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July 3, 2024

Hello,

On June 20th, at the MCABC Business Conference, Wayne Davidson of Davidson Bros. Mechanical, received a Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions and commitment to the mechanical contracting industry. MCABC has prepared a tribute video for Wayne, check it out below.

For licensed contractors, Technical Safety BC (TSBC) has launched a new digital badge to display a TSBC licence. Read more on how to access the badge templates and the TSBC Advertising Guidelines. In addition, on July 24, 2024, WorkSafe BC is holding a virtual public hearing regarding proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation for Washroom Facilities on construction sites.

Lastly, plan your fall education early and register for our two new courses for mechanical contractors – Project Accounting for Contractors: Cost Control and Financial Reporting and Beginning & Advanced Estimating Course (registration opens soon).

Thanks for reading!

- Your MCABC team

MCABC Past Director and Chair Wayne Davidson recipient of Lifetime Achievement Award

On June 20th, Wayne Davidson, Davidson Bros., received the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 MCABC Conference & Trade Show.

Recognized for over 20 years of service, including roles as Director and President at MCAC, Wayne has been instrumental in driving industry progress and embracing change. We are pleased to share a video celebrating Wayne's contributions. Thank you Wayne for your leadership and commitment to our industry.

MCABC 2024 Golf Classic — Member registration open and tickets are selling fast

Join MCABC at the Northview Golf & Country Club for an action-packed day on the course. The day will begin with a golf tournament followed by a networking reception, dinner, and lots of prizes! Come to the course wearing your best golf attire. The best-dressed team wins a prize. Register today!

Date: Thursday, August 8th, 2024

Location: Northview Golf & Country Club, 6857 168 St, Surrey, BC V3S 3T6

Time: 11:00 AM - 8:30 PM

IMPORTANT: Tickets must be purchased as a twosome or a foursome. If you purchase a single ticket, you will be assigned into a group.

Sponsor the 2024 Golf Classic

Elevate your brand and become a sponsor of the 2024 Golf Classic. Check out all the great perks and benefits that your company will receive.

Several sponsorship packages have already been claimed — secure your sponsorship today:

BC Hydro's new and improved continuous optimization program now provides easier access to funding

BC Hydro Continuous Optimization program (C-Op) is now open to buildings and owners that don’t have a Key Account Manager. The C-Op program helps large commercial customers save energy and improve operations in buildings of at least 40,000 square feet through building retro-commissioning or recommissioning.

July 2024 public hearing on proposed changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation

WorkSafeBC is holding a virtual public hearing on proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Regulation, including Part 20, Washroom Facilities at Construction Sites.

The virtual public hearing will be streamed live on July 24, 2024, from 10 AM to 2 PM. More information on how you can participate in the public hearing will be made available closer to the date on worksafebc.com.

MCABC members are encouraged to provide comments on proposed regulatory amendments. Feedback is welcomed either by written submission or by participation in the virtual public hearing.

Written submissions will be accepted until 4:30 p.m. on Friday, July 26, 2024.

WorkSafeBC: Occupational First Aid Regulatory Change — Summer 2024 Update

Changes to Part 3 of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation, relating to occupational first aid, take effect November, 1, 2024. This update provides information about the new workplace first aid curriculum and resources for  employers to learn about the first aid regulatory changes.

WorkSafeBC to host Rate information sessions

If you're an employer in BC, WorkSafeBC is hosting virtual sessions on July 16th and 18th where you can learn about preliminary assessment premium rates for 2025. Learn how you can reduce your premiums through a safer and healthier workplace and help injured workers recover.

• Tuesday, July 16, 10:00–11:30 AM
• Tuesday, July 16, 1:00–2:30 PM
• Thursday, July 18, 10:00–11:30 AM
• Thursday, July 18, 1:00–2:30 PM

Add NEW TSBC digital badge to your advertising

(Image source: Technical Safety BC)

Licensed contractors can now display their TSBC license with a new digital badge. This allows licensed contractors to distinguish themselves from non-licensed workers. The badge template is editable and can be used wherever you advertise.

Access the badge files and learn more about the TSBC Advertising Guidelines here:

June advocacy update on Capital Gains Taxation policy from MCAC

Following the Federal Budget 2024, the Department of Finance Canada announced an increase in the capital gains inclusion rate from one half to two thirds for corporations and trusts for capital gains realized on or after June 25, 2024.

In response to the proposed changes, MCAC has issued a statement. Read the full statement here:

Level up your skills this Fall — Register for MCABC Gold Seal-Accredited Course today

This fall, don't miss out on MCABC's newest Gold Seal-Accredited course, Project Accounting for Contractors: Cost Control and Financial Reporting. This course offers project management professionals an in-depth understanding of construction financial management by bridging the gap between construction processes and accounting knowledge.

This course is worth 4 Gold Seal credits.

Dates: Tuesday, October 22nd - Thursday, October 24th, 2024

Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Virtual

NEW Estimating Course coming this Fall — Registration opening soon

MCABC is pleased to bring a new Estimating course, Beginning and Advanced Estimating, this September 19th, 2024.

Being an estimator in the mechanical contracting industry is a challenging and rewarding opportunity. Proper estimating skills and accurate costing are critical to the success of a company. This combined course is designed to provide you with basic understanding of the estimator’s role and an introduction of techniques used in estimating. Additionally, development of a competitive bid is more than the standard procedures of putting a bid together. Successful companies know the importance of continual process improvement, communications, expansion of services and proper technology implementation.

This course is designed for individuals who are entering or new to the position of estimator, experienced estimators, project managers, field supervision or support staff.

Date: Thursday, September 19th, 2024

Time & Location: TBD

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