TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying

https://youtu.be/eq8lOYs_QTI Kerry and Jordan, the most multi-dimensional ICBAers you know, talk about our latest featured course. Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying January 27-28, 2025 | Live Online https://icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/596-civil-3d-2024-for-surveying...
ICBA50 #2: Order in the Court!

ICBA50 #2: Order in the Court!

ICBA celebrates 50 years of serving open shop construction this year, and we are looking back every week at some of the significant moments, milestones, and people who helped ICBA become Canada’s largest construction association.   Today, we wind the clock back to...

ICBA50 #1: Intimidation and Anarchy

ICBA50 #1: Intimidation and Anarchy

ICBA celebrates 50 years of serving open shop construction this year, and we are looking back every week at some of the significant moments, milestones, and people who helped ICBA become Canada’s largest construction association. Today, we wind the clock back to the...

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More than 350 people attended this week's Official Opposition breakfast at the BC Natural Resources Forum in Prince George. ICBA was proud to sponsor the event, which featured Conservative Party of BC leader John Rustad make a compelling, strong case for responsible resource development, and getting to yes in B.C. ... See MoreSee Less
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TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil 3D 2024 for SurveyingKerry and Jordan, the most multi-dimensional ICBAers you know, talk about our latest featured course.Civil 3D 2024 for SurveyingJanuary 27-28, 2025 | Live Onlineicbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/596-civil-3d-2024-for-surveyingMissed this one? Check out icba.ca/courses for optionsThis course will equip a surveyor with the basic knowledge that is required to use Civil 3D efficiently in a typical daily workflow. Participants will learn how to import field equipment survey data into a standardized Civil 3D environment. ... See MoreSee Less
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🚧 Did you know? British Columbia's Major Projects Inventory includes 967 projects with a combined potential capital spending of $368 billion.But way less than that will ever be built.In his latest post, ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson delves into the current state and future outlook of B.C.'s construction sector, highlighting the significance of these projects to our economy.With the completion of $100 billion worth of major energy projects, understanding the landscape of upcoming investments is crucial for our industry's growth.🔗 www.icbaindependent.ca/2025/01/14/icba-economics-a-review-of-major-projects-in-british-columbia/ ... See MoreSee Less
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In today's episode of Carole Taylor's Journal on CHEK TV, Carole sat down with our Chris Gardner to discuss the pressing economic challenges facing Canada, particularly in the construction and housing sectors. Chris shared his frustrations with current government policies and offered insights into how these policies are impacting business growth, labor availability, and infrastructure development.Among the highlights:📉 Declining Growth Metrics. Chris expresses concern over Canada’s economic trajectory, noting that the country is experiencing a decline in growth metrics, which affects job creation and infrastructure development. He emphasizes the need for a change in leadership in Ottawa, as the current government policies are not conducive to fostering investment and opportunity.💪 Labour Challenges. Gardner raises the critical question of where the labor force will come from to meet the ambitious housing targets set by the government. He points out that the current rate of home construction is insufficient to meet demand, and without a skilled labor force, the goal of building 400,000 homes annually seems unrealistic.📣 Regulations: Gardner critiques several public policies that he believes are detrimental to the construction industry. He highlights the "greenwashing" bill (Bill C-59), which imposes unfair standards on businesses. Gardner argues that this legislation stifles free speech and limits the ability of businesses to engage in open discussions about energy and environmental policies. He believes that the government’s approach creates a chilling effect on the debate surrounding Canada’s energy future.🛠️ Community Benefit Agreements (CBAs). The conversation then turns to community benefit agreements (CBAs), which Gardner describes as a flawed initiative that restricts access to construction projects. He explains that these agreements require contractors to employ unionized workers, effectively excluding 85% of the construction workforce in British Columbia. Gardner argues that this exclusion leads to inefficiencies and increased costs in public projects, as the government is not utilizing the full pool of available talent.🏠 Infrastructure and Housing Crisis. Gardner emphasizes the urgent need for more housing and infrastructure, pointing out that the current policies are not addressing the housing crisis effectively. He criticizes the lack of coordination between federal, provincial, and municipal governments, which results in disjointed policies that hinder housing supply.💸 Development Cost Charges. Gardner notes that development cost charges for new housing are set to triple, further exacerbating affordability issues. He argues that these charges make it more difficult for developers to build affordable housing, contributing to the housing crisis. ... See MoreSee Less
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TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying

Kerry and Jordan, the most multi-dimensional ICBAers you know, talk about our latest featured course.

Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying
January 27-28, 2025 | Live Online
https://icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/596-civil-3d-2024-for-surveying

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We -- the largest construction association in Canada -- are the first trade/business association in Canada to step forward and endorse @PierrePoilievre. We hope many, many more follow suit.

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