After a too-long ramble about government IT and iPads, ICBA’s Jordan Bateman and TheOrca.ca’s Maclean Kay settle in to discuss Kevin Falcon’s op-ed, how the BC Liberals can pivot to being allowed (by media and public) to credibly critique some NDP policies, and how happy the CPC should be to see Derek Sloan turfed out of the party.
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We are saddened to hear that our old friend, and great Canadian, Rex Murphy passed away. Rex was a true character -- and a man OF character -- who loved this country dearly.![]()
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His wit, wisdom and writings led ICBA to work with him several times -- bringing him across B.C. to speak to our contractors and business owners. He was always outstanding, blending his brilliance and humour in the way only he could. And no one stood up for everyday Canadians and the natural resource sector like Rex did.![]()
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Thank you for everything, Rex. Be sure to tell St. Peter all about Peckford's stupid hydroponic cucumber plan (IYKYK).
✅ The completion of the $34 billion Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project marks a milestone for both the country and the Western Canadian oil industry – Canada’s number one generator of export earnings. ![]()
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đź‘·Since 2017, almost 30,000 people have worked on the project, which will triple the volume of oil that can be moved on the expanded pipeline and give Canada a much-needed outlet to sell into offshore markets.![]()
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💰 The hefty capital spending on TMX was divided between Alberta and B.C. Now that it’s finished, it is timely to ask about the outlook for other major project investment -- and there's $150 billion in the works for Alberta alone.![]()
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đź“ť ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson digs into the numbers at icbaalberta.ca/blog/
#TFW your #Canucks come back from down 4-1 to SHOCK the heavily favoured Edmonton Oilers to win Game 1 of the Stanley Cup quarterfinal...
TRAINING THURSDAY: Bringing Suicide out of the Shadows![]()
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After discussing the success of last weekend’s ICBA Gala, Kerry and Jordan talk about World Mental Health Week and ICBA’s upcoming featured workshop.![]()
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Bringing Suicide out of the Shadows (Live Webinar)![]()
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Friday, May 31, 2024 | 11AM to 12:30PM Pacific![]()
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Every year, approximately 4500 Canadians die of suicide. Each day, 250 Canadians attempt suicide and 12 Canadians die. What is alarming is that construction workers have suicide rates that are 65% higher than other industries. Many factors and circumstances – trauma, addiction, depression, isolation, financial woes, serious physical illness, and major life changes can contribute to someone ending their life, not just mental illness.![]()
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In this 90-minute workshop, tailored to the construction industry, participants will learn about the prevalence and risk of suicide amongst our peers. We will learn what you can do if you are concerned about yourself, or someone you know. We will discuss how to cope if someone you know dies of suicide and will direct you to valuable resources.![]()
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WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #149: Mental Health Week 2024![]()
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This Mental Health Week (May 6-12, 2024), ICBA reaffirms our commitment to enhancing mental wellness in the construction industry. ![]()
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Our award-winning ICBA Wellness program focuses on creating a supportive environment where mental health is a priority, recognizing the unique challenges faced by construction workers. By working with our members to build work sites that value mental wellbeing and fights against stigma, ICBA is committed to long-term change. For more details on our initiatives, please click HERE. And remember: ICBA Wellness is free for all our member companies!![]()
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Every month, we host free mental health-related webinars for our members. May has two sessions:![]()
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May 9, 2024, 11AM to Noon Pacific ![]()
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Suicide Awareness and Prevention in the Construction Industry![]()
We delve into the key aspects of suicide prevention, particularly tailored for the construction industry.![]()
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May 31, 2024, 11AM to 12:30PM Pacific ![]()
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Bringing Suicide out of the Shadows![]()
Learn about the prevalence and risk of suicide in the construction industry. Find out what you can do if you are concerned about yourself, or someone you know, and discuss how to cope if someone you know dies of suicide.![]()
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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.
Our Jock Finlayson digs into the BC Government's latest employment projections for the construction industry.![]()
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TL;DR -- Now is an *incredible* time to get into construction!
ICBA ECONOMICS: Focus on B.C. Construction Labour Supply & Demand
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By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Economics The availability and cost of qualified workers is a day-to-day concern for many ICBA members as well as for the construction industry generally. As a large and founda...Tweet ICBA!
We are saddened to hear that our old friend, and great Canadian, Rex Murphy passed away. Rex was a true character -- and a man OF character -- who loved this country dearly.
His wit, wisdom and writings led ICBA to work with him several times -- bringing him across B.C. to speak