CCA Updates
Construction of Cancer Centre in Calgary on budget and on time
via Today Ville By Duane Rolheiser From the Province of Alberta Calgary Cancer Centre creates jobs in Calgary The Calgary Cancer Centre is creating more than 8,770 well-paying construction and construction-related jobs in the Calgary region. This project is one of the largest job creators in Alberta and a key part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan to build and create jobs. Construction continues to be on budget and on time despite the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. “Thank you to the construction workers who have closely followed COVID-19 guidelines to keep everyone safe, job sites open and this important...
ACA Comments on New OHS & WCB Legislation
via Alberta Construction Association View Bill 47 The Government of Alberta introduced today Bill 47: Ensuring Safety and Cutting Red Tape Act. Upon initial review, Alberta Construction Association supports many of the proposals of the Bill: Occupational Health and Safety proposals Added ACA’s recommended definition of a construction worksite Increase flexibility on multi-employer work sites with more than 20 workers by requiring prime contractors to have an OHS contact on-site to liaise with workers and employers on health and safety matters in lieu of a Health and Safety Committee. Maximize flexibility in OHS programs by removing most prescriptive requirements in...
Year End Celebration Video
There may have been a lot of negatives this year, but lets not forget to remember the good and exciting things that did happen! As we move into the holiday season CCA is asking that you share with us your stories, video clips, photos, etc. of the good and exciting things that happened in 2020. This includes not only professional, but also personal stories and celebrations. CCA would like to compile these great moments into a 2020 video clip! The more creative, the better….you can even send us your team Christmas JibJab card! We truly look forward to hearing about...
ACA Member Advisory: Prompt Payment
via Alberta Construction Association The Government of Alberta passed November 4th amendments to Bill 37: Builders’ Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act, 2020. These amendments addressed some of ACA’s concerns. Alberta Construction Association supports legislative changes which: Mandate progressive release of holdback – amendment calls for mandatory progressive release Extend the length of the period of liens protection – Bill 37 extends to 60 days Mandate a set length for payment timelines – amendment mandates 28 / 7/ 7 regime Mandate adjudication to resolve payment disputes – Bill 37 mandates adjudication ACA appreciates the opportunity to provide technical expertise to assist in drafting future regulations to implement the...
Calgary to receive $24.6 million from federal government for affordable housing projects
via Calgary Herald By Stephanie Babych FILE – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tours an affordable housing unit in Calgary, on Thursday November 22, 2018. PHOTO BY LEAH HENNEL /Postmedia The City of Calgary will receive $24.6 million for affordable housing projects through the federal government’s new housing initiative announced Tuesday.Prime Minister Justin Trudeau introduced the Rapid Housing Initiative, which is meant to support communities in their goals of ending chronic homelessness across the country. The $1-billion plan is offering $500 million directly to Canada’s largest cities and another $500 million to projects that submit applications through the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp....
Buildings Week- Exclusive Offer
Special CCA Member Discount to participate in Buildings Week � Register Now! November 30 � December 4, 2020 | Virtual Event The pandemic has made it difficult for companies to connect, meet or network. This year, BUILDEX Alberta and The Buildings Show are coming together to provide a national platform that virtually connects more than 70,000 design, construction and real estate professionals across Canada at Buildings Week, November 30 – December 4, 2020. Powered by Buildings Canada and Informa Connect, Buildings Week offers high quality content, targeted networking and new business opportunities, at your convenience. The virtual event experience offers innovative features not possible from the in-person...