Who We Are

About

The Sheet Metal Workers and Roofers International Association Local 56 was established in 1966 and currently represents a growing and diverse membership on Cape Breton Island.

Union members represent the following trades:

  • Sheet Metal Workers
  • Flat Roofers
  • Architectural Cladders

Union Executive

Business Manager
Donald Phillipo

President
Gerald Phillippo

Vice President
Jim Carocci

Recording Secretary
Terry Hines

Warden
Alexis Lynk

Union Trustees
Vaughn Ross
Jamie MacLeod
Stewart MacLeod

Health & Welfare & Pension Trustees for the Union
Jack Wall
Donald Phillipo
Joe Wall

Health & Welfare & Pension Trustees for the Company
William (Bill) Barrington
Carson Mugford