Our History
Sheet Metal Workers International Association (SMWIA) was founded in 1888. Since that time, it has grown to represent over 150,000 men and women, active and retired workers, in areas such as HVAC installation, fabrication, repair, and service; architectural sheet metal; manufacturing, metal roofing, railroad and shipyard work and a range of other industries and occupations.
Local 409 of SMWIA was established in 1945 and currently represents 340 sheet metal workers and roofers from across mainland Nova Scotia.
Our Mission
- Grow the membership with the most highly skilled workers in the industry.
- Secure desirable working conditions for all members, and provide them the personal growth opportunities, comfort and security to which they are entitled in return for their labour.
- Promote a deep sense of pride in our industry.
- Champion environmental responsibility and workplace safety.
- Provide the community and the customer the best value possible by ensuring a fair day’s work for a fair day’s pay.
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