Gold Seal Certification program is changing The Gold Seal Certification program certifies estimators, foremen, owner’s construction managers, project managers, safety practitioners and superintendents working in, or with, Canada’s non-residential construction industry. When…
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Stantec and HDR selected to design new Vancouver hospital
A design-build team of HDR, PCL Construction, and Stantec will work to create the new St. Paul’s Hospital Project in Vancouver, B.C. Photo courtesy HDR/Stantec HDR in collaboration with Stantec were selected…
The Construction Research Network
“From Insight to Job Site” British Columbia boasts a national reputation for large buildings and infrastructure projects. But while we build projects “by the book,” we don’t often write new ones. Like…
New and updated CCDC Documents – available now
*same price as the 2008 edition* This 2020 edition of CCDC’s flagship document features some important and well-needed changes, including a new approach towards payment legislations, the addition of provisions addressing early…
City of Vancouver’s VanMap is Being Replaced
Have you had a chance to try out the City of Vancouver’s new VanMap? This version has better performance (faster) and works on mobile phones. If you have used Legacy VanMap in…
Webinar discusses stress, anxiety management
VRCA members can access a recorded webinar on stress and anxiety management during COVID-19. The video recording will only be available through the end of October 30. This session provides attendees with…
Industry leaders to discuss mental health
The last session of the 5 Part Virtual Summit included in the Psychological Support Toolkit for Employees and Employers: COVID-19 will be streamed on Thursday, Oct. 29. It will feature an industry…
Federal government extends SR&ED tax credit filing dates
The Canadian government has extended the deadline for businesses to file claims for Scientific Research and Experimental Development (SR&ED) investment tax credits. What does the extension mean for Canadian construction companies? Not…
New Member Relationship Manager joins VRCA team
We are excited to announce that effective October 19, Joe Vales will be VRCA’s new Member Relationship Manager! In his position, Joe will be the daily point of contact for members and…
From Insight to Job Site: The Construction Research Network
British Columbia boasts a national reputation for large buildings and infrastructure projects. But while we build projects by the book, we don’t often write new ones. Like all industries, construction must evolve…