ICBA ECONOMICS: Snapshot of Labour Supply Challenges in the U.S. Construction Industry
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist Over the past few years, the Canadian construction industry has been grappling with labour shortages, escalating payroll costs, and growing numbers of retiring workers. It may come as a small consolation to know that our...TRAINING THURSDAY: Practical Tools for Less Stress and More Joy Over the Holidays
Kerry and Jordan wrap up 2024 with a slight existential crisis about how old they are, how Y2K was a quarter century ago, and (of course!) a look at ICBA’s latest featured course. Practical Tools for Less Stress and More Joy Over the Holidays Tuesday, Dec.17, 2024,...
ICBA OP/ED: B.C.’s Oil and Gas Emissions Cap – A Costly Misstep
The following op-ed, by ICBA VP-Regional Mike Davis, first ran on EnergeticCity.ca on December 11, 2024. When a politician’s ideology blinds them to hard economic truth, it’s everyday people who suffer the most. And Premier David Eby is about to deal a hard blow to...
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #180: A Tip of our Hard Hat to Procore
ICBA Wellness is our mental health initiative, but we know there are a ton of organizations doing great work in this space. Procore, for example. Under the leadership of CEO Tooey Courtemanche, Procore has offered resources, research, support, and continuing HR...Follow ICBA on Facebook
🌍 Did you know? The clean/green economy contributes 3% of Canada’s GDP, employing only 1.7% of workers. Despite ambitious government mandates, it’s not growing as fast as claimed. ![]()
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🚨 Our Jock Finlayson dives deep into the realities of this sector in his latest ICBA Economics post, highlighting the challenges of relying solely on politically-favoured industries. It’s time to focus on policies that reflect the whole economy.![]()
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đź”— Read his full analysis here: www.icbaindependent.ca/2025/01/21/icba-economics-what-is-and-how-big-is-the-clean-green-economy/
Last week in Prince George, ICBA hosted its annual Celebrate the North reception at the BC Natural Resources Forum. More than 350 people dropped by, including BC Official Opposition Leader (and champion for oil and gas) John Rustad.![]()
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Thanks to Black Diamond, Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) and the First Nations LNG Alliance for partnering with us on this great event.
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.
TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying![]()
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Kerry and Jordan, the most multi-dimensional ICBAers you know, talk about our latest featured course.![]()
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Civil 3D 2024 for Surveying![]()
January 27-28, 2025 | Live Online![]()
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This 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.
🔨 ICBA Endorses Pierre Poilievre for Prime Minister! 🇨🇦![]()
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Canada feels broken—but there’s hope on the horizon. Today, ICBA is proud to become the first trade or business association in Canada to endorse Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party of Canada in the next federal election.![]()
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Why? Because construction workers and entrepreneurs deserve a government that gets things done. From tackling housing affordability to cutting red tape and unleashing Canada’s potential, Pierre Poilievre has the common-sense plan to fix what’s broken.![]()
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“Canada once built world-class infrastructure with speed and purpose,” said ICBA President Chris Gardner. “Pierre Poilievre understands that we need to streamline approvals, reduce unnecessary costs, and unleash the power of Canada’s workers and entrepreneurs.”![]()
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It’s time for action. Learn more about our endorsement and how we’re standing up for Canada’s future.![]()
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News release: www.icbaindependent.ca/2025/01/16/news-release-icba-endorses-pierre-poilievre-and-his-vision-for-... ![]()
Chris Gardner’s National Post op/ed on why we’re taking this bold stand: www.icbaindependent.ca/2025/01/16/endorsing-pierre-poilievre/![]()
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#ICBAForPoilievre #cdnpoli #CanadaStrong #LeadershipMatters #ConstructionLeadership
ICBA OP/ED: Why ICBA is Endorsing Pierre Poilievre
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The following op-ed by Chris Gardner, ICBA President and CEO, first ran in the National Post on January 16, 2025. If you feel Canada is broken, you are not alone. Last year, ICBA polled British Columb...Tweet ICBA!
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, where @Conservative_BC leader @JohnRustad4BC make a compelling case for resource development, and getting to yes in B.C.
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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