United Steelworkers Local 1-405 (or USW Local 1-405) is based in Cranbrook and represents workers across several different industries, including forestry, manufacturing, credit unions, hotels, ski hills and more. We stand behind more than 1,100 workers throughout the East and West Kootenays. Please visit our website for more information on our certifications, to apply for exoneration, or to stay up to date on the latest issues affecting you in the workplace. more... See more text