With 25 years' experience, I have worked and learned alongside my Brothers and Sisters. Those gone but not forgotten, and those who remain have always inspired me to perform my duties to the best of my abilities, in any of the positions I've held.
From mentoring our young apprentices, to supporting our Brothers and Sisters on and off the job site. It is my hope that as Business Manager, I can strengthen our ties and help our union to become stronger for generations to come.
I have actively participated in the past 5 years, bargaining for our members. We were able to achieve:
I will work with our Edmonton and Calgary shop representatives to continue to negotiate stronger shop agreements with strong language protecting seniority.
Mack with his daughter Alexandria, future boilermaker
Boilermakers always speak proudly of their Brothers and Sisters. They say 'we are the best!' Nobody can do or accomplish what we can!
I agree, but also want to emphasize that the reason we work so hard and complete such amazing work is to provide a comfortable lifestyle to raise our families, own a home and enjoy what little time we have with them.
I will work to the best of my abilities to ensure that you and your family will continue to have the ability to live comfortably and enjoy a healthy retirement.
Mack with his son Regan
LOCAL 146 MEMBER Mackenzie (Mack) Walker received the Canadian Medal of Bravery from the Honourable Michaëlle Jean, governor general of Canada, at a ceremony June 19 in Ottawa.
Walker was recognized for his heroic efforts at the Suncor Refinery on August 2, 2006. Putting his own life at risk, Walker initiated rescue efforts to save two carpenter scaffolders who were stuck on a swing stage at the top end of a boiler.
Recognizing that his fellow tradesmen’s lives were at risk, Mack began rescue efforts to bring the men to safety. While both were rescued from the swing stage, one passed away later from his injuries.
“Walker’s extraordinary display of professionalism and selfless bravery is an example of the leadership and brotherhood we should all hope to achieve,” said L-146 BM-ST Warren Fraleigh. “We are all proud and honoured to have Mack working with us, and hope his story will inspire us all to ‘be our brother’s keeper.’”
Local 146 also recognized Walker’s rescue efforts at the lodge’s annual general meeting in November.
George Walker with his brother Mack Walker
As a member of Lodge 146, I have always known that our greatest strength is our unity. There is nothing that cannot be accomplished if we work together. As Business Manager, I will:
Jason & Linda Speer with Lynn & Mack Walker
