Electrical Workers Local 993 873 Desmond Street, Kamloops, BC, V2B 5K3 Phone: (250) 376-8755 FAX: (250) 376-8136 Toll Free: 1-877-443-3336 Email: office@ibew993.org © 2026 Electrical Workers Local 993 IBEW Local 993 On Social Media

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Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents Red Seal Certification to Journeyman Kevin Smith IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell was proud to present newly certified Journeyman Kevin Smith with his Red Seal certification, recognizing an important milestone in Kevin’s career and all the hard work it took to get there. Achieving the electrical Red Seal certification is no small accomplishment. It reflects years of dedication, on the job...

Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents Red Seal Certification to Journeyman Kevin Smith

Welcome New IBEW 993 Members Last Thursday at the Unit II Meeting in Kamloops, Business Manager Jim Bicknell swore in seven new members. Welcome Jayven Tiwana, Jenna Jessop, Sanveer Singh, Tinghui Li, Ray Spooner, Hans Guirpo, Oakley Kerr. Growing the membership of IBEW 993 is essential to strengthening our collective voice in the workplace and in the community. The more members we have standing together,...

Welcome New IBEW 993 Members

Welcome to the IBEW 993 family, Dawson Bertoli Congratulations to the Bertoli family on the arrival of their newborn son, Dawson Bertoli. From all of us at IBEW 993, we want to send our very best wishes to Dawson and his family as they celebrate this exciting new chapter. Welcoming a new baby is a special moment, and we are always proud to...

Welcome to the IBEW 993 family, Dawson Bertoli

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Congratulate New IBEW 993 Red Seal Electrician Gurjot “Gavin” Chhokar Last Tuesday, Gurjot “Gavin” Chhokar came by the IBEW 993 union hall where Business Manager Jim Bicknell presented him with his Red Seal.

Congratulate New IBEW 993 Red Seal Electrician Gurjot “Gavin” Chhokar

Congratulate New Red Seal IBEW 993 Electrician Ira Horning Receiving a Red Seal is something to be proud of. It represents years of learning, on-the-job experience, and determination. We are always pleased to see our members continue to grow in the trade and strengthen the future of IBEW 993. Join us in congratulating Ira Horning on this important achievment.

Congratulate New Red Seal IBEW 993 Electrician Ira Horning

Congratulate New Red Seal IBEW 993 Electrician Jacobus Meyer Congratulations to Jacobus Meyer on earning his Red Seal certification. This is an important milestone that reflects hard work, skill, and commitment to the trade. IBEW 993 is proud to recognize his achievement and the dedication it takes to reach this level.

Congratulate New Red Seal IBEW 993 Electrician Jacobus Meyer

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Throwback Thursday

IBEW 993 gets a 4% retroactive rais for RIH Kamloops maintenance workers

The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 993 has secured a retroactive 4% cost of living increase for Royal Inland Hospital maintenance workers. Real gains. Real workers. Real union.
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Jim Bicknell and Darryl Schmidt Attend Dinner with Federal NDP Leadership Candidate Rob Ashton Business Manager Jim Bicknell and Dispatcher Darryl Schmidt recently attended a dinner with Rob Ashton, a candidate for the leadership of the federal New Democratic Party. Events like this are an important opportunity to stay informed and engaged on issues that could have a direct impact on workers, unions, and the skilled trades. No matter...

Jim Bicknell and Darryl Schmidt Attend Dinner with Federal NDP Leadership Candidate Rob Ashton

BC MLA Ravi Parmar Visits the IBEW 993 Union Hall BC MLA Ravi Parmar recently visited the IBEW 993 Union Hall for a productive discussion with representatives from the Local. Business Manager Jim Bicknell was joined by Brother Brian Andrews and Brother Darryl Schmidt to welcome Ravi Parmar and speak about issues important to working people, the electrical industry, and our communities. The meeting was...

BC MLA Ravi Parmar Visits the IBEW 993 Union Hall

Darryl Schmidt Received IBEW 993 20 Year Pin Business Manager Jim Bicknell recently had the pleasure of presenting Darryl Schmidt with his 20 Year pin at the IBEW 993 Union Hall in Kamloops. Darryl’s history with IBEW 993 goes back many years. He first joined the Local in 1986, beginning a long connection with the union and the electrical trade. After some time,...

Darryl Schmidt Received IBEW 993 20 Year Pin

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Passing of George Michael Bolton (Mike) May 21, 1944 – March 7, 2026 Mike passed away in his home town of Kamloops BC at 81 years old with his family by his side. Mike was the best dad to Tony (Penny), Shelley (Ken), and Jeff (Lisa). He was a beloved Grandpa to Holly (Ryan), Sam (Genevieve), Corvus, Ferryn, Zen, Alexandria, and...

Passing of George Michael Bolton (Mike)

Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents Red Seal Certification to Journeyman Donald Allenby IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell was proud to present newly certified Journeyman Donald Allenby with his Red Seal certification, marking an important milestone in Donald’s career and recognizing the hard work and commitment it took to reach this achievement. Earning a Red Seal is a significant accomplishment in the trade. It reflects years of...

Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents Red Seal Certification to Journeyman Donald Allenby

IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents $1,000 in Support of U15 Female Division A Provincials in Kamloops IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell was proud to present a cheque for $1,000 in support of the U15 Female Division A Provincials, taking place in Kamloops from March 18 to 22. This event will bring together talented young athletes from across the province and showcase the hard work, teamwork, and dedication that youth sports...

IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents $1,000 in Support of U15 Female Division A Provincials in Kamloops

Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents $1,500 Donation to The Mustard Seed IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell recently presented a cheque for $1,500 to The Mustard Seed in Kamloops in support of the Coldest Night of the Year, continuing his commitment to giving back to the community and ensuring IBEW 993 plays a positive role beyond the jobsite. Under Jim’s leadership, IBEW 993 has continued to...

Business Manager Jim Bicknell Presents $1,500 Donation to The Mustard Seed

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IBEW 993 Lobbying in Victoria During the BC Building Trades annual convention, one of the important things we do is break into groups and meet with MLAs to lobby on issues that matter to workers in the trades. These conversations are a key part of making sure the voices of skilled tradespeople are heard by the people elected to make...

IBEW 993 Lobbying in Victoria

International Women’s Day: Building a Stronger Union Together Today, on International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who have helped build the IBEW and strengthen the labour movement. Women have played an important role in our union’s history. Mary Honzik was one of the first women in the IBEW and became its first female organizer. Cathy Spielfogel became the IBEW’s first linewoman in...

International Women’s Day: Building a Stronger Union Together

Throwback Thursday - Electrical Workers Local 993

Throwback Thursday

Throwback Thursday - Electrical Workers Local 993

Throwback Thursday

IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell Shows Off the Kamloops Storm Playoff Towels IBEW 993 is proud to support the Kamloops Storm as the team heads into the playoffs. Business Manager Jim Bicknell recently posed with a Kamloops Storm Playoff Towel, representing IBEW 993’s sponsorship of the game towels that will be handed out to fans at the Storm’s playoff games. Playoff hockey brings a lot of energy...

IBEW 993 Business Manager Jim Bicknell Shows Off the Kamloops Storm Playoff Towels

IBEW 993 Supports the Kamloops Storm With $1,000 Sponsorship for Game Towels IBEW 993 is proud to support local hockey and community events in Kamloops. Business Manager Jim Bicknell presented the Kamloops Storm with a cheque for $1,000 to help cover the cost of the game towels that fans receive when they attend Storm playoff games. These kinds of game night giveaways help create a great atmosphere...

IBEW 993 Supports the Kamloops Storm With $1,000 Sponsorship for Game Towels

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U15AA Thompson Blazers Take First Place in Victoria We just received an update that the U15AA Thompson Blazers, a team proudly sponsored by IBEW Local 993, travelled to Victoria, BC from January 1 to January 4 to compete in a tournament. We are happy to share that they had a strong showing throughout the event and finished the weekend by winning the tournament....

U15AA Thompson Blazers Take First Place in Victoria

Oscar Getting Ready for More AWP and Fall Pro Training in Kamloops Our JRD manager Oscar Perestrelo is getting the boom lift ready for more AWP and Fall pro training. This is the spirit behind IBEW 993’s Job Ready Dispatch training. We are getting ready for more JRD sessions, and they are a key part of keeping our members safe and ready to work. When we stay...

Oscar Getting Ready for More AWP and Fall Pro Training in Kamloops

Congratulate New Red Seal Electrician, Calder Triska IBEW Local 993 would like to congratulate Calder Triska on earning his Red Seal certification. Achieving Red Seal status takes dedication, hard work, and a commitment to doing the job right. Calder’s accomplishment is something to be proud of, and it reflects well on our membership and the high standards union electricians bring to every...

Congratulate New Red Seal Electrician, Calder Triska