Today, the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) announced their endorsement of Doug Ford and the Ontario Progressive Conservatives as the best choice to get more people into good jobs in the skilled trades.
“Doug Ford and the Ontario PCs have been working for workers.” said Bruno Nandic. Business Manager. “The Ontario PCs continue to encourage apprenticeships, increase the minimum wage and support job creation across Ontario by connecting jobseekers and opportunities in the skilled trades.”
The Ontario PCs continue to address Ontario’s labour shortage in the skilled trades by investing in programs that will prepare people for careers in painting. glazing. drywall finishing, HAZMAT (Hazardous Materials) and other trades represented by IUPAT. The IUPAT is confident that a re-elected Ontario PC government will continue to work collaboratively to support Ontario workers.
By investing in full and meaningful apprenticeship programs through targeted initiatives and funding, a re-elected PC government will affect well-paying jobs (including benefits and pension) within Ontario’s housing and critical infrastructure sectors.
The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades looks forward to continuing their work with Premier Doug Ford. Minister I lonte l’4cNaughton and a re-elected PC government to get more people into the skilled trades and grow Ontario’s economy.
