CCA Updates
Lena Hogarth
News Release: Calgary Construction Association Reaffirms Support for Calgary’s Housing Strategy, Calls for Bolstered Public Engagement Policies
NEWS RELEASE – April 22, 2024 Calgary Construction Association Reaffirms Support for Calgary’s Housing Strategy, Calls for Bolstered Public Engagement Policies Calgary, AB– The Calgary Construction Association reaffirms its support of Calgary’s Housing Strategy, and the various mechanisms the City is employing to manage Calgary’s future growth and provide affordable housing options for Calgarians. We recognize that should the City of Calgary proceed with its Municipal Development Plan goal of 50 percent growth in existing communities, rezoning is inevitable. Moreover, according to the City of Calgary’s own data, 95 percent of R-CG applications receive approval: therefore, the existing land-use designation...
CCA Education Fund Committee Trustee Applications Now Being Accepted
There are openings on the CCA Education Fund trustee board and we are seeking applications from employees of CCA member companies who wish to participate in this initiative. Completed applications are due by Monday April, 22nd. Please email completed applications to Lena Hogarth at lenahogarth@cgyca.com Application
Advocacy Update- Q1, 2024
The Calgary Construction Association (CCA) continues its pursuit of meaningful advocacy for our membership and Calgary’s construction industry. As we reflect on the first quarter of 2024, this report captures our dedication and effort in advocating for Calgary’s construction industry. The past months have seen us engage in impactful endeavors, creating new advocacy paths and building on existing ones – all with the goal of engaging our community to build better.
Construction Job Fair & Education Session
On April 13, 2024 from 3-5pm at the Genesis Centre, MP George Chahal will be hosting a construction job fair and education session. Up to 2000 seeking employment in construction and the trades are set to attend. If you are interested in registering click here If you are interested in exhibiting as an employer please contact Frano Cavar- franocavar@cgyca.com or Tammy Amstutz- tammyamstutz@cgyca.com or call 403-291-3350.
Calgary Construction Association Welcomes Historic Investment into Calgary’s Arts Infrastructure by Government of Alberta
FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE: March 22, 2024 Calgary Construction Association Welcomes Historic Investment into Calgary’s Arts Infrastructure by Government of Alberta The Calgary Construction Association welcomes today’s announcement by the Government of Alberta, announcing $103 million in funding over the next seven years towards the transformation of Arts Commons and Olympic Plaza. This investment marks a significant milestone in the enhancement of Calgary’s cultural and recreational infrastructure, while creating hundreds of construction jobs. “As an Association dedicated to advancing excellence in construction, we recognize the importance of robust public spaces and cultural amenities in fostering vibrant communities,” said Bill Black, President...
Calgary Construction Association- Advocacy
At the Calgary Construction Association, our mission statement is “engaging our community to build better”. With this motto in mind, that’s where we put our advocacy efforts to work. In this video, we delve into what advocacy means for our industry and why it’s crucial for Calgary’s growth. From representing our collective voice to shaping policy decisions and driving innovation, advocacy is at the core of our mission. We’re working hard every day to ensure that decision-makers hear your voice. Join us as we explore the importance of advocacy in fostering collaboration, driving innovation, and building a more resilient and vibrant...
City of Calgary- Notice- Temporary Traffic Controls Plan Submissions & Detour Process
2024 – Notice to Customers – Temporary Traffic Control Plan Submissions 2024 Detours Process – Bulletin and FAQs
2023 Construction Industry Snapshot
2023 Construction Industry Snapshot Calgary Construction Association Releases 2023 Construction Industry Snapshot Stats Sheet The Calgary Construction Association has compiled the latest statistics and figures about the state of the construction industry in Calgary and Alberta. Key findings include: 21,317 Building permits were issued by the City of Calgary in 2023 Total building permit value in the City was $5.96B, up 4 percent year over year from 2022 Construction’s direct contribution to Calgary’s GDP was 8.6 percent (not including professional services, insurance, management, etc). Q3 2023 saw 7,560 vacancies in construction and construction management jobs – or roughly 1 in...
2024 CCA Board of Directors Applications are Open
The 2024 CCA Director at Large Applications are now open. Below you will find an Application Notice and a fillable PDF Application form. In order to be considered by the Nominating Committee as part of a recommended slate of Directors at Large, applications must be submitted to the CCA by noon on April 8th. 2024 Director at Large Application Notice Director at Large Application Form 2024
Alberta budget pleases some but not all construction stakeholders
via Journal of Commerce by ConstructConnect GOV’T OF ALBERTA/CHRIS SCHWARZ – Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Finance Minister Nate Horner (above) presented Budget 2024 on Feb. 29 in Edmonton. Some Alberta construction stakeholders are reacting positively to the province’s latest budget announced Feb. 29, but others have a dimmer view. Calgary Construction Association president Bill Black said the budget recognized the need to deal with an ongoing labour shortage, something his organization and others have lobbied for. “The $5,000 incentive added to the ‘Alberta is Calling’ campaign, funding for collegiate schools, funding for the Northern Alberta Institute of Technology’s technical training centre, these...