120 years, since 1904.
Founded on September 13, 1904, IATSE Local 118 (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees of the United States and Canada) the labour union supplying technicians, stagehands, artisans and craftspeople to the Greater Vancouver entertainment industry, including live theatre, rock and roll, trade shows, and conventions. Local 118 has a large, skilled and experienced workforce ready to meet the needs of your production.
Local 118 Table at the 2025 Connect Job Fair
IATSE Local 118 was at the Connect Job Fair 2025 presented by International Live Events Association (ILEA), Canadian Institute for Theatre Technologies (CITT) and Douglas College. The annual job fair takes place in the Laura C. Muir Theatre at Douglas College.
The Connect Job Fair creates a forum for potential employers to meet and promote their company to young students and established professionals looking to enter or move within the events industry. The job fair pulls students from CITT, Douglas College, BCIT, and more.
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