Journal of Commerce | Evan Saunders | May 3, 2023 The writ is dropped and the gloves are off. Prominent members of the Alberta construction sector are pushing back on NDP Leader Rachel Notley’s support of “B.C.-style” community benefit agreements (CBAs) and her disapproval of double breasting as the May 29 general election approaches. Paul de…

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WorkSafeBC will be holding a virtual public hearing on proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. The virtual public hearing will be streamed live on May 9, 2023, in two sessions. The first will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the second from 3 to 5 p.m. View the public hearing live from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. View the public hearing live from…

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WorkSafeBC The WorkSafeBC Board of Directors has appointed Allan Seckel as WorkSafeBC’s first fair practices commissioner.   The commissioner role was introduced as part of Bill 41, which received Royal Assent in November 2022. His function will be to investigate complaints by employers, workers, and dependants of workers regarding alleged unfairness in their dealings with WorkSafeBC. The commissioner…

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Just a reminder that WorkSafeBC is holding: This consultation phase is an opportunity to provide feedback, which will be carefully reviewed, before the proposed amendments are finalized. Materials for the proposed amendments and policy item, as well as instructions on how to provide feedback and participate at the public hearing, can be viewed by clicking…

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WorkSafeBC has an updated webpage and short video to draw attention to the updated workplace status policy. The content is intentionally very general. The primary intention is to ensure an employer who may have hired someone who was previously considered a “labour contractor” under the old policy (or a contractor who may have been told…

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The NearZero2 program is a research program with generous compensation payments for Part 9 projects (single-family dwellings, townhouses, duplexes, etc.) located in the City of Vancouver. Participants who are able to reduce embodied emissions below the baseline of 200 kg CO2e/m2 will receive generous compensation (up to $40,000!) in exchange for sharing information and lessons…

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DCN-JOC News Services | May 1, 2023 At the beginning of every May, Canadians participate in the Canadian Mental Health Association’s (CMHA) Mental Health Week. This year there is a focus on sharing our stories, which is part of the mental health care we all need. “Stories help build connections and strong communities. Storytelling, in all its…

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Journal of Commerce | Nav Malhotra | April 28, 2023 Workplace injuries cost 30 construction workers their lives in 2021. That’s one worker every 12 days. As we do every year, we will stand in silence on the National Day of Mourning April 28 to remember these construction workers and all the other workers who went…

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We remember the 181 B.C. workers that lost their lives in 2022. On April 28, workers, families, and employers will gather at commemorative ceremonies across the province to honour the 181 B.C. workers who lost their lives last year due to workplace injury and disease. When you lose a loved one, the pain never goes…

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Journal of Commerce | DCN-JOC News Services  | April 20, 2023 VICTORIA – Dozens of events are being held across British Columbia and Western Canada for the National Day of Mourning on April 28. The Day of Mourning was established as a national observance in 1991 to remember workers who either died or were injured in…

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Fueled by our passion for progressing the industry and advancing BC’s new and existing infrastructure, the 2023 MCABC Conference will explore what it takes to be at the forefront of change.  MCABC is honoured to be partnering with The Pettricrew Group of BMO Wealth Management. This team of investment advisors is lead by Elizabeth Petticrew, named one…

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MCABC VANCOUVER, BC: April 12, 2023: A first-of-its-kind partnership has been created between the Mechanical Contractors Association of British Columbia (MCABC) and She Summits, an organization that empowers and supports the personal development of women. Representing 10 of the province’s construction trades, MCABC is committed to driving diversity and encouraging equity workplaces in the mechanical contracting industry….

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April 14, 2023 Construction incident summaries are based on information obtained as soon as possible after the incidents: they are preliminary and subject to change. Details have been edited to protect workers’ privacy. See additional summaries online. Injury Type: Injury to head, concussion Core Activity: Steep slope roofing Location: Vancouver Island/Coastal B.C. Date of Incident: 2023-Mar ID Number: 2023155270009 A roofing…

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Journal of Commerce | April 14, 2023 On this episode of The Construction Record Podcast, digital media editor Warren Frey speaks with both Vancouver Island Construction Association CEO Rory Kulmala and British Columbia Construction Association president Chris Atchison about BC Construction Month, upcoming conferences and the state of the British Columbia construction industry. In our…

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WorkSafeBC Our Policy, Regulation and Research Department is requesting feedback on proposed amendments to Part 6, Substance Specific Requirements, sections 6.133 to 6.167 — Combustible Dusts, of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. The consultation phase gives stakeholders an opportunity to share feedback before the proposed amendments are taken to public hearing. View the proposed regulatory…

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WorkSafeBC will be holding a virtual public hearing on proposed amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. The virtual public hearing will be streamed live on May 9, 2023, in two sessions. The first will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and the second from 3 to 5 p.m. Further information on how to view or participate in the virtual public hearing will…

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WorkSafeBC Our Policy, Regulation and Research Department is releasing a discussion paper and draft policy on asbestos abatement licensing. In March 2022, the British Columbia Legislature passed Bill 5 to introduce certification and licensing requirements in the Workers Compensation Act for managing asbestos abatement work. At issue is the addition of a new policy item in the Prevention…

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BC Construction Month events: Head over to our Instagram page to join the BC Construction Month giveaway! https://www.instagram.com/bccwitt/ BCCWITT Instagram contest giveaway!  BCCWITT presenting at Free to Grow in Forestry virtual workshop Free to Grow in Forestry Initiative is hosting a FREE educational virtual workshop on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion – Allyship! BCCWITT Executive Director Karen…

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The Steps for Life event is held annually in communities all across Canada to raise awareness for preventing workplace tragedy and funds raised go to support programs for families who have been affected by workplace incidents.  The event is a 5 km walk where people come out from all walks of life and from all…

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Journal of Commerce | Peter Caulfield | March 28, 2023 Donna Grant loves being president of the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA). “I couldn’t be more excited,” said Grant. “As an essential service that has demonstrated its resilience during the pandemic, the construction industry is vital to the Lower Mainland.” Grant said she followed “a unique…

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