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Hello,
We're officially one month away from the MCABC 2024 Business Conference & Trade Show! Don’t miss the opportunity to gain educational and business insights from our esteemed speakers and panelists in Kelowna from June 19th to the 21st.
Regarding advocacy updates, the new Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (previously Bill S-211) has been enacted. Canadian businesses that meet the Act’s requirements must file their first annual report by May 31, 2024.
Lastly, save the date for MCABC's Annual Golf Classic on August 8th, 2024. Stay tuned for registration details and read on to learn how you can secure early access to our sponsorship opportunities.
Thanks for reading!
- Your MCABC team |
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We're one month away from MCABC's biggest educational event of the year!
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We're counting down to the MCABC Business Conference & Trade Show from June 19th to June 21st. Here's what you can expect:
1. Access valuable educational and business insights
Learn from leading business and industry experts through engaging educational sessions from The Petticrew Group of BMO Nesbitt Burns, BuildForce Canada, and more!
2. Expand your network
Don't miss the opportunity to connect with 120+ industry leaders, professionals, and experts in mechanical contracting.
3. Explore our exclusive 2024 Trade Show
We've got an exciting lineup of top manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors in the industry.
We've still got passes left! Don't miss this exciting opportunity to connect with the industry and reinforce your commitment to shaping the future of the mechanical contracting industry. |
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Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act - Submit by May 31st, 2024
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As was discussed at the national Board of Directors Meeting in Ottawa earlier this month, the new Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act (previously Bill S-211) has been enacted, mandating new reporting measures that are intended to help eradicate forced labour and child labour from supply chains.
The measures introduced through former Bill S-211, An Act to enact the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act and to amend the Customs Tariff (the Act), aim to increase industry awareness and transparency and drive businesses to improve practices.
Who is Required to Report:
Under the legislation, “Entities” include any corporation, trust, partnership or other unincorporated organization that is listed on a stock exchange in Canada, or has a place of business in Canada, does business in Canada or has assets in Canada and meets two of the following three criteria for at least one of its two most recent financial years:
- $20 million or more in assets
- $40 million or more in revenue
- An average of 250 or more employees
*Entities must determine if they are subject to reporting obligations in accordance with the Act.
Canadian and international businesses that meet the Act’s requirements must file their first annual report by May 31, 2024. For further information on who is required to report, the reporting process, and guidelines:
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Welcoming our newest member!
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Giacomini Canada
For more than 70 years, The Giacomini Group has produced heating, HVAC and domestic hot water distribution components and systems across the residential, industrial, and commercial sectors.
Giacomini manufactures radiant heating and cooling systems, primarily using renewable energy sources along with engineering solutions for thermal energy metering. With 18 branches worldwide, Giacomini focuses on developing energy-efficient and sustainable installation solutions.
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Save the Date: MCABC Annual Golf Classic
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Swing into summer with MCABC! Save the date for our Annual Golf Classic and join us on August 8th, 2024 for a day out on the courses. Registration and sponsorship packages will be made available soon - stay tuned.
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City of Vancouver Webinar: Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits By-Law
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Upgraded and retrofitted buildings provide healthier, safer, and more comfortable indoor spaces, while reducing emissions that contribute to climate change and improving energy performance.
Energize Vancouver is the City of Vancouver's multi-year initiative to:
- Reduce the carbon pollution produced by existing commercial and multi-family buildings
- Accelerate the shift to healthier, more affordable, and more resilient homes, offices, and stores
The Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits By-law requires owners and managers of existing large commercial and multi-family buildings to measure and report:
- How much energy each building uses
- The greenhouse gas intensity (GHGi) of each building
These regulations are being implemented:
- Using a phased approach based on building size
- To support equipment replacement in capital plans
Join the City of Vancouver for their live demo and a how-to for building owners, managers, and their representatives on complying with the Annual Greenhouse Gas and Energy Limits By-Law and resolve report errors before the compliance deadline on June 1, 2024.
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Date: Tuesday, May 28th, 2024 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM |
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Expand your skillset as a Contractor — Project Accounting for Contractors
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MCABC's newest course, Project Accounting for Contractors: Cost Control and Financial Reporting, offers project management professionals an in-depth understanding of construction financial management by bridging the gap between construction processes and accounting knowledge.
Why Register?
Participants will unlock techniques to enhance project outcomes using accounting practices, cost controls, and financial reports. This synergy between accounting and Project Management promises a more efficient construction process and a deeper understanding of the construction realm.
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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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Free ZEBx Webinar: The Cost of Zero Carbon Development
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ZEBx will be co-hosting a FREE Decarb Lunch webinar with ULI to present findings from ZEBx's Navigating Development with the BC Zero Carbon Step Code case study. The case study and webinar will better help developers meet current and future regulatory requirements, reduce financial risks, minimize future retrofit burdens, and accelerate market transformation towards zero emissions buildings.
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Date: Monday, May 27th, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Location: Virtual
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B.C. takes action to strengthen northern rural communities
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Taking action to help people the focus of final legislative session
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What is Canada’s potential capacity for housing construction?
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BC Major Infrastructure Projects Spring 2024 Brochure
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