TRAINING THURSDAY: Asbestos Abatement Certification
Kerry and Jordan talk about time-sensitive course and change coming to construction – WorkSafeBC has mandated Asbestos Abatement Certification by January 1st. To help get you ready, ICBA is offering four sessions to prepare you for the WorkSafeBC test. Asbestos...ICBA Daily News for September 21, 2023
Our Jordan Bateman gives you the heads-up on mixed government messaging on housing and energy. 🏠 Ah, government – where all too often the right hand doesn’t know what the left hand is doing, and in fact often works at cross purposes. At a time when housing is more...
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #118: Stress Levels Rising
If you’re feeling stressed, you’re not alone: Benefits Canada reports that 38% of Canadians say they are experiencing a high level of stress – up from 27% last year. The survey, which polled more than 1,000 group benefits plan members from across Canada, found those...ICBA Daily News for September 18, 2023
Our Jordan Bateman gives you the heads-up on MP housing hypocrisy, B.C. taxes killing affordability, and a hospital groundfaking. 🏠 There was a fascinating column from Chris Selley in the National Post yesterday, looking at how the Trudeau Liberals are desperately...Follow ICBA on Facebook
We're proud to be part of Merit Canada, working toward a brighter future for 1.1 million Canadian construction professionals.![]()
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Special shout out to our allies in neighbouring provinces:![]()
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👋 Merit Contractors Association Saskatchewan ![]()
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👋 MERIT Nova Scotia ![]()
👋 Merit Ontario
August 9-17 is Elvis Week around the world, and a good time to remind you: Elvis Presley worked as an electrician⚡️ before becoming the King of Rock and Roll🎸.![]()
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Maybe worth seeing if your construction co-workers can sing...
🌲 Forestry is a huge driver for the B.C. economy -- and it's under attack by a government that wants to score points with the eco-activists. We're very wooried about the future of our forest communities.![]()
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Construction flourishes when there is a strong, robust economy. Please take a minute, visit the link below, and add your voice to the call that Forestry Works!
Forestry Works For BC - When ForestryWorks, we all do better
forestryworksforbc.ca
Forestry Works for BC. Learn about economic impact and the role forestry plays in local communities. Discover more with Forestry Works.
Our Chief Economist, Jock Finlayson, has been worried about Canada's slumping per-capita GDP numbers for a while now -- and others are sounding the alarm too 🚨!![]()
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Thanks to Canada Action for demanding our politicians do better, and for pushing them to #get2yes on Canadian natural resources.
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #163: Check out our free webinars![]()
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As part of our ICBA Wellness work, we are pleased to offer the following free webinars this month – click the link to sign up!![]()
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Stress Management![]()
August 14, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (2 hours)![]()
icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/198-stress-management/1458![]()
In this workshop, we will explore the causes of stress and suggest general and specific stress management strategies that people can use daily. ![]()
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Introduction to Emotional Intelligence (EQ) in Construction![]()
August 21, 2024, 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. (1.5 hours) ![]()
icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/558-introduction-to-emotional-intelligence-eq-in-construction-webi...![]()
Join us for our 1-hour Lunch & Learn webinar tailored for construction professionals. Explore how Emotional Intelligence (EQ) can elevate your career, enhance team dynamics, and drive project success. Discover practical strategies to cultivate essential EQ competencies such as self-awareness, self-regulation, motivation, empathy, and social skills—critical for thriving in the construction industry.![]()
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Each week, ICBA’s Jordan Bateman reflects on what we’ve learned as we participate in ICBA’s Workplace Wellness Program. ICBA’s Workplace Wellness Program is helping more than 100 companies and more than 10,000 construction professionals better understand mental health. This program is free for all ICBA members – check out icba.ca/wellness for details.
By any measure, Alberta is an energy powerhouse. In 2023, it produced 85% of Canada’s oil and accounted for three-fifths of the country’s natural gas output. In his latest ICBA Economics update, our Chief Economist, Jock Finlayson, highlights these impressive figures, showcasing Alberta as the beating heart of Canada’s energy sector. ![]()
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But it's not just about fossil fuels! Alberta is making strides in renewable energy, adding significant amounts of renewable power to its grid. With the completion of the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion and innovations in hydrogen and geothermal energy, Alberta's energy future looks bright. 🌱💡![]()
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Capital spending in Alberta’s energy industry hit $29.5 billion last year, driving private sector investment and benefiting the local construction industry. The Alberta Energy Regulator forecasts this to rise to about $40 billion by 2033. 📈🏗️![]()
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Discover more insights from Jock on how Alberta’s dynamic energy landscape is fueling economic growth and supporting high-paying jobs.![]()
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🔗 Read more at www.icbaindependent.ca/2024/08/13/icba-economics-alberta-is-canadas-energy-powerhouse/![]()
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TRAINING THURSDAY: Bluebeam Revu Estimating - Level 1
Kerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s latest featured course, which upgrades knowledge and skills to estimate construction quantities and costs accurately using Bluebeam Revu.
https://icbatraining.ca/training-thursday-bluebeam-revu-estimating-level-1/
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #161: Even GOATs Deal with Mental Health
"We’re not just entertainment, we’re humans and there are things going on behind the scenes that we’re also trying to juggle." - Simone Biles
https://www.icbaindependent.ca/2024/07/31/wellness-wednesday-161-even-goats-deal-with-mental-health/