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CCA Weekly - December 18, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Transition to Permanent Residence for Skilled Workers to Become Faster
Economy
Into the Looking Glass – What Could 2013 Bring for Canada’s Construction Industry?
Procurement
Defence Construction Canada Announces Revised Procurement Code of Conduct
Innovation and Technology
Is Construction Ready for Electronic Procurement?
Infrastructure
Canadian, US Cities Sound Similar Notes on Infrastructure Funding
Standard Documents
Stephen Bauld in DCN: The Strength of Standard Documents
CCA News
Christmas Time, Boogie Time?
CCA Weekly - December 11, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
CCA Pleased New Federal Skilled Trades Program Will Provide Fast and Flexible Immigration System
Skilled Foreign Workers Are Vital to the Construction Industry
Innovation and Technology
Canada Needs Risk Takers to Increase Productivity
BIM and Infrastructure Construction
Infrastructure
Poor Roads Puts Jobs, Economic Development at Stake
Canadian Infrastructure and Green Building Mission
Economy
Building Permits Increase in October
CCA News
Give Yourself a Pre-Christmas Gift: Register for the CCA Annual Conference
Register for a CCDC Symposium in Vancouver Jan. 8, 2013 14:00 – 16:00
CCA Weekly - December 4, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Economy
CanaData’s Construction Material Cost Indices Mostly Quiet
Infrastructure
Rae Calls for Federal Leadership on Sustainable Municipal Infrastructure
Innovation
California Bridge Using Recycled Plastic Building Materials Set for Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on December 7th
Public-Private Partnerships
Canada Needs Cash-Rich Corporations to Help Pay for Infrastructure, Services: Flaherty
Countries Look to Canada for P3 Knowledge
Labour
Skills Canada Competition to be Held in British Columbia in 2013
Study Finds Canadian Immigrants at a Growing Disadvantage
IBC News
BIM Standards Development Partnership Announced
Integrated Project Delivery Conference Helps Showcase New Delivery Method
CCA News
Construction Coalition Calls for Federal Energy Incentives
Help Recognize Excellence in the Canadian Construction Industry
NHL out? Join CCA for a Friendly Shinny Tournament at the Annual Conference
CCA Weekly - November 27, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Has to Adapt to Climate Change: Canadian Construction Association
Without Significant New Funding from Ottawa, Canadian Cities Will Run Off an ‘Infrastructure Cliff’: Mulcair
Feds Promise Infrastructure Plan, More Partnership to Renew Cities
Public-Private Partnerships
Municipalities May Add Public-Private Partnerships to Infrastructure-Building Arsenal
Innovation and Technology
China Building World’s Tallest Skyscraper in Three Months
IBC News
Canadian buildingSMART Chapter to Collaborate with buildingSMART allianceTM on BIM Standards
CCA News
Visit CCA at Construct Canada – Booth 819
Celebrate Achievements in the Canadian Construction Industry
CCA Conference Snow Day at le Massif Promises to Be Truly Memorable
CCA Weekly - November 20, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Canadian Cities Spending $12 Billion On Infrastructure, Pledge To Match New Federal Funding
Auditor General Report: Crumbling Infrastructure Threatens Military’s Ability to Deploy
Economy
EDC: Careening toward the Fiscal Cliff
New EDC Guide: Doing Business in Southeast Asia
Innovation and Technology
Modular Construction Slashes Cost, Time and Maintenance
Call For Construction Innovation Champions Issued
Labour
Federal, Provincial and Territorial Governments Envision Canada’s Future Immigration System
Public-Private Partnerships
Public-Private Partnerships About More Than Capital
IBC News
IPD Conference Presentations Now Available
CCA News
Only a Few Weeks Remain for CCA National Award Nominations
Cohen and Huot CCA Annual Conference Keynote Speakers
Planning for École Lakay Rebuild Progresses
CCA Weekly - November 13, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Economy
CRA Holding Red Tape Reduction Consultations
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Plan Must Protect Canada’s Economic Foundations, Says National Coalition
The Great Canadian Infrastructure Challenge Now Open
Labour
Canada Needs to Get Competitive to Attract Skilled Immigrants: Harper
Revamped Website Promotes Careers in Trades
Construction Demographic 'Time Bomb' May Delay Oil and Gas Projects
CCA News
Daily Commercial News: Naming of Subtrades – Good or Bad?
CCA Now Accepting Nominations for 2012 National Awards Program
Join CCA for the True Canadian Experience in 2013
CCA Weekly - November 6, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Building Permits Decline in September
Labour
More Immigrants Who Are Already Working in Canada to Be Admitted through Canadian Experience Class
Labour Force Remains Unchanged in October
Public Private Partnerships
The 20th Annual National Conference of the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships
Innovation and Technology
A Key Test for Experimental Concrete
CCA News
Download New Guide on Cost Predictability of Construction Projects
CCA Now Accepting Nominations for 2012 Awards Program
CCA Weekly - October 31, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Events
Integrated Project Delivery Takes Centre Stage Next Week
French Language CCDC Information Session in Montreal November 6
Labour
Canadian Apprenticeship Forum to Continue Operations
The Language of Construction Culture
CCA News
CCA Now Accepting Nominations for 2012 National Awards Program
New Navigation Act Provides Clarity
Innovation and Technology
Business Responds to Innovation Challenge: No Thank You
CCA Weekly - October 23, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Economy
Investment in Non-residential Building Construction on the Rise for Third Consecutive Quarter
Public Private Partnerships
Watch an EDC Webinar on Public Private Partnerships
CCA News
CCA Supports Introduction of Navigation Protection Act
CCA Supports Federal Red Tape Action
CCA Weekly - October 16, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
IBC News
Early-Bird Registration Closes Next Week for Integrated Project Delivery Conference
Labour
Canada’s Demographics Will Shape Construction: Expert
New Immigration Stream Welcome: Canadian Construction Association
Public Private Partnerships
The Hidden Costs of Public-Private Partnerships
Design-Build
Ottawa’s Newest Landmark Takes First Place Design-Build Award for CDBI
CCA Weekly - October 3, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
EDC Optimistic About Commercial/Institutional Construction
Red Tape Reduction Action Plan Report Released
IBC News
Implementing IPD – A ‘Win-Win’ Solution in Construction – November 8-9
CCA News
Registration Now Open for 2013 CCA Annual Conference
CCA Weekly - September 25, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Labour
Chamber of Commerce Releases Report Following National Roundtables
Helmets to Hardhats Website Launched
Roundtables to Explore New Model for Immigration Application System
Innovation and Technology
Research team investigates carbon nanotube composites for structural health monitoring
Economy
Commercial Real Estate Sector Helping to Drive Canadian Economy
Procurement
PWGSC Seeking Information from SMEs on Government Procurement
CCA News
Registration for CCA Annual Conference Opens September 28
CCA Weekly - September 18, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Collaboration Essential to Address Skills Shortage
Canada’s jobs growth blows past expectations - Construction industry posts loss
Canada Employment Insurance Commission announces 2013 Maximum Insurable Earnings
Innovation and Technology
OECD report shows Canada among R&D laggards
Public-Private Partnerships
National Infrastructure Summit panel splits over value of P3s
CCA News
IBC to Hold Conference on Integrated Project Delivery
CCA Weekly - September 11, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Infrastructure
New national report card says Canada's municipal infrastructure at risk
CCA Chair John Schubert Addresses National Infrastructure Summit
Economy
Building Permits Drop in July
Innovation and Technology
Canada slips to 14th in competitiveness ranking
CCA News
B4 Consulting Sponsors the 2012 Construction Industry Leaders Forum
International Business
EDC Webinars and Summits on International Business
CCA Weekly - September 5, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Skilled trades talent shortage is next crisis for Canadian businesses
Strategies for the Imminent Labour Crunch
Economy
Raising Canada’s Performance in Non-residential Investment
Construction services help drive economy
Innovation and Technology
3-D Device Changes the Conversation about Space
CCA Weekly - August 29, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Innovation and Technology
Machine-Control Technology Can Provide Precision and Versatility to Compact Equipment
Creating Digital Elevation Models with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Public-Private Partnerships
Infrastructure funding through public private partnerships faces bleaker future
CCA News
Still Space Available for 2012 Construction Industry Leaders Forum
CCA Weekly - August 22, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Labour
Revised Federal Skilled Worker Program Unveiled
Infrastructure
The Importance of the National Infrastructure Summit
CCA News
CCA to meet with North American counterparts
Economy
Non-residential Building Construction Price Index Rises in second quarter 2012
How to Boost Canada’s Productivity
CCA Weekly - August 14, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Labour
Construction Employment Up in July
Red Seal Report Now Available Online
Construction Sector Council Issues Update
Infrastructure
Survey Finds Political Risk and Financing Key Challenges Facing Infrastructure Industry
Economy
Building Permits Decline in June
CCA Weekly - July 31, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Canada's "Plan B" if economy falters: infrastructure spending, not rate trimming
FCM Releases Statement Following Completion of Infrastructure Roundtables
Labour
Skilled labour shortages sporadic and short-lived
Firms will be Able to Find Vets on a New Website Beginning in September
Economy
VIDEO - Six factors affecting economic growth in Canada
CCA Weekly - July 25, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Non-Residential Construction Investment in Canada sees Quarterly Gains
Infrastructure
Canadian infrastructure projects win global recognition
CCA News
CCA Participates in Consultations on New CEAA Regulations
International Business
Canadian Construction and Green Build Capabilities Showcase Mission – Panama – September 11-12, 2012
Labour
Five New Research Reports Now Available
NOAs for Three Recently Designated Red Seal Trades Published
CCA Weekly - July 17, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Innovation and Technology
It’s Alive – New Technologies Emerging in Concrete
Infrastructure
Federal infrastructure roundtable discussions important, says Canadian Construction Association
CCA News
Register Today for CDBI National Design-Build Conference
Green Building
Backlog on LEED Certification Eliminated
Labour
Pooled Registered Pension Plans (PRPPs) Available to Those Without a Workplace Pension Plan
Industry News
New PWGSC Accountability/Integrity Measures
Canada-Alberta pilot project expanded to include more occupations
CCA Weekly - July 10, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
CCA News
Register Today for 2012 Construction Industry Leaders Forum – September 18-19
Labour
Competitive labour markets mean firms need recruitment plan
VIDEO: Seniors population in Canada set to increase, as mini baby boom starts
Economy
Economic Conversation Points
Momentum building for construction stocks
Building Permits Increase to Highest Level in Five Years
Canada Trade Mission to the Philippines and Thailand – August 26-31
CCA Weekly - July 4, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Canada is at a tipping point: Federal Roundtables to Address Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
Wanted: An Innovative Long-Term Infrastructure Plan
Green Building
Canada Green Building Council launches GREEN UP Building Performance Program
Innovation and Technology
Nanotech paint can show stress and strain
Economy
Declines in Residential Construction Nudge Down Construction GDP
CCA Weekly - June 26, 2012
Subjects in this week's edition:
Labour
Canadian Apprenticeship Forum Calls for Champions
Green Building
Is the GSA switching to a new green standard?
Infrastructure
Global Infrastructure Project List Now Online
International Business
Pursuing Projects Overseas: 15 Steps Before You Bid
CCA Weekly - June 20, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Trade Confidence Rebounds – EDC Commentary
Infrastructure
Canadian Construction Association Pleased with Partnership Announcement to Build Windsor-Detroit Bridge
ACEC Releases Report on Infrastructure Investment in Canada 2012-2013
CCA News
Gold Seal Certification Launches New Website
Registration Open for 2012 Construction Industry Leaders Forum
Register Today for CDBI National Design-Build Conference
CCA Weekly - June 12, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
CCA News
Reed Construction Data Sponsors the 2012 Construction Industry Leaders Forum
Innovation and Technology
Remote sensing technology aims to increase construction safety
Labour
Engineering and Construction Named the Country's Hottest Sector by Canadians
Total hiring in Canada took a breather in May
Industry uncertain about impact of EI reform
Infrastructure
Experts urge feds to charge road tolls, user fees to pay for infrastructure
Infrastructure Canada Building for Prosperity Reports
Canada Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Libya – October 5-11, 2012
CCA Weekly - June 6, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Infrastructure Canada Announces Beginning of Roundtable Discussions and Releases Summary Documents from the Building Canada Plan
Canada's cities and communities at a tipping point facing financial uncertainty, says new FCM report
Labour
How Military Skills Transfer to Construction
Public-Private Partnerships
Government support makes Canada a P3 leader
Innovation and Technology
The Hunt for Sustainable Cement
Green Building
Update on LEED Certification Streamlining
CCA Weekly - May 29, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Warning! More construction and construction employment ahead!
Continuing education is vital for the industry
Innovation and Technology
New Cloud-Based Software Can Help Construction Firms of All Sizes
Past Practices Give Way to Technology-Based Approaches
Public-Private Partnerships
PPP Canada to Hold its Second Annual Public Meeting
New Legislation Introduced for Manitoba Public-Private Partnership Infrastructure Projects
CCA Weekly - May 23, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Innovation and Technology
BIM and Technology Changing the Way Construction Business is Done
Bell launches push-to-talk network for construction
Labour
Construction One Driver of Canadian Employment: BMO
Helmets to Hardhats: From Toting Rifles to Handling Hammers
Webinar
Webinar: Canada's building blocks
CCA Weekly - May 15, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Innovation and Technology
Is it Time to Go Lean?
Second-Generation i-Booth Launched
Laser Scanning Takes Off
Economy
Employment in Construction Helps Drive Growth Across Canada
Fiscal Drag Masks Success
Labour
Canada’s Building Boom Leaves Labour Pool Dry
Industry Announcement
Defence Construction Canada Announces Annual Public Meeting
CCA Weekly - May 8, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Innovation and Technology
Augmented Reality in Construction
Economy
Building Permits Increase in March
Labour
Taking Advantage of Canada’s Aging Workforce
Feds Repeal Federal Fair Wages & Hours of Labour Act
WEBINAR: How to Recruit, Hire and Integrate Skilled Immigrants
CCA Weekly - May 1, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Government of Canada Announces More Efficient and Responsive Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Economy
Brighter Employment Picture Points to Increased Commercial Construction
Innovation and Technology
Tracking Tool to Help Prevent Construction Site Accidents
Public Private Partnerships
PPP Canada Inc. Develops P3 Screen and Guide for Federal Projects
Green Building
CaGBC Undertaking to Streamline Submission Process for Regional Priority Credits
CCA Weekly - April 24, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Labour
Construction Sector Council Releases Construction Industry Forecast
Stepping up for Helmets to Hardhats
Ottawa Looks to Unemployed Canadians to Fill Labour Shortages
Economy
Construction is the Growing Spine of Canada’s Industrial Structure
Ottawa to Slash Environmental Review Role
Public-Private Partnerships
PPP Canada Launches Fourth Call for Applications
CCA Weekly - April 17, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Economy
Non-Residential Construction Activity Offsets Decreases in Residential Construction
Labour
Changes to immigration system applauded by industry
Infrastructure
Webinar: US Government Procurements in Infrastructure-Buy American Update – April 25, 2012
Innovation and Technology
Cambridge, Ontario teams up with IBM to coordinate construction
Loughborough University researchers in England work on 3-D printing app for construction
How simulation tech can solve real sustainable design challenges
CCA Weekly - April 11, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Building Permit Values Increase in February
Infrastructure
Webinar: US Government Procurements in Infrastructure-Buy American Update – April 25, 2012
Interest in Precast Concrete Could Grow after Ontario Trial
Labour
Citizenship and Immigration Canada Announces its Intention to Create a New Skilled Trades Program
Canada records strongest employment gain in March since September 2008
International Business
Webinar: Understanding Russia’s Business Climate – April 13, 2012
CCA Weekly - April 3, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Public-Private Partnerships
P3s Drive the way to Better Infrastructure
Lessons Learned: Succeeding with Canadian Public Private Partnerships
Innovation and Technology
Building a solution for construction delays
Economy
A Strong Year for New Construction Investment Intentions in 2012
Canadian Construction Association Supports Measures to Eliminate both the Federal and Infrastructure Deficits
Labour
Construction Sector Council Releases Labour Market Information Reports for Five Provinces
CCA Weekly - March 27, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Public-Private Partnerships
Lessons Learned: Succeeding with Canadian Public Private Partnerships
Infrastructure
Projected Growth for Construction Industry Manufacturers is Good for Infrastructure
Economy
Three key trends, more forays into high-tech and the importance for construction
Inflation’s Magical Disappearing Act
CCA News
CCA Annual Conference Presentations Now Available
CDBI Seeking Nominations for Annual Award of Excellence
CCA Weekly - March 21, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Infrastructure
Canadians at Work Provides Database of International Infrastructure Projects
Economy
Construction Will Have to Adapt to Fiscal Restraint and Globalization
Innovation and Technology
How Tablets Will Transform Construction
Labour
Construction Sector Council Releases New Labour Market Information Reports for 3 Provinces
Business leaders cite skilled-labour shortage as priority
CCA News
John Schubert Announced as 2012 Chair
CCA Announces Award Winners
CDBI Seeking Nominations for Annual Award of Excellence
CCA Weekly - March 6, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Infrastructure
Government and private sector must work together to meet infrastructure demand
Economy
Canada’s economy grew at slower pace in fourth quarter
Canada’s dependence on engineering construction will alter labour markets
Labour
Proposed Changes to Canada’s Immigration System Could Help Construction Industry
CCA News
CDBI Seeking Nominations for Annual Award of Excellence
CCA Weekly - February 29, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Economy
Small Businesses Set to Grow: BMO
Public and Private Spending Intentions in Construction to Increase
Innovation and Technology
Innovation is Necessary, Even if Somewhat Difficult
A Failure to Innovate
Construction industry urged to innovate in uncertain times
Labour
Paperless Records of Employment Available Through Service Canada
CCA Weekly - February 22, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Skilled trades deficit colliding with energy boom
Innovation and Technology
Mobile Mapping a New and Emerging Technology in Construction
Labour
Construction industry employment experiences another month of decline
Immigration stream would be welcome
Tradesperson’s Tools Deduction Available
CCA News
CDBI Seeking Presenters for 14th Annual Conference
CCA Weekly - February 14, 2012
Topics in this week’s edition:
Economy
Canadian Chamber of Commerce Outlines Approach to Tackle Barriers to Competitiveness
Construction Stocks Building Momentum
Building Permits Increase to Highest Levels since 2007
Innovation and Technology
London & District Construction Association to study information and communication
Institute for BIM in Canada Bulletin
Labour
TD Report Says Revised Immigration Approach can help Address Labour Shortages
CCA Weekly - February 7, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
CCA News
Register today for the 2012 CCA Annual Conference- “The Changing Face of Construction”
Economy
Industry to discuss changes in procurement
Construction costs are up year over year
Innovation and Technology
National Research Council web wind tool helps with roof design
Labour
Canada’s Jobless Rate Increases
Paperless Records of Employment Available Through Service Canada
CCA Weekly - February 1, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
CCA News
Register today for the 2012 CCA Annual Conference- “The Changing Face of Construction”
Economy
President Obama Cites Infrastructure Investment as Key to Economic Recovery
Canadian Building Trades applauds Harper’s regulatory reform pledge
Labour
Provincial Nominee Program Working Well, New Evaluation Shows
Construction Sector Council carries on despite federal funding cut
Paperless Records of Employment Available Through Service Canada
CCA Weekly - January 24, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
CCA News
Register Now for 2012 CCA Annual Conference- “The Changing Face of Construction”
Labour
Demand so high for construction jobs, some fear a labour shortage
Innovation and Technology
How to Fix Innovation in the Construction Industry
Green Building
CaGBC Streamlines LEED Canada Certification Process
Experts weigh in on sustainable buildings in Canada
Economy
CCA President Discusses 2012 Outlook on Construction Industry Podcast
CCA Weekly - January 17, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
CCA News
Register Now for 2012 CCA Annual Conference- “The Changing Face of Construction”
Labour
Health care, IT and skilled trades are the Canadian jobs of the future
Innovation and Technology
The Emergence of ‘Phase Change Materials’ in Construction
Economy
EDC Releases its 2012 Economic Outlook
On-Site Magazine Publishes 2012 Construction Forecast
CCA Weekly - January 10, 2012
Topics in this week's edition:
Labour
Government Announces Support for “Helmets to Hard Hats” Program
Green Building
New law bars LEED energy certifications for DoD building projects
Expansion of “green” retrofits expected
Innovation and Technology
A New Year Could Bring New Innovation
Economy
Building Permits Decline in November
Infrastructure funding key to helping economy recover
Canada’s December labour market report encapsulated what’s happening in the economy
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