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June 20, 2023

2023 Business Conference
Thank You to Our Sponsors!

Our 2023 Business Conference in Whistler was an amazing few days of networking, learning, connecting, and growing - thanks in no small part to our sponsors! Keep an eye on your emails and our social channels for pictures and recaps of this successful event!

BuildForce: Construction Project Management

In this course, you will develop an understanding of the construction business and the role of a project manager. You'll learn about the importance of effective communication, gain the critical skills to develop and maintain worksite relationships, and understand the responsibilities performed by the project manager before, during, and after construction.

Join the Rosie 1:1 Mentoring Program

The Rosie 1:1 Mentoring Program offers women an opportunity to connect with an experienced professional in STEM, skilled trades, or leadership. This FREE program provides women with the opportunity for professional development by re-skilling, advancing in their careers, or pivoting to new ones. Applications are due July 4, 2023.

Congratulations to Our New Next Gen Board Members!

We are so excited to announce the newest members of our Next Gen Board:

• Rick Wilsdon, Unified Alloys
• Eddie Vaughn, Vaughan Ventures Ltd.
• Scott Denton, Lisi Mechanical Contractors Ltd.
• Scott Kenward, Trotter & Morton Building Technologies
• Derek Ponsford, Synergy Mechanical
• James Taylor, Black & McDonald Ltd.

• Maddie Davidson, Chair & MCABC Board of Directors Liaison, Davidson Bros. Mechanical Contractors Ltd.
• Shantel Thompson, Vice Chair, Ainsworth Inc.
• Mina Ariana, Davidson Bros. Mechanical Contractors Ltd.

We can't wait to see what they achieve in the coming year!

Welcome to Our Newest Member: QMC Metering Solutions

MCABC is happy to announce our newest member, QMC Metering Solutions.

QMC enables building portfolios, utilities and institutions to optimize their energy and water use by utilizing best-in-class submetering hardware, software, and communications. 

Night at the Nat – tickets only on sale until June 28th!

It's not summer in Vancouver without going to at least one baseball game at Nat Bailey! Come watch the Vancouver Canadians vs Everette AquaSox as you enjoy an all-you-can-eat picnic complete with BBQ classics, plus hotdogs, bratwursts, cheeseburgers, salads, fountain drinks, dessert, and more! 

This will be a great time to connect with industry peers as you enjoy a classic summer activity!

Want your brand advertised to the entire stadium along with MCABC members? Sponsor this event! Contact cbasco@mcabc.org for more information. 

MCABC Golf Classic 

Tickets are almost sold out for our popular Golf Classic, so act fast to secure your spot! 

Get ready to tee off at our highly anticipated Annual Golf Classic, happening once again at the beautiful Northview Golf & Country Club. We're pumped up and ready for a day filled with excitement! This double shotgun event will be scramble play.

Come early to enjoy socializing, putting challenges, and other activities.

And the fun doesn't end there; there will be an evening reception, dinner, and prizes. Even if you can't make it for the tournament, don't worry - you're more than welcome to join us for the evening dinner. So, save the date and get ready to have a fantastic time!

Sponsor this event to get in front of almost 300 industry professionals!
Contact cbasco@mcabc.org for more information. 

BC Hydro Announces call for new sources of renewable, emission-free electricity

On June 15th, BC Hydro announced that they will move forward with a call for new sources of renewable, emission-free electricity to power British Columbia’s growing clean economy and create new jobs throughout the province. The call is expected to launch in spring 2024.

This announcement coincided with a presentation from BC Hydro at the MCABC Business Conference. As such, BC Hydro Program Manager, Bertine Stelzer, spoke to the initiative and answered questions from conference delegates regarding the call.

More supports to help people prepare for in-demand careers

More people are now able to acquire new or upgraded post-secondary skills or knowledge in English, math and science to meet their career goals through Adult Basic Education and English Language Learning Pathways at public post-secondary institutions.

Building Code Changes Support B.C.’s Zero-Carbon Targets

Minister of Immigration Sean Fraser made an announcement regarding the Express Entry immigration system and the launch of category-based selection for express entry.

According to the announcement, “Category-based selection will allow Canada to issue invitations to apply to prospective permanent residents with specific skills, training or language ability.” The announcement specifically identifies the trades as one of the major categories being targeted by this program. 

MCAC has released the following comment as they await more details:

“On behalf of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada, we were pleased to see Minister Fraser’s announcement this week with respect to the Express Entry program,” said Derek Ermen, MCAC President and Chair. “This is a positive step and recognizes the importance of skilled trades for Canada’s economy. We look forward to working closely with the department as we supplement our domestic training capacity with the permanent skilled workers we need from abroad, enabling us to respond to the future construction demands of the country.”