ICBA’s Jordan Bateman interviewed our new Chief Economist, Jock Finlayson, on the Q1 fiscal report delivered by Finance Minister Katrine Conroy for British Columbia and the impact of legislation C-69 on Alberta’s resource and infrastructure projects....
Kerry and Jordan chat about ICBA’s featured course this week. Employment Standards Refresher Live online Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2023 | 9-10:30AM PDT https://icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/85-employment-standards-refresher Missed this one? Check out icba.ca/courses...
Our Jordan Bateman gives you the heads-up on TMX and oil production, BC NDP refusing to refund small business owners, and more verbal sparring between Danielle Smith and Justin Trudeau. 🛢 Deloitte has a new report out on the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion and makes...
In case you missed it, a couple of news items featuring ICBA’s Chris Gardner: Chris was in the Peace recently, and spoke at the Fort St. John & District Chamber of Commerce AGM. His message: “This country is anti-investment, anti-business,...
Our Jordan Bateman gives you the heads-up on CMHC’s latest housing analysis, Alberta’s latest skirmish with the Trudeau Government, and innovation concerns. 🏠 Got a spare trillion dollars laying around? That’s what CMHC says it will take to restore housing...
Ipsos just put out a global poll, looking at health concerns around the world, and mental health is now the number one concern globally, with Canada ranking among the top countries expressing this worry. Specifically, 61% of Canadians identify mental health as one of...
Join us for a FREE Webinar! icba.ca/win-your-bidsWhen 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. ... See MoreSee Less
We may be #1 in apprenticeship sponsorships in B.C., but we're not sitting on our big lead. As part of our 50th anniversary year, ICBA has launched the ICBA Foundation (www.icbafoundation.ca) to further empower apprentices in B.C. with bursaries and other support!#openshopapprenticesweek... See MoreSee Less
TRAINING THURSDAY: CCDC & CCA Standard Contract DocumentsKerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s 3rd Annual Red Seal Graduation Dinner and this week’s featured course.CCDC & CCA Standard Contract DocumentsFebruary 12-14, 2025 | Live online3 CCA Gold Seal credits & 8 BC Housing CPD pointsicbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/610-ccdc-cca-standard-contract-documents/2860Missed this one? Check out icba.ca/coursesIn the fast-paced world of Canadian contracting, having the right agreements in place is essential. That’s where standardized contract forms come in—they help contractors, project owners, and subcontractors create clear, effective agreements and manage project obligations with ease.This in-depth course will walk you through the must-know documents developed by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) and the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC)—the gold standard for construction contracts in Canada. With 48 essential documents available, understanding when and how to use them can save you time, money, and potential disputes down the line.What You'll Learn:✅ Key contract types: Stipulated price, unit price, cost-plus fee, construction management, and design-build agreements✅ Essential forms: Statutory declarations, pre-qualification forms, and more✅ Who uses what: CCA documents for contractor-subcontractor relationships, CCDC documents for contractor-owner agreements✅ Best practices for drafting, interpreting, and managing contracts effectivelyWhether you're a contractor, project manager, or construction professional, this course will give you a strong foundation in construction contracts—so you can negotiate and manage agreements with confidence!📅 Sign up now and take your contract knowledge to the next level! 🚀 ... See MoreSee Less
Our Chris Gardner sat down with CHEK News's Carole Taylor earlier this month to lament the lack of investment coming into Canada these days -- which is the fault of the Trudeau and Eby Governments' ridiculous red tape and anti-entrepreneur policies. ... See MoreSee Less
Carole Taylor's Journal is a public affairs dialogue that digs deep into the most pressing issues of our times. For more, see our website at www.carol...
ICBA is proud to sponsor more Indigenous apprentices than any other group in B.C. It's all part of building the next generation of construction professionals!#openshopapprenticesweek... See MoreSee Less
We may be #1 in apprenticeship sponsorships in B.C., but we're not sitting on our big lead.
As part of our 50th anniversary year, ICBA has launched the ICBA Foundation (http://www.icbafoundation.ca) to further empower apprentices in B.C. with bursaries and other support!…