Where it all began
Many of today’s EHS members started their union journey with Consumers Gas — a workplace with union roots going all the way back to 1938. These workers were originally represented under CEP Local 975 and shared one collective agreement.
A period of big changes
In 1998, Consumers Gas began selling off parts of its business.
- The Call Centre was transferred to Accenture
- The Home Services division was sold to Direct Energy
Direct Energy, a British‑owned company, wanted to grow its HVAC business in Canada. Along with the former Consumers Gas Home Services employees, they hired many new gas technicians and clerical staff across Ontario. These workers formed CEP Local 975’s third bargaining unit: the Direct Energy Home Services (DEHS) Unit.
Becoming Unifor
In 2013, CEP and CAW merged to create Unifor — now the largest private‑sector union in Canada. One year later, Direct Energy sold its Canadian Home Services division to EnerCare. With that change, the DEHS Unit officially became the EHS (EnerCare Home Services) Unit of Unifor Local 975.
Today
The EHS Unit continues to represent skilled, dedicated members across Ontario who provide essential home services to customers every day. As part of Local 975, you’re joining a long tradition of strong representation, solidarity, and member‑driven advocacy.