https://youtu.be/xWHN6MWcIu0 The following piece, written by ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson and Business Council of British Columbia Senior VP Ken Peacock, first ran in Business in Vancouver on June 20, 2024. British Columbia is an unusual place for a couple of...
TRAINING THURSDAY: Anxiety & Depression in the Workplace
Kerry and Jordan talk about ICBA’s latest featured course. Anxiety & Depression in the Workplace (Live Online) Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 11-Noon PDT | Free https://icbatraining.arlo.co/w/courses/524-anxiety-depression-in-the-workplace...
ICBA ECONOMICS: Two Decades of Construction Employment in B.C.
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist Employment in the B.C. construction industry is closely tied to developments and trends in the wider economy. The current situation is no exception. As economic growth has slowed in Canada and B.C. since 2022, net job creation...
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #155: Congratulations Class of 2024!
This week, my daughter graduated high school – an achievement marking the culmination of years of hard work and perseverance. As she walked across the stage to receive her diploma, I couldn’t help but be overjoyed and proud of her. Experts tell us that milestones like...
ICBA SUBMISSION: Jock Finlayson speaks on Housing to Parliamentary Committee
On June 13, 2024, ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson presented on housing policies to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills and Social Development and the Status of Persons With Disabilities. For the video, click HERE (Jock speaks at...
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #154: The Lists o’ Summer
My wife is a big listmaker when it comes to summer: things she wants to do, trips, events, parks she wants to visit. Me? Not so much. It’s part of the privilege of living with a listmaker: I don’t have to make one. But as the weather turns nice, I received a list of...
ICBA ECONOMICS: Energy – The Number One Driver of Canada’s Exports to the World
By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist Energy sits at the heart of Canada’s export economy, even though some federal policymakers and provincial governments appear to be discomfited by that fact. In recent years, energy has supplied 20-25% of Canada’s total...
TRAINING THURSDAY: Civil Blueprint Reading
Kerry and Jordan catch up on Kerry’s travels and talk about ICBA’s latest featured course. Civil Blueprint Reading Friday, June 14 | In person | Abbotsford 1 Gold Seal Credit...
WELLNESS WEDNESDAY #153: Sleep and Mental Health
I usually sleep pretty well, but when I don’t… look out! Not surprisingly, sleep and mental health go hand in hand, especially in demanding (and physical) jobs like construction. A bad night’s sleep can leave someone feeling anxious, while stress from work can keep...