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    UBC launches mass timber training program to support sustainable construction

    Special to Ontario Construction News December 04, 2025 1 min read
    Ontario Construction News
    UBC launches mass timber training program to support sustainable construction
    AI Article Summary

    The United Brotherhood of Carpenters & Joiners of America (UBC) has initiated a national training program aimed at equipping laborers for Canada’s expanding mass timber construction industry. This Sustainable Jobs Mass Timber Project is supported by Employment and Social Development Canada through the Union Training and Innovation Program. This initiative is geared towards enhancing skills related to sustainable building methods. The program reflects the growing emphasis on sustainable construction practices in Canada.

    What This Means for Canadian Contractors

    This project shows how important sustainable construction is becoming in Canada, offering new opportunities for workers in the industry. For Canadian builders, this means there will likely be a better-trained workforce available, which can facilitate the adoption of mass timber techniques. It also suggests a potential increase in funding and governmental support for sustainable construction methods.

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