CCA Updates
CCA Office is open to public
The CCA Office is now open to the public with updated hours. Monday-Thursday 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM Fridays 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM We will continue to offer virtual Stat Dec signing and sending documents/seals by Canada Post. COVID-19 guidelines and restrictions will be in effect. *While wearing a mask is not mandatory it would be appreciated if one is worn while in the office.
Show us your community Stampede spirit
Although the Calgary Stampede may look quit a bit different this year we still want you to show us your community Stampede spirit!! The Calgary Construction Association wants you to send us a picture of your team dressed in your best Stampede attire for your chance to win a great prize. Working remotely? No problem…send us a group screenshot of your virtual meeting! Please send your pictures to mail@cgyca.com no latter then July 10th! Keeping the Spirit Alive! Make sure to check out the Calgary Stampede events happening here.
New CCA guide updates advice on bid conflicts
via Daily Commercial News by ConstructConnect By Don Wall New CCA guide updates advice on bid conflicts The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has issued a revised guide to dealing with problematic contract conditions that focuses on collaborative solutions rather than provoking standoffs with owners, explains the association’s president. An Association Guide to Dealing with Onerous Contract Conditions, released May 15, is intended to assist CCA partner associations during the bidding process. CCA president Mary Van Buren explained the update was timely given that project bidding is expected to enter a complex new era as owners attempt to incorporate the complications...
Kenney announces plan for economic recovery
via CTV News By Bill Macfarlane Kenney announces plan for economic recovery CALGARY — Premier Jason Kenney announced an economic stimulus plan Monday intended to lift Alberta out of the financial ditch created by the COVID-19 pandemic. The plan includes $10 billion in infrastructure spending, which the government says will create 50,000 jobs in the coming months. Other measures include cutting the general business tax rate from 10 per cent to 8 per cent starting on Wednesday. That portion of the plan will forgo as much as $300 million in revenue in order to generate a projected $13 billion in...
PCL Construction a Double CCA Award Winner!
This week we are sharing an update from another one of CCA’s long time supporters. Their commitment to CCA and to the industry over the years is unmatched and it is a great pleasure to be able to join others in recognizing them. The Canadian Construction Association Awards recognized PCL for TWO of their National Awards for 2019. PCL was awarded the Excellence in Innovation award, along with the Environmental Achievement award. Congratulations and best wishes for continued success in the future. ENGAGING COMMUNITY TO BUILD BETTER Click below read about the projects that led to these national awards!
Canadian Construction Association- Survey on how COVID-19 has impacted operations and finances
To better advocate on the construction industry’s behalf, Canadian Construction Association has compiled a survey on how COVID-19 has impacted operations and finances. Please complete the survey to help them gain insight on the impact of COVID-19: https://bit.ly/2V9U8Yx