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September 4, 2024

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Register for MCABC's FIRST ever mixer in the Fraser Valley, Pints & Planes. This is a great opportunity for mechanical contractors to come together, share regional perspectives and strengthen the provincial voice. Grab your tickets today.

Mark's Commercial is having a Canada-wide special event and MCABC Contractor members, Affiliate members, and all other MCAC members get an exclusive 25% discount. Login to the member hub and click on the Advantage program to access the discount code.

MCABC's NextGen Board is holding their virtual Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 18th from 9-10 AM. Learn about NextGen's updates and meet the slate of nominees for the 2024/2025 NextGen Board. Register today.

Lastly, the Canadian Standard Association (CSA) Group is seeking your input on the new CSA B56 Power Engineering – Facility Rating and Staffing Standard. Read on for instructions on how to provide your input. The deadline to submit your feedback is October 20th. 

Thanks for reading!

- Your MCABC team

Night at the Nat - Recap ⚾

Last night, we wrapped up the summer season with our Annual Night at the Nat event. Thank you to everyone who came out and enjoyed the game with us! We hope you had a blast and we look forward to seeing everyone at upcoming MCABC events.

MCABC presents its FIRST ever Mixer in the Fraser Valley!

MCABC will be hosting our FIRST mixer in the Fraser Valley area to bring together mechanical contractors in refrigeration, HVAC, and woodframe in a helicopter hangar at Chinook Helicopters. Chinook Helicopters has become one of the world's premier flight training facilities and operates from a large first-class facility. Our fun-filled mixer is a chance to be part of a growing movement to connect mechanical contractors across all regions.

Enjoy an evening of networking and entertainment with industry peers amongst a fleet of jets & helicopters. Your ticket includes: two (2) drink tickets, food, a tour of Chinook Helicopters, and entertainment by Canadian singer, songwriter, and producer, Ryan McAllister!

For over 20 years, Ryan McAllister has played thousands of concerts on five continents with artists ranging from Willy Nelson to Sam Roberts. He owns Five Acres Studio in Abbotsford, BC and has won a JUNO award. Ryan continues to champion Canadian indie music through his company, Valley Music Co.

Thank you to our event sponsors:

Date: Thursday, September 12th, 2024

Time: 5:00 - 9:00 PM

Location: Chinook Helicopters, 30720 Rotor Drive, Abbotsford, BC

Meet the slate of nominees for the 2024/2025 NextGen Board at upcoming AGM

Calling all MCABC members: You are invited to join the NextGen Board's Annual General Meeting (AGM) on September 18th.

Learn about NextGen's newest updates and upcoming initiatives, including a NextGen event happening on October 29th. Plus, the NextGen Board Members will be introducing the nominees for the 2024/2025 NextGen Board.

Date: Wednesday, September 18th

Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Location: Virtual (Link to be circulated closer to the date)

Elevate your estimating skills with Estimating 101 for Mechanical Contractors — Registration closes September 9th

The deadline to register is approaching fast — reserve your spot for MCABC's Gold Seal-Accredited course, Estimating 101 for Mechanical Contractors. 

If you're a beginner in estimating, take your skills to the next level. This course is designed for mechanical contracting professionals who are entering or new to the position of estimator, project manager, field supervision or support staff.

Upon completion, you can earn 2 Gold Seal credits.

The deadline to register is Monday, September 9th, 2024.

Date: Thursday, September 19th, 2024

Time: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Location: Simon Fraser University (SFU) - Central City Campus, 13450 102 Ave, Surrey (Room SRYC 3040)

Contractor and Affiliate members — take advantage of savings during the Mark's Commercial Special Event

Mark’s Commercial is offering MCABC Contractor members, Affiliate members, and all other MCAC members an exclusive 25% discount on regular-priced merchandise during their nationwide special event from September 15-21, 2024!

To realize your savings, visit the Member Hub to download a copy of the exclusive discount.

Key industry issues raised in conversation with Conservative Party of BC leader at VRCA event

Following MCABC's most recent Board of Directors meeting, a significant portion of which focused on critical industry issues MCABC’s Advocacy Committee will raise with the newly-elected government, CEO Kim Barbero attended VRCA’s Constructive Conversations event on August 28th with Conservative Party of BC leader, John Rustad.

Prompt Payment, climate targets, labour shortages and apprenticeship training are several subjects that topped the agenda, along with recognition that housing affordability is the key to keeping and attracting talented trades people in BC.

MCABC looks forward to continuing the conversation with candidates prior to the provincial election on October 19th. A special thank you to the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) and the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) for hosting this conversation.

L-R: R. Rick Wagner, Matt MacInnis, CEO Kim Barbero, BC Conservative Leader John Rustad, Jeannine Martin, Chris Atchison

Your feedback is important — Provide your input on the CSA B56 Standard

The Canadian Standard Association Group (CSA Group) is inviting public review on the draft of the new CSA B56 Power Engineering – Facility Rating and Staffing Standard. This is an opportunity for the boiler, pressure vessel, refrigeration industry, and other safety partners, to suggest changes to the standard at the national level before publication.

Submit your feedback to the CSA Group by October 20, 2024.

Meet the 2024/2025 MCABC Board of Directors

MCABC continues to feature our 2024/2025 Board of Directors. Our MCABC Board of Directors are passionate advocates, innovative thinkers and collaborators.

Meet MCABC Board Director, Steve Robinson.

Steve started Pitt Meadows Plumbing & Mechanical Systems with his brothers in 1979. For the past several decades, he has sought to deliver value for clients and build innovative projects that shape communities across British Columbia.

Steve’s passion for innovation lends itself to finding solutions to address the challenges facing the mechanical contracting industry and optimizing the opportunities. His forward-thinking is an asset to the MCABC Board of Directors, its members and the industry at large.

Explore the impact of the A2L Refrigerant transition in Canada at our upcoming #coffeetalk

With the transition from R410 to A2L refrigerants effective January 1, 2025 in the US, Canadian buyers who purchase equipment from the US face uncertainty due to growing concerns around the mild flammability of A2Ls. Join Ryan Faulkner of Master Applied Business Solutions as we explore the implications of these changes to the HVACR industry in Canada.

Date: Thursday, September 12th, 2024

Time: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

Location: Virtual (via Zoom)

Project Accounting for Contractors: Cost Control & Financial Reporting (Gold Seal-Accredited)

This 3-day Gold Seal-Accredited course is customized for mechanical contractors and provides an opportunity to gain project accounting essentials. Upon completion, you can earn 4 Gold Seal Credits.

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

Time: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Location: Virtual

Register for Medical Gas Installation Course (PLMR150) & Braze Test

Achieve the skills needed to install and maintain pipelines for medical gases, medical vacuum, medical support gases, and anesthetic gas scavenging systems. Upon successful completion of this course and braze test, you will be eligible to apply to the CSA to write their “Medical Gas Piping and Systems Installations Certification” exam as outlined in the CSA Z7396.1 Standard.

Date: October 1st - October 31st, 2024 (Self-paced course)

Location: Virtual (via NAIT's Learning Portal)

In-person Braze test in November.

Gain key insights about Crane Safety at our November #coffeetalk

A growing number of crane incidents, including four earlier this year and one fatal incident, have prompted the industry to take action to improve crane safety. Join Jen Mutas, Field OHS Advisor at BC Crane Safety, to discuss crane safety and to learn more about how the team supports crane stakeholders, employers, and workers in BC.

Date: Wednesday, November 6th, 2024

Time: 8:00 - 9:00 AM

Location: Virtual (via Zoom)

B.C. powering growth in the Fraser Valley with clean electricity

Building code updated to support more homes in B.C.