CCA Updates
Alberta’s renowned Newcomer Entrepreneur Award of Distinction
View Press Release FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NEWCOMER ENTREPRENEUR AWARD OF DISTINCTION RAYNER CONSTRUCTION SERVICES INC. CALGARY, ALBERTA, October 21, 2020 – Alberta’s renowned Newcomer Entrepreneur Award of Distinction, as awarded by the Alberta Chamber of Commerce, recognizes outstanding businesses and entrepreneurial success brought to the province by individuals born outside of Canada. The award serves as acknowledgement for those who have faced and overcome unique industry and economical challenges, while continuing to pave the way for a more meaningful and prosperous Alberta. Tom Rayner, an Australian native, moved to Canada with his wife in 2013, just two years before one...
Government of Alberta introduced Bill 37: Builders’ Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act, 2020.
Yesterday afternoon the Government of Alberta introduced Bill 37: Builders’ Lien (Prompt Payment) Amendment Act, 2020. The CCA supports this legislation and we also appreciate the extent of industry consultation that was sought by Service Alberta during this process and the role we were able to play in this along with other industry associations such as ACA, ATCC etc in providing technical expertise that assisted in drafting this legislation. Full details are included in this release from the Government of Alberta https://www.alberta.ca/release.cfm?xID=74519FEC5460B-DA01-9F9C-F0CD6BBF1B5F40E5
Working outside in the winter: tips for handling the cold
Working outside in the winter comes with a number of unique risks. With temperatures dropping and snow and ice coating the ground, workers need to be extra careful. With additional risks, it’s vital to take appropriate precautions, as both a worker and a manager, to ensure you and your employees remain safe throughout the season. Below we outline some key steps to take to help ensure nothing goes wrong while working outside in the winter. Clothing for outdoor winter work Without the proper clothing, workers open themselves up to risks like frostbite, hypothermia, and freezing of exposed extremities like fingers,...
Vancouver’s Sustainability Initiatives Presentation
Vancouver’s Zero Emissions Buildings Plan Better Buildings Via Collaboration City of Calgary, Sept 2020 2020-09-29 Vancouver’s Sustainability Initiatives Presentation- Sean Pander
2020 Year in Review
This year we have provided an update detailing all the activities and initiatives that we have engaged in over the course of 2020. 2020 Year in Review We truly appreciate all our members and, as we continue to work with the board of directors on the strategic objectives for 2021 and beyond, the focus is on what you will need for the short and long term as we all continue to adapt to the current realities. Our four key strategic pillars are :- Education and Knowledge Advocacy & Influence Events and Networking Access to Opportunities