NEWS RELEASE: ICBA Wins North American Trade Association of the Year
VANCOUVER – The Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) has won six prestigious Reed Awards, including being named the 2019 North American Trade Association of the Year, at a ceremony last week in Austin, Texas. “This is a tremendous honour and...TRAINING THURSDAY: ICBA’s Blueprint Reading Courses
Reading blueprints is an essential skill in construction! We want to give you a solid foundation in this fundamental skill with our upcoming workshops. Our next Introduction to Blueprint Reading course is in Abbotsford on March 20; you’ll learn how to read sets of...NEWS RELEASE: Economic Winter is Coming to B.C., but NDP Budget Ignores Warning Signs: ICBA
VICTORIA – As economic storm clouds gather on the horizon, the NDP Government’s 2019/20 B.C. Budget offers nothing to help construction and responsible resource development companies prepare for any looming downturn. It also adds red tape and more costs for employers,...
NEWS RELEASE: ICBA Vindicated by Voters’ Rejection of Prop Rep
Today’s announcement by Elections BC that proportional representation has been rejected by voters is good news for British Columbia, according to the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA). “The entire process was rigged by the NDP Government in...Follow ICBA on Facebook
🎄✨ Merry Christmas from all of us at ICBA! ✨🎄![]()
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As we reflect on 2024, we’re grateful for the hardworking people in the construction industry who build and shape our communities. Your dedication inspires us every day.![]()
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Wishing you and your loved ones a season filled with joy, warmth, and relaxation. Here’s to a bright and prosperous 2025! 🎅🔨🎁![]()
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(Video is from our 2024 ICBA staff Breakfast with Santa!)
Merry Christmas!![]()
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A huge gift is coming for trades apprentices in 2025 – the launch of the ICBA Foundation!![]()
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This is a new charity dedicated to helping trades apprentices get their Red Seals and supporting mental wellness in construction. It will build on our half-century of work with the trades, and our position as B.C.’s single largest sponsor of apprentices.![]()
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The ICBA Foundation, a separate entity from ICBA and ICBA Benefits, is the embodiment of our values of training excellence, supporting mental health, and developing the next generation of tradespeople.![]()
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The ICBA Foundation is all about Building Stronger Futures.![]()
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Learn more about the Foundation—and how you can make a difference in construction at www.icbafoundation.ca.
Santa's elves have nothing on the ICBA's team beloved Christmas Craft Corner tradition -- 8 years and counting!
When it comes to getting our ICBA office ready for Christmas, our team goes all-out!
📉 Canada's Economic Outlook for 2025-26 📈![]()
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Jock Finlayson, ICBA's Chief Economist, projects a modest real GDP growth of 1.2% for Canada in 2024, down from 1.5% in 2023. 2025 looks to return to 1.5% -- unless President Trump makes good on his tariff threats.![]()
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With the Bank of Canada lowering its policy interest rate from 5.0% to 3.25% by December 2024, there's a glimmer of hope for economic stabilization.![]()
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Stay informed with Jock's in-depth, 2025-26 Economic Forecast, including analysis on Canada, B.C., and Alberta. ![]()
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Spoiler alert: we're not in great shape, and a US tariff war would crush us.
ICBA ECONOMICS: 2025-26 Forecast
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By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist As a new year beckons, Canadian policymakers and business leaders find themselves staring at an unsettled economic landscape that renders the task of forecastin...
‼️ BC’s Economy in 2025: Big Challenges Ahead!![]()
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ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson breaks down the economic hurdles B.C. is set to face in the coming year in his latest op-ed on Business in Vancouver.![]()
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📉 What’s at stake?![]()
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- Potential trade disruptions with the U.S., affecting $40+ billion in exports.![]()
- Reduced immigration targets slowing population and labor force growth.![]()
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👉 Read Jock’s full analysis at the link below.![]()
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At ICBA, we’re committed to supporting construction companies and helping them prepare for what’s next. Help us shape the conversation by joining us - details at icba.ca.![]()
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ICBA OP/ED: B.C.’s government will face extraordinary economic challenges in 2025
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The following piece by ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson first appeared in Business in Vancouver on Dec. 19, 2024. As the clock ticks down on a turbulent 2024, Premier David Eby and his recently ins...Tweet ICBA!
🇨🇦 Canada's economy is struggling, and we're nervous.
We see housing starts staying close to recent levels (but not growing) and business investment remaining sluggish.
Read Jock Finlayson's 2025-26 forecast for more insights on Canada, BC & Alberta.
https://www.icbaindependent.ca/2024/12/19/icba-economics-2025-26-forecast/