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Hello,
We're officially two weeks away from the 2024 Business Conference (June 19th to 21st) and the countdown is on! Learn from business thought leaders and gain insights to government and industry trends - lean-in, learn, lead, and be part of the solution.
Also, registration for our MCABC 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) is now open. MCABC welcomes all members to join the hybrid AGM on June 20th at the Business Conference in Kelowna. Register today! Lastly, MCAC has opened applications for the Richard McKeagan Scholarship series to support students pursuing post-secondary education in Canada and who have a connection to the mechanical contracting industry.
Thanks for reading!
- Your MCABC team |
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2024 AGM is Now Open for Registration
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MCABC invites all members to register now for the 2024 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Thursday, June 20th at the MCABC Business Conference & Trade Show. The AGM will be hybrid (in-person and virtual). For attendees joining virtually, a link to join the AGM will be circulated closer to the date.
An AGM package, including the slate of nominees running for election for the 2024/2025 MCABC Board of Directors, will be circulated in advance of the meeting. Voting members who are unable to participate are encouraged to assign a proxy. More details, including all other AGM documents, will be posted on a dedicated page on the Member Hub. |
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Note: Voting is open to Contractor and Affiliate members only. The MCABC team will further verify eligibility of the voting member. |
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Check out some of our Business Conference speakers! |
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At the upcoming 2024 Business Conference, we're thrilled to offer a stellar list of speakers and panelists! From panel sessions on growing your wealth and economic insights to commissioning and recommissioning and workplace safety, the 2024 Business Conference is the place to be for the mechanical contracting industry to connect and learn from leading business and industry experts. Stay tuned for more speakers updates and conference announcements. Learn more about our current lineup and check out our Conference agenda: |
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MCAC Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series — Applications now open
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The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) has opened applications for the Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series. This series of scholarships aims to support students who have a connection to the mechanical contracting industry and are pursuing post-secondary education in Canada. MCAC has 17 scholarships available, including those for tools and equipment, women’s workwear, and assistance with education and trade-related expenses.
Basic Eligibility Requirements:
- There must be a connection between the applicant’s studies and the mechanical contracting industry.
- Applicants must be a Student Chapter Member or a child/ward of a salaried employee of an MCAC member company (the company must have been a member for at least one year).
- Applicants must be enrolled in a full-time post-secondary program leading to a degree, certificate, or diploma from an accredited Canadian university, college, or apprenticeship program, with a minimum “B” average for the previous year.
- Applicants must not otherwise receive a major scholarship or bursary.
The deadline to submit applications is September 1, 2024.
For more details on available scholarships and how to apply: |
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Contractors: Elevate Your Skills with new MCABC Course
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Don't miss out on MCABC's newest 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.
Who Should Attend?
- Project managers, Project coordinators, Estimators
- HR Staff, Warehouse Managers, Department Heads
- Senior Managers, Owners
- Controllers, Accountants, Administrators
- All individuals who can drive project and company profitability
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Dates: Tuesday, October 22nd - Thursday, October 24th, 2024 Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Location: Virtual
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Why B.C. trades workers are demanding nasal naloxone on construction sites
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MLA Elenore Sturko quits B.C. United to join Conservatives
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Top 5 Safety Risks for British Columbia Revealed in Technical Safety BC’s Latest State of Safety
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Major B.C. projects reach milestones but face delays
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