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Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia (RCABC) joins British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) and other leading associations in expressing concern about a potentially limiting approach that may layer on costs and reduce competitive bidding on provincial infrastructure projects. RCABC is […]
WorkSafeBC – July 2018 The Policy, Regulation and Research Division (the PRRD) is releasing a discussion paper on proposed policy amendments to the Certificate of Recognition (COR) Program. In addition, the Industry and Labour Services department is releasing practice materials […]
VICORIA, B.C. – Eight of Canada’s best roofers and sheet metal workers gathered together in Victoria on Friday, July 6th for a national competition. Coming out on top as the big winner of the 43rd Annual Canadian Sheet Metal Workers […]
RCABC Technical Articles I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto (Part 1) I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore, Toto (Part 2) I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore (Part 3) Making […]
WorkSafeBC has recently released a bulletin on the hazards of using Prusik slings. This bulletin explains the hazards of using Prusik slings as rope grabs, and discusses why it’s safer in most cases for workers to use rope grabs that […]
POSTED ON JUNE 7, 2018 BY COCABC First aid attendants are a lifeline for those who become injured or ill in the workplace. WorkSafeBC regularly reviews the occupational first aid training program to ensure that it is keeping up with best practices. In […]
The Master Roofer Designation recognizes roofers who are working for RCABC Member companies and have excelled in the industry. Applicants must be certified in the trade and will be able to demonstrate that they have continued to learn about the […]
\ Vancouver Zero Emissions Building Centre of Excellence – Announcement to partners and supporters VANCOUVER, B.C. – The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) in partnership with the City of Vancouver (the City), Passive House Canada and the Open Green Building […]
Payment delays are the most significant bottleneck in B.C.’s construction industry. These bottlenecks push risk down the construction chain which leads to fewer competitive bids on projects, higher costs, layoffs, and in the worst cases bankruptcy. Timely cash flow throughout […]
Roofing contractors are often asked by general contractors to start roof installation earlier than 28 days, the time typically specified for strength gain measurement after concrete placement in new construction. Application of membranes to ‘green’ concrete can be problematic, evidence […]
New Interprovincial Agreement to Grow Canada’s Economy TORONTO, April 7th, 2017 /CNW/ – Ministers representing the federal, provincial and territorial governments have concluded negotiations on a new Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) that will help to expand Canadian businesses and […]
APPRENTICE TRAINING TUITION FEES Effective for courses beginning after September 1, 2017 the RCABC will be implementing Tuition Fees for the RDW and ASM Apprenticeship Training, this Tuition Fee replaces the previously charged commitment fee. TRAINING CATEGORY MEMBER NON-MEMBER Roofer, […]
Prompt Payment Update – March 2017 We’re closer than ever to Canada’s first ever Prompt Payment Law! We need your help to push your Member of Parliament to support this initiative. By following the easy steps at this website you can have your […]
On February 23, 2017 RCABC posted a news release on the CNW about the refugee training program that was successfully run in December 2017. The full article and information on how to get involved can be found HERE.
Buildforce Canada – B.C.’s Construction Workforce Poised for Growth January 31, 2017 Press Release BuildForce Canada BC Market Outlook
Hiding in Plain Sight – Homeowner Asbestos Awareness Campaign Asbestos can be found in more than 3,000 building materials manufactured before 1990. Because it’s found in so many common building products, it can be a danger hiding in plain sight […]
The newly formatted RCABC Roofing Practices Manual (RPM) is now online and ready for your reference. Hurry! You will want to be one of the first people to preview the new RPM and provide feedback. Check out these new features: intuitive […]
RE: Construction Cash Flow Problems – Overblown issue, or serious business challenge? Dear Member, The need for prompt payment is increasingly flagged as a key issue facing the construction industry today. Understanding its scope and impact is challenging […]