Toronto

Chapter Contact
Christopher Rebelo

TheÌýCWB Association Toronto Chapter serves the Greater Toronto Area. We are an active chapter made up of committed volunteers from across various industry segments, representing over 5400 CWB Association Toronto Chapter members in the GTA.

We meet from October to April every year, normally on the first Tuesday of the month in Toronto. In addition, the Toronto Chapter holds an annual golf tournament in honour of Mike Cherry, raising proceeds for educational scholarships to encourage young people to join this exciting and rewarding industry!

We encourage you to join us to share new experiences, learn and to network with others in your industry. Click the link below for information on our upcoming events. Our events are normally held in a dinner meeting format, with the ticket price shown including both the meal and the presentation. Come check out what you’re missing!

For any questions or ticket sales for events, contact anyone of the members of our local executive below or email us at:Ìýtoronto@cwbassociation.org

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Toronto Chapter Executive

Christopher Rebelo Chapter Chair Ironworks Local 721 Toronto
Ryan Walters Vice Chair E.S Fox Ltd.
Doug Bruce Treasurer Weldforce 1 Inc.
Cristian Zanfir Communications Chair Íâ¹úÃÀŮɫÇéƬ
Craig Martin Secretary Íâ¹úÃÀŮɫÇéƬ
Victor Andrisani Executive Board Member Íâ¹úÃÀŮɫÇéƬ Consulting
Emad Assaad Executive Board Member ASPA Engineering + Welding Solutions
Mohamed Sookwa Executive Board Member Íâ¹úÃÀŮɫÇéƬ
Martin Howe Executive Board Member United Association of Union Plumbers, Fitters, Welders, and Service Techs Local 46

Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing - Large-Scale 3D Metal Printing

When: Tuesday, December 3rd
Where: 909 Kipling Avenue Toronto, ON M8Z 5H3

This presentation will provide an overview of the Wire-Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology that essentially turns a standard arc-welding robotic system into a large-scale 3D printer of high-quality metallic components. Extensive testing of steel alloys produced with this method demonstrates that it can produce very high-quality materials with good-strength, ductility, and low-temperature toughness. This process can be used to create low-volume replacements for ferrous or non-ferrous castings or forgings, hybrid or multi-alloy components, and it opens many other unique opportunities for previously impossible designs. Since 2016, students, supported by faculty at Conestoga College, have undertaken a variety of capstone projects designed to unlock the potential of the WAAM process. Some of their work in WAAM process development, material performance evaluation, CAD-to-Print, and final quality assessment will be showcased in this presentation.

For the flyer click HERE, and for the full details click .

Welding Podcast Forum

When: Tuesday, October 29th, 2024
Where: Ironworkers Local 721, 909 Kipling Avenue, Toronto, ON M8Z 5H3

Join the CWB Association Toronto Chapter for an evening of networking and an insightful panel discussion on the stability of welding jobs in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). This event brings together industry experts, employers, welders, and students to explore the current job market, future trends, and opportunities in the welding profession. Engage with our panelists, Max Ceron, Ryan Walters, Chris Rebelo, and Victor Andrisani on October 29th at 6pm at the Ironworkers Local 721.

For the event flyer, click HERE. For full details, click .

The 27th Annual Mike Cherry Memorial Golf Tournament

May 28th, 2024, at 12:00 pm
Granite Ridge Golf Club
9503 Dublin Line Milton, ON L9T 2X7
Tel: 905-878-4022

Take part in this year's golf tournament to enjoy golfing, dining, catching up with acquaintances, meeting new people, and networking with others in the welding and metal craft community.

We invite you to sponsor a hole, which would allow your company name on the tee of the hole of your choice, for only $200.00 per hole. This will guarantee great exposure for your company through this sponsorship opportunity. We are also seeking your generosity in donating some table prizes, which will be given to the participating golfers at the dinner.

This is a fundraising event in support of our annual student scholarship programs. Your participation and contribution will ensure that we have sufficient financial resources to support our future generations of welding industry professionals. If you are interested in attending, sponsoring, or donating please contact us. For more information, don't hesitate to get in touch with us at toronto@cwbassociation.org. Thank you for your support!

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CWBA Toronto Chapter Presents Student Day 2024

When: May 24, 2024
Time: 12:00 pm to 2:30 pm

Event Summary:
-Tour of the Canadian Collision Repair Academy CCRA
-Tour of the Canadian Welding Bureau head office
-Guest speakers from industry
-Learn about career paths in the welding, Auto Collision, and metal craft industry
-Interactive events
-Prizes
-Lunch and refreshments.

Please email us at toronto@cwbassociation.org for more information.

CWB ASSOCIATION TORONTO CHAPTER – HCDSB THIRD ANNUAL SKILLED TRADES FAIR

When: Sunday, February 25th, 2024, from 7:30 am to 3:00 pm
Location: Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Secondary School Ìý
1145 Bronte St. S, Milton, ON L9T 8B4

We are excited to be attending Halton Catholic District School Board's Third Annual Skilled Trades Fair at Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Secondary School. This event is open to all the students and their parents. Some of the CWBA Toronto Chapter’s members have graciously agreed to volunteer their time to speak to these students and their parents about opportunities in the Weld community!

DINNER AND NETWORK - CSA W59 - 2023 REVISION; WELDED STEEL CONSTRUCTION

When: Tuesday, February 6th, 2024
Reception at 5:30 PM
Dinner at 6:00 pm
Presentation at 7:00 pm
Where: Ironworkers Local 721, 909 Kipling Avenue Toronto, ON M8Z 5H3

Get ready for a night of networking and discussion on the latest updates to the CSA W59-2023 Revision for welded steel construction. We will be having J. Craig Martin and Cristian Zanfir present some information on the new revised CSA W59 – 2023 Welded Steel Construction standard. The previous CSA W59 - 2018 - WELDED STEEL CONSTRUCTION (METAL ARC WELDING) contains requirements for welded steel (carbon and low-alloy) construction. It contains guidance on the design of welded connections, electrodes & consumables, base metals, workmanship, inspection, quality levels, and stud welding.

The cost is $30.00 for Members, $35.00 for Non-Members, $10.00 for Student Members, and $15.00 for Student Non-Members. Click to register.

DINNER AND NETWORK - WELDING HEALTH & SAFETY

When: Tuesday, December 5th, 2023
Reception at 5:30 PM
Dinner at 6:00 pm
Presentation at 7:00 pm
Where: Ironworkers Local 721, 909 Kipling Avenue Toronto, ON M8Z 5H3

Get ready for an evening of delicious food, networking, and valuable insights into welding health and safety at our in-person event!

Our special guest speaker is Stacy Richardson, an Industrial Hygiene Technologist (IHT) who has been with 3M Company for 20 years. Stacy is an application development professional for the Personal Safety Division, which includes technical support in the US and Canada on the 3M filtering facepiece respiratory protection, reusable respiratory protection, and fit testing/training for the respiratory protection business.

The cost is $30.00 for Members, $35.00 for Non-Members, $10.00 for Student Members, and $15.00 for Student Non-Members. Click to register.

TRADES INFORMATION NIGHT AT GEORGETOWN DISTRICT HIGH SCHOOL

When: Wednesday, November 15th, 2023

We had the pleasure of attending the trade information night at Georgetown District High School. This event was open to all the students and their parents. We would also like to thank Craig Martin for taking the time to speak to these students and their parents about opportunities in the Weld community!

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Handheld Laser Welding and Cleaning Systems

When: November 7th
Reception 5:30pm
Dinner 6:00pm
Presentation 7:00pmWhere: Ironworkers Local 721, 909 Kipling Ave, Toronto

Join the CWB Association Toronto Chapter for an evening of networking and a presentation by Chris Pilcher from IPG Photonics on Handheld Laser Welding and Cleaning Systems. Get ready to witness the future of Hand Held Laser Welding, an electrifying event showcasing the latest in laser welding technology!

The cost is $30.00 Members, $35.00 Non-Members, $10.00 Student Members, and $15.00 Student Non-Members.

Click here for more information and to register click .

DINNER and NETWORK WELDING HEALTH & SAFETY

When: Tuesday, Oct 3, 2023 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM EDT
Where: Ironworkers Local 721, 909 Kipling Avenue Toronto, ON M8Z 5H3

Get ready for an evening of delicious food, networking, and valuable insights into welding health and safety at our in-person event!

Our special guest speaker is Stacy Richardson, an Industrial Hygiene Technologist (IHT) who has been with 3M Company for 20 years. Stacy is an application development professional for the Personal Safety Division, which includes technical support in US and Canada on the 3M filtering face piece respiratory protection, reusable respiratory protection, and fit testing/training for the respiratory protection business.

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