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Hello,
MCABC is kicking off March with Women in Construction Week, a time to celebrate and promote the role of women in the construction industry! On March 28th, we're thrilled to announce #coffeetalk will feature four inspiring women breaking down barriers in the mechanical contracting industry. Looking to advance your skills as a supervisor and enhance customer relationships? Look no further - we've got two exciting courses in April featuring esteemed industry veteran, Kevin L. Dougherty. Lastly, the City of Vancouver is looking for volunteers to participate on a Technical Advisory Committee to help shape guidelines, regulations and support programs for existing commercial and multifamily buildings.
Thanks for reading!
- Your MCABC team |
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Breaking down Barriers: Celebrating Women's Impact in Construction
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March 3-9th is Women in Construction Week, a time to highlight and celebrate the impactful contributions and achievements of women breaking down barriers in the construction industry. Get ready to celebrate diversity and inclusion and ignite a spark for future generations of women to join the construction industry. Women in Construction Week will feature events across Canada and is a powerful platform to highlight the next wave of women leading the change!
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NEW #coffeetalk: Women Trading Up
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As MCABC members, we're coming together to celebrate International Women's Day (March 8th) and Women’s History Month! We're thrilled to announce #coffeetalk will feature four inspiring women breaking down barriers in the mechanical contracting industry. Join our panelists Tania Johnston (CEO, MCAC), Judy Lynn (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 the challenges they face as women and how they found success in building careers in the mechanical contracting industry. Everyone is welcome. |
When: Thursday, March 28th Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Time: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM |
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Porcupine Mechanical Ltd.
Porcupine Mechanical services the Squamish area and specializes in custom-designed efficient heating & cooling systems for optimum home comfort.
From accessing funds to installation, the 'Porcupine Precision' installation includes maintaining the integrity of the building, optimizing air circulation and securing components with Porcupine's Assured Comfort Maintenance program. |
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CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS: City of Vancouver’s Technical Advisory Committee for Existing Commercial and Multifamily Buildings
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The City of Vancouver is seeking qualified individuals to join this dynamic and collaborative group to help shape guidelines, regulations and support programs for existing commercial and multifamily buildings. This opportunity is for you if you have expertise in one or more of the following areas: - Heat pump technology for space heating and domestic hot water in multifamily buildings and commercial buildings,
- Heat pump rooftop units,
- Mechanical contracting,
- Heat pump manufacturers or distributors.
The deadline to apply is March 22nd, 2024 at noon PST. Learn how you can apply: |
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Blaire Masztalar, MCABC Board Member, Panelist
for Training Strategy
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On Thursday, March 14th, MCABC
Board Member Blaire Masztalar will join an industry panel, Building our
Future: A Low-Carbon Training Strategy for the Trades, to discuss the
preparation for low-carbon buildings and future industry trends. Registration is free. Reserve your ticket here: |
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Improve your communication skills and become a better Supervisor |
Learn proven conflict resolution techniques, communication skills, productivity enhancement, motivational tactics, time management ideas and many more skills that a manager needs in order to thrive today. |
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Learn how you can enhance customer relationships |
A training program designed to grow and enhance new and current customer relationships - Build a force field around your customers. This program is for anyone who has customer contact. |
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Highstreet champions careers in Trades with $1 million gift to Okanagan College to benefit students |
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B.C. implements federal changes for new international students |
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Construction hits the AI era |
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B.C. introduces municipal affairs statutes amendments act |
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Bank Of Canada Will Be ‘Watching Housing Carefully’ As It Deliberates Cuts To Come |
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