Welcome IAMAW Local Lodge 16

April 22, 2019

The VDLC welcomes our newest affiliate: International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAMAW), Local Lodge 16.

Sometimes better known as either the “IAM” or “The Machinists”, IAMAW represents over 1500 working men and women in the air transportation sector in BC.

Local Lodge 16 represent aircraft mechanics, ground handlers, cabin services agents, customer service agents, air terminal services and pre-board screeners.

To the members of Local Lodge 16 we say welcome to the VDLC!

IAMAW Local Lodge 16 website

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