The Prince George Construction Association would like to welcome the following members:     Weekly Update November 7, 2014 All Points Fire Protection Ltd Westburne Electrical Supply Clint Dahl—Royal Lepage Maple Reinders Inc. Prince George Construction Association Named Official Supplier Prince George, BC – The Prince George Construction Association has been named the newest Official Supplier for the 2015 Canada Winter Games. Through the development of the 2015 Canada Winter Games Outdoor Ice Oval Enhancement Project, presented by the Prince George Construction Association, a legacy facility will be built that will provide long-term operational efficiencies and support future event-hosting opportunities. “We are proud of the partnership with the Prince George Construction Association as it represents the true spirit of the 2015 Games,” says Stuart Ballantyne, CEO of the 2015 Canada Winter Games. “Providing meaningful legacies for the region is one of the 2015 Games’ seven pillars and we are grateful for the commitment, dedication and support of the Prince George Construction Association.” “On behalf of the Board of Directors of the Prince George Construction Association, we are pleased that we were able to partner with the 2015 Canada Winter Games and to be able to build the 2015 Games Outdoor Ice Oval Enhancement Legacy Project,” says Mike Fawcett, Chair of the Prince George Construction Association. “Thank you to the PGCA Staff and Committee Members, as well our Member Firms who have come together to make this project a reality.” “It is exciting for our Association to undertake this Project and build a facility that will enhance the ability of the community to attract additional events to our City,” says Rosalind Thorn, President, PGCA. “Through generous donations of time, services and funding from Member Firms and Friends of the Association, the Ice Oval Society will find numerous efficiencies in their ongoing maintenance of the Oval.” “The Prince George Construction Association provides a valuable service to our community, promoting construction investment opportunities and lobbying for increased safety in the industry,” says Mayor Shari Green of Prince George. “PGCA’s continued commitment to this region is further evidenced by their involvement with the 2015 Canada Winter Games as an Official Supplier. Welcome to the team.” Construction began early October 2014 and is scheduled for completion December 2014. Update to BOBS Rules of Procedure Effective November 4, 2014, amended Rules of Procedure for BidCentral Online Bidding for Subcontractors (BOBS) are in effect for all projects closing after this date. A summary of the amendments to the BOBS Rules of Procedure are as follows: ● Appendix A, Standard Exclusions: Added language in the introduction to accommodate some flexibility in the amending of the Standard Exclusions by Pre-Bid Interpretation. ● Appendix A, Standard Exclusions, Section 05100 –Metals: amended Standard Exclusion for materials lighter than 11 gauge (2.8 mm) ● Appendix A, Standard Exclusions, Section 05500 - Miscellaneous Metals: amended Standard Exclusion to clarify integral ferrous metal fabrications ● Appendix C, BCCA 204 Bond Form: amended language to accommodate bid closing date changes. Note: the Surety Industry has been advised of this change via a separate announcement. Please contact us if you have any questions about these updates. Help for Local Small Business Nominations SBBC Awards 2015 Small business owners have the opportunity to be recognized as one of BC's top entrepreneurs for their contribution to their local community and to the global economy as part of the Small Business BC Awards. They have already received some very exciting nominees from Abbotsford, Chilliwack, Kamloops, Kelowna, Maple Ridge, New Westminster, Port Alberni, Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey, Vancouver, Vernon, Victoria, Whistler and Williams Lake, among others. Nominations and voting are open from October 1, 2014 to November 30, 2014, and are accepted by both the business owners themselves and third-party nominations. There are 10 award categories, including two new awards for BEST EMERGING ENTREPRENEUR and BEST IMMIGRANT ENTREPRENEUR. Winners will receive the Premier's Prize of $1,500 cash and a oneyear All-Access Pass to Small Business BC education and experts, professional business mentorship and the opportunity for extensive media exposure. As well as the honour of being named a top BC business! www.sbbcawards.ca From left to right: Iain Elder, Stu Ballantyne, Mayor Shari Green, Kathy Lewis BC Construction Association North 3851 Eighteenth Avenue ♦ Prince George, BC ♦ V2N 1B1 Ph: 250.563.1744 ♦ Fax: 250.563.1107 www.bccanorth.ca The Prince George Construction Association would like to welcome the following members:     Weekly Update November 7, 2014 Page 2 All Points Fire Protection Ltd Westburne Electrical Supply Clint Dahl—Royal Lepage Maple Reinders Inc. Never too Early to Start Planning 5 Ways to Improve Career Awareness: Parents We are planning our Winter 2014-2015 course offerings. If there is a course you would like us to facilitate, please contact Jennifer Terry, Education Coordinator at 250-614-1729 or The Construction Centre will be closed Tuesday November 11th to observe Remembrance Day. Construction Sector—Project Management Tools & Techniques Dates: 2 day workshop (8:30 - 4:30), PRINCE GEORGE Dec 15-16, 2014 BC Construction Association - North, 3851 18th Ave, Prince George, BC Price: Members $749 / Non-members $899 Earn Professional Credits From: Project Management Institute / Gold Seal What the Workshop Provides A comprehensive overview of construction sector project management techniques so you can effectively plan, manage, and control projects. Theory and practical examples of methodologies provided in an interactive format. Industry professional instructors. Parents are key influencers when it comes to their children's decisions about post-secondary education and careers, making them an important audience for apprenticeship stakeholders committed to promoting apprenticeship and the skilled trades. In CAF-FCA's latest report, Parent Perceptions of Careers in the Skilled Trades, parents identified 5 ways we can better connect youth to the information they need:  Provide clear information about apprenticeship requirements  Give youth more opportunities to learn about the skilled trades  Advise parents how to help their children find an employer sponsor  Encourage teachers to talk positively about careers in the skilled trades Outline information on course selection requirements that prepare youth for skilled trades careers This report is available to CAF-FCA Members 2014 Scholarship & Bursary— Now Accepting Applications! Deadline for application submissions is Friday November 14, 2014 For a complete application, visit www.pgca.bc.ca For more information, contact Jennifer Terry, Education Coordinator at 250-617-1729 or email at [email protected] REGISTER TODAY! Contact Jennifer Terry at 250-614-1729 [email protected] Upcoming Education & Training Sessions and Online Courses Date Course Summary Register November 19 & 20, 2014 (Prince George) COR Auditor Training This two day course is based on the COR National Audit Document and teaches permanent employees how to evaluate the performance of their company's health and safety program. Click here for more information and registration December 15 & 16, 2014 (Prince George) Project Management Tools & Techniques This two day course is a comprehensive overview of construction sector project management techniques so you can effectively plan, manage, and control projects. Theory and practical examples of methodologies provided in an interactive format. Industry professional instructors. Contact Jennifer Terry at 250.614.1729