One Powerful Voice
Building Northwest Indiana's Future with Union Labor!
Representing 31 affiliate unions and thousands of skilled tradespeople across the region. We're the voice of organized labor in Northwest Indiana.
Who We Are
Strength in Solidarity
The Northwest Indiana Building & Construction Trades Council is the unified voice of 31 affiliate unions working to advance the interests of skilled tradespeople across the region. Affiliated with the Indiana State AFL-CIO, we promote economic development, advocate for work site safety, and champion apprenticeship and journey-level training programs that build lifelong careers.
From the job site to the statehouse, we fight for legislation that supports working families—and we stand beside our affiliates in securing better wages, hours, and working conditions through collective bargaining.
31 Unions
One Mission
Our council brings together skilled tradespeople from every corner of the construction industry. Explore our affiliate directory to learn about each union, find contact information, and discover opportunities in your trade.
What's Happening at the Council
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2026 Annual Golf Outing — Registration Now Open
Join us for the 33rd Annual NWI Building Trades Golf Outing on Friday, June 12, 2026 at White Hawk Country Club in Crown Point. Spots fill fast — registration deadline is May 27th.
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NWI BCTC Hosts Annual Toy Drive
The NWI Building & Construction Trades Council, affiliated Local Unions, and Union Contractors are collecting new, unwrapped toys for children in need across Northwest Indiana this holiday season.
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NWI BCTC Endorses Regional Transportation Improvement Plan
The NWI Building & Construction Trades Council has announced its support for the Northwest Indiana Regional Planning Commission’s Transportation Improvement Program — a multi-year initiative directing federal investment toward highway, transit, and infrastructure projects across the region.
