ICBA OP/ED: Open Shop Leading The Way on Apprenticeships
By Chris Gardner, President, Independent Contractors and Businesses Association When it comes to trades apprenticeships in British Columbia, it is the open shop that is leading the way—sponsoring 82% of all the apprentices in this province according to the Industry...TRAINING THURSDAY: Mental Wellness and Upcoming Project Delivery Methods Course
Our Kerry Vital & Jordan Bateman talk about how we need to #endthestigma on Mental Health (check out icba.ca/letstalk for ICBA courses around that important topic) and our upcoming, three-day Project Delivery Methods – Know Your Responsibilities course....HOWE STREET RADIO: Can Small Business Survive 2021?
Over on Howe Street Radio, our Jordan Bateman joined Jim Goddard to discuss the state of small business and construction during the pandemic. Spoiler: we will be rebuilding our economy for a long time to come....#BCPOLI HOTSTOVE: Oh So Weak, “Just Two More Weeks” Messaging
Maclean and Jordan work through their helplessness, despair, anger, and other tough feelings over Dr. Bonnie Henry’s latest “Two More Weeks” press conference. Plus, how did Adrian Dix miss that LTC report? Why roll out a vaccine plan Friday and claim...TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil Construction Series
Kerry and Jordan are back to discuss some ICBA Training offering around Bell Let’s Talk Day (see icba.ca/letstalk) and our 2021 Civil Construction series: Maintenance and Rehabilitation of Parking Areas – https://icba.simplesignup.ca/7396 Cost Effective...Follow ICBA on Facebook
Gotta say, $10.7 billion would go a long way to opening up flexibility for Canada to survive the Trump tariffs. Great work by The Fraser Institute.![]()
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🔗 www.fraserinstitute.org/studies/identifying-potential-savings-specific-reductions-federal-governm...
We may win at 🏒, but we're losing at 🚢.![]()
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🚨 Concerned about Canada’s economic future? Our ports are struggling—Halifax ranks #95, Montreal #351, Vancouver #363, and Prince Rupert #397 in global standings (out of 405 ports).![]()
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This bottleneck is hurting our construction industry and supply chain. ![]()
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Dive into ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson’s eye-opening analysis to understand the crisis and what we can do: ![]()
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www.icbaindependent.ca/2025/02/24/icba-economics-canadas-faltering-transportation-supply-chain-th... ![]()
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Share this to spark action! #CanadianEconomy #SupplyChain #Ports
Join us tomorrow for a FREE Webinar! icba.ca/win-your-bids![]()
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When an RFP arrives, it's a prime opportunity to distinguish yourself from competitors. Learn how integrating HSE technology into your bid can not only help you win the job but also showcase your company’s commitment to safety and performance. We’ll cover key strategies for addressing safety requirements, avoiding common pitfalls, and presenting a comprehensive pre-plan to impress evaluation teams. ![]()
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Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights into winning bids and showcasing your company's capabilities with the latest in HSE technology. Secure your spot now! Visit icba.ca/win-your-bids
Enbridge CEO Greg Ebel told the Financial Post this weekend that 6 things would be necessary to get Northern Gateway and other vital Canadian energy projects going again -- and ICBA says YES PLEASE! to all six.
Off The Clock Toolbox Talk: tradespodcast.com/discussiongroup![]()
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Join in on the Off the Clock Discussion Group, a casual, online gathering for tradespeople to connect with others who work in the construction industry and go through the same grind, brought to you by ICBA and in partnership with Fraser House Society.![]()
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These one hour weekly meetings take place every Tuesday evening, at 6:30 pm PST / 7:30 pm MST, and will run until the end of June. Each week features different themes related to an Off the Clock Toolbox Talk podcast episode. A big thank you to Crystal Consulting Inc for their support of ICBA Wellness initiatives including the Discussion Group. ![]()
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For more information about the group including the Zoom link and full schedule visit tradespodcast.com/discussiongroup. We hope to have you join us!
Strong families, like great buildings, start with a solid foundation. Happy Family Day to all our outstanding construction professionals in B.C. and Alberta!
