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Advocacy. Benefits. Training. Wellness. Canada's largest construction association. 4-time Reed Award winner for top North American Trade Association
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Alberta still leads Canada in GDP and income per person – but rapid population growth, infrastructure strain, and fewer start-ups are flashing yellow lights. ICBA Chief Economist Jock Finlayson breaks down the Alberta Prosperity Scorecard and what it means for builders and
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By Jock Finlayson, ICBA Chief Economist Citizens and policymakers in any jurisdiction should be interested in how well the economy is performing. This typically involves keeping tabs on a few...
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We were stoked to support @BobKronbauer as he crowdfunds for his new book about wacky and cool B.C. stuff -- can't wait to read it in 2026!
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The future of construction isn’t just steel and concrete. It’s the hands and minds of the people who show up every day and learn the trade. Let’s make sure financial barriers and mental health struggles never have to stop someone from entering the workforce they’re built for.
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The construction industry carries one of Canada’s highest workplace mental health strain rates. The ICBA Foundation exists to support trades professionals by expanding opportunity for apprentices and championing stigma-free mental health support across the industry. We partner
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They build our schools, hospitals, pipelines, roads and communities. Today, help us strengthen the workers who carry the weight of this industry. Strong bids start with strong teams. Strong teams start with supported people. Visit us at https://t.co/29Qg4gJDp5 to connect with us,
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Work stress? Reset fast. 🧠 Join Bea Rataj for Mindfulness Reset: The Intelligent Body at Work – a free 1-hour workshop for construction pros who lead under pressure. 🗓️ Dec 10 | 11 AM PST 💻 Live Online | Free 👉 https://t.co/KeU4Ebkm84
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On Giving Tuesday, we’re calling on the industry that builds our provinces to help us strengthen the people who build it. Join us in supporting the next generation of skilled trades, and breaking down the stigma around mental health in construction. Visit us at
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Meet the leaders behind the ICBA Foundation. This week on our Q+A series with the ICBA Foundation Board of Directors, we’re featuring Scott Taylor, Western Canada Commercial Manager at Kiewit, as he shares why he serves on the Foundation Board and how the Foundation helps shape
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Meet the leaders behind the ICBA Foundation. We’re back with Part 2 of our Q+A series featuring Lee Holland, Vice President of BC Buildings at Graham Construction and Engineering, sharing his insights on the skilled-worker shortage, advice for young tradespeople, and why
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Reminder before the CleanBC panel pats itself on the back this AM: the NDP government's own analysis shows CleanBC has been 2.5X worse for the BC economy than the worst-case Trump tariff scenario. https://t.co/i4emRljPSO
@VaughnPalmer @RobShaw_BC @keithbaldrey #bcpoli
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Metro doesn’t have a shortage of housing plans or fees – it has a shortage of homes. @icbabc just urged @MetroVancouver directors to STOP treating new housing like an ATM and pause the 2027 DCC hike that will kill more projects and jobs. Our letter 👇 https://t.co/PqcX8rm9yq
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B.C.’s economic slump didn’t start in 2025 -- it began in 2024. Tepid growth, a shrinking private sector, falling investment and exports, and record deficits are all in the mix while government-driven spending masks the damage. ICBA unpacks the numbers and what they mean for
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Strong client relationships = stronger business. 🎓 Customer Service Excellence for Construction Professionals 📅Dec 3–4 | 8:30 AM–12:30 PM PST 💻Live Online | Gold Seal 2 Credits | BC Housing 8 CPDs Learn from Eric Tung how to turn customer service into your competitive edge
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Policy wins don’t just pop off — they happen one bite at a time. 🍴 From fixing Ottawa’s “greenwashing” law to pushing back on CleanBC costs, steel tariffs, and union-only bidding, ICBA is grinding away for open shop builders. Read the update: https://t.co/TG4PS80oA1
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Meet the leaders behind the ICBA Foundation. This week on our Q+A series with the ICBA Foundation Board of Directors, we’re featuring Lee Holland, Vice President of BC Buildings at Graham Construction and Engineering, sharing his perspective on why he serves on the Foundation
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Metro Vancouver’s housing crisis isn’t “fixed” just because sales are slower and some condos look a bit more affordable. Slipping construction starts today = deeper shortage tomorrow. @icbabc's Jock Finlayson (& @KenPeacock14) break it down in @BIVnews: https://t.co/2o5nKLZa8f
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Slower sales and improving condo affordability mask deeper issues as construction starts slip and single-family homes stay out of reach
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