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May 7, 2025

MCABC welcomes the recent news the provincial government will introduce the Infrastructure Projects Act to speed up permitting approval processes for new, major infrastructure projects. At our upcoming Leadership Conference from June 11-13th in Nanaimo, BC, MCABC will be leading a panel to discuss the permitting process and how we can work with municipalities to expedite the process. Register now. 

Speak up. Level up. Tee up. Next month, BC’s mechanical contracting community comes together in Nanaimo for MCABC’s 2025 Leadership Conference, Mechanical Contractors Speak Up: Keeping It On Point—a dynamic two-day gathering built by and for industry leaders, innovators and emerging voices. The people driving the industry’s next chapter will be there—make sure you are too.  

Lastly, if you provide products or services that support the mechanical contracting industry, our upcoming 2025 Leadership Conference is where you need to be. As a sponsor or exhibitor, your company will be front and center—seen, supported and recognized by the people shaping what’s next. Elevate your brand and align with innovation, leadership and industry progress. 

Thanks for reading!

- Your MCABC team

Prompt Payment the focus of MCABC's Meeting with the Honourable Nikki Sharma 

On the heels of the recent announcement that Ministry of Attorney General staff had been directed to prepare Prompt Payment Legislation, MCABC CEO Kim Barbero and Chair Kyle Wisniewski met last week in Victoria with The Honourable Deputy Minister and Attorney General Nikki Sharma, as well as legal, policy and other Ministry staff.

“Consistent with its mandate of growing the economy, the government wants to ensure that businesses are paid promptly for work performed on construction projects," noted the Ministry’s announcement. "Evidence from other jurisdictions - particularly Ontario - suggests that legislation is working."

MCABC feels confident that the importance of and urgency for Prompt Payment Legislation is understood, a result of construction’s collective efforts to lobby for the legislation for many years; the Ministry’s effort to try and introduce it in the 2025 Fall session of the legislature reinforces that recognition.

“MCABC will continue to partner and collaborate with government and other associations and leaders in the construction industry to ensure prompt payment legislation is enacted in B.C.,” says Barbero.  “Certainty is necessary, particularly right now. It remains our priority that payment timelines are established and that there is financial security for workers and stability for employers.”

To read the full statement:https://lnkd.in/gXFxJ3bP

MCABC Welcomes the new Infrastructure Projects Act

MCABC welcomes the recent news the provincial government will introduce the Infrastructure Projects Act to speed up permitting approval processes for new, major infrastructure projects.

NextGen Hits a Home Run!

MCABC's NextGen Board wrapped up NextGen Month with an exciting night of baseball AND the Canadians won!!! 

A very special thank you to the NextGen Chair Scott Kenward, Past Chair Maddie Davidson, and Vice Chair Eddie Vaughn for your ongoing leadership during NextGen month. MCABC is committed to working with the NextGen to promote career paths in the mechanical trades because they are fulfilling, challenging and rewarding financially. 

MCABC 2025 Leadership Conference - Golf, Strategy & Connection— Meet us in Nanaimo

Next month, BC’s mechanical contracting community comes together in Nanaimo for MCABC’s 2025 Leadership Conference, Mechanical Contractors Speak Up: Keeping It On Point—a dynamic two-day gathering built by and for industry leaders, innovators and emerging voices. 

✔️ Expert panels and actionable insights to keep you competitive 

✔️Hot-topic discussions—BIM, permitting, energy transitions, AI, regulatory shifts, product design, efficiency and scope gaps

✔️Exclusive networking with BC’s mechanical contracting industry 

✔️Scenic golf that sets the tone for meaningful connection 

✔️An inspiring coastal setting for fresh thinking 

Golf, Strategy & Connection! 

Tee Off at the Conference: Golf Networking 

Whether you’re up for a full round or just looking to fit in a quick game, MCABC has arranged exclusive tee times for attendees at three of Nanaimo’s top courses—each offering a unique way to connect, recharge and enjoy Vancouver Island’s natural beauty: 

⛳Cottonwood Golf Course – A laid-back, 18-hole par-72 course nestled in the countryside. Known for its beautifully maintained greens and approachable design, it’s a great choice for a relaxed round with colleagues—whatever your experience level. 

⛳Nanaimo Golf Club– A championship-level, 18-hole par-72 course with over 100 years of history. Set on a ridge overlooking Departure Bay, this scenic club features ocean views and immaculately groomed fairways—perfect for players seeking both challenge and beauty. 

⛳️ Pryde Vista Golf Course – A welcoming 9-hole course just minutes from downtown. Compact, casual and surrounded by mature trees, it’s ideal for a short game, a casual warm-up, or a low-key round between sessions. 

Tee times run from Wednesday, June 11 at 10:00 a.m. to Saturday, June 14 at noon, giving you the flexibility to play before or after the conference. It’s a great way to relax, build new connections and take in the island landscape. 

Spots are limited—reserve early! 

THIS IS YOUR LAST WEEK TO SECURE YOUR ROOM AT CONFERENCE PRICING 

**Please note, conference delegates can get a special rate when they book at the Courtyard by Marriot! Just steps away from the Vancouver Island Conference Centre, it’s the best place to stay if you want to be near all the conference activities. The special rate expires on May 10th, time is running out.**

MIRA CONFERENCE SUBSIDIES 

Also, MIRA is offering a subsidy for MIRA members who register and attend the conference, for more info contact cbasco@mcabc.org

Be Seen, Be Connected, Be There. Sponsor or Exhibit. 

Join BC’s mechanical contracting industry at MCABC’s 2025 Leadership Conference, a premier event designed to elevate the industry and showcase the businesses that support it. 

This year’s theme, Mechanical Contractors Speak Up: Keeping It On Point, sets the tone for bold, informed conversations and high-value networking. As a sponsor or exhibitor, your company will be front and center—seen, supported and recognized by the people shaping what’s next. 

If you provide products or services that support the mechanical contracting industry, this is where you need to be. 

Why Sponsor? 

Support the industry—and be seen doing it. Sponsorship puts your brand in front of 150+ mechanical contracting professionals from across BC and positions your company as a leader, not just a participant. 

✔️Elevate your brand and align with innovation, leadership and industry progress 

✔️Gain exposure and recognition during the conference and across MCABC social, digital and print materials 

✔️Join the conversation and network with decision-makers and rising leaders throughout the event 

✔️Demonstrate your commitment to the industry and play a role in shaping what’s next 

Why Exhibit? 

Put your business in front of the people who matter. The MCABC Trade Show is your chance to connect directly with BC’s mechanical contracting decision-makers in a dynamic, approachable setting. 

Exhibitors are positioned at the heart of the conference, with the trade show opening on the first night alongside the Welcome Reception—kickstarting connections that continue throughout the event. 

✔️Showcase your products and services to contractors, engineers, consultants and specifiers 

✔️Engage directly with current and potential customers during the reception and beyond 

✔️Build visibility in a setting designed for open, approachable interaction 

✔️Exhibitor package includes one full delegate pass—so you're part of every session and event 

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER FOR OKANAGAN REGIONAL ROUNDTABLE

Tuesday, May 13 is just around the corner. MCABC’s Regional Roundtables are unique, and they are an opportunity for members to engage directly with the MCABC team on issues related to the mechanical contracting industry. 

This is your last chance to register! Join the conversation, together we are stronger.

STRESS MANAGEMENT 

As May is mental health month, MCABC is offering courses to support the  well-being of the mechanical contracting industry.

Stress management is important and the outcomes from several studies and surveys are consistent: occupational stress has an influence on both employees and the businesses for which they work. 

Date: May 27, 2025 and May 29, 2025 

Time: 6:00 PM - 9:30 PM (UTC) 

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