Respect for Locals. Unity Across Canada. Growth for the Future. Results Members Can Trust.

Our union is strongest when locals are respected, members are united, and the national office is focused on delivering results. This platform is about steady, collaborative leadership that supports Business Managers, reduces internal friction, and grows IBEW Canada membership where the work is.

My Approach

Strong locals are the foundation of a strong IBEW.

The role of the national office is to support locals — not override them. As International Vice-President, Matt and his team will work in partnership with Business Managers and local union leadership to ensure national resources are aligned with the needs of local unions.

Unity and Stability

Members expect leadership that brings people together and keeps the focus on what matters most — good jobs, safe work, and strong contracts. A united union is better positioned to win at the bargaining table and in the public arena.

Growth and Opportunity

The strength of our union depends on smart, strategic growth. We must be positioned to organize in emerging sectors and secure work on major infrastructure, energy, and industrial projects across the country. There are also many opportunities in the IBEW’s professional and industrial (P&I)  sectors and core industries where workers go unrepresented.

Results and Credibility

Members deserve leaders with the experience to turn strategy into results. Matt’s work as an organizer and national strategist that built the IBEW First District’s Political grassroots program and presence on Parliament Hill has been focused on preparation, follow-through, and collaboration with locals from coast to coast to coast.

PUTTING LOCAL UNIONS FIRST

respecting local union autonomy

The National Office has one job: Help Local Unions win. Win at the bargaining table. Win organizing drives. Win better protections and opportunities for our members.

Each local union is unique and has different needs. Some leaders work full time for the local union membership, while others work full time for their employer and volunteer for their leadership role in the local union. Their needs are very different, and I recognize that a “one-size-fits-all” approach does not work.

As International Vice President, I will:

  • Work with Business Managers, Never around them.

  • Put national resources where local unions need them most.

  • Unite our District around good jobs, safe work and strong contracts.

  • Organize in emerging industries, major projects and underrepresented sectors.

  • Follow through and be accountable for results.

  • Respect local union autonomy, decision making, and bargaining.

  • Real and actual transparency

  • Be there to always support and listen, not just during election time.

a modern organizing strategy built for growth

To help Local Unions win, we need to make sure our people have the resources, technology, intelligence and support to compete and succeed. That means building a National Office that is accessible, responsive and focused on delivering results where they matter most.

  • Centralized Resource Accessibility: One centralized online hub where Business Managers and organizers can immediately access campaign resources, documents, and proven organizing tools.

  • Essential Digital Tools: Modern, standardized digital platforms that make it easier for local unions and field organizers to coordinate their work.

  • Targeted Digital Engagement: Utilizing modern social and digital tools to identify organizing opportunities, including high-potential workplaces while generating strong leads.

  • Enhanced Research and Support: Scaling our campaign intelligence by using data-driven insights to back up local organizers on the ground.

  • Coordinated "Boots on the Ground" Initiatives: Launching high-impact regional blitzes across provinces and key industries to deploy coordinated resources where they are needed most.

  • Specialized Training: Providing comprehensive training on digital lead generation, audience targeting, and strategic campaign execution.

The goal is simple: give Local Unions the tools, resources and support they need to win—while respecting their autonomy, leadership and role at the bargaining table.

A Stronger Approach to Government Relations

  • Grassroots Mobilization & Training

    • Revitalize grassroots activism and strengthen Local Union Political Action Committees across the District.

    • Engage local unions and active members in campaigns on legislation and issues that directly affect their livelihoods.

    • Expand political training to give members and local leaders the tools they need to effectively advocate for local priorities.

    • Use resources and tools from the International Office to help members secure positions on important local boards and ensure these opportunities are accessible across the District.

  • Transparency & Accountability

    • Restore full financial reporting and transparency for the First District National Political Action Committee Fund.

    • Provide timely policy and legislative updates to local unions and members.

    • Review all Government Relations firm contracts to ensure local unions are receiving value for their investment.

  • Centralized Resource Accessibility

    • Create a centralized library of municipal, provincial, and federal resources for Business Managers and local unions.

    • Provide practical templates and toolkits to help local unions advocate for fair wage and prevailing wage policies, local hiring provisions, subcontracting language, stronger bid processes, and other priorities.

  • Candidate & Leadership Support

    • Support members who choose to run for public office, including school board trustee, town council, and other elected positions.

    • Ensure Business Managers and local leaders have a direct voice in high-level political meetings and discussions that affect their members and communities.

Our membership is our strength. By putting local unions and grassroots members back at the centre of political action, we can rebuild IBEW influence across every region of Canada and deliver results where they matter most — at city halls, provincial legislatures, and on Parliament Hill.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT PLATFORM

Business Managers know their markets, their employers and contractors, and they know their members. They have their finger on the pulse and understand where opportunities exist, and where the District’s support can make the greatest impact. Having an active Business Development Representative dedicated to this file will help Local Unions expand those opportunities.

As International Vice President, I will ensure the First District’s Business Development program works in partnership with Business Managers and advances the priorities of their local unions.

A dedicated full time Business Development Representative for the District - not just a title.

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Developing business-development strategies with local leadership to advance employment opportunities and growth in their area.

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Providing better intelligence on upcoming major projects, emerging industries and public investments.

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Building stronger relationships with governments, owners, developers and industry leaders before projects are awarded.

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Supporting signatory contractors, and IBEW manufacturers, utilities, rail, and telecom employers as they pursue new work and enter new markets. 
Breaking down silos by integrating First District organizing, government relations, and business development staff into a cohesive, collaborative team to ensure seamless execution of their duties.

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Giving Business Managers practical tools, additional capacity and reliable District support when and where they need it most.

MATT’S COMMITMENT

This campaign is about respect, unity, and steady leadership. It is about working together to strengthen the IBEW First District right across Canada, grow our membership, and ensure the national office is a trusted partner to local union leaders across the country.

Together, we can build a stronger, more united union.