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Debunking myths about developing B.C.’s natural resources by Philip Cross

by ICBA | Apr 23, 2014 | ARTICLES & OPINIONS

Resource Works, a new B.C.-based think-tank, recently released a study that explodes some commonly-held myths about natural resources and B.C.’s economy. The study used Statistics Canada’s Input/Output Accounts to trace the direct and indirect impacts that an...

In response to the LNG Working Group recommendations

by ICBA | Apr 4, 2014 | ARTICLES & OPINIONS

It’s refreshing to see the labour movement embrace economic development and the prosperous opportunities a new Liquefied Natural Gas industry offers. This report recognizes that the labour movement is prepared to join with B.C. business community and open shop...

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There's nothing more popular than a tax on someone else -- but is the speculation tax actually achieving the goal of making housing more affordable? ... See MoreSee Less

Is the Speculation Tax working? Depends who you ask. - The Orca

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New data on B.C.’s speculation tax continues to fuel debate...
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#BellLetsTalk Day is coming up Jan. 28, and ICBA is proud to support initiatives like this one, which open up much-needed conversations about mental health.

Check out icba.ca/letstalk for a list of ICBA Training live webinars on mental health and dealing with issues like stigma, bullying, discrimination, anxiety and more.

This year, let’s talk about mental health, let’s get equipped, and let’s make a difference.
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ICBA WORKPLACE WELLNESS: Bell Let's Talk Day 2021

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January 28, 2021, is Bell Let's Talk Day, a remarkable initiative where Canadians pause to discuss mental health. This spring, ICBA will launch a new Workplace Wellness Program -- where members can ge...
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Independent Contractors and Businesses Association of BC

January 28th is Bell Let's Talk Day, and mental health is front and centre in many conversations. Kerry and Jordan look at two upcoming ICBA Training live webinars on the topic:

Understanding Brain Circuitry - Why All The Stigma? -- Jan. 22
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The Wellness Series: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Health Issues in the Workplace -- Jan. 29
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All of us in BC should really, really, really, really hope BC's oil and gas investment bounces back. Our economy desperately needs it. ... See MoreSee Less

CAPP projects $1 billion increase in BC upstream investment

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CAPP forecasts modest recovery in Canadian oil and gas upstream in 2021
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For the first time since the October 2018 municipal election, North Vancouver District Council actually approved two residential developments.

Even more shocking, one of them is rental -- the first purpose-built rental to be approved in that municipality in 17 years.
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North Van District approves 481 units in two major developments

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'We’re catching up on decades and decades of disinvestment in rental housing.'
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👏 Thank you for standing up for the democratic right to a secret ballot, Greg Kyllo! ... See MoreSee Less

SOUND OFF: The premier’s mission to legalize peer pressure

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THIS PAST FALL, British Columbians from all corners of our province - myself included - headed to the polls to...
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Although half of workers have experienced or witnessed bullying, policies and laws dealing with it are far less prevalent. Our Bullying in the Workplace webinar Feb 10 will answer your questions about how to protect your staff. Register now: http://ow.ly/JBAF30rsF5n

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For more than 45 years, the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) has been the voice of B.C.’s construction industry.

Today, ICBA represents more than 3,000 members and clients, is one of the leading third-party providers of group health and retirement benefits in B.C., and the single largest sponsor of trades apprentices in the province. ICBA undertakes public policy research, advocacy initiatives, and provides training focused on the construction sector and responsible resource development.

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