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The Informer is now a weekly publication
Going forward, you can expect more news, faster! The Informer will now land in your inbox every Thursday morning so that we can get you the updates you need sooner and ensure you don't have to scroll too far.
The mechanical contracting industry is fast-paced, so we know your news needs to be too.
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Richard McKeagan Scholarship Deadline: September 1, 2023
This valuable scholarship program from MCAC is open to students/apprentices in the mechanical contracting industry, so don't miss your chance to apply for the 2023 intake. |
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Canada announces Express Entry invitations for newcomers with experience in the trades
Canada’s Express Entry system is will provide a streamlined pathway for individuals with expertise in critical fields, including candidates with trades expertise in carpentry, plumbing, and welding.
This move is designed to help with the labour shortage in Canada’s construction sector, and on August 1, it was announced that the first trades round for category-based selection was opening. |
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Save the date: Pool Tournament & Social On September 21st, we welcome back our annual Pool Tournament and Social Evening. It will take place at Soho Billiards and will be a chance for you to show off your pool chops and socialize with industry in one of Vancouver's coolest spots! |
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Who should MCABC team up with next?
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At MCABC, we embrace collaboration - so much so that's one of our defining pillars!). We are always looking for input on who we can team up with for events!
Do you know of another association your employees would like to connect with? Are you an organization that thinks your members would benefit from meeting with ours? Let us know - we want to expand our network and build the industry together.
If you have a suggestion for ways we can collaborate, please email: |
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July BC Labour Force Survey: Tech and Science Jobs Growing Brenda Bailey, Minister of Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation, has issued a statement on the labour force, noting that BC's unemployment rate is remains low and that the month of July saw 10,000 jobs created in science and technology. |
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How does the StrongerBC Economic Plan affect your business? The StrongerBC Economic plan was launched in February 2022 to strategize around clean growth and inclusive growth, and included such measures as skill trades training, building a stronger manufacturing sector, and focusing on environmental responsibility. The updated report can be found at the link below. |
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