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Statement from the Calgary Construction Association on Undocumented Workers on Calgary Construction Sites
Statement from the Calgary Construction Association on Undocumented Workers on Calgary Construction Sites The Calgary Construction Association (CCA) is aware of recent reports concerning investigations by the Canadian Border Services Agency into potential undocumented workers on local construction sites. We want to be clear: the use of undocumented labour is illegal and unacceptable. It undermines the integrity of our industry, exposes workers to unsafe conditions, and creates unfair competition for legitimate contractors and tradespeople who follow the law. The CCA acknowledges and appreciates the valued contributions that immigrants and newcomers make to Calgary’s construction industry. Many have chosen construction as...
Applications Are Now Open: Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG)
Applications Are Now Open: Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) When the Canada-Alberta Job Grant was cancelled last year, we heard from you loud and clear: Alberta’s businesses need support to train and grow their workforce. We took that message to government — and today, we are pleased to share that applications for the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) are officially open. This is more than a funding program. This is a victory for every employer who believes in building a stronger, more skilled Alberta. Why This Matters for Your Business Invest in Your People: Receive funding for up to 50% of training...
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CCA Workforce Strategies Funding Impact Report
Today, the Calgary Construction Association is proud to launch our Workforce Strategies Funding Impact Report. Since 2024, we’ve invested more than $850,000 into workforce solutions that are helping build a stronger, more resilient construction industry. These initiatives have spanned classrooms, job sites, and communities, each designed to inspire, attract, and support the next generation of builders. Through BLUPrint at TELUS Spark, thousands of young people have been connected to the trades through hands-on science and technology experiences. With the Tailgate Toolkit, we’ve empowered crews across the Calgary region to take action on mental health and wellness in the workplace. Our...
Reminder: Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) is Coming
Reminder: Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) is Coming The Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG) will open for applications in September 2025. Why it matters to your business Covers up to 50% of training costs (maximum $5,000 per employed trainee per year). Covers up to 75% of costs when training an unemployed Albertan (maximum $10,000 per trainee per year). Employers may access up to $100,000 in funding per fiscal year. Act now: Set up your Alberta.ca Organization Account An Alberta.ca Account for Organizations is required to access the CAPG portal. Each staff member user will require their own linked account. Get your...
Easier Submission Process for Commercial Permit Revisions and Resubmissions
Dear Industry members We’re writing to inform you that beginning the evening of June 19, 2025, a new process will be in place to simplify the submission of revisions, resubmissions and inspection documents for commercial building permits through apply.calgary.ca. What is new? Resubmission options are now easier to find: The revision and resubmission option has now been repositioned at the start of the workflow to make it easier to access from the start of the process. Built-in verification has been added: When a permit number is entered, the system now displays the corresponding address and scope of work. This added...