• Welcome to Local 1386,

    We represent nearly 3,000 Carpenters and Shop Members across New Brunswick. As part of the Atlantic Canada Regional Council of Carpenters, we are committed to building a stronger future for our members, their families, and our communities.

    Our Trade Disciplines,

    Local 1386 members are proud to bring skill and professionalism to a wide range of work across New Brunswick. Our disciplines include:

    Industrial & Commercial Carpentry – Large-scale projects, plants, and infrastructure.

    Industrial & Commercial Scaffolding – Safe and reliable access solutions for any jobsite.

    Formwork & Concrete – Precision foundations, walls, and structural frameworks.

    Interior Systems – Drywall, partitions, ceilings, and finishing work.

    Residential Carpentry – Quality framing and finishing for homes across New Brunswick.

    Together, we provide the craftsmanship and expertise that keep New Brunswick’s projects moving forward.

    Union VS Non-Union,

    Union Dues

    As a Union Member your Total Package is : $45.09 per hour

    Commercial Union base rate: $33.46
    Vacation Pay (10%): $3.35

    Employer Contributions

    Health and Welfare: $2.93
    Pension: $4.45
    Training: $0.90

    Dues at Local Union 1386 are as follows:

    Membership Dues: $5 per week ($20.00 per month max)
    Working dues: $46.84 (3.5% of taxable wages)

    Total Weekly Union Dues: $51.84

    At 40 Hours per week

    Gross Earnings: $1803.60 (per week)
    Minus Union Dues: $51.84

    = $1751.76 per week you earn in wages and benefits as a Union member

    Non-Union Dues

    As a Non-Union Carpenter:

    Average per hour commercial scale: $27.00
    Vacation Pay included in hourly pay: $1.08

    No Health Insurance or Pension Plan

    At 40 hours per week

    Gross Earnings: $1123.20 (per week)

    NON-UNION DUES:

    Union Earnings: $1751.76 (per week)
    Minus Non-Union Wages: $1123.20 (per week)

    =$628.56 Non-Union Dues per week

    YOU PAY:

    $628.56 per week when you don’t belong to a Union


    Key Benefits of Membership,

    Joining Local 1386 means being part of a strong union that has your back both on and off the jobsite. As a member, you gain access to:

    Fair Wages & Benefits – Negotiated agreements that set industry standards.

    Moncton Rate Sheets – July 1, 2025 (PDF)
    Saint John Rate Sheets – July 20, 2025 (PDF)
    Independent Rate Sheets – Jan 1, 2025 (PDF)

    Pension & Health Plans – Long-term security and peace of mind for you and your family.

    Download Benefit Booklet (PDF)

    Training & Apprenticeship – Opportunities to upgrade skills and grow your career.

    Health & Safety Protection – Strong representation to ensure safe worksites.

    Job Security & Support – A network that stands behind you every step of the way.

    Financial Foundations

    In partnership with Financial Foundations, members get access to advice and tools for building long-term financial security. Visit https://financial-foundations.ca/ for more information.

    Contacts

    New Brunswick

    James Dawson
    Regional Manager of NB and PEI

    Phone
    (506) 440-5440

    Email
    jdawson@ubcja.ca

    Deb Romero
    Executive Secretary-Treasurer

    Phone
    (506) 654-3849

    Email
    dromero@ubcja.ca

    Fredericton

    Ben Cornford
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 478-4615

    Email
    bcornford@ubcja.ca

    Nick Barnett
    Industrial Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 478-8403

    Email
    nbarnett@ubcja.ca

    Saint John

    Al Albert
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 461-9336

    Email
    albert@ubcja.ca

    Leigh Gilmore
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 349-5152

    Email
    lgilmore@ubcja.ca

    Moncton

    Marc Viel
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 282-1419

    Email
    mviel@ubcja.ca

    Joe Gangoo
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 429-4048

    Email
    jgangoo@ubcja.ca

    Bertrand

    Eric Raiche
    Business Representative / Organizer

    Phone
    (506) 429-2219

    Email
    eraiche@ubcja.ca