Edmonton Construction Association

Don't miss our first ever ECA event on the Edmonton Riverboat! We have a special Canadiana themed night planned with live music from The Oddibles and prizes to be won throughout the night, so make sure you come dressed in your best Canadian garb! Thank you to our sponsors: EllisDon OpenCircle United Roofing Inc. ATS Traffic Allegion Tickets are still available on our website at https://lnkd.in/givqW8qN, make sure you get yours before they are gone. #yeglocal #yegevents #edmontonriverboat #construction #networkingevent #skilledtrades

📣BREAKING NEWS: Federal Government launches new Major Projects Office to fast-track nation-building projects The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) welcomes today’s announcement of the Major Projects Office (MPO). This marks a game-changing moment in Canada’s infrastructure journey towards building a stronger Canada. As the voice of Canada’s construction industry, CCA has long been advocating for greater investment in infrastructure and a streamlined approach to major project delivery. The creation of the MPO is a significant step forward in cutting red tape and enabling our industry to deliver projects faster and more efficiently. CCA would also like to congratulate Dawn Farrell on her appointment as the inaugural Chief Executive Officer of the MPO. With her proven leadership and extensive experience in advancing large projects, she is well-positioned to work with industry to create the conditions for success. Canada’s construction industry is ready to collaborate with government to ensure the sector has what it needs to help deliver the nation-building infrastructure Canadians need and deserve. Read the Prime Minister's full statement: https://lnkd.in/gSPpiv65 Mark Carney | #cdnpoli | #infrastructure // 📣DERNIÈRE HEURE : Le gouvernement fédéral lance le nouveau Bureau des grands projets pour accélérer les projets d’envergure nationale. L’Association canadienne de la construction (ACC) salue l’annonce de la création du Bureau des grands projets (BGP). Il s’agit d’un tournant décisif dans le développement des infrastructures, visant à bâtir un Canada plus fort. En tant que porte-parole de l’industrie canadienne de la construction, l’ACC demande depuis longtemps des investissements accrus dans les infrastructures et d’une approche simplifiée pour la réalisation des grands projets. La création du BGP constitue une étape importante vers la réduction des formalités administratives et permet à notre industrie de réaliser des projets plus rapidement et plus efficacement. L’ACC tient également à féliciter Dawn Farrell pour sa nomination au poste de directrice générale du BGP. Forte de son leadership reconnu et de sa vaste expérience dans l’avancement de grands projets, elle est bien placée pour collaborer avec l’industrie afin de créer les conditions gagnantes. L’industrie canadienne de la construction est prête à collaborer avec le gouvernement pour s’assurer que le secteur dispose des ressources nécessaires pour contribuer à la réalisation des infrastructures essentielles, dont les Canadiens ont besoin et méritent. Lisez la déclaration complète du Premier ministre : https://lnkd.in/eCpfQzXi

Time flies when you’re keeping busy. This year, we have blended the ECA’s Q2 and Q3 advocacy updates into a single report to capture all of the activities that have kept the volunteers of your Edmonton Construction Association’s Government Relations and Advocacy Working Group busy this spring and summer. The report is now available on our website under the ECA News section: https://lnkd.in/gFaN87p2 We have maintained our focus on the member priorities of industry competitiveness and investment, fair and transparent procurement, risk‑balanced contracts, and workforce supply issues, but with a bit of a new twist: we’re leaning more on the exceptional talents of the Alberta Construction Association to carry forward our provincial advocacy, and we’re pivoting to election‑readiness in advance of the upcoming municipal campaign in Edmonton. This is a strategic pivot that leverages the gains we’ve made establishing the ECA as a credible and essential stakeholder in provincial policy discussions, and ensures they are reflected in a municipal advocacy narrative that champions construction as necessary to a growing, livable city. All the while, we have increased awareness of the ECA value proposition as a pragmatic, solutions‑oriented convener for government and industry, we have fine-tuned our municipal relationships, and we have maintained focus on our key issues: investment, equitable and transparent procurement, affordability and cost, workforce development, and collaborative delivery models. #governance #ecabuildsyeg #governmentadvocacy #yeg #yegconstruction #skilledtrades

Have you been thinking about developing your leadership skills? This is your last week to sign up for the Emerging Leaders Institute hosted by Results. The Emerging Leaders Institute is a structured multi-day program designed for new and emerging leaders. Why should you attend? -Reduce Risk With engineering and construction talent in high demand, investing in the growth of your emerging leaders is no longer optional. Developing leadership, management, and business skills in your team ensures your company's future is built on a solid foundation of skilled, capable leaders. -Empower Your Team Effective leaders create environments that challenge, motivate, and engage their teams. Explore innovative strategies and tools that foster positive change within your organization. -Manage Relationships Build skills to manage conflict and conduct critical conversations effectively. Learn how to solve interpersonal conflicts, manage emotions, and lead conversations toward a productive outcome. -Individual Development Develop your leadership skills through individual lessons & team exercises. Emerge with your own leadership philosophy and action plan to guide you in achieving personal and organizational success. To register or learn more, visit the ECA website at https://lnkd.in/gtJtk9dZ #emergingleaders #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipskills #training #constructionmanagement #skilledtrades

Ready for back to school? Our 2025 member scholarships for first-year post-secondary students are open! The ECA recognizes the achievements and voluntary work of first-year students every year. There are four $2,500 scholarships available. All applications are due by October 15th. Eligibility Criteria: -Enrolled in your first year in an accredited post-secondary program -25 years old or younger -A Canadian citizen -A legal dependent of a T4 employee of an ECA member firm that has been a member since 2024 or earlier. Apply on our website at https://lnkd.in/gmwavvBX #scholarship #scholarshipsavailable #backtoshool #applynow #postsecondary #ecabuildsyeg

Canada's #Budget 2025 will be an important one. This first federal fiscal plan of the new Carney government will be critical for both Canada’s #economy and the #construction sector that builds its foundations. In its pre-budget submission, the CCA outlined key priorities to support industry resilience and national prosperity. I look forward to seeing how these are addressed in October. You can read our submission here: https://lnkd.in/gw87jH2v #Infrastructure | #Workforce | #CdnPoli | Canadian Construction Association - Association canadienne de la construction https://lnkd.in/gujMrW7M

📣 NEW: The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) released a new bulletin on the impacts of tariffs! Do you use CCDC documents in your work? Are you worried about the impact of tariffs and want practical guidance? Check out this latest bulletin → https://lnkd.in/e6iHFbv5 #CCDC #Tariffs #cdnpoli ______________________________________ 📣 NOUVEAU : Le Comité canadien des documents construction (CCDC) a publié un nouveau bulletin sur les répercussions des droits de douane ! Utilisez-vous les documents du CCDC dans votre travail ? Vous vous inquiétez des répercussions des droits de douane et souhaitez obtenir des conseils pratiques ? Consultez ce dernier bulletin → https://lnkd.in/ejX54b3D