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Hello, MCABC is thrilled to announce a NEW panel session, Grow Your Wealth, at the 2024 Business Conference & Trade Show, presented by The Petticrew Group of BMO Nesbitt Burns! A friendly reminder that it’s your last chance to register for our #coffeetalk with the City of Vancouver on April 11th. Don't miss this opportunity to engage with the COV staff and help shape the direction of future programs and initiatives. MCABC is pleased to offer two new courses with industry veteran Kathryn Crosby, Understanding and Resolving Conflicts and Safety - The Field Leader's Role. Be sure to reserve your spot today. Thanks for reading!
- Your MCABC team |
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The Petticrew Group of BMO Nesbitt Burns Presents: Grow Your Wealth
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MCABC is thrilled to announce this session at the 2024 Business Conference. Congratulations, you’ve reached industry recognition…now it’s time to grow your wealth!
Whether a manager, administrator, senior leader or company owner; professional money management and tax planning are key to your financial success. Whether planning for the transition of a company or retirement, this power-filled educational discussion has something for everyone. Topics include the creation of wealth by growing assets to their highest potential, and the preservation of wealth; including an overview of how an RRSP, TSFA, Individual Pension Plan, and/or holding company may benefit you. You will leave this educational and interactive session better prepared for future financial growth. PRESENTING SPONSOR |
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THE PANEL Elizabeth Petticrew
This session will be facilitated by one of the Globe & Mail’s top-ranked wealth advisors of 2021 and 2022. Specializing in individual and corporate portfolio management, Elizabeth is the lead portfolio manager on her team. Since entering the investment business in 1988, Elizabeth has been an active participant in education initiatives. She has delivered educational seminars for the UBC Law Society, BC Women’s Hospital, BCIT, SFU, local companies, associations, and investment clubs. In addition, she was sponsored by the Investment Dealers Association as night school instructor in the areas of financial planning and investing.
A supporter of community initiatives, Elizabeth has held the position of co-president of the Western Businesswomen’s Association, participated in the YWCA mentorship program, and sat on the Ethics Committee of Women’s Hospital. Elizabeth was nominated for the prestigious YWCA Women of Distinction Award; in 2015 she became one of the founding contributors to the SheEO’s year of radical giving campaign, and in 2016 she became a full member of the Women Presidents Organization. Kimiko Comeau, CFA, FEA
A member of the Business Advisory and Transition Planning team, Kimiko contributes to providing high-net-worth business owners in transition with a sophisticated, forward-thinking wealth management plan. She works with individuals and business owners in the areas of business succession, transition, sale, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and valuations for the purposes of wealth planning and transfer. With a background as a mid-market M&A advisor at a Big Four professional services firm, Kimiko brings a breadth of experience, particularly on the sell-side for private companies in a range of industries including construction, manufacturing, distribution, and oil and gas services.
Holly Castle, CPA, CA, CFP®, TEP
Providing tax and estate planning expertise to families and business owners, Holly offers guidance on business succession, tax structuring, estate planning, post-mortem planning, and charitable giving. Holly brings insight from her extensive career in public accounting and in senior tax roles where she focused on tax and estate planning issues related to individuals, privately held corporations, trusts, and estates.
Don’t miss out on this exciting panel and their valuable insights! Secure your delegate pass now: |
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During Construction Month, MCABC is highlighting the role of mechanical contractors in the construction process. This week, we’re showcasing the significant role of plumbing in construction.
Plumbers ensure that buildings have efficient and reliable plumbing systems. Plumbers are responsible for the installation, repair, and maintenance of a wide range of plumbing systems, including water, hydronic, drainage, waste and vent, low pressure steam, chemical and irrigation systems. |
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MCABC is a Pathway Sponsor at the Skills Canada BC Provincials
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The 2024 Provincial Competition welcomes over 600 participants from grades 6-12, post-secondary institutions, and apprenticeship programs. The participants will compete in 50+ trades and technology categories such as construction, welding, robotics, aerospace, automotive, 3D animation, baking and beyond!
MCABC will be presenting a demo on press and groove technology. MCABC is thrilled to participate in this valuable education event, learn more here: |
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MCABC is pleased to present two courses featuring Kathryn Crosby, Owner & Founder of C2 Consulting Inc.
Kathryn Crosby has more than 35 years experience in the construction business. While serving as Vice President and CFO for a mechanical contractor she was elected to the MCAA Board of Directors, nominated as chair for MCAA’s Project Management Education Committee, was active in the AGC, and served on the faculty of the MCAA’s highly acclaimed Institute for Project Management (IPM). |
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Understanding & Resolving Conflict
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Conflict is a given. However, understanding when and why conflict occurs will help participants lose their fear of conflict and teach them how to solve it.
Understand your own conflict management style and learn conflict management strategies to implement in the workplace.
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Date: May 22nd, 2024
Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: Douglas College (Coquitlam Campus)
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Safety – The Field Leader’s Critical Role
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Field Leaders have one of the most influential roles in creating and maintaining a company’s safety culture.
Learn basic loss control concepts, the impact of Field Leaders' conduct and behaviour on safety, and the integration of safety planning into project planning.
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Date: May 22nd, 2024
Time: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Location: Douglas College (Coquitlam Campus)
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Last chance to register for #coffeetalk!
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The City of Vancouver is exploring regulatory measures designed to help transition large existing buildings to a low carbon and resilient future. In 2022, Vancouver City Council approved the Annual Carbon Pollution Limits for Existing Large Commercial & Multifamily Buildings report, which requires building owners of existing large commercial and multi-family buildings to measure and report annual energy usage and GHG emissions. Don’t miss this opportunity to share your thoughts on the opportunities and challenges directly with the panel, and to help shape the direction of future regulations, support programs and initiatives. Participants will be entered to win a $50 coffee gift card, courtesy of ECCO Supply |
Date: Thursday, April 11th, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Location: Virtual |
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BC Hydro issues call for new clean electricity to power B.C.’s future |
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TradeUpBC builds, enhances tradespeoples' skills
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Federal, provincial and territorial labour ministers discuss key challenges facing workers in Canada
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New BCCSA workplace mental health training program now live
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Construction employment rises in March
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