MCA Alberta Virtual Member Meeting
Alberta Prompt Payment Legislation- Insider Update
January 21 @ 3:00 PM
The Alberta Government passed Bill 37, Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act on November 26, 2020. Throughout the next few months, MCA Alberta is actively involved in providing input to Regulatory development for the Act as government targets July 01, 2021 to fully implement the new legislation.
On January 21, 2021 plan to attend the MCA member meeting for an update from Tim Padfield, MCA’s representative to prompt payment regulatory development. There will be opportunity for questions and to provide input on the priorities MCA needs to push for in the new regulations.
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Complimentary Member session:
From Mount Everest to the Sahara: Inspiring Transformation and Change
Start the year with clarity! On January 21st, author, athlete and renowned speaker Sebastien Sasseville will share his journeys – from Mount Everest to the Sahara to running across Canada – and how maintaining peak performance during rapidly changing times is not only the key to survival but the mindset of a leader who identifies and acts on new opportunities. This motivational session is for all MCA members – whether leading or a member of a small or large team, Sebastien’s life story and business experience will inspire forward thinking and high performance, positioning the mechanical contracting industry for continued growth in 2021.
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2021 MCA Membership Renewal
You should have received an invoice for your company’s 2021 MCA Alberta / MCA Canada membership. Your membership is due on or before February 1, 2021. Please forward the invoice to your accounting department if required.
We have expanded the dues payment options to include: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa/MC when paid in full or you may set up EFT quarterly or monthly installments (Please contact the MCA office for EFT arrangements if this suits your business).
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Awarded from The MCAC Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series
Holly Padfield received scholarships from sponsors Uponor and Bradford White. She is a student at Medicine Hat College in her second year of the Business Administration program.
“I have grown up in the mechanical trades with my grandfather starting his own mechanical business and, in later years, passed it on to my father and one day, I may be the third generation. Growing up, I loved going with my father on service calls and learning what it takes to make a business successful. Over the past few years, I have worked as a labourer learning the mechanical trades as my summer job both in the field and have also had the chance to experience the business side working in the office.”
Holly’s father is employed by Pad-Car Mechanical.
With over $15,000 available, make sure your students apply in 2021! Application deadline is July 31.
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Plumbing & Heating History
In 2015 MCA unveiled a wall that was put together by the MCA Old Timers Committee and SAIT to capture the Plumbing & Heating History over 75 years.
In 2020 the wall was updated with 2 extra panels complimentary of SAIT! We would like to thank SAIT for their time and the cost to make this complete. If you are at the Aldred Centre at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology Plumbing Mechanical Department stop by to reminisce.
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New CCDC 2 and CCDC 41 - Insurance Requirements
On December 14, 2020 the Canadian Construction Document Committee (CCDC) released a new version of the CCDC 2 and CCDC 41 forms. The document attached speaks to the changes of both CCDC 2 and CCDC 41. The CCDC 2 has changes to verbiage surrounding substantial completion and changes to ready for takeover. In addition, the changes to the CCDC 41 affects more than just the CCDC 2 document, it also affects the CCDC 5B, CCDC 14, CCDC 17 and some provincial subcontract forms like the ACA Subcontract Form A between the General Contractor and Subcontractor, as these are all refer to in the CCDC 41.
Aon will provide contract review upon request.
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Ventilation and air filtration play a key role in preventing the spread of COVID-19 indoors
The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers provides outside air ventilation standards for commercial buildings, including schools, day cares, computer labs and woodshops. These minimum ventilation rates vary depending on the type of activity occurring in the room. Outdoor air dilutes contaminants produced by the occupants and by the building itself, so rates are based on both the maximum number of people the room is designed to hold and the size of the room. A woodshop for example, has a higher recommendation compared with a classroom based on activities like sanding or cutting wood.
Read the whole interesting article here
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Building Blocks information and discussion series.
Join us for the January' session of the City’s monthly Building Blocks information and discussion series.
Date: January 28, 2021
Time: 12:00 noon to 1:00 pm
Location: Online webinar via Google Meet
Our speaker for the January session is Jacob Komar from Revolve Engineering who will present on geoexchange systems and how they can be used to reduce energy consumption and carbon emissions from buildings.
Building Blocks is a series put on by Safety Codes, Permits, and Inspections at the City of Edmonton to create a forum for learning, questions, and discussions on high performance buildings, code changes, industry best practices, and more.
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Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)
Canadian businesses, non-profit organizations, or charities who have seen a drop in revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic may be eligible for a subsidy to cover part of their commercial rent or property expenses, starting on September 27, 2020, until June 2021.
For all details click here
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Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA)
- As of December 4, 2020, CEBA loans for eligible businesses will increase from $40,000 to $60,000.
- Applicants who have received the $40,000 CEBA loan may apply for the $20,000 expansion, which provides eligible businesses with an additional $20,000 in financing.
- All applicants have until March 31, 2021, to apply for $60,000 CEBA loan or the $20,000 expansion.
If you have already applied for CEBA and have questions, please contact the CEBA Call Centre at 1-888-324-4201.
For all details click here
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Become eligible contractors in the Energy Savings for Business program
Starting Jan. 26, 2021, The ESB will begin hosting webinars for contractors and service providers interested in the Energy Savings for Business Program. Following a 30-minute presentation, we will host a live question and answer period.
- The webinars will focus on the following:
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Registering as an eligible contractor
- Contractor requirements and code of conduct
- Support and materials provided to contractors once you are registered
- Who is eligible to participate in the program (the terms and conditions)
- The measures eligible for incentives (the measures list)
- An overview of the application process
Register for Jan 26 1:30 pm here
Register for Jan 27 8:30 am here
Contact
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FEATURED AFFINITY PROGRAM |
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Jim Pattison Lease is happy to bring a unique offer to MCA members. Through your MCA membership you are now able to access fleet discounts below the factory invoice price of vehicles from certain manufacturers. For example, on select new model ½ ton 4x4 pick-ups, you can save up to $15,000 through the MCA/Jim Pattison Lease program.
For all details see website here
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LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
Upgrade your knowledge and skills by engaging in live webinars, self-paced online learning and virtual Instructor-led online training.
Face to Face Training
February 10-11: Construction Estimating. Register here
Virtual Instructor led training (live)
January 13: Managing Shop Drawings, Samples and Submittals. Register here.
January 14: Field Productivity 101. Register here
J anuary 27: Non Standard Contract Clauses. Register here
January 28: Field Scheduling 101. Register here
Product Technical Training Webinars
January 13: Furnace Installation. Register here
January 14 :Furnace Service. Register here
January 19: Furnace Installation. Register here
January 20: Snowmelt Systems. Register here
January 20: Heat Pump Installation. Register here
January 21: Heat Pump Service. Register here
January 26: Furnace Service. Registration here
January 27: Tankless Installation. Register here
E-learning (self guided)
All E-Learning is self paced and online. We have a variety of courses for all details click here
Featuring: CHANGE ORDER MANAGEMENT
Changes are an inevitable part of the construction process but if not managed well, change orders can cause unnecessary project disruptions and lead to cost increases and schedule delays. This course will provide participants with best practices for successfully navigating this complex project management challenge.
The course includes 11 video modules with 8 hours of expert instruction and material.
View full events calendar here
If there is a topic that you would find helpful please contact Lisa@mca-ab.com.
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Blaine Campbell
Westcan Mechanical Sales Ltd
1349 Wallace Street
Regina SK
S4N 3Z5
306-347-2700
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SAFETY TALKS
Do you need ideas for tool box meetings? Here we will list different topics each month that you can take and use at your company.
Asbestos
What’s at Stake?
Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral, which was long valued for its strength and heat resistance, making it the material of choice for insulation and fireproofing, until a few decades ago.
- Asbestos still kills around 5000 workers each year, this is more than the number of people killed on the road.
- Around 20 tradesmen die each week as a result of past exposure
- However, asbestos is not just a problem of the past. It can be present today in any building built or refurbished before the year 2000.
Learn how to protect yourself here
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Hour Bank Group Insurance – MCA Employee Benefit Plan
MCA Alberta is pleased to offer hour bank group insurance to our members through our MCA Employee Benefit Plan.
Coverage includes: Life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment, disability insurance, health care (including eye exam, prescription drug and paramedical services coverage), travel insurance and dental care.
For more information or a free, no obligation proposal for a plan that will best suit your company, please contact Vicky at 403-250-7237 or Vicky@mca-ab.com.
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LET’S
TALK
ANXIETY
BREATHE DEEPLY. STAY PRESENT.
We live in uncertain times, and a certain level of worry is natural. However, if even the thought of getting through the day feels overwhelming, you may be suffering from anxiety. Ask yourself:
•Do I have trouble sleeping?
•Have I experienced shortness of breath, nausea or chest pain?
•Do I feel overwhelming fear?
If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re not alone. Almost one half- 49% of Canadians who feel they have suffered from depression or anxiety have never gone to see a doctor about this problem. A combination of genetics, brain chemistry, personality and past trauma can all increase your risk.
HELP IS AVAILABLE
So much of life can seem beyond our control—but you can control getting help. Call Homewood Health at 1-800-384-1152 or visit homewoodhealth.com to get the care and resources you need.
NEED HELP NOW? CALL THESE CONFIDENTIAL HOTLINES
24-Hour Crisis Line: 403.266.HELP (4357)
Print this poster and put up in your lunch room. We will provide a new topic each month for you to promote.
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Homewood HealthTM EFAP is pleased to release the January 2021 edition of our Vitality newsletter, “Dealing with Seasonal Affective Disorder"
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Check out our Member Discount Programs
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Let’s get your business ready for the future
Do you want to ensure your business is ready for whatever challenges 2021 brings? Whether you’re temporarily shutdown, have remote workers, or need to lay off staff, being able to adjust on the fly is key to managing your business successfully.
Webinar
Date: Tuesday, January 19th
Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM MST
Join our experts as they go over:
- Managing a remote workforce and flexible work arrangements.
- Health & safety checklists for on-site and remote staff.
- Implementing changes in your contracts & policies
- Handling layoffs, terminations and staff recalls properly.
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About the MCAA
Since the early 1900's, Alberta's plumbers, pipefitters, steamfitters, gasfitters and mechanical contractors have utilized the united voice, programs, information, service and social network of the Mechanical Contractors Association of Alberta (MCAA).
Today, the MCAA strives to create value for its members by identifying and mitigating issues that affect the industry, the development and delivery of high-quality education programs, providing a competitive group health insurance benefit plan, facilitating member benefit programs and services, and providing opportunity for social and professional networking.
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