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Hello {Contact_First_Name},
MCABC kicked off this week with the first session of our Project Management Program. We’re thrilled to welcome so many students and deliver education programs that elevate professional growth and sharpen skills for professionals in the industry. To celebrate Women’s History Month, each week we’re highlighting women in the industry and for this edition, we’re featuring Mahsa Barazandeh, Estimation Manager at Modern Niagara. Also, don’t miss out – register for our upcoming March #coffeetalk, featuring a powerhouse panel of four women leading change in the industry.
Lastly, your feedback matters. Submit your comments and revisions for the Canadian Standard Association (CSA) B149 2025 Gas Code Series and WorkSafeBC's draft OHS Guidelines Part 3 - Occupational First Aid.
Thanks for reading!
- Your MCABC team |
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Project Management Course Kicks Off
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On Monday, March 11th, MCABC wrapped up Day 1 of our Project Management Program at Simon Fraser University (SFU). MCABC welcomed students from ten member companies across the Lower Mainland, with several members travelling from the Interior region too! Our team is thrilled to deliver valuable education courses that equip professionals with the strategies and tools they need to excel in the mechanical contracting industry. |
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Throughout #WomensHistoryMonth, MCABC is celebrating the remarkable journeys and achievements of women who are breaking barriers and leading change in the industry.
Meet Mahsa Barazandeh, Estimation Manager at Modern Niagara.
Mahsa was born in Iran where she obtained her education and began her career in building controls. In 2012, in search of more equal work opportunities, she immigrated to Toronto. Within just 10 days of arriving in Canada, Mahsa landed a role as a technician with a controls company. Mahsa recalls diving into challenges headfirst, especially being on site for 3am calls and fixing cooling systems. Despite the skepticism she faced working in a male-dominated environment, Mahsa never said "no" to new challenges. She says, “I came from a culture where women didn’t have equal opportunities. I had to prove that I was equal.” Mahsa started to move up the ladder quickly and within one year, Mahsa transitioned to an estimator role. At the height of COVID, she joined Modern Niagara as a BAS Estimator. Upon reflection of her career journey from Iran to Canada, Mahsa acknowledges the challenges and sacrifices she made to make it as a woman in the industry. She says, “10 years ago, I couldn’t see myself where I am today, those early days were the first steps on the ladder that I had to climb.” Mahsa believes passion and perseverance are the key drivers to achieve career success and build a more equitable workforce for everyone. Mahsa continues to be an industry leader at Modern Niagara where she was recently featured for International Women’s Day. |
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Submit feedback for WorkSafeBC's draft OHS Guidelines for Occupational First Aid
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WorkSafeBC has posted the draft OHS guidelines for Part 3 - Occupational First Aid for public review. The purpose of these guidelines is to establish workplace first aid assessments, first aid training and kit requirements in the amended OHS Regulation. Submit your feedback and revisions by 11:59 PM on April 2nd, 2024. |
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BuildForce Canada: Immigration Report Update (2024)
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MCA Canada has collaborated with various stakeholders to develop the new BuildForce Canada Immigration Report.
This new report examines existing federal and provincial immigration policies and outlines a series of strategic recommendations for the industry to access skilled workers and meet the sector's increasing demands. This includes addressing educational bias in the system, increasing transparency, industry involvement in labour market planning and recruitment and supporting competencies-based skill assessments. |
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Complimentary BOD Program Certification
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You are invited to pre-register for the Building Operations Designation (BOD) Program’s Decarbonization – Pathway to Net Zero certificate. This certification is complimentary to MCABC Mechanical Contractors, Affiliate members and all MCAC members.
This certificate was developed with input from 40+ different subject matter experts under the Low Carbon Training Program from the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and BOMA Canada, funded in part by the Government of Canada.
This certification is for you if you are:
- A building operations professional
- A professional in the mechanical contracting industry
Free access for MCAC members ends on March 22nd, 2024. Fill out the form below to pre-register: |
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Public Review of B149 2025 Gas Code Series Now Open
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The Canadian Standards Association (CSA) is now inviting public feedback on the draft of the next edition of the CSA B149 series which includes the following codes:
- CSA/ANSI B149.6-25 - Digester gas, landfill gas, and biogas generation and utilization. Consultation is open until March 16, 2024.
- CSA B149.2-25 - Propane storage and handling. Consultation is open until March 25, 2024.
- CSA B149.1-25 - Natural gas and propane installation. Consultation is open until April 29, 2024.
- CSA B149.3-25 - Field approval of fuel-burning appliances and equipment. More details on consultation coming soon.
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Don't miss our exciting new #coffeetalk – Register today! |
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MCABC members are invited to join our panelists Tania Johnston (CEO, MCAC), Judy-Lynn Mason (Chair, Women in Mechanical Contracting), Le Hien Huynh (BIM Manager, Division 15 Mechanical Ltd), and Jessica Bannister (HVAC Apprentice & Influencer) as they share their stories and how they found success in building careers in the mechanical contracting industry. Members who join our #coffeetalk can be entered to win a $50 coffee gift card, courtesy of J&S Sales BC Inc. |
When: Thursday, March 28th Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
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Save the Date for MCAC's Upcoming Webinars
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Mark your calendars — MCAC has an exciting line up of webinars happening this Spring. On April 11th, discover how mechanical insulation plays a role in enhancing energy efficiency and shaping a sustainable future. On May 16th, MCAC has a feature webinar to commemorate Mental Health Awareness month.
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Forging a Sustainable Future with Mechanical Insulation Webinar by Thermal Insulation Association of Canada (TIAC) |
When: Thursday, April 11th
Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Time: 9 AM - 10 AM |
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MCAC Mental Heath Webinar
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When: Thursday, May 16th
Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Time: 11 AM - 12 PM Registration details to follow. |
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Minister Boissonnault announces more than $28.9 million to help women succeed in the skilled trades
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B.C. and Canada need to boost construction activity, warns CMHC
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Opinion: More Canadians finding their ticket to the middle class in the trades
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Fourth B.C. crane incident spurs critical WorkSafeBC Stakeholder Meeting
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Province adopts 2024 editions of the British Columbia Building Code
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