The construction and service industries are critical to our economy. They need dedicated, hardworking people who are skilled at working with their heads and their hands. People like the members of the Labourers’ International Union of North America Local 1059.

Getting the Job Done Since 1953

Chartered in 1953, the Labourers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) Local 1059 represents workers in London, Middlesex, Elgin, Oxford, Huron, Perth, Grey and Bruce counties. Working for more than 300 different employers, our approximately 5,000 members include over 3,800 construction and 1,100 maintenance, light manufacturing and security employees.

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Build Your Career

The LIUNA Local 1059 Training Centre provides centralized, cutting-edge construction industry training. New graduates looking for a lucrative, satisfying career path and workers from across Southwestern Ontario who want to learn new skills, enhance existing skills and advance their careers in a professional setting can find their place here.

Join as an Existing Skilled Labourer

If you’re already a skilled labourer, you can apply to join Local 1059 and experience all the incredible benefits our union has to offer. Click ‘Get Started’ below to access the application.

Being a Member Has its Perks

Local 1059 members enjoy the benefits of unionization including pensions, health insurance and higher wages. We also place members in rewarding careers with tremendous opportunities – from profitable and interesting careers as skilled workers to the ability to take a career path that leads to leadership positions, both within companies and on the job site.

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Upcoming Courses

October

tue21oct6:00 pm9:30 pmWorking at Heights Refresher—LONDON (FULL)

sat25oct8:00 am4:00 pmWorking at Heights - WALKERTON

sat25oct8:00 am4:00 pmBasic Hoisting and Rigging—LONDON

sat25oct8:00 am4:00 pmTraffic Control—LONDON

sat25oct8:00 am4:00 pmWorking at Heights - LONDON(FULL)

tue28oct6:00 pm9:30 pmConstruction Legislation - LONDON

thu30oct(oct 30)8:00 amfri31(oct 31)4:00 pmBasics of Supervising - IHSA (2-day course) - LONDON

November

sat01nov8:00 am4:00 pmConfined Space Entry — WALKERTON

sat01nov8:00 am4:00 pmGround Disturbance—LONDON

sat01nov8:00 am4:00 pmWorking at Heights - LONDON

sat01nov8:00 amsun02(nov 2)4:00 pmStandard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2-day course)—LONDON (FULL)

tue04nov6:00 pm9:30 pmWorking at Heights Refresher—LONDON

sat08nov8:00 am4:00 pmBasic Hoisting and Rigging—LONDON

sat08nov8:00 am4:00 pmPropane Safety (CH-O2)—LONDON

sat08nov(nov 8)8:00 amsun09(nov 9)4:00 pmRough Terrain Fork Lift (CSA Class 7) (2-day course)—LONDON

sat08nov(nov 8)8:00 amsun09(nov 9)4:00 pmStandard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2-day course)—LONDON

tue11nov6:00 pm9:30 pmWorking at Heights Refresher—LONDON

sat15nov8:00 am4:00 pmChainsaw/Quick-cut Safety - LONDON

sat15nov(nov 15)8:00 amsun16(nov 16)4:00 pmAsbestos Abatement Worker (253W) (2-day course) - LONDON (FULL)

tue18nov6:00 pm9:30 pmElectrical Safety - LONDON

sat22nov8:00 am4:00 pmConfined Space Entry - LONDON

sat22nov8:00 am4:00 pmWorking at Heights - LONDON

sat22nov(nov 22)8:00 amsun23(nov 23)4:00 pmStandard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (2-day course)—LONDON

tue25nov6:00 pm9:30 pmWorking at Heights Refresher—LONDON

sat29nov8:00 am4:00 pmOTM - Book 7 - LONDON

sat29nov8:00 am4:00 pmTraffic Control—LONDON

sat29nov(nov 29)8:00 amsun30(nov 30)4:00 pmMini Excavator (2-day course) - LONDON

sat29nov(nov 29)8:00 amsun30(nov 30)4:00 pmSkid Steer Safety (2-day course)—LONDON

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Local 1059 Wellness Centre

Local 1059 sets the standard in member services. Our unique Wellness Centre in London offers on-site care exclusively for members and their dependents, including an optical centre, dental studio, and chiropractic/massage clinic. Billed directly to the Local 1059 Benefit Plan, these services come with no out-of-pocket costs. And even if members don’t use the clinics, they enjoy one of the strongest benefits packages in the industry.

Optical Centre

Our members-only Optical Centre provides comprehensive eye care for eligible members and their dependents, including exams, frames, lenses, contacts, and enhancements such as anti-scratch coating and transition lenses. All services are billed directly to the Local 1059 Benefit Plan, so members can receive care with no out-of-pocket costs.

Dental Studio

Our on-site Dental Studio provides a full range of dental care exclusively for members and their dependents. As a Diamond Plus Invisalign provider, the clinic is proud to offer cutting-edge orthodontic options alongside advanced dental technology. All services are billed directly to the Local 1059 Benefit Plan, so members can receive treatment with no out-of-pocket costs.

Chiropractic, Physiotherapy & Massage Clinic

Our on-site clinic offers chiropractic care, physiotherapy, and massage therapy exclusively for members and their dependents. With over a dozen massage therapists, four chiropractors, and two physiotherapists, the clinic provides comprehensive treatment options, from braces and orthotics to concussion testing and care. All services are billed directly to the Local 1059 Benefit Plan, so members can access treatment with no out-of-pocket costs.

Giving Back

LIUNA Local 1059 is committed to strengthening the communities where our members live and work. We do this not only by building essential infrastructure, but also by ensuring workers have the opportunities, benefits, and standards they need for a better work–life balance—empowering them to give back to their communities.

Over $2 million raised for United Way Elgin Middlesex

Each year, Local 1059 hosts member and employer charity golf tournaments in support of United Way Elgin Middlesex, United Way Perth Huron, and United Way Grey Bruce.

Thanks to the generosity of our members, signatory employers, and industry partners, these events have raised more than $2 million since 2001—making a lasting difference in our communities.

Local 1059 is also proud to support many other local causes that matter to our members.

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