BULLETIN #1
Spring 2013
The State of Practice of Building Information Modeling
(BIM) in the Mechanical Construction Industry
Dr. Awad S Hanna, Professor of
Construction Engineering and
Management at the University of
Wisconsin-Madison and Consultant to
the Construction Industry
The North American construction
Industry has seen a decline in
productivity for decades due to
underlying problems such as lack of
team collaboration, less initial design
input, and higher building systems
complexity. These problems are most
visible in labour-intensive trades, such
as mechanical contractors. Within the
last decade, Building Information
Modeling (BIM) has emerged as a
potential solution to these problems.
Professor Hanna has conducted a
North American Study that highlights
the state of BIM practice in the
mechanical construction industry.
Through an extensive survey and
interview process, this study resulted in
three key outcomes. The first is that
58% (62% in the US and 12% in
Canada) of mechanical contractors
have less than 3 years of BIM
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Canada Chairs IAMCA Meeting. . . . . . . . . .2
Board Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
CMCEF Middle Management Conference. . . 4
CMCEF – 2013 Golf Tournament . . . . . . . . 4
CMCEF – Spring 2013 Courses . . . . . . . . . 4
MCAC National Conference . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Service Contractor’s Spring Update . . . . . . 7
MCA Canada’s Charity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Membership Advantage Programs. . . . . . . 9
MCA Canada Address’ MCA of America. . . 10
Service Contractor’s 1-Day Forum. . . . . . .12
2013 Information Guide . .. . . . . . . . . . . .13
Associate Council Report . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
MCA Canada Associate Members . . . . . . . 15
Upcoming Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
experience and consider themselves as
beginners in the use of BIM. Second,
BIM implementation costs for these
contractors is 1 to 2 percent of their total
project cost estimate. Third, more than
70% of mechanical contractors agree
that BIM reduces field conflicts and
improves coordination. These factors can
assist mechanical contractors allocate
proper resources for BIM implementation
in their projects to reduce problems.
The survey results showed three
additional key factors. The first factor is
that three robust correlations exist as
follows: company size and BIM usage,
project size and number of staff to
implement BIM, and BIM experience
measured in years versus level of
expertise. These correlations assist
mechanical construction firms in
understanding current industry divisions.
The second factor is that the majority of
mechanical firms apply a 1 - 2 percent of
total project cost to BIM implementation.
The third factor is that there are two
focus areas that a majority of
respondents will be investing in for BIM
usage: creating BIM procedures
in-house and the marketing of BIM to
customers. These two factors will help
mechanical construction firms to better
allocate resources and budgeting.
The fourth factor is the added value of
BIM on project execution. There are six
main benefits for project execution; they
are reduction in field conflicts, better
coordination, easier clash detection,
enhanced facility design visualization,
efficiency in construction, and fabrication.
All of the key factors discussed, illustrate
important practices and characteristics of
the way BIM is used in the mechanical
construction industry.
For more information about the study,
you can contact Dr. Hanna at
[email protected]
#2 BULLETIN
THE NATIONAL BULLETIN is published
for MCAC members who are, primarily,
mechanical trade contractors engaged in
plumbing, process piping, heating, ventilating,
air conditioning, refrigeration, system controls
and service. Manufacturers, wholesalers and
distributors are also eligible for membership.
MCA CANADA OFFICERS
Chairman
Brad Diggens, MJS Mechanical Ltd.
Chairman-Elect, Vice Chairman Eastern &
New Brunswick
Gaëtan Beaulieu, Beaulieu Plumbing &
Mechanical Inc.
CANADA CHAIRS IAMCA MEETING
On Friday, March 15, 2013, MCA Canada Chairman,
Brad Diggens, chaired the annual meeting of the
International Alliance of Mechanical Contractors
Associations (IAMCA’s) held in San Antonio, Texas.
The Alliance is comprised of representatives of
national mechanical contractor associations from
Canada, United States, Australia, and the United
Kingdom who get together and meet on the occasion
of the annual convention of the Mechanical
Contractors Association of America.
International Alliance of MCA Chairmen L—R
Mac Lynch (USA), Brad Diggens (Canada), Sue Sharp
(United Kingdom), Earl Sakareassen (Australia).
Some of the issues addressed this year include:
Vice Chairman Central & Ontario
Del Pawliuk, R.F. Contracting
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Vice Chairman Western & Saskatchewan
Dave Flamand, Peak Mechanical Ltd.
Economic Stimulus Packages And Their Affect in
various countries
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Building Information Modeling/Computer Aided Design
- Jurisdictional Issues in the United States
Secretary/Treasurer
Robert Hoare, Cofely Adelt Ltd.
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Project Bank Accounts in the United Kingdom
President
Richard McKeagan, MCAC
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Prompt Payment Legislation Initiatives in Canada
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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British Columbia
Michael Ohlmann, Fred Welsh Ltd.
Dean Lowen, West Bay Mechanical
Emergence of Mechanical and Electrical Contractors Moving into Energy
Management in the UK
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Equity Companies in the Industry
Alberta
Doug Hill, HVC Canada Ltd.
Saskatchewan
Allan Awrey, SaskWest Mechanical Ltd.
Manitoba
Brad Mason, Derksen Mechanical Services Inc.
Ontario
Don Bennett, Black and McDonald Ltd.
Don Capotosto, Gimco Limited
Dave Holek, Lekter Industrial Services Inc.
Terry McCaskie, Energy Controls & Mechanical
Services Inc.
Québec
Alain Daigle, Daigle Inc.
Nova Scotia
Derrick Flinn, Western Plbg. & Htg. Ltd.
Newfoundland & Labrador
Jack Bavis, GJ Cahill
Prince Edward Island
Quentin Bevan, Bevan Bros. Ltd.
Associate Council
Tim Meadows, Victaulic
Mechanical Service Contractors
Scott Grobel, MJS Mechanical Ltd.
The Bulletin provides industry, association, and
company information which is of interest to
MCAC members. Materials submitted for
publication should be addressed to:
MCA CANADA
#601 - 280 Albert Street
Ottawa, Ontario K1P 5G8
Tel: (613) 232-0492
Fax: (613) 235-2793
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site: www.mcac.ca
At the end of the meeting MCA Canada President Richard McKeagan commented on
the real value of meeting such as these to the industry Internationally. He used
prompt payment legislation and international reports on the architectural and
engineering communities as examples of turning “intangibles” into “intangibles.
To obtain a copy of the full meeting minutes, contact MCA Canada.
PROMPT PAYMENT REPORT
The National Trade Contractors Coalition of Canada (NTCCC), of which MCA
Canada is a founding member, commissioned research on Prompt Payment
Legislation by Prism Economics & Analysis. Now complete, the report describes the
need for a Prompt Payment Act in Ontario to establish minimum norms for payment
schedules in the construction industry. The report recommends a statutory model for
prompt payment that is based on other jurisdictions and on a consensus agreement
between the National Trade Contractors Coalition of Canada and the Ontario
General Contractors Association.
The heart of the problem is not outright
default on payment, but late payment.
Outright default is rare and can be addressed
by the lien system. However, there is no
effective remedy to late payments.
As a result, late payment practices have increased and so, as a consequence, has late
payment risk.
The majority of U.S. states, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand have enacted prompt payment legislation to counter late payment practices. Ontario must do the same!
Enacting such legislation will benefit all stakeholders The status quo is not
working. It is time for government to fix the problem. Visit www.ntccc.ca
to download the complete report.
BULLETIN #3
BOARD NOTES
On Saturday, March 16, 2013, MCA
was addressed with an agreement that
Canada’s National Board of Directors
a Discussion Paper on the issue be
held their midyear meetings on the
developed and circulated to all
occasion of MCA of America’s annual
provincial MCA’s for review.
national convention in San Antonio,
Texas. In addition to the Board meeting,  Canada’s initiative in promoting World
members and Association executives
Plumbing Day on March 11, 2013 was
held other meetings as well including the
acknowledged as a success once
Executive Committee Meeting,
again this year.
Conference Committee Meeting,
Managers Council Meeting, and
 It was agreed that MCA Canada’s
Committee meetings dealing with
Executive Committee was in a unique
standard practices, industry relations,
position to also act as its Government
government relations, service
Relations Committee and will start the
contractors, associate membership,
process with a lobby day on
membership services, etc. Here’s a
Parliament Hill together with the
sample of a few meeting highlights:
Canadian Institute of Plumbing and
Heating on April 30, 2013.
 The rotation of National Conferences
was addressed with the Board
 MCA Canada’s involvement with the
deciding on a schedule which allowed
Building Energy Efficiency Coalition
for more flexibility in terms of location.
was acknowledged and was agreed
that its role of trying to influence the
 The long-term future and sustainability
federal government to include
of MCA Canada, Canadian
incentives for building retrofits in the
Mechanical Contracting Education
Income Tax Act will continue.
Foundation, and the Mechanical
Service Contractors of Canada
 A new Membership Advantage Program
(MAP) was agreed upon. FEDEX.
 The Board agreed to present a new set
of bylaws which will comply with the new
Nonprofit Organization (NPO)
Corporations Act to the 2013 Annual
General Meeting.
 A new governance structure for the
Mechanical Service Contractors of
Canada (MSCC) was approved.
 CMCEF Report (see page 4).
 MSCC Report (see page 7).
 Associate Council Report (see page 14).
For further information on these
or other issues, please contact
MCA Canada directly by phone
at 613-232-0492 or
email [email protected]
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CMCEF 2013 MIDDLE
MANAGEMENT CONFERENCE
CMCEF Middle Management Conference 2013 Wrap – Up
The Foundation is pleased to report that yet another very
successful Middle Management Conference has come to a
close. Several weeks ago project managers, estimators and
company owners gathered in Halifax at the Atlantica Hotel for
three days of training focusing on skills that will help them
become more successful in their contracting careers.
Gregg Schoppman, a CMCEF/MCAC favorite led the
conference off with a one day case study on the importance of
the trades working together on the jobsite. He was a hard act
to follow but Bill Carson, Dr. Awad Hanna, Kevin Dougherty,
Dan Leduc and Gerry Call did an excellent job themselves as
they shared their vast knowledge while keeping the energy up
in the room. What is so unique about this conference is the
opportunity to share and work with your industry peers
throughout the seminars.
Without the sponsors, programs of this magnitude could not
take place. We would like to thank the following for their
continued support of our Foundation and its effort to ensure
properly trained personnel for the mechanical contracting
industry:
CMCEF Golf Tournament
Mark July 10th On Your Calendar!!
Circle Wednesday, July 10th on your calendars for
the CMCEF Golf Tournament. This is the single
most important fundraising activity that the
Foundation holds each year. The money raised at
the tournament enables the Foundation to continue
to develop and offer management education to the
Mechanical Contracting industry.
The tournament will once again be held at the
Caledon Country Club in Caledon, Ontario. Last
year we had a great day, the sun was shining, had a
great game of golf with old and new friends all while
raising $23,000 for your Education Foundation.
We are hoping for a repeat performance this year.
Registration and sponsorship information will be
available shortly and announced in Just the Fax.
Be sure to register early as this tournament is
always a sellout.
See you on the 10th of July!
Platinum Sponsors: IPEX and Victaulic.
Gold Sponsors: Construction Association of Nova Scotia
and Flocor
Silver Sponsors: Allpriser, AON, and Modern Niagara
Group Inc
Bronze Sponsors: ACIC of PEI , MCA New Brunswick ,
MCA Newfoundland and Labrador, and Travellers
What Some Attendees Had to Say……
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“Excellent presenters and content was very useful!”
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“Very good session, glad I came!”
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“Great course, well worth attending!”
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“Best ever!”
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“Quality of speakers and knowledge of their subject
matter was Top Notch!”
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“I really enjoyed all the speakers. This was by far the
best conference I have been to. I’m looking forward to
going to more!”
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“Subject matter was very relevant and eye-opening!”
CMCEF IS NOW ACCEPTING
REGISTRATION FOR:
10 - Day Project Management Essentials
Gold Seal Accredited
Waterloo, ON
Week 1: Nov 21-25, 2013
Week 2: Dec 12-16, 2013
Class size limited to 24. Cut off for registration is 14 days prior to the
start of the course. To avoid disappointment please register immediately.
Courses are always being added to the programming lineup so be sure to
visit the CMCEF website at www.cmcef.org.
Don’t delay in registering for any CMCEF Course.
To obtain registration/course information
please visit the CMCEF Website
at www.cmcef.org.
BULLETIN #5
Mechanical
“The Right Choice”
“Building Calgary for over 20 Years”
MJS Mechanical is pleased to have served and supported the local, national and global community for over
two decades. At MJS Mechanical, we know the value of water. So much so, that we are proud to support the
Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada’s Charity of Choice, Operation Eyesight, in drilling wells in
Africa.
This worthy initiative not only helps eradicate the horrible and debilitating disease, Trachoma,
but also saves countless lives and provides thousands with hope for a brighter future.
The whole team at MJS is behind this effort. Our Founder and President, Brad Diggens, along with
his daughter, Jennifer, will once again be doing a fundraising initiative to bring clean water to villages in need.
This summer, they will be embarking on a 7 day unguided backpacking trip through the mountainous
regions of Iceland to raise more money for wells to save lives.
We encourage you to support us in this incredibly worthwhile endeavour.
Visit our fundraising page at;operationeyesight.akaraisin.com/youchoose/hikeforlife
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Mechanical Contractors Association of CANADA
JOIN
US!
72nd Annual NATIONAL Conference
MCAC
September 25 - 28 Winnipeg
WINNIPEG
2013
BULLETIN #7
MSCC SPRING REPORT
MSCC did a lot of groundwork last year to solidify the
foundation for our future growth and success.
We’ve enhanced the National Certification Program,
developed a brand new Energy Services project and enriched
the existing programs to increase the overall value for
members. In 2013, the MSCC Board will continue to
emphasize these three priorities and add membership
recruitment, fundraising and strategic partnerships to this list.
To start, the National Certification Program is growing
steadily with more technicians taking the online exam and
more applications from contractors. Technician photo ID
cards and certificates were developed as well as contractor
certificates and plaques. Also, there is a dedicated section
to the MSCC website to identify Certified Contractors.
The program is becoming more robust and work continues
with property owners, managers, organizations and
association to recognize and promote its value.
In November of 2012, MSCC held a One-Day Forum to
introduce a new program comprising “Energy Services.”
Research on a solutions provider who could partner with
MSCC has been underway since 2011. In November, it was
announced that Stantec was selected as the supplier of
choice. All MSCC members will soon be able to generate
an on-going revenue stream above and beyond typical
preventative maintenance contracts by leveraging the
experience of Stantec. A roadmap has been created which
includes the entire development process MSCC will follow,
including an educational component. We expect to officially
launch the program later this year. Keep on the lookout for
details as this is a very exciting and lucrative opportunity for
all MSCC members!
The MSCC Board agreed that a more focused effort will
be placed on membership recruitment over the next
couple of years to expand
the service member base.
We are fortunate to have
the support of MCA
Canada’s Associate
Council and CIPH to
spread the word about
MSCC benefits, programs
and services.
Other projects include the
“Switch the Stat” program,
the potential of a “Service
Scott Grobel, MSCC Chairman
Contractor Summit”, we
are updating our website with a searchable “Find A
Contractor” section and we’ve added social media to our
services.
Realizing we’ve only touched on some of the projects for
2013, we recognize that with all this underway, we are
going to need some help. At MCA Canada’s winter
meetings this February, we asked and were granted
approval to expand the MSCC Board of Governors to
include representatives from all provinces. These
volunteers will help guide the progress of the
organization and report on MSCC activities to the
constituent members. Soon we will be speaking with the
provinces to seek their assistance in identifying Board
Members.
Yes, there is a lot going on and as always, we encourage
you to take an active role in MSCC. Working together we
MSCC is excited to host our “Forum For Service Contractors”
again this year at MCA
Canada’s National
Conference in Winnipeg
will create a strong future for our businesses and our
association.
Respectfully submitted,
this September 25th so
mark that day in your
calendar. Details will be
sent to you soon.
Scott Grobel, Chairman
Mechanical Service Contractors of Canada
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MCA CANADA’S CHARITY
OPERATION EYESIGHT
In 2010, MCA Canada and Operation Eyesight joined forces
with the goal of helping to eliminate the completely
preventable disease “trachoma” by providing accessible clean
water and basic sanitation to people in Zambia.
Since that time, and thanks to the incredibly generous
contributions of individuals, companies and associations, we
have been able to raise $90,000. This translates to 18 new
wells.
This is a huge accomplishment in a short period of time which
will significantly impact the lives of thousands of people in
Africa and we look forward to continuing with this project until
we have reached our goal of 100 wells.
Operation Eyesight Universal is an international
development organization based in Canada and dedicated to
eliminating avoidable blindness in the developing world.
Since 1963, Operation Eyesight has prevented more than
35 million people from facing the tragedy of needless
blindness. Their work is focused in places where blindness
can be deadly, especially to those who are very young, old or
poor. A predominant cause of avoidable permanent blindness
is trachoma, an eye infection transmitted by flies and
exacerbated by cultural and environmental factors. Left
untreated, trachoma leads to blindness. The most heartwrenching fact about trachoma is that it can be eradicated
with accessible clean water and basic sanitation. Skin and
respiratory diseases can also be reduced or eliminated by
providing accessible clean water.
MCA Canada continues to appeal to the industry for
contributions to help eradicate this curable situation. We ask
that you consider contributing to this extremely worthwhile
charity.
For more information visit the MCA Canada website at
www.mcac.ca, call the office at 613-232-0492 or email
[email protected] for your copy of the “Operation Eyesight
Pledge Package.”
BULLETIN #9
MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGE PROGRAMS
Helping our members succeed is one of MCA Canada’s highest priorities. That’s why we continue to develop
the “Membership Advantage Program”, a group of business services designed to save you time and money.
Your participation produces many important benefits, the two main advantages are:
1- your company gains essential business services at a great price and
2- MCA Canada uses the royalties to develop additional programs and services for you enjoy as a member.
AON - offers MCA Canada members with expanded coverage and preferred rates on general liability, automobile, property, risk and criminal protection,
surety/bonding and more. To find out more contact your local AON representative, call MCA Canada at 613-232-0492 or visit the website at www.mcac.ca.
Avis & Budget Rent a Car - provides members preferred pricing. For further details contact the MCA Canada office by phone at 613-232-0492 or email
[email protected]. You can also call your local Avis (BCD# C513200) or Budget (BCD# A763600) office or visit the website at www.avis.ca or www.budget.ca.
ClearFit- Hiring Tools To Ensure The Right Candidate - Now, mechanical contractors can hire faster, smarter, and cheaper. Not to mention, using ClearFit
helps control labor costs, boosts retention, and increases employee productivity. To learn more visit ClearFit.com/mcac
Choice Hotels - has collaborated with MCA Canada to offer members discount hotel rates on their more than 260 hotels across the country and the 5,000
plus hotels around world. For reservation details please visit www.choicehotels.ca or call 800-424-6423 and use ID # 00088654.
Chase Paymentech - offers preferred rates to MCA Canada members for processing Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Interac Direct Payment
services. Contact John Tierney by phone 877-552-5533 x 6120 or email [email protected].
Chrysler Canada – provides significant Commercial Fleet Purchase Discount Program to MCA Canada Members on most new Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep
products. Contact MCA Canada for a copy of your official letter or call Mike Young by phone at 905-821-6096 or email [email protected].
Equifax - MCA Canada members enjoy special pricing with instant access to credit reporting and credit scores, detailed analysis and the ability to obtain
valuable insight on industry suppliers and business partnerships. Contact Robert Simms by phone 416-227-5158 or email [email protected].
FedEx - FedEx invented express distribution and remains the industry’s global leader, providing rapid, reliable, time-definite delivery to more than 220
countries and territories within one to three business days. For information contact the MCA Canada office at 613-232-0492 or email [email protected].
Grand and Toy - has partnered with MCA Canada to provide discounts on most every-day office supplies, products and furniture. For more information,
please contact Domenico Iacovetti by phone 613-232-6240. Toll free at 866-812-9420, or email [email protected].
IHS Canada - offers member discounts on hardcopy technical industry standards, as well as government and military standards. To find out more details
call 1-800-568-1914 or visit the website at www.ihscanada.com.
Mark's Work Wearhouse – has partnered with MCA Canada to deliver discount pricing on work and safety wear, quality casual and business wear,
footwear and outdoor apparel. For your discount card(s) contact the MCA Canada office at 613-232-0492 or email [email protected].
Park’N Fly - offers you the ease of parking in a secure area at significantly discounted rates. For details on how to benefit from this program or to order your
discount card(s) contact the MCA Canada office at 613-232-0492 or email [email protected].
Petro-Canada - partnered with MCA Canada to supply rebates on a wide range of products and more specifically, fuels. These include gasoline, diesel fuel,
and alternative fuels. Contact the MCA Canada office at 613-232-0492 or email [email protected] for details.
Praxair – provides MCA Canada members with preferred rates on a combination of gases, equipment and consumables for innovative welding and cutting
solutions. Contact David Lesway at 800-225-8247/ 905 595-3768 or email [email protected] for details.
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MCA CANADA ADDRESS’ MCA OF AMERICA!
On March 16, 2013, on the occasion of the
Annual National Convention of the mechanical
Contractors Association of America,
MCA Canada Chairman, Brad Diggens,
addressed their Board of Directors of the
Mechanical Contractors as well as international
representatives from the United Kingdom,
Australia, and, of course, United States.
The following are excerpts of Chairman Diggens'
presentation:
Yesterday we had our International Alliance
of MCA’s meeting which once again generated meaningful and informative dialogue all
of which we can bring back to our own countries for the benefit of our respective memberships. I had the privilege of Chairing that
meeting!
“On behalf of the Executive Committee,
Board of Directors, and the general membership of the Mechanical Contractors Association Canada, I wish to thank MCA of America
for inviting us to your Annual Convention
again this year.
 We have been across Canada several
times attending and participating in industry
related events and conferences, always representing the needs of our members.
This convention is special because we have
chosen to hold our national (Board of Directors) midyear meetings in conjunction with
your event this year. You have made us feel
more than comfortable and welcome…..
as usual!
We have been extremely busy since we saw
you last:
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Speaking of conferences, we held a very
successful national conference this past November in Maui,Hawaii where we had the
pleasure of having, as our guests, MCAA CEO
John Gentille and his wife Sally and President
Mac Lynch and his lovely wife Debbie.
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We even had the pleasure of being with
our good friends from Northern California on
that occasion since they were having a meeting at the same location at the same time.
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We continued to work with the National
Trade Contractors Coalition of Canada attempting to have prompt payment legislation
introduced in several provinces. I am pleased
to announce that we have an agreement with
the Ontario General Contractors Association
on the wording of such legislation for the
province of Ontario and we will be lobbying
together very soon.
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Once again, we worked with the Canadian
Institute of Plumbing and Heating to promote
World Plumbing Day in Canada on March 11th
of this year.
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We are holding our 8th National Middle
Management Conference this March in
Halifax, Nova Scotia.
BULLETIN #11
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Our service contractors continued to offer
certification for contractors and their employees and are now educating building owners
and managers on the benefits of hiring certified contractors.
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We continued to offer many management
related educational programs.
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We became involved working with other
organizations to address such issues as upcoming labour shortages, strengthening our
national skilled trade training standards,
enhancing and promoting our industry's
image, and convincing the federal government to provide tax incentives for building
owners for energy efficient retrofits.
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Over the past few days we had our annual
Winter Meetings here, in San Antonio, where
we spent our time concentrating on the
business of the industry and Association.
Involved in these meetings were members of
our Board of Directors and provincial and
zone MCA managers.
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And the last thing I wanted to mention
was that we are diligently working on our
next national conference which is scheduled
for September 28-28, 2013 .
The conference will be held at the Fairmont Hotel in Winnipeg, Manitoba-home of
the Canadian Football League’s Winnipeg
Blue Bombers. You are all invited to attend
and we would love to see you there!
Last year in Orlando I mentioned one thing in
closing …something that I am very proud of.
Over the past several years, the Chairman of
MCA Canada has selected a particular charity
to promote during his term of office and it
was called, quite simply, the “Chairman’s
Charity”.
I say “was” because recently it became MCA
Canada’s charity of choice. I am speaking of a
charity called “Operation Eyesight “which
helps to eradicate eye diseases, such as trachoma, of the people living in third world
countries. Last year MCA of America was extremely generous and contributed towards
the drilling of a well in Zambia thereby providing the people there with clean water.
What this means is that you have saved lives
in that country. You should be proud of that!
Once again, thank you so much for the kind
invitation and we look forward to meeting you
all during the week.
Thank you!”
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Mechanical
Service
Contractors
of Canada
One Day Forum For
Service Contractors
September 25, 2013
FORUM FOR SERVICE CONTRACTORS
Please join us for this year’s “6th National Forum for Service
Contractors.” The Mechanical Service Contractors of Canada (MSCC)
will once again be hosting our popular one-day event in Winnipeg, MB
September 25 on the occasion of MCA Canada’s Annual National
Conference.
This unique program offers you the opportunity to discuss issues of
common interest, participate in educational sessions and establish
business relationships…all in a relaxed and social atmosphere.
For MCA members attending the 2013 National Conference,
this event is included as part of your program and is complimentary.
This event only happens once-a-year so don’t miss out!
More information will be available shortly on the MSCC website
www.servicecontractor.ca.
BULLETIN #13
2013 INFORMATION GUIDE
There is a substantial amount of information and resources available to you
as a member of MCA Canada. To make it easier for you to find exactly what
you need, a new publication was developed last year. This year we are
pleased to present the 2013 edition.
MCA Canada’s Information Guide is an all-in-one periodical, published
annually, containing several of our previous publications combined into
one easy to use magazine. Whether you’re looking for educational
programs, business tools, manuals, suppliers, benefit programs, or MCA
offices, they are all contained here. By now you should have already
received your 2013 edition.
An online version is available for download on the MCA Canada website
under the “Publications” tab. MCA Canada’s 2013 Information Guide, your
single source for association programs and services.
CMCEF/Federated
Insurance Scholarship
Building Tomorrow’s
Leaders Today!
Today!
Submissions Open Until June 30th
The CMCEF/Federated Insurance
Scholarship is open for applications.
Once again this year, not only will
sons, daughters or legal wards of
persons who are
full-time salaried employees of
mechanical contracting firms
be eligible, but also members
of MCA Canada Student
Chapters. Please visit the
CMCEF website
www.cmcef.org for all
scholarship details
and to download
the application
form. The
closing date
for
application
is June
30th,
2013.
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ASSOCIATE COUNCIL REPORT
With 2013 well underway, several new and interesting projects are rolling out that
should increase the contractor member’s access to information on new and innovative
products and services. These new programs were discussed at the latest Associates
Council Meeting, which was held during the MCEE Trade Show in Montreal in April.
First, the Associates will introduce an updated, online version of the Associates
Council Newsletter to include case studies and project profiles. Advertising has been
eliminated and the articles will be informative and educational, which will make this a
“must read” for the contractor members.
In addition, we are looking at updating the MCA Canada website to include a
searchable database. This will make it much easier for contractor members to find
preferred vendors and the products and services they need to deliver on projects.
Tim Meadows , Chairman
MCAC Associate Council
With 100+ Associate Members, the Council is always supportive of the efforts to expand
supplier membership by focusing on larger manufacturing and distribution organizations
that benefit from the work of the Association but don’t participate. The Council will continue
to provide input into the recruitment strategies, promotional collateral and communication efforts.
The Associate Members continue to encourage and support the efforts of the service division, MSCC.
The programs and services align well with the efforts of the Associates. The supplier channel is considered a
valuable source of information for the contractors and the efforts of the service division provides some great
data which the sales and marketing people can pass on. The Council unanimously agreed to support the
recruitment efforts of the MSCC and has asked for sales and marketing collateral that can be passed down
from the Council members to their customer facing staff.
Finally, the Annual Conference is a highly anticipated event for the Associates as it allows us to interact with
contractors in a relaxed and social environment. The Maui convention was extremely successful from our
perspective. The sponsorship opportunities were extensive and represented great value. Once again,
sponsorship was up in Maui. There were many opportunities to interact with the contractor members and the
venue was first rate. The conference Trade Show was very well attended and quite successful. Again, the
format, which partners the table top with a breakfast and the Annual General Meeting, has proven to be quite
effective. Everyone is looking forward to this year’s event in Winnipeg this September. The Associates are
eager to volunteer and if any interactive events are scheduled, they would be willing to act in whatever capacity
is required.
All in all, this should prove to be a great year and we are all looking forward to the continued growth of the
mechanical industry and the Association. If I don’t see you before, I look forward to seeing you in Winnipeg!
Respectfully submitted,
Tim Meadows
Chairman
MCAC Associate Council
BULLETIN #15
MCA CANADA
ASSOCIATE MEMBERS
The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada recognizes that
our Associate Members are a vital part of our industry, and our Association.
Associate Members provide tremendous support by volunteering their time
and resources, as well as keeping our members educated and informed.
MCA Canada’s Associate Members are a valuable resource; please
remember to ‘Support Those Who Support you’re association’.
Accubid A Division of Trimble
Advanced Commercial Pool &
Spa
Air Liquide Canada
Allpriser Ltd.
Alltemp Products Co. Ltd.
American Standard
Anvil International Canada
AON Reed Stenhouse Inc.
A.O. Smith WPC Canada
Apollo Valves
B.A. Robinson Co. Ltd.
Bibby Ste. Croix
Bradford – White Canada
Butt’s Pumps & Motors Limited
Canadian Copper & Brass D.A.
Canplas Industries Ltd.
Carmichael Engineering Ltd.
Cello Products Inc.
Craftmark Pipe Markers
Crane Supply
Dahl Brothers Canada Ltd.
Daily Commercial News
Dobbin Sales Ltd.
E.H. Price Ltd.
E. Myatt & Company Inc.
Emco Corporation
Evapco Inc.
Fairview Fittings & Mfg. Ltd.
Federated Insurance
Flocor Inc.
Franke Kindred Industries
Garth Industrial
G.F. Thompson Co. Ltd.
GPS Insight
Grundfos Canada Inc.
Heenan Blaikie LLP
HKMB HUB International
HPAC Magazine
IPEX Inc.
Jonas Software
Kilmer Environmental Inc.
LynCar Products Ltd.
MA Stewart & Sons Ltd.
Maestro Technologies Inc.
Mainline Backflow Products
Marsh Canada Ltd.
Masco Canada Plbg. Group
MCW Consultants Ltd.
Mechanical Business Magazine
MCW Consultants Ltd.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co.
Milwaukee Valve Canada
Miura Canada Co. Ltd.
Moen Incorporated
NCI Canada Inc.
Noble
Norton Rose Canada
Novanni Stainless Inc.
N-TWO Cryogenic Enterprise
O S & B Ltd.
Oatey Canada Inc.
OFS Consulting Ltd.
Oventrop Corporation
Parker Legris Transair
Penta Technologies Inc.
Petrela, Winter & Associates
Plad Equipment Ltd.
Plumbing & HVAC Product News
Praxair Canada Inc.
Project DocControl
Quality Control Council of Canada
Quickpen, A Trimble Company
Quote Software Inc.
RHEEM Canada Ltd.
Reliance Worldwide Canada Inc.
Royal Pipe Systems
Ryerson Canada
S.A. Armstrong Limited
Seton
Smillie McAdams Summerlin (SMS)
Sumner Manufacturing Canada Inc.
Syntec Process Equipment Ltd.
Taco Canada
Taylor Pipe Supports
Technical Sales International
Travelers Insurance Co. of Canada
Tyco Fire & Building Products
Uponor Canada Inc.
Usines Giant Factories
Victaulic
VIEGA LLC
Viessmann Manufacturing Co. Ltd.
VPI Inc.
WaterGroup Companies Inc.
Watts Industries Canada
Weil-McLain Canada
Westlake Industries
Wilo Canada Inc.
Wolseley Canada Inc.
ZURN Industries Ltd.
* As of April 30, 2013
SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT YOUR ASSOCIATION
#16 BULLETIN
REGISTRATION COMING SOON
Mechanical Contractors Association of CANADA
72nd Annual NATIONAL Conference
September 25 - 28, 2013 Winnipeg, MB
UPCOMING INDUSTRY EVENTS
Date(s)
Event & Location
May 3—May 4, 2013
MCA British Columbia - Osoyoos, BC
May 9 - 12, 2013
MCA Alberta Conference - Jasper, AB
May 23 - June 1, 2013
MCA Ontario Conference - Paris, France
May 29, 2013
MCA Western Regional Meeting - Saskatoon, SK
May 30 - June 1, 2013
MCA Saskatchewan - Saskatoon, SK
May 31—June 1, 2013
CCA Meetings - Kelowna, BC
June 16 - 18, 2013
CIPH Conference - Halifax, NS
Sept. 25 - 28, 2013
MCA Canada’s Conference - Winnipeg, MB
Oct. 4 - 6, 2013
CANS Annual General Meeting - Digby, NS