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Local 71

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About Us

Servicing Ottawa, Gatineau, Cornwall & Pembroke

United Association (UA) Local 71 is a premier construction trade union of Plumbers, Steamfitters, Welders and Apprentices. We serve the National Capital Region of Ottawa and Gatineau and south east to Cornwall.

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Training

With our continued commitment to training, members will keep pace with new technology and remain the best-trained workforce, in our industry!

UA Trades Training

UA Trades Training

Apprenticeship Training

Apprenticeship Training

Safety Training

Safety Training

Industries We Serve

At UA Local 71, our expertise spans a diverse range of industries, reflecting our commitment to excellence and adaptability. From construction and fabrication to residential developments and essential services, our team consistently delivers unparalleled skills and dedication across all sectors. Explore our offerings to discover the breadth and depth of our capabilities.

Industrial - Commercial - Institutional

Industrial - Commercial - Institutional

High Rise Residential

High Rise Residential

Low Rise Residential

Low Rise Residential

Residential Housing

Residential Housing

Service Sector

Service Sector

Natural Gas Distribution Pipeline

Natural Gas Distribution Pipeline

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News and Announcements

UA Local 488- Manpower Request - SPECIALTY RED SEAL WELDERS, STEAMFITTERS and APPRENTICES - Featured Image
Announcement

UA Local 488- Manpower Request - SPECIALTY RED SEAL WELDERS, STEAMFITTERS and APPRENTICES

UA Local 488 Manpower Request
UA Local Union #488 has open calls for the following:

  • SPECIALTY RED SEAL WELDERS (CHROME, STAINLESS, CARBON TIG, ETC.)
    • Journeyman “B” Welder Base Wage is currently $57.71/hour.
    • Alloy Welders will receive a $ 3.25-hour premium on top of their base wage.
  • JOUREYMAN RED SEAL STEAMFITTERS (TICKETED).
    • Journeyman Steamfitter Base Wage is currently $57.71/hour.
  • APPRENTICE STEAMFITTERS AND WELDERS
    • 2ND, 3RD AND 4TH YEAR

Double time after 10 hours, Saturdays, Sundays, and Holidays.
Earned Pension ($6.60/hour) and Health and Welfare Contributions

Click here for more information.

Please contact Local 488 if you are interested in this work or visit the Local 488 website at www.local488.ca under ‘Dispatch’ then click ‘Journeymen’ OR ‘Apprentice: select your trade, and click Search for more information regarding these open calls.

  • Posted on Aug 10, 2026
Marks - 25% Off all Regularly Priced Merchandise August 2-15, 2026 - Featured Image
Announcement

Marks - 25% Off all Regularly Priced Merchandise August 2-15, 2026

Members can take advantage of this special promotion from Marks Commercial.
Members can use the coupon below to receive 25% off all regularly priced merchandise at Marks from August 2-15, 2026.

Click here to access a pdf version of the Marks coupon that is downloadable and printable.

  • Posted on Jul 23, 2026
Announcement

Marc Laframboise achieves 25 years of dedicated service with UA Local 71!

Photo of Marc Laframboise - Receiving his 25 Years of Service watch!

Congratulations Marc Laframboise — 25 Years of Service!

Congratulations to Marc Laframboise for reaching an incredible milestone — 25 years of dedicated service with UA Local 71! We are proud to present him with his 25 — Years of Service Watch.

  • Posted on Jul 9, 2026

Upcoming Courses

Newly Licenced

Congratulations to the following members for obtaining their licenses. You should be proud of your achievement!

Plumbers & Steamfitters Licence

Congratulations to Nicolas McKay who has successfully completed his apprenticeship and is now a Licensed Plumber!

Welder's License

Notices of Death

Happy Birthday!

to our UA Local 71 Members celebrating today.
We hope your day is full of joy. Best wishes from the union!

  • Etienne Gervais
  • Justin Allan Perrault
  • Eric Larocque

Join UA Local 71

Join the union in either apprenticeship, or if you are already a certified plumber, steamfitter or welder, as a journeyman.

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