DIRT 2020, the official publication of the Lethbridge Construction

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Official Publication of the Lethbridge Construction Association

2020

#52

It’s Cool to be Blue!

Justin Fisher is breaking the stereotypes on what it’s like to be a plumber

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Sunny Side Up

Lethbridge business installs solar panels and sees energy and cost savings

Helen Schuler Nature Centre (LEEDÂŽ Gold Certified)

CASA Community Arts Centre

Senator Joyce Fairbairn Middle School (LEEDÂŽ Gold Certified)

S E R V I N G L E T H B R I D G E S I N C E 1989 At Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd., our passion is to succeed.

We are committed to maintaining meaningful relationships with our valued clients and trusted industry partners, and to delivering best-in-class services.

With a focus on cost efficiency, value engineering, schedule control, environmental sustainability & safety, we have earned a reputation for being an industry leader in delivering exceptional light industrial, commercial, institutional, and retail projects in Alberta & British Columbia.

CONTACT US: Unit 100, 2818 - 5 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB | P: 403-942-0316 www.dawsonwallace.com

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT | DESIGN-BUILD | GENERAL CONTRACTING

3604 18th Ave N Lethbridge AB 403-328-6698 www.wardbros.ca Chinook Arch Regional Library Renovation

Flexahopper Plastics Office Renovation

Where people work collaboratively to build on a foundation of trust, integrity and family values to develop themselves through hard work and determination that provides enduring value to the community we work, live and play in.

Integrity ⚫ Honesty ⚫ Quality ⚫ Community ⚫ Family ⚫ Relationships

General Contracting

Construction Management

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in this issue

2020

Association Messages

8 Message from the President of the LCA, Richard Thiessen

10 Message from the Executive Director of the LCA, Erin Low

12 The 2020/21 LCA Board of Directors Ask Your Dirt Crew

14 Ask the Dirt Crew!

Training and Printing

17 Upcoming year events and training opportunities

18 Valued member-only services

ON THE COVER 52 It’s cool to be blue!

Justin Fisher is breaking the stereotypes on what it’s like to be a plumber Government/Industry Messages

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24

Message from the Premier of Alberta, Jason Kenney

Influence, Engage. Deliver.

The CCA looks back on 2019

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26

Message from MLA of Lethbridge-East, Nathan Neudorf

Alberta Construction Association update

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Building excellence with Gold Seal

Message from MLA of Lethbridge-West, Shannon Phillips

23 Message from the Mayor of Lethbridge, Chris Spearman

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28 30 A strong start to the decade and dealing with extenuating circumstances

Serving the Community of Lethbridge Since 1979

Lifting Your Business to New Heights 403-320-8117

in this issue

2020

LCA Bulletin

LCA Milestones

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60

LCA Bulletin – A year in review

Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. celebrates 40 years in business

Toasts!

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42

Lethbridge College celebrates 50 years of electrician apprenticeships

Toasts!

A Look Back at Local Projects

44 LCA members highlight reel

48 LCA jurisdiction

49 Beautifying Southern Alberta Features

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65 Neu-Lite Electric Inc. acquires Cox Electric and Solar Optix Energy Services

66 Construction and community for over 25 years at Westco Construction

68 Westco Construction announces new general manager

Sunny side up: Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. installs solar panels

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Built with generosity: LCA and contributions from its members making a difference to Lethbridge College students

Silver Ridge Construction celebrates 20 years in business

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2020 LCA membership listings

Tollestrup Construction building Lethbridge for over 80 years

LCA Member Listings

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Connecting you to where the work is: BuildWorks Canada update

Keep a look out for this symbol on advertisements throughout the magazine which indicates LCA member companies.

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Additional Information

80 Standard documents 84 CDBI order forms 86 Where do your LCA fees go?

88 Index to advertisers

Lethbridge Construction Association

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Association Messages

Message from the President of the LCA

RICHARD THIESSEN

As a group of companies representing the commercial construction industry, we will play an integral part of the sustainability and revitalization of the local infrastructure and economy.

“Succeeding at business is more like running cross country then running hurdles”.

As businesses, we pick targets, create objectives, determine pathways to success, make plans, and then we

well because the obstacles that you

As you can see in the following pages,

will face are unknown and challenging.

our industry has participated in some

Construction along with all other

very creative and important projects this

industries is dealing with many unknown

past year. We have built projects that

and challenging factors at this time.

will represent our community well going

The Lethbridge Construction

into the future. These projects are part of

feel like we can predict or at least

Association recently presented to

the business and social network and will

manage the future. 2020 was set to be

city council, and in that presentation

continue to help the City of Lethbridge

a year of challenges, but we thought

we stated that we were a group

and surrounding area move forward. As

the challenges were known and we all

of businesses that handle large

a construction association, with all the

thought we had a plan to move through

volumes of work while remaining

varied members that we represent, we

this year. Then along came COVID-19.

light enough on our feet to react to

are proud to partner with our community

The predictable challenges of a “normal”

market variations. Our flexibility and

to build for the future. We are thankful

year in a slow economy are like running

strength will be challenged as we move

for the positive relationship that we

hurdles. The obstacles are expected

through 2020/2021. We will all need

are able to have with our community.

and you can prepare for the way over

to be well managed and adaptable

As we look to the future, we anticipate

them. 2020 right now looks more like a

in the year ahead. As a group of

many more years and many more great

cross-country race. You know that the

companies representing the commercial

projects and partnerships with the great

terrain is going to be difficult, but you

construction industry, we will play an

community that makes up Lethbridge

don’t always know what the obstacles

integral part of the sustainability and

and Southern Alberta. s

are going to look like. You know that you

revitalization of the local infrastructure

will need to be in shape and prepare

and economy.

We have built projects that will represent our community well going into the future.

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Message from the Executive Director

ERIN LOW

Welcome to DIRT, the first issue of

in the Beautifying Southern Alberta

the new Lethbridge Construction

section (page 48) and congratulate our

We think our members are

Association magazine! We have worked

members on their company’s milestones

hard over the past year to try and come

(page 64).

pretty great and can’t pass

As always, a major component to our

up with a different focus, look and feel to

up the opportunity to brag

the annual magazine that we send out to

industry is the trades. Our new feature

about the fantastic projects

you every year. We are excited about all

and cover story, It’s Cool To Be Blue, features a local tradesman who has

they are building in our

the changes and we hope you like what we have done.

accomplished so much in his young

With that, we completely threw out

career and helps dispel the stereotypical

the old template and are starting fresh.

stigmas often associated with blue collar

We wanted to better showcase our

trades, a vital element of the construction

members and the terrific work they are

industry. Be sure to check out Justin’s

doing throughout the region. We think

story on page 56.

our members are pretty great and can’t

We hope you enjoy the changes we

pass up the opportunity to brag about

have made and invite your feedback and

the fantastic projects they are building

suggestions to continue to improve next

in our communities. Be sure to check out

year’s issue! And remember to send us

the highlight reel of projects completed

your project photos throughout the year

throughout the past year (page 44), see

so they can be featured next year.

some amazing before and after pictures

communities.

Take care! s

Serving Southern Alberta for 40 Years

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Industrial

Commercial

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We now do everything from stripping to paving.

Ground Breakers Construction Inc. PO Box 989, Coaldale, AB T1M 1M8

(403) 345-5513 www.groundbreakers.co

CWB Certified Quality CWBWorkmanship Certified Quality Workmanship

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Derochie Painting Ltd. Painting • Sandblasting • Protective Coatings • Foaming

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Office: 403-380-4248 • Fax: 403-380-4436 www.derochie.ca

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BOARD OF DIRECTORS

The 2020-2021 LCA Board of directors

President Richard Thiessen Silver Ridge Construction Ltd.

Past president Derek O’Connor Westco Construction

First vice-president Darren Guenther DMT Group of Companies

Second vice-president Hayley Feyter Zero Gravity Crane & Rigging Inc.

Director Colin Ward Ward Bros. Construction

Director Joe Schwark Alpine Drywall (Lethbridge) Ltd.

Director Matthew Gilmore Astro Insurance 1000

Director Ron Vandermeer K.B. Heating & A/C Ltd.

Director Dan Wood MPE Engineering

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Director Jonathan Hamilton Tollestrup Construction Inc.

Director Theresa Yauck FWBA Architects

Director Neil Pozzi Read Jones Christoffersen

Director Evan Barr Neu-Lite Electric

Director Ben Guliker Nitro Construction

Director Francis Rankin Lethbridge College

Director Tara Lennox Select People Solutions

Executive director Erin Low LCA staff

Executive assistant Rhonda LaRose LCA staff

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Ask Your Dirt Crew

Ask the Dirt crew!

How do you get value from the LCA? You show up!

Q: Why should I become a member of the LCA? A: W e here on the Dirt Crew believe that an active membership equals a strong voice which equals positive outcomes.

direct access to the BuildWorks online

have some other surprises up our sleeves

plans room. This is the best way to learn

once we get further into our social media

about new tender opportunities. What a

strategic plan.

valuable tool to have!

We also provide free Commissioner

Lastly, one of the values many of our members do not know about is the

Leaning into your membership can

of Oaths services to sign your statutory

amount of government advocacy the

have endless possibilities. However, your

declarations at no charge to members,

LCA Board of Directors and office staff

membership will be what you put into it.

low-cost wide-scale printing services, and

do. There are numerous committees at

This means that if you aren’t utilizing the

so much more.

the local and provincial level that our

services and/or opportunities it allows

We work with the Alberta Construction

board members sit on. They advocate

Safety Association (ACSA) to offer

for the members of the LCA and issues

So… how do you get the value?

monthly safety courses in Lethbridge,

specific to our industry. They make sure

You show up!

as well as Merit College of Construction

your concerns are known and fight for

You show up to the lunch and learns,

then there isn’t much value.

courses, Gold Seal Certification courses,

you. A little bit of the “squeeky wheel

the AGM, the golf tournament… these

and BuildForce online courses. All of these

gets the grease”, if you know what we

events provide a unique opportunity

are provided to you at a cheaper cost than

mean.

to get out there and get recognized.

you would pay if you weren’t a member.

Anyway, please come on down to the office. Come see your Dirt Crew. Ask us

You never know who you may meet at

Of course, new this year is the premier

one of these events. Not only that, but

issue of our newly named DIRT magazine.

questions. We are always willing to extoll

our learning series starting mid 2020

Each year this magazine is going to

our virtues. You can also follow us on

is geared towards small businesses,

promote the awesome things our

Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook if you

especially to provide information on

members are doing. Your business has

want to know more.

struggles that our business and industry

the opportunity to get recognized at this

encounter every day.

level which goes out to 2,000 readers.

Sincerely,

What a great way to be seen! We also

The Dirt Crew s

Your membership also allows you

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Architectural Hardware Hollow Metal/Wood Doors & Frames Access Control Systems Toilet Partitions & Washroom Accessories Lockers & Miscellaneous Specialties Operable Walls Automatic Door Operators Installation & Service Consulting & Specifications

We look forward to hearing from you!

Keep a look out for this symbol on advertisements throughout the magazine which indicates LCA member companies.

CARSON MORTON, ARTIST.

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Services provided at our shop or at customer job site.

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of aggregate construction materials with a proud history as a successful, family-run business based in Calgary.

Over the last 108 years we have embraced innovative technology and new marketplaces while always maintaining the vision and values that were first introduced by our founder, James F. Burns.

Today we continue our unwavering commitment to safety, our solid focus on family leadership and our steady, dependable growth into the future.

Aggregate | Asphalt Ready Mix | Landscape Centres

403-381-6110 www.BURNCO.com BURNCO - Lethbridge Construction Assoc. - March 2020

In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, our educational providers have moved many of our classroom courses to Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT) courses. Please email admin@lethconst.ca to register for these courses. Check out our website for more info on these upcoming classes!

LCA is pleased to be able to offer the following by Perry Educational Services: • Construction Specifications 101 • Managing Shop Drawings, Samples and Submittals • Earned Value Management (EVM) for Construction • Getting Paid and Managing the Cash Flow • Managing Change in Construction • MS Project – Basics & Intermediate • MS Excel for Construction • Field Productivity 101 • Field Scheduling 101 • Construction 101 course • CCDC 101 Contracts • CCA Subcontracts 101 • Read the Full Contract – Deep Dive Into CCDC2 BuildForce Canada is a national organization committed to the development of a highly skilled construction workforce.

The following courses have been created for estimators, superintendents and project managers who must deal effectively and professionally with employees, sub-trades, owners, clients, engineers and their employees. Call the LCA office to register or for more information!

Management Courses: • Communication, Negotiation, Conflict Resolution (CNCR) • Construction Industry Ethics (CIE) • Construction Law (CL) • Construction Project Management (CPM) • Introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM); Intro to Construction Estimating (CE) • First Level Supervisor Training Program (FLST) • Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace (WRIW)

Training and Printing

upcoming education seminars, online training and webinars Safety Courses: • Confined Spaces Safety Awareness (CSP); • Pipeline Construction Safety Training (PCST) The Alberta Construction Safety Association also moved a number of their courses online & VILT format. Check out their website www.youracsa.org to register or for more info call 1-855-723-8734.

• Construction Safety Training System (CSTS 2020) Fundamentals FREE • CSTS 2020 Add-on Modules FREE • Domestic Violence Awareness in Your Workplace FREE • Electrical Safety Training System (ESTS) 2018 • First Responder Wellness (101) • Health & Safety Committees and Representatives • Mental Health Prevention and Psychological Safety Training • Propane on the Work Site FREE • Transportation of Dangerous Goods • WHMIS 2015 (Generic) FREE • Alberta Occupational Health & Safety Legislation Awareness (LEG) • Auditor Training Program Recertification (ATPR) • Construction Safety Administration (CSA) • Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE) Registration is now OPEN for the following Virtual Instructor Led Training ACSA courses: • AB Occupational Health & Safety Legislation Awareness (LEG) • Auditor Training Program Recertification (ATPR) • Leadership for Safety Excellence (LSE) • Construction Safety Administration (CSA) Lunch & Learn seminars for 2020/21 • Collections: Show Me My Money • HR: Employees Start to Finish • Insurance: Protect Yourself • Mental Health: Work/Life Balance • Bonding: What Is It? Bonding 101 • Invoicing: Cash Is King • Budgeting: The Bottom Line

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valued member-only services As a fiscally responsible non-profit organization, the LCA aims to provide cost-effective services to our members, including: Blueprint reproduction and plans room Fast and convenient, we can assist you with all your printing and scanning needs. Blueprints can be ordered through the LCA office by email or in person. We offer quick turn arounds and can print standard-sized to oversized documents.

Size B&W Colour

36” x 48”

$3.00

N/A

30” x 42”

$3.00

N/A

24” x 36”

$3.00

N/A

11” x 17”

$0.50

$0.75

8.5” x 11”

$0.20

$0.35

*Non-member orders are welcome.

Standard contract documents/construction guides Reduce risk and improve your bottom line by utilizing industrystandard forms of construction contract documents. The CCA helps you simplify the way you conduct business and save time and money with its standard contract documents that are upto-date, easy to understand, and familiar to all parties.

CCA & CCDC documents are developed through a consultative process with representatives from all sectors in the construction industry. These consensus-based documents carry the endorsement of the four constituent national organizations.

A lawyer from the Canadian Bar Association, construction law section, also sits as an ex-officio member of the committee.

SEGO Wholesale Distributor of Pumps and Water Systems since 1975

available to non-members at $10/document. s

Keep a look out for this symbol on advertisements throughout the magazine which indicates LCA member companies.

Sego Industries A division of Sego Water Group

Since 1975, contractors have counted on Sego Industries to supply the very best in pump products. Our extensive line-up of brands backed by our knowledgeable staff will give you the best result for your pumping application.

“Your Trusted Source for Health & Safety Solutions” Sheri Mathieu, C.Tech, NCSO Project Safety Manager #240-2910 16 Ave. North Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E9

LETHBRIDGE 3905 14th Ave North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 6P6 Ph 403 328 1770 • 800 565 8430 Fax 403 328 1445 • lethbridge@sego.ca

EDMONTON 18916 111 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5S 0B6 Ph 780 496 9753 • 800 496 9744 Fax 780-496-9947 • edmonton@sego.ca

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Commissioner for Oaths in Alberta Authorized LCA staff members with Commissioner of Oaths status (for construction documents) will sign documents such as statutory declarations and other documents free-ofcharge for LCA members. Commissioner for Oaths services are

Lethbridge Construction Association

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Health & Safety Consulting Training Services Farm Safety Services

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Celebrating 20 years and the construction of our new office.

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• Head-to-Toe Personal Protection • Gas Detection • Fall Protection • Lighting • Breathing Apparatus • First Aid • Industrial Supplies • Traffic Safety Supplies • Fire Equipment • Signs • Spill Kits • Locks/Lockouts

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Moriyama Wolsey Chartered Accountants

1412-3rd Avenue, South Lethbridge, Alberta T1J K6 “Your Small Business Advisors” www.moriyama-co.com

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311-33 Street North Lethbridge, Alberta Canada T1H 3Z6

Henry Bakker Certified journeyman

Ph. : 403-634-0592 Fax: 403-380-3075 Email: henry@caliberlandscaping.ca

Email: henry@caliberlandscaping.ca Jay & Jo Exteriors Ltd.

1907 7A Ave. N. Lethbridge, AB. T1H 0Z8

403.795.0672 www.jandjexteriors.com

Siding • Soffit • Windows • Doors • Fascia • Eavestrough

Mid-West Compressor Compressor – Sales & Service Parts and Repairs to All Makes Portable, Stationary

Mid-West Pump Experts in service station and bulk fuel plant installation and maintenance

Bus. (403) 329-0427 Fax. (403) 327-4660

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Message from MLA of Lethbridge-East

NATHAN NEUDORF

It is my honour to bring greetings to all members of the Lethbridge Construction Association on behalf of the Government of Alberta. Never before has it been so apparent that we are truly a part of a global economy. The spread of COVID-19 has certainly been on the top of everyone’s mind lately and the impact of it has certainly caused rumblings around the globe. Earlier this year, Alberta had numerous signs of economic recovery, investment was finding its way back to the province, capital spending was moving ahead getting ready for the summer season, and the hints of an early spring igniting the hopes of “getting into the ground” was a distinct possibility.

Now, just a few short weeks later, much

uncertainty over events beyond our

successes of the things we can. I believe the strength of Alberta is in our resiliency and our pioneering spirit. We have triumphed when faced with hardships before and can do so again.

You can be assured that this Government is working hard on getting Albertans back on jobsites all across our province. As your representative for Lethbridge-East and as someone who worked throughout the commercial construction industry, bringing good jobs to Alberta and getting Albertans back to work is of the highest priority to me. It is my vision that Lethbridge can continue to grow as a hub for investment

control or choose to focus on and make

to come. s

of that optimism has ground to a halt and largely to factors beyond Alberta’s control. What will the response be? How will this impact the Budget? Questions abound. But I would encourage all of our commercial construction industry to remember the strong economic foundation that has been set, remember the positive indicators of a month ago, and stay the course.

Spring is coming, many, many capital projects need to happen and more will likely be added to the list – we can have

Message from MLA of Lethbridge-West

shannon phillips

Congratulations on another busy year building community in Southern Alberta and on your 65th anniversary serving our community. Last year we saw the completion of the Park ‘n’ Ride Transit Terminal, the grand opening of Phase 2 of the ATB Centre, and many more much-needed updates to local infrastructure. These are projects that the public depends on, the economy depends on, and the employment sector depends on, all funded in part by provincial capital.

With our province and city facing strong economic headwinds in the

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coming year, investment in the public

.and growth, but also our growth

infrastructure projects is more important

opportunities going forward.

than ever. By making the choice to

The Lethbridge Construction

invest in infrastructure – like the recently

Association’s members and their work

cancelled Highway 3 bridge project –

are vital to the growth and development

governments can not only create activity

of our beloved city and I encourage

in industrial construction, but it “primes

members to continue to speak up about

the pump” for economic recovery

their concern. Together we can provide

by ensuring that when the economy

support and a voice for the members of

rebounds we have the roads, bridges,

the construction community.

schools, and other infrastructure for

Thank you to all the members of the

accountable growth. When we fail to

Lethbridge Construction Association.

invest in our province’s infrastructures,

You build more than buildings, you build

we are harming not just current jobs

Alberta. s

Lethbridge Construction Association

Message from the Mayor of Lethbridge

chris spearman

On behalf of Lethbridge City Council it is my pleasure to congratulate the Lethbridge Construction Association on their new publication, DIRT magazine – Discussing Ideas Around Construction.

While much of Alberta continues to deal with a challenging economy, I am pleased that the economy in Lethbridge remains comparatively strong. This can be attributed in part to the adaptability of our local construction industry and the leadership of the LCA. The construction industry is ideally positioned to respond to the needs and demands of our growing communities.

Innovation and creative solutions to

reuse. I thank the entire construction

address some of the challenges we

industry for making environmental

face as a municipality continue to

stewardship a priority as the recycling

tell us we can grow towards a more

functions of the construction industry

sustainable future. Generating ideas,

evolves.

new technologies, and ways of doing things will drive the change to make that happen.

Environmental stewardship is one of city council’s strategic goals. This includes

The LCA plays a vital role in fostering a strong, safe, and resilient workforce. Thank you to the Lethbridge Construction Association for continuing

finding ways for all sectors of our

to innovate and support our vibrant

community to participate in increasing

community. Lethbridge City Council looks

the percentage of waste that is diverted

forward to continuing our work together

from our landfill through recycling and

to build a secure and stable future. s

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Influence. Engage. Deliver.

CCA looks back on 2019

By Mary Van Buren, President, Canadian Construction Association

Year two of our five-year strategic plan was one that had the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) focused on increasing its profile as a trusted thought leader and strong industry advocate on issues that matter to our members. Together we are creating a more proactive, responsive, and engaging association.

The power of the industry in influencing the government #Construction4CDNs Being an election year, 2019 was a great opportunity to elevate our issues of concern to the government.

We launched our campaign, #Construction4CDNs, and its associated website (construction4cdns.ca), to call attention to the importance of strengthening investor confidence, supporting innovation and technology, planning and funding a long-term infrastructure strategy, and attracting a skilled, diverse and tech-savvy workforce.

Over 1,000 letters were sent to candidates – demonstrating the strength of working together to the benefit of the industry.

Hill-at-Home These four issues also formed the basis of our Hill-at-Home initiative – a first for the CCA – that had members meeting with local MPs in their ridings to amplify the industry’s voice in the summer leading up to the election campaign. The CCA held 58 meetings, six

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of those with cabinet ministers and one with the leader of the official opposition.

National Construction Day Tuesday, November 26, 2019 marked the CCA’s first annual National Construction Day. In collaboration with our partner associations, this day recognized and celebrated the dedicated, hard-working men and women instrumental in building and connecting our communities through infrastructure. Over the course of the day, we are proud to say that #Construction4CDNs was trending in Canada – cracking the top 10 at midday on Twitter!

A video highlighting the exciting and diverse careers and people that make up our industry was launched in connection with National Construction Day, and as part of our larger Talent Fits Here initiative. There will be more to come on this inspiring new campaign in 2020, but we invite you to visit cca-acc.com/ national-construction-day to watch the video.

Thanks to everyone who helped make Construction Day a success. Your tweets and re-tweets highlighting all the wonderful initiatives of our partner associations and members throughout the day was inspiring.

Prompt payment The CCA advocated for and was successful in having the government use a consultative process prior to finalizing legislation on federal prompt payment. Following the report in June

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2018, which addressed CCA’s concerns and recommendations, prompt payment legislation was officially introduced on April 8, 2019 as the Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act, a sub-section of Bill C-97, the Budget Implementation Act of 2019. We are proud to announce that the Federal Prompt Payment for Construction Work Act received royal assent on June 21, 2019. The date of its official enactment remains undetermined, but, according to various related documents, is designated to come into force “on a day to be fixed by order of the governor-in-council.”

The CCA will be working with the government on the development of policies that would make the legislation as efficient as possible.

Enhancing member services CCDC documents CCDC documents are a great example of how the industry – from owners to architects and contractors – work together. We have issued a few new and revised CCDC documents: • Revised CCDC 23 - A Guide to Calling Bids and Awarding Construction • New CCDC Master Specifications Division 00 • New CCDC 30 - IPD Contract In late 2019, the CCA piloted an introduction to CCDC documents webinar that has been viewed by over 350 people. Using technology strategically to share knowledge with more people, this webinar was a

The CCA advocated for and was successful in having the government use a consultative process prior to finalizing legislation on federal prompt payment.

compliment to our face-to-face seminars and is an important step forward in being digital first in communications, content, and services.

Gold Seal online The Gold Seal Certification program’s transition to online exams included everything from an update to the application portal to the actual exams themselves. Moving to a digital platform enhances the experience, as well as enables faster marking and collecting feedback.

Becoming a best-in-class association The CCA’s board has grown to 90 directors, well outside association standards for optimal and effective decision-making. At a special general meeting in September, CCA board and members unanimously endorsed the final recommendations brought forward by the governance renewal working group. The new model will result in a

smaller board; a new national advisory council to represent five sector voices, including civil, trade contractors, general contractors, manufacturers, suppliers and services, and local construction associations (LCAs); and two new board committees (audit/finance and nominations/governance), leading to increased opportunities to engage more people with the CCA.

Elevate the industry’s image: Use #CDNConstructionGives Through the CCA’s #CDNConstructionGives campaign, we have highlighted the charitable and community initiatives that companies, individuals, and partner associations across the country have undertaken in their regions. From local charity fundraisers to volunteering time and equipment for community projects, our industry is an integral part of the neighbourhoods in which they work. Our industry also continues to promote the

skilled trades as an excellent opportunity for all Canadians to consider as a career path.

The government and Canadian public, however, are not aware of how much you do in support of your communities; whether it is hiring atrisk youth or organizing food drives.

With over 4.5 million impressions since we started the campaign last summer, together we are raising the profile of the industry as a good corporate citizen and an employer of choice! See all #CDNConstructionGives action on ccaacc.com/cdnconstructiongives.

Let’s stay in contact Please email me at mvanburen@cca-acc.com if you have any feedback or comments on how the CCA can serve you better. Hear what is going on by subscribing to the CCA’s newsletter at bit.ly/ccasubscribe, by following @ConstructionCAN on Twitter, or by looking up Canadian Construction Association on LinkedIn. s

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ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION UPDATE

By Ken Gibson, Executive Director, Alberta Construction Association The Alberta Construction Association’s (ACA) 2020 chair Frederick Vine leads the ACA board in pursuing three priorities: Influencing the government’s policy agenda; support development of member capabilities; and advance industry interests with government procurement.

Influencing government The ACA advocacy is rooted in the fact that many Alberta families rely on a healthy construction industry, as onein-10 working Albertans directly earns their living in construction (240,000+ workers), with thousands more employed in related services and manufacturing.

Since the 2019 provincial election, the ACA has written the premier and key ministers aligning their platform of efficient government, red tape reduction,

creating jobs, and delivering on a transparent long-term capital plan with industry issues. The ACA has met with new ministers to advance our advocacy: • Service Alberta to advocate for a review of construction payment legislation • Advanced Education to propose revitalizing the apprenticeship board • Infrastructure to discuss the proposed act, P3s, and possible red tape reduction initiatives • Labour to advocate for changes to OHS and WCB, and to propose partnerships for workforce recruitment, development, and retention In each case, government ministers have been receptive to ACA advocacy, with the opportunity for the ACA to play a major role in consultations anticipated for 2020.

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The ACA is pleased to note that past chairs Paul Verhesen, Paul Heyens, and Colin Ward have each received appointments to the Skills for Jobs Task Force, charged with finding ways to expand and strengthen apprenticeship education and skilled trades opportunities to meet market demand.

Service Alberta has commenced a review of the Builders’ Lien Act and prompt pay, and the ACA is working closely with local construction associations and other stakeholders to achieve much-needed reform to ensure improved speed of payment.

The ACA supports the reintroduction of the option of banked overtime at 1:1 and is now providing input to government about changes to the averaging agreements. The ACA is also working with the government to revisit changes introduced by the previous government to Occupational Health and Safety and the WCB. The ACA continues to hear from members that not all of the changes fit the unique nature of construction work – weather conditions, remote locations, project-based work where the role for one trade may be affected by the completion of work by other trades.

Our advocacy focus remains squarely on two themes – advocating for sustainable, predictable investment so that our employees have steady predictable careers of choice, and advocacy to minimize unintended consequences that reduce the opportunity for our workers to earn the incomes they need to support their families. The ACA has submitted

The ACA advocacy is rooted in the fact that many Alberta families rely on a healthy construction industry, as one-in-10 working Albertans directly earns their living in construction (240,000+ workers), with thousands more employed in related services and manufacturing.

a number of red tape reduction

construction. Should NAIT’s request of

recommendations based on these

funding be approved by NSERC, this

concerns. The ACA appreciates the

will trigger more than $2 million of

support from Alberta Roadbuilders

construction research and innovation

and Heavy Construction Association,

across Alberta.

BILD AB, the Electrical Contractors Association, the Consulting Engineers of Alberta, and the Construction Labour Relations Association for a number of our

Government procurement The ACA continues to engage Alberta Infrastructure and Alberta Health

positions.

Services in dialogue to ensure efficient

Supporting member capabilities

delivery processes. Industry responded

The construction trade press and

and fair procurement and project to Infrastructure Minister Panda’s

industry commentators sound on an

challenge to improve efficient delivery

almost daily basis that the construction

suggesting areas to review including:

industry will be subject to more change

procurement processes including the

in the next five years than the last 50

current emphasis on selecting low bid,

years.

standard contracts and inappropriate

The ACA is pursuing a number of inter-

risk allocation; insufficient resources for

related projects to help our membership

complete design for tender documents;

respond to technological change.

scope changes post tender; payment

The ACA has recently written its

terms; stability in spend and investment

support for an application by NAIT for

in workforce to avoid labour shortages;

a province-wide initiative in digitizing

and more collaborative forms of project

delivery. The ACA has also requested representation on the procurement council recommended by the MacKinnon panel.

The ACA’s workshops on the implications of onerous non-standard contract terms has now completed Phase 2, engaging in dialogue directly with owners to better understand how the contracting industry prices onerous terms, and fostering dialogue to find win-win solutions of protecting owner interests while providing fair and profitable project opportunities for industry. The ACA will be publishing a short video to highlight the University of Calgary and City of Lethbridge support for CCDC contracts. The ACA has submitted a recommendation to Alberta Infrastructure to examine standardized contract language as a means to reduce government red tape.

Thanks for your continuing engagement and support. s

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Building excellence with Gold Seal Are you a construction management professional looking to build your skills, credibility, and career? Gold Seal Certification – the nationally-recognized industry standard for certification of Canada’s construction management professionals – brings many benefits to the individuals who attain it, from skills development to industry credibility, career advancement, solid connections, and more.

Gold Seal for individuals – certified excellence Gold Seal construction management professionals have attained the highest standard of excellence in the industry, have proven industry experience, and are held in the highest regard. For them, their GSC means a lot.

“Having my Gold Seal Certification shows the dedication I’ve put into my

career and profession. It goes a long way on-site with being taken seriously.

The Gold Seal Certification helps solidify who I am, my experience, and it helped me feel confident when I returned to work post-leave,” says Danielle Moe, GSC, safety manager for Ward Bros.

Construction Ltd. Earning excellence When you earn your Gold Seal Certified (GSC) credential, you earn a lot: you demonstrate excellence through certified experience and nationallyrecognized validation of your skills, competence and knowledge; you build trust by gaining valuable ethics knowledge; and you keep pace with the industry through professional development, skills development, leadership development, and other ongoing education and growth.

“It’s showing an understanding and willingness to learn, because at the end of the day, if we just assume we know everything, the industry will go nowhere,” says Helen Claridge, GSC, project manager with Akela Construction, Calgary, Alberta.

Earning an edge You’re also empowered by building confidence through real-world experience, constant improvement, and peer recognition. You’re not alone when you make connections with a network of well over 10,000 respected peers and feel part of a large and inclusive group of like-minded professionals. All that stands you apart and gives you a powerful competitive edge.

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Gold Seal for companies – showcasing excellence When you fill your roster with GSC professionals, you’re showcasing your own professionalism to the world and highlighting the excellence of your employees.

“In my family business, the GSC has always been an important aspect for the company because it’s an asset for the company. We value it immensely and know it’s a great thing to have for ongoing education,” said Teri Urban, GSC, safety coordinator for her family’s general contracting firm. “I’m going out and I’m making sure I have the extra education and that I’m striving to be my best, which in turn helps the company get projects.”

include estimators, foremen, owner’s construction managers, project managers, safety coordinators and superintendents working in or with Canada’s non-residential construction industry. Applicants require a

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Attract and retain excellence Companies that build Gold Seal Certification into their hiring and training practices demonstrate that they are committed to the professional development of their employees and show that they are willing to invest in the ongoing education and advancement of their staff. That’s good for recruitment, and great for retention.

Make a difference with GSC At the end of the day, Gold Seal Certification can make all the difference at decision time. Tim Casler, GSC, agrees.

“When the company I work for is pre-tendering or applying for a project, having a GSC supervisor is a pretty big thing,” said Casler.

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The Conference Board of Canada in their latest mid-sized cities report stated “Lethbridge’s economy has fired on all cylinders” in 2017 and 2018 and will continue to experience projected moderate growth (2.7 per cent GDP) through 2020.

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A strong start to the decade and dealing with extenuating circumstances

By Trevor Lewington, Economic Development Lethbridge

The benefits to living and working in

The Conference Board of Canada in

Lethbridge are many. Our economy is

their latest mid-sized cities report stated

diverse and insulates us to a certain degree

“Lethbridge’s economy has fired on

at times with sector specific booms and

all cylinders” in 2017 and 2018 and will

busts. We have two world-class post-

continue to experience projected moderate

secondary institutions that are graduating

growth (2.7 per cent GDP) through 2020.

smart, eager and well-trained young adults

Estimated employment and population

to become the labour force of the next

growth was also forecasted to continue

generation. We have a city, not without its

through the end of the year, and when

issues, but for the most part renowned for

comparing building permit values within the

offering residents and visitors a wealth of

city, they started up 10 per cent compared

opportunities to enjoy and experience all

to February of 2019.

that Lethbridge and Southern Alberta have to offer.

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In construction specifically, the forecast was tracking a bit above average in 2020

with a projected $459 million in the region, up from $435 million in 2018.

Jobs in the region were forecasted to remain steady with an estimated 7,300 individuals employed in the construction sector in 2020. That number will have a higher percentage on the residential side considering the amount of housing starts and decrease in non-residential projects throughout the city in 2020.

So overall our region’s economy was expected to grow and diversify. But as I sit here writing an article on the local economy, I can’t not mention how world events are and will shape what happens locally here in Lethbridge.

The COVID-19 situation has reached the state of a global pandemic and although the risk of being infected in Lethbridge and Southern Alberta is low right now, preparing for the economic impacts of what could happen is a tough path to predict. When we think of a virus, many people’s first concern and rightfully so is on a human level. How will this affect me, my family, my staff and people

The Conference Board of Canada in their latest mid-sized cities report stated “Lethbridge’s economy has fired on all cylinders” in 2017 and 2018 and will continue to experience projected moderate growth (2.7 per cent GDP) through 2020. needed for my business to succeed? One of the best courses of action suggested is number one, be prepared, and number two, don’t panic. Having a plan in place that addresses a remote work force, physical and mental well-being of your staff, supply chain disruption or demands, and a worst-case scenario financial outlook will help ease panic at a time when questions and rumours will run rampant.

Honestly, none of these things are easy to do, and chances are a decision made in the planning stage may need to be altered or amended, or scrapped altogether depending on how the world pivots on any given day. Ideally you have a plan and never need to use or

discuss it, but the piece of mind it will give you and your employees will help if the system starts to break down. Making these plans will dramatically help keep the local economy as stable as possible in an uncertain time and will also keep the city’s businesses and industries working to be at a better place once the uncertainty ends and things get back to normal. This crisis will pass.

So, to sum things up in a few words, I’d say we’re in a good place overall as the fundamentals of this market remain strong, but there is definite uncertainty in what lies ahead. There will be a long recovery period and for now we must wait to see how governments, markets, and consumers respond. s

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LCA – A Year in Review

LCA Bulletin – A year in review 2019 was a busy year for the LCA with many events and seminars taking place. From our 2019 scholarship recipients to our visit at the Alberta Legislature, here is a recap of everything that went on last year.

LCA Apprenticeship Scholarship Awards On May 2, 2019, the LCA was proud to partner with BILD– Lethbridge Region; Careers – the Next Generation; Holy Spirit School Division; Lethbridge School Division District 51; and Palliser Regional Schools to present that year’s LCA Apprenticeship Scholarship Awards.

The LCA scholarship recipients were: • Kyle Fillmore, Midwest Pump • Jared Weber, Silver Ridge Construction • Adam Unrau, Neu-Lite Electric • Troy Willerton, Coleman Electric • Michael Thompson, Ward Bros. Construction • Austin Hendry, KB Heating • Spencer Villa , KB Heating • Jessica Murray, KB Heating • Randy Hynes, DMT Mechanical • Tim Lupton, Midwest Pump • Nick Penner, Fire Safety Services Ltd. • Brady Parenteau, KB Heating

Curtis Dodd Memorial Award 2019 The Curtis Dodd Memorial Award is sponsored by Zero Gravity Crane & Rigging Inc. and Norm & Heather Dodd, parents of the late Curtis Dodd. The 2019 Curtis Dodd Memorial Award was awarded to Tayler Losey from Ward Bros.

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LCA Statutory Declaration Seminar We had an overwhelming response to the Statutory Declarations Lunch & Learn. It was a very informative hour for all who attended. A special thank you to Michael W. Jones of Stringam LLP for his informative and engaging presentation.

LCA Golf Tournament 2019 A huge thank you to everyone who participated in our annual LCA Golf Tournament. Despite the blustery wind, everyone managed to finish all 18 holes and end the day with a tasty prime rib dinner.

Thank you again to our fantastic hole sponsors who generously donated cash and prizes to this event.

We could not have done it without you!

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Annual Safety Awareness BBQ The Annual Safety Awareness BBQ was once again a terrific event. We saw nearly 175 members attend to enjoy a fabulous meal. Thank you again to our co-hosts, BILD – Lethbridge Region, the Lethbridge Regional Safety Committee, as well as ATCO for their sponsorship and assistance on that day.

Jobsite Theft Lunch & Learn The LCA hosted a Jobsite Theft and Crime Lunch & Learn with Lethbridge Police Services (LPS). It was a fantastic and informative session with two inspectors from the LPS Priority Crimes Unit. They gave us a lot to think about on how we monitor and protect our project jobsites.

Meeting with Minister Prasad Panda On September 17, 2019, the LCA Board of Directors were invited to meet with Alberta Minister of Infrastructure, the Honourable Prasad Panda. Along with local MLA Nathan Neudorf, the meeting was very informative and the minister was very open to listening to the suggestions, concerns, and feedback from our local industry.

Alberta Builders’ Lien Lunch & Learn We had a terrific turn out for the LCA Builders’ Lien Lunch & Learn in October. Thank you again to Michael W. Jones of Stringam LLP for wading through the legal weeds of the Alberta Builders’ Lien Act.

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University of Lethbridge Destination Tour We were excited to be invited to host our monthly LCA board meeting and get a sneak peek of the University of Lethbridge Destination Building prior to its grand opening in fall 2019. We were also happy to have the Canadian Construction Association board chair John Bockstael attend and provide an update on what is happening throughout Canada.

2020 LCA AGM Thank you to everyone who was able to attend our annual general meeting. Thank you to Marty Thomsen, manager of community social development for the City of Lethbridge, who provided information on the Community Wellbeing & Safety Strategy. We also heard from Ken Gibson of the Alberta Construction Association who spoke on the goals and objectives of the ACA in 2020. Jonathan Hamilton of Tollestrup Construction and Dan Wood of MPE Engineering were appointed for another term, and we welcomed one new director, Tara Lennox of Select People Solutions.

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Group meeting with Premier Jason Kenney.

Team Lethbridge Thank you to Economic Development Lethbridge for once again organizing a successful Team Lethbridge trip to the Alberta Legislature from November 5 to 7, 2019. Executive director Erin Low and LCA board member Neil Pozzi of RJC Engineers attended this mission to meet with Alberta ministers of infrastructure, labour & immigration, economic development, trade & tourism, advanced education, Service Alberta, natural gas, and a meeting with Premier Jason Kenney to promote and advocate for Lethbridge and the commercial construction industry in Southern Alberta. The LCA is very proud to be part of this important mission that occurs every two years.

We couldn’t pass up the chance to check in with LCA past president and current MLA for Lethbridge-East Nathan Neudorf and scope out his new digs at the Alberta Legislature. It was great to see him in action for the question & answer period, and to see him join in numerous minister meetings with Team Lethbridge reps.

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BUILDWORKS A peak into our 2019 stats, and how BuildWorks Canada is helping members like you get work.

CONTINUED GROWTH IN OPPORTUNITIES & CONNECTABILITY

2019 CATEGORY BREAKDOWN

BuildWorks Canada continues to grow the value of our information by pursuing

PROJECTS POSTED JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019

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• Calgary Construction Association: 569

opportunities (Prebid). The pursuit of this information will connect you to

• Edmonton Construction Association: 1039

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• Fort McMurray Construction Association: 161

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respect to bidder’s lists, bid results, and awarded contractor information.

• Lethbridge Construction Association: 167

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WHERE THE WORK IS With our comprehensive and connected service, BuildWorks Canada provides access to over 7,500 construction opportunities annually across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba. With associations across the three provinces partnering to provide the service under one united brand and platform, we have increased access to opportunities and work for over 4,500 member firms across the prairies.

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• Lloydminster Construction Association: 504 • Medicine Hat Construction Association: 253 • Red Deer Construction Association: 289 • Total number of projects posted to BuildWorks (Alberta) public planroom = 3238 VALUE OF CONSTRUCTION REPORTED, ALL REGIONS, JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019 • $11,098,149,00.00 USAGE HISTORY REPORT, ALL REGIONS, JANUARY 01, 2019 – DECEMBER 31, 2019 • Users hours: 518,588 • Project HITS: 1,151,336 • Total emails sent: 884,160 ON DEMAND • Number of companies using On Demand: 48 • Number of On Demand Projects: 1474 PREBID PROJECTS • 2019 Active Prebid Projects: 115 BUILDWORKS DIRECTORY • Unique Directory Searches: 31,615 • Directory Company Profiles: 37,221 • Profile Search Result Appearances: 8,725,201

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A Look Back at Local Projects

We are proud to be able to show off all the great work that our members accomplish every year. New this year, we are promoting our highlight reel as part of our member focus. Check out some of the fantastic work that our members do every day. photos submitted by companies listed below.

New BCB Engineering headquarters, Silver Ridge Construction

Chinook Regional hospital flooring replacement and wayfinding, FWBA Architects

Crowsnest Pass Golf Club clubhouse, Southwest Design & Construction Ltd.

Lethbridge fleet maintenance building, Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd.

Waterton River Bridge rehabilitation, M. Johnston Construction Ltd.

Lethbridge College Centre for Teaching Learning & Innovation, Ward Bros. Construction Ltd.

LCA HIGHLIGHT REEL

Beaver Mines Water and Wastewater project, DMT Mechanical Ltd.

Coaldale Fire Hall expansion, Neu-Lite Electric Inc.

CRH – Clinical Engineering & Reprographics renovation, Nitro Construction

Claresholm Health Centre radiology renovation, Nitro Construction 44 Lethbridge Construction Association

Beaver Mines Water and Wastewater project, DMT Mechanical Ltd.

City of Lethbridge material recovery facility, Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd.

Claresholm Health Centre radiology renovation, Nitro Construction

New Elementary School in South Lethbridge, Neu-Lite Electric Inc.

Alpine Stables in Waterton, Link Builders

Fix Auto Lethbridge, Silver Ridge Construction

Coaldale Fire Hall expansion, Neu-Lite Electric Inc.

LCA HIGHLIGHT REEL

ARCHES Lethbridge, Nitro Construction

Alpine Stables in Waterton, Link Builders

Castle Provincial Park picnic shelter, Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd.

Don’t see your project?

Be sure to send us your project photos for next year’s issue!

City of Lethbridge material recovery facility, Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd.

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Kanai Wellness Centre, Nitro Construction Silver Ridge Construction headquarters, Silver Ridge Construction

Trace Associates, Silver Ridge Construction

Lethbridge College Innovation space, Nitro Construction

Stirling School modernization, Ward Bros. Construction Ltd. Norland Historic Estate Grand Ballroom renovations, Silver Ridge Construction

LCA HIGHLIGHT REEL

GR Davis administrative building, FWBA Architects

Lethbridge Regional Park ‘n’ Ride Transit terminal intersection, Tollestrup Construction Ltd.

Hamlet of Monarch – Water Reservoir and Pump Station, Nitro Construction

Axis 28 Student Housing project, Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. 46 Lethbridge Construction Association

Chinook Regional Parking Office, Nitro Construction

Norland Historic Estate Grand Ballroom renovations, Silver Ridge Construction

Stirling School modernization, Ward Bros. Construction Ltd.

Don’t see your project?

Be sure to send us your project photos for next year’s issue!

Trouw Nutrition Canada Feed Mill in Chilliwack, B.C., Neu-Lite Electric

Solar array near Taber, Solar Optix / Neu-Lite Electric

LCA HIGHLIGHT REEL

Fire & Flower Cannabis Co., Neu-Lite Electric

Stirling School modernization, FWBA Architects Stirling School modernization, Ward Bros. Construction Ltd.

Green Life Farms, Westco Construction Ltd.

Magrath School modernization, FWBA Architects

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AREA MAP

LCA jurisdiction The Lethbridge Construction Association is one of eight regions in Alberta.

The LCA region extends south to the U.S. border, west to the B.C. border, north to Stavely and east to Taber.

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Southern Alberta Who doesn’t love a good before and after comparison? We are constantly amazed by the transformations that our members are able to achieve every day. It truly takes a village of contractors, tradespeople, and suppliers to make these visions come to life. Take a peek at what our members have accomplished!

Remember for next year’s issue to take some before and after pictures to feature here!

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Sunny side up Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. installs solar panels to be more environmentally conscious and see savings on energy use

By Shayna Wiwierski

Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. installed solar panels on their building in August 2019 in order to produce less carbon and see more of a return on their energy use.

Airtech covered their roof with 392 solar panels for a 150 kW system, the equivalent of their annual electrical use.

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If your company could save money on your energy bill every month and produce less carbon emissions, would you make the switch? That was the question that Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. asked themselves before converting their power over to solar.

The Lethbridge-based company, located at 451 39 Street N., installed solar panels on their building in August 2019 in order to produce less carbon and see more of a return on their energy use. Dwayne Huber, president of Airtech, says that they have been considering the switch for a few years but were trying to figure out the numbers, how well it would work, the cost savings, and what they would pay for power.

“When we first looked at it, the numbers didn’t seem to make it an attractive investment, but as we talked to other companies who have gone solar and gathered more information, it made more sense to revisit it,” says Huber, adding that they considered it more seriously in January 2019 and had the system active by August of that year.

As a result, Airtech ended up covering their roof with 392 solar panels for a 150 kW system, the equivalent of their annual electrical use.

Solar energy works by taking the sun’s rays to generate electricity from solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. The system is widely known to provide a return on investment for businesses, while also reducing their environmental footprint.

Since the sun is a renewable resource, it is known to produce energy in a clean, quiet, and consistent manner over a number of years.

Airtech was able to take advantage of Energy Efficiency Alberta’s Residential

and Commercial Solar Program, which provides financial incentives to Alberta homeowners, businesses, and non-profits who install PV systems on their homes, businesses, and facilities in the province.

For commercial businesses, the program provides a $0.75/watt incentive to commercial systems and the maximum grant amount is the lesser of 35 per cent of the eligible system cost, or $1 million.

“What helped rejuvenate [the idea] was, under the previous government, there was a rebate program that also helped make it more attractive, a 35 per cent rebate,” says Huber, adding that the total cost was close to $250,000 before rebates.

“We also spoke with another company in town that has solar and I asked a simple question, ‘would you do it again?’. His answer was ‘Absolutely!’. So, that got us more interested.”

Huber also mentions that there are low interest rates, so they were able to finance the project at roughly the savings it was generating for them, making the cost neutral. As well, he says that Revenue Canada adds to the incentive by accelerating the tax savings to help reduce risk and speed up the return of the PV panels after they are installed.

After five months or so, Huber says that they have already seen financial benefits in switching to solar.

Airtech Heating & Air Conditioning Ltd. was able to take advantage of Energy Efficiency Alberta’s Residential and Commercial Solar Program, which provides financial incentives to Alberta homeowners, businesses, and non-profits who install PV systems on their homes, businesses, and facilities in the province.

The electrical provider that Airtech uses is Get Energy, which allows them to switch rates any month. Seven months of the year they are on the higher rate and then five months a year they are on the lower rate.

The higher rate is when they are producing more solar than they are consuming, and the lower rate is when an inverse happens, where they are consuming more than they can produce. For example, in the middle of summer, when they are producing more than they would be consuming, Airtech actually sells power back to the utility grid.

“Our power consumption is pretty level and we have data that shows what our solar production is,” says Huber. “So we know that in January, February, October, November, and December we don’t produce enough power. Those months we stay on the lower rate, and then from March to September we switch to a higher rate since we are selling more power to the grid than we are consuming.”

After five months or so, Airtech already saw financial benefits in switching to solar.

Huber says that the PV panels, which were purchased and installed by Solar Optix Energy Services in Lethbridge, are supposed to last about 25 years. At that time, they are still expecting to generate 80 to 90 per cent of their initial rating. As a result, over that period of time they are paying about four cents over its lifetime per kW hour. He also adds that although he has seen a return on investment in switching to solar, smaller buildings may not get the same results so quickly since it goes by cost per panel.

“When you factor the installation and everything in, you still have to tie it into the electrical system. So, whether you are tying it in for one panel or 400 panels, that cost is the same,” says Huber, adding that if other companies are looking into switching to solar, they should try to get the best information possible since there are a lot of opinions and misinformation out there. “If it’s a bigger scale or project, it makes it more beneficial.”

Although they have definitely seen a positive outcome to their energy costs, installing the PV system has also provided a way for Airtech to practice what they preach. Not only will their power rates not go up for the next 25 years, but they will also not be producing greenhouse gas emissions either.

“It’s another way that Airtech stands out from its competitors,” says Huber.

“There’s a lot of talk about being environmentally conscious and doing your part, but you can’t stand on the sidelines and wait for everyone else to move. We needed to be bold and lead by action rather than wait on everyone else to act on it. That’s just the right thing to do.” s DIRT | 2020 51

It’s cool to be blue COVER STORY

Justin Fisher is breaking the stereotypes on what it’s like to be a plumber

By Shayna Wiwierski

Justin Fisheris a journeyman plumber, gasfitter, and supervisor at Simpson Plumbing who followed in his family’s footsteps and will one day take over the reins to the family business.

Since there are so many different aspects of plumbing, Fisher says that you really can create your own opportunities and choose how far you’ll succeed in the profession.

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For Justin Fisher, plumbing runs in his blood.

The 24-year-old journeyman plumber, gasfitter, and supervisor at Simpson Plumbing followed in his family’s footsteps and will one day take over the reins to the family business. His grandfather started Simpson Plumbing in 1983 with his father, Roger Simpson, acquiring the company in 2003. Growing up surrounded by trades, Fisher wanted nothing more than to carry on the family business. He said it was initially difficult when others were exploring different career paths, though noted that he “decided to go for it, and it’s been a good thing ever since”.

Fisher’s career started at Picture Butte High School where he began plumbing in the Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP). From there, he went to Medicine Hat College to complete his apprenticeship training. He was selected out of his class to compete in Skills Canada Alberta and thrived in the competition. Fisher competed three consecutive years, placing in the top three each time he participated.

Due to his success, he qualified for the Skills Canada National Competition and later advanced to WorldSkills Abu Dhabi in 2017. Competing in WorldSkills Abu Dhabi was one of Fisher’s greatest highlights of his career thus far.

Although he did not place, he had the opportunity to not only expand his knowledge of the trade, but also build connections while travelling the world.

According to the Government of Alberta, a journeyperson in plumbing makes anywhere from $28 to $37 an hour, plus benefits. Although it pays well, Fisher says that the profession does

Above left: Fisher was selected out of his class at Medicine Hat College to compete in Skills Canada Alberta and thrived in the competition. Fisher competed three consecutive years, placing in the top three each time he participated. Centre: Justin Fisher placed Gold at the National Skills Competition in 2015. Right: Since there are so many different aspects of plumbing, Fisher says that you really can create your own opportunities and choose how far you’ll succeed in the profession.

have a bit of a stereotype attached to it.

He adds that the trades were, at times, presented as an easier alternative if university education was not pursued.

As for what a plumber actually does, Fisher says it’s more than just fixing toilets. He says you can do everything from residential to commercial and industrial plumbing, such as the new Cavendish Farms plant that was recently built in Lethbridge. He notes that Simpson Plumbing has a broad presence in the community.

“We try to apply ourselves to everything that we can,” says Fisher.

As for Fisher’s job in particular, he says he is in a transitional period right

now as they are making some changes in the company. He looks after the day-to-day responsibilities with their employees and ensures that everything is scheduled and running smoothly.

He also helps with small quoting, bidding processes, as well as ordering, coordinating material for sites, and more. Of course, he’s also in the field getting his hands dirty when extra plumbers are needed on the job too.

Since there are so many different aspects of plumbing, Fisher says that you really can create your own opportunities and choose how far you’ll succeed in the profession. Hard work and determination are qualities that

Fisher possesses and ones that he looks for when hiring new employees. He says that he sees a lot of people who think they want to get into the field but are not prepared for what it takes and the work ethic required. He adds that setting goals, some hard work, and perhaps a little bit of talent can get you far in the trades.

“As far as wanting to branch out, you can make those steps from you becoming an apprentice, to a journeyman plumber, and then become a project manager,” he says. “Once you have that experience, there’s definitely a lot of possibilities.” s

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ALBERTA CONSTRUCTION PROFILE

Built with generosity LCA and contributions from its members making a difference to Lethbridge College students each day

In September 2017, with unprecedented community support, Lethbridge College opened the doors to its new Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility (TTIF).

Since opening its doors nearly three years ago, more than 2,500 trade apprentices have received their training and education in this new facility, with more than 1,000 apprentices currently registered in college trades programs.

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Since opening its doors in 1957, Lethbridge College has been providing the education that students want, while meeting the needs of employers and industry in southern Alberta. And that effort couldn’t happen without the generous support of individuals and industries who see the value in providing students with high-quality, high-tech, hands-on education close to home.

In September 2017, with unprecedented community support, Lethbridge College opened the doors to its new Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility (TTIF), which currently houses 14 programs within the Centre for Trades, and many others within innovation, technology, research, design, and engineering technology programs. The generosity of donors – including the Lethbridge Construction Association and its members – made the dreams of this facility a reality, thanks to their involvement in the college’s Possibilities are Endless campaign.

This transformative fundraising campaign was the largest in the college’s history and raised $27.8 million to support a diverse group of essential and innovative projects, programs, and priorities. A total of $10 million of this campaign was directed to the construction of the TTIF facility, the single most important capital investment for trades and technologies human capital training in southern Alberta in over 50 years.

“We are so grateful to the Lethbridge Construction Association and its members, who together contributed nearly $2 million to the project,” says Dr. Paula Burns, Lethbridge College’s president and CEO. “And their donations keep on making a difference, as they

The Lethbridge Construction Association and its members contributed nearly $2 million to the project.

continue to allow us to support student awards and scholarships, purchase new equipment and vital infrastructure, establish programs, and create new training opportunities that ensure our students meet the needs of industry and employers.”

Since opening its doors nearly three years ago, more than 2,500 trade apprentices have received their training and education in this new facility, with more than 1,000 apprentices currently registered in college trades programs. In addition, several hundred more students have earned in-demand credentials in Engineering Technologies and Interior Design Technology, while a full cohort enrolled this year in the newly launched Architectural Animation Technology program.

“The philanthropic spirit of donors like LCA has now allowed us to revolutionize our curriculum and the way we teach and learn, providing us the capacity to train the next generation of skilled tradespeople and engineering and design technologists,” adds Dr. Burns.

“We are so grateful for their support.”

Did you know at Lethbridge College…

• Skilled trades programs work closely with advisory committees, and many

of its trades-related employees are represented by industry associations.

• All three programs in the School of Engineering Technologies have been accredited by the Technology Accreditation Canada. This national accreditation ensures the college continually delivers a curriculum that meets the profession’s approved national standards and criteria.

• Local apprenticeship committees and provincial apprenticeship committee

work closely with faculty and staff to develop programs.

• Students can take advantage of flexible learning options.

• Community collaboration includes hosting the regional Skills Alberta competitions for more than 15 years.

• Students can benefit from joint training partnerships with industry.

• Students in the Interior Design Technology program have an easier transition to the workplace because

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The transformative fundraising campaign was the largest in the college’s history and raised $27.8 million to support a diverse group of essential and innovative projects, programs, and priorities.

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Ready for what happens next Lethbridge College’s new Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility positions the college as the institution for trades and engineering technologies training in southern Alberta by bringing together students, faculty, and industry to create a vibrant, responsive learning environment.

The facility is the single most important capital investment for trades and technologies in southern Alberta in over 50 years. It’s also the largest

The facility is the single most important capital investment for trades and technologies in southern Alberta in over 50 years.

construction project in the college’s history. It has increased the college’s capacity to train the next generation of skilled tradespeople and engineering and design technologists. And it’s revolutionized the college’s curriculum, bringing together students, faculty, and industry partners in a modern, environmentally sensitive space that features: • Modern labs, apprentice shops, tool rooms, classrooms, meeting rooms, and offices • More than 200 solar tubes to provide natural light to the workshops and classrooms, and to reduce energy costs • 60 welding booths set up for students to learn five different welding processes

• Rooms housing wind turbine components to train on • A multi-purpose lab that provides students with learning opportunities for fluid mechanics and surveying applications • A dedicated 3D printing room • Collaborative spaces to incubate the great ideas of tomorrow All about TTIF • Construction ran from April 2014 to August 2017.

• The total construction cost was $77 million.

• Construction used 31 per cent of regional materials and 22 per cent of recycled materials.

• Over 80 per cent of construction waste was diverted from the landfill.

• The facility prioritizes space for student learning: — 72 per cent of the square footage is dedicated to shops, labs, and related support.

— 14 per cent of the square footage is dedicated to lecture, classroom, and seminar space.

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With gratitude Lethbridge College is grateful to the many donors who contributed to the $27.8 million Possibilities are Endless campaign, including the Lethbridge Construction Association organization, its members, and its board of directors, who together contributed almost $2 million. s

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By Curtis Griffith, Director of Business Development, BuildWorks Where the Work is. This is our brand promise.

I’d like to dig a bit deeper into that promise and how we deliver it to you in three simple ways. The first is Pre-Bid or Design & Planning stage information, the second is our traditional Active Bid or Open Opportunities, and the third is our Directory and Invitational work.

Through the Pre-Bid information, we want to connect you to information relevant in your business before it’s too late. We know that often once a project is ready to tender, the opportunity for your organization to get involved and win the work is already gone. The earlier BuildWorks Canada can connect you to information about upcoming construction, the better equipped you are to engage, collaborate, plan, and win the business. We act as reporters and journalists in this space to be the singular source of upcoming construction news and information across Western Canada.

Open bidding will always have a place in construction procurement, and we will always work to inform you of these opportunities.

Our Active or Open Opportunity information is the bread and butter of BuildWorks Canada. As important as pre-bid or design and planning stage information is, we absolutely understand that money gets made and projects are won on bid closing day.

We work to aggregate and input as much information as possible on active bidding opportunities to connect you and your business to them. We also gather valuable details such as the estimated project value, bid results, proponent lists, and award information that help you make educated decisions on who to call and when to call them. Open bidding will always have a place in construction procurement, and we will always work to

inform you of these opportunities.

Our directory was about 18 months old when we transitioned to our new software provider. In the near future we will be launching a new and improved version of our directory with a focus on connecting you to new business and opportunities. We know invitational private work is key to growing your business and your upcoming launch of an improved Invitation to Bid service will allow general contractors across Western Canada to find and invite your company to bid based on your experience, service regions, and key qualifying information.

Our directory is the largest database of quality partners with real prequalification information such as COR®, WCB, scope of work, service regions, and past project experience. Being included in our directory connects your company to new opportunities—and gets you on the list to be invited and win the job.

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LCA Milestones

Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. celebrates four decades in business Southwest has worked on many projects in and around Alberta, including Canada’s largest Ford dealership.

Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. is celebrating its 40th year of business in 2020.

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Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. is celebrating its 40th year of business in 2020 and as much as its designs have evolved and the materials and technology have advanced over the years, the company’s core values have remained. Its people are at the forefront of everything they do – from design to build to handing over the keys, they set the standard and fulfill their promise of your building your way.

Founded in 1980 in Medicine Hat, Alta., the company started out servicing the agricultural sector by providing high-quality farm building solutions.

With a no-nonsense, honest approach, it quickly established a reputation for understanding and delivering on its clients’ needs. In short order, the company expanded into the commercial and industrial markets, and by 1983, a sister company was established in Lethbridge, Alta.

The Lethbridge expansion significantly impacted the company’s footprint in southern Alberta and laid the foundation for future growth opportunities.

“Looking back, that was a very significant move in a pretty short time frame,” says Blayne Janssens, general manager of Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. “That was a testament to the quality of the product we were building and the way our people were connecting with our clients. We were meeting them on their terms and out of that grew the motto we still go by today, ‘ Building Your Way’.”

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DESIGN BUILD • GENERAL CONTRACTOR Since 1980, Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. has been committed to providing exceptional service by going above and beyond to help our clients realize their design dreams.

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With competitive pricing, eco-friendly and environmentally-friendly options, coupled with experienced staff, Southwest and Midwest Design & Construction Ltd. is a great way to have an efficient, cost-effective building made just the way you like.

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Founded in 1980 in Medicine Hat, Alta., the company started out servicing the agricultural sector by providing high-quality farm building solutions.

They now work on all types of projects in the commercial and industrial markets in Alberta and as far north as the Arctic.

Of the projects Southwest Design is involved with today, one wouldn’t think it all began by supplying agricultural steel storage structures some 40 years ago.

industrial building may have been quick, but it was done in a strategic manner, leveraged by the company’s expansion into the Lethbridge market that essentially gave Southwest a blanket presence across southern Alberta.

That would serve as a platform for the

company to establish its footprint over the next 20-plus years.

“We were really focused on solid, steady, and sustainable growth,” says Janssens, noting Southwest now has additional offices in Calgary, Grande Prairie, and Inuvik. “We were evolving as

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a company and focusing on continually improving our product, raising standards not just for us, but for the industry as a whole.”

What was considered a signature design and build for Southwest in the early 1980s might pale in comparison to the work the group is doing today, but the same essential elements applied.

“It starts with our people. We really put a lot of time and effort into bringing the right people into our company and training them on the Southwest Design way of doing business,” adds Janssens.

“Safety is one of our key priorities and that extends to all the companies that work with us. We are COR Safety certified and all of our employees are trained and prequalified before they ever enter one of our work sites.”

Of the projects Southwest Design is involved with today, one wouldn’t think it all began by supplying agricultural steel storage structures some 40 years ago.

Take, for example, the Axis 28 apartment building in South Lethbridge. A five-

storey wood structure consisting of two-, three-, and four-bedroom suites to primarily serve the needs of Lethbridge College students, the basic concept seems quite simple. A look inside the building and its technical specifications reflect just how far Southwest Design has evolved over the years.

Measuring 100,000 square feet, the structure features 80 units, each with a shared kitchen and living room area, as well as shared laundry on every floor.

The entire building is equipped with card access door security, including each bedroom door. Smart door locks connect wirelessly to a smart heating and cooling system. This system has occupancy sensors that detect if there is no activity for a pre-set amount of time, whereupon it automatically switches to economy mode to save energy.

The building’s roof has a torch down SBS membrane and four-foot-high parapets. Its exterior consists of a combination acrylic stucco, easy trim and Hardie panels, custom-profiled metal siding, and aluminum composite panels.

Even the building’s construction schedule was strategically planned and executed in three distinct phases. The first started in fall 2018 and consisted of 20 units in the middle third of the building. Its deadlines were critical with its target tenants, college students, set to move in for the fall 2019 semester. It was completed in August, just in time for the first intake of tenants.

Subsequently, Phases 2 and 3 of the build are just as time sensitive, with the remaining two-thirds of the building to be completed in time for tenants to arrive in advance of the fall 2020 semester. The confidence and experience of Southwest Design will ensure that it happens.

Likewise, the group’s work on the Six08 Health building in downtown Lethbridge reflects Southwest’s ability to take an existing structure and redevelop it to meet the vision of a very unique client. When completed, the revamped

structure will bring together a diverse suite of health-care professionals, ranging from acupuncture, massage therapy, chiropractic and physiotherapy to dental, pharmacy, and patient childcare.

It’s the kind of challenging concept that, when completed, will alter the face of an entire downtown block and play a role in transforming the downtown community.

“The work we do in the projects we design and build help shape our community,” says Janssens. “It was that way 40 years ago and it remains today, and that’s a responsibility we take very seriously. We believe the quality of our people is reflected in the quality of our work, which will stand the test of time.”

For Southwest Design & Construction Ltd., 40 years is testament to that belief. s

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Lethbridge College celebrates 50 years of electrician apprenticeships

Historical photo from the 1980s from Lethbridge College’s Electrician Apprentice program. Seen here is instructor John Vermeer with a student.

Lethbridge College’s Electrician Apprentice program opened in 1970 as part of the School of Technical and Vocational Education. Today, the program is part of our Centre for Trades, housed in the new Trades, Technologies and Innovation Facility (TTIF), the largest construction project in the college’s history. The facility is home to state-of-the-art Lab-Volt equipment, four fully outfitted lab classrooms, and a 36-computer testing centre for our electrician apprentices.

The delivery of instruction, like the equipment, has certainly changed over time. The college offers a traditional eight- to 12-week on-campus apprenticeship program, but it also has a self-paced distance option ideal for apprentices living in remote locations. Training is delivered online with students coming to campus to complete lab work. The time on campus varies from just two to five weeks depending on the stage of training the student is at. Along the way, all students get hands-on training in residential, commercial, and industrial applications from our experienced instructors. s

The college offers a traditional eight- to 12-week on-campus apprenticeship program, but it also has a self-paced distance option ideal for apprentices living in remote locations.

People creating progress through integrated construction & industrial solutions

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Exceeding expectations throughout the lifecycle of a given project is the hallmark of our brand. It’s our motivation and the reason we exist.

We are people creating progress.

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Neu-Lite Electric Inc. acquires Cox Electric and Solar Optix Energy Services Neu-Lite Electric Inc. is celebrating 45 years of providing the best in electrical contracting services.

In 2019, Neu-Lite brought Cox Electric and Solar Optix Energy Services on board. Cox Electric has been servicing the communities in the Crowsnest Pass for the last 20 years, and Solar Optix has been providing residential, agricultural, industrial, and commercial solar-powered services to the community. They are now a division of NeuLite.

The company continues to grow as their areas of service also continue to expand.

They have a very large and trusted local presence in Lethbridge and have proven their expertise in residential and commercial, now focusing on growing their agricultural/ industrial side even more. With their manpower rising above 70, there is no slowing down in sight. s

In 2019, Neu-Lite Electric Inc. brought Cox Electric and Solar Optix Energy Services on board.

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“Lighting The Way Since 1975” • Maintenance • Service • Ag/Industrial • Process & Controls • Greenhouse Automation • Feedmill Wiring

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Westco Construction is currently working on a hangar project at YYC for a repeat client that boasts a 200-foot clear-span steel structure, IMP roof system, and custom designed office space.

Construction and community for over 25 years Westco Construction Ltd. The Westco Construction team

provided a much-needed boost to many

client that boasts a 200-foot clear-

has been a part of the Lethbridge

trades and contractors in the Lethbridge

span steel structure, IMP roof system,

construction landscape for many

area. We had the privilege of working

and custom designed office space. This

years. As a growing team we value the

with many local potato growers and

project is one of many that accented our

connections and relationships we have

have grown our storage construction

been able to build in and around our

resume this last two years to over 100

strong commercial project resume that

community.

tons of storage capacity.

Working on a broad range of projects

As a design builder, our drafting and

ranges from turnkey to supply only.

Having the opportunity to provide our customers with cost-effective

in the agricultural, commercial, and

design team have provided clients with

industrial sectors, the current team

full project solutions ranging from NECB

at Westco has exceled in providing

compliance, structural design, project

construction solutions for our clients and

budgets, and much more. Having over

developed many lasting relationships

150 years of combined construction

as a result. This past year, the exciting

experience, our team prides itself in

with and the relationships we build with

developments in the potato industry,

being innovative and progressive in a

them. Working and living in Southern

spurred on by the new Cavendish

construction landscape that is rapidly

Alberta alongside so many of you has

processing facility, have had a huge

changing. Our team is currently working

been a journey we are glad to be a part

impact on the construction industry and

on a hangar project at YYC for a repeat

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solutions, all while providing value and performance, has been a pleasure for our team. Our goal is to help you achieve yours. We truly value the people we work

Having over 150 years of combined construction experience, Westco Construction prides itself in being innovative and progressive in a construction landscape that is rapidly changing.

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solutions for our clients and developed many lasting relationships as a result.

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Westco Construction announces new general manager

By Derek O’Connor assistant general manager, Westco Construction

Having had Theo Vanee as an incredible partner for almost 30 years and understanding his passion for new ideas and innovative thought processes, it was no surprise to see that his son Jason has those same traits.

Succession. We hear the word often these days and for many of us the mere mention of the word sends shivers down our spines and sets us racing off to some other incredibly boring or difficult task to prove we are still needed and an essential part of our organization or family. When the word or idea is brought up by ourselves it is considered forward thinking and taking a proactive approach to our business. However, when brought up by others in our organization, it is interpreted as a sign that you are about to be put out to pasture. I am claiming to have opted with the first part of the statement; although sometimes it seems I may have been the master of my own demise!

When I first broached the idea of succession planning in the Westco family about four years ago it was part of a larger management discussion, and to be perfectly honest, was prompted not only by a vision of a company continuing to grow for another 20 years, but about how to continue to develop and grow the amazing young, entrepreneurial people we had in our organization. Over the years we have made people development one of our guiding strategies and this is still the case today. The enthusiasm and energy that the next generation 68

brings forward every day has been truly impressive and continues to drive our success. To incorporate new technology, new products, and new novel ideas into today’s construction business is essential if you are to continue to grow your business.

Having had Theo Vanee as an incredible partner for almost 30 years and understanding his passion for new ideas and innovative thought processes, it was no surprise to see that his son Jason has those same traits. This also comes with many years of construction experience and a ton of energy to top it all off. Jason started with Westco as soon as he left school in 2003 and completed his journeyman ironworker certification in 2005 before moving into a foreman position. He then moved up to a project manager position before moving into the construction manager position in 2012. Jason showed a passion for sales and has worked closely with Theo over the past few years while continuing to manage field employees, clients, and suppliers as the construction manager.

It soon became apparent that Jason’s knowledge of the industry, ability to solve problems, and his great people skills were exactly what Theo and I felt Westco needed in our leader for tomorrow. When

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I suggested to Jason that he would be a great fit to take over my position as general manager his first reaction was “why on earth would I want to do that?”. His second reaction, a day or two later was, “I guess we are going to be spending a lot of time together over the next year!”

Jason is the first to agree that the experienced people Westco has in place are every bit as important in driving success as the energetic and enthusiastic young workforce we presently have.

Keeping a balance between experience, innovation, and energy is a challenge for all managers in today’s fast-paced environment, and is very important to continued success. Many of you in our local construction industry already know Jason, but for those of you that don’t, feel free to reach out and meet one of the upcoming leaders in not only our industry, but community.

Jason’s commitment to family, faith, and community will ensure Westco Construction Ltd. continues to grow and prosper.

So rather than being “put out to pasture”, I am still being kept busy in the business, but the idea of assisting with growth and development rather than leading the charge is invigorating, and watching the evolution of new ideas and the continued development of people is exciting. Of course, the succession plan is ongoing and the initial discussion, although it may be difficult to start, is important to all our businesses.

Remember, it is never too early to start this discussion! s

Tollestrup Construction building Lethbridge for 80 years Tollestrup Construction celebrated their 80th anniversary this year!

February 19, 2020 marked the 80th anniversary of Tollestrup Construction Inc., a successful family owned business now in its third generation of operations. Committed to quality and value, Tollestrup insists on 100 per cent customer satisfaction. They are a vertically integrated company which mines and manufactures many different types of sand and rock products, including dry

• Site development • Demolition • Earth Moving • Water & Sewer Installation • Pipelines • Heavy Equipment Hauling • Gravel/Dirt Hauling PO Box 1341 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N2 e: admin@dennisdirtworx.ca o: 403-345-3539

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crush, washed rock, washed sand, concrete aggregates, red shale, and asphalt to name a few.

Last year Tollestrup celebrated their milestone by hosting a career fair at the CASA Arts Centre to showcase the diversity of the company, as well as recruit for the upcoming construction season. s

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Silver Ridge Construction celebrates 20 years in business Silver Ridge Construction is a commercial general contractor, developing Southern Alberta for over 20 years. While strongly focused on design-build, they’re also successful in the competitive tendering process. Handling all facets of the construction process, design process, and cost controls, our clients feel confident that a successful project will be delivered on time and on budget.

Beginning in 1999 as a small business with one owner, Silver Ridge sold the majority of company shares to four key employees in 2014. They believe shared ownership and staff empowerment is the best way to ensure stability for employees and customers, and ensure the long-term health and growth of the company. Their employees are highly valued, and as a result, the average employee tenure is over eight years. Together, the consultants, trades, and suppliers are selected as carefully as employees because of their respect for the goals and needs of the customer. Silver Ridge attempts to treat all corporate partners with the same respect that they wish to pass on to customers.s

Silver Ridge believes shared ownership and staff empowerment is the best way to ensure stability for employees and customers...

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Lethbridge Fasteners

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2825 12 Ave N, Lethbridge AB (403) 380-3503 1-800-332-1805 www.lethfast.ca sales@lethfast.ca

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Top Notch Mechanical Ltd. proudly serving Lethbridge and Southern Alberta for over 18 years.

Offering a wide range of commercial and industrial services, including: • Plumbing repairs, renovations and installations • Heating • Gas fitting • Backflow prevention (installation / maintenance and testing) • In-floor radiant heating • Pipe fitting/steam fitting • Medical gas • Boiler installation and repairs • Full Mechanical package installs • Mechanical Controls & Automation • Fire suppression • Insulation • HVAC P: 403-317-9112 F: 403-317-7928 E: office@topnotchmechanicalltd.ca

RESIDENTIAL COMMERCIAL AGRICULTURAL Framing • Exteriors • Stone & Tile • Roofing • Skidsteer • and More

Derochie Painting Ltd.

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403-715-7912

Painting • Sandblasting • Protective Coatings • Foaming

4010 - 24 Avenue North | Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L7

Office: 403-380-4248 • Fax: 403-380-4436 www.derochie.ca

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LCA Member Listings

LETHBRIDGE CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

MEMBERSHIP 2020 Altaweld (1999) Inc. 2210 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J2 403-381-3925 www.altaweld.com

Bartle & Gibson 4015 24 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5V6 403-320-0411 www.bartlegibson.com

Alvin Reinhard Fritz Architect Inc. 10 90001 RR 212 Lethbridge, AB T1J 5N9 403-320-8100 www.alvinfritzarchitect.com

BDO Canada LLP 600, 400 4th Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4E1 403-328-5292 www.bdo.ca

4 Seasons Inc. 3620 9 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E7 403-320-9884 www.4seasonshome.ca

Apollo Steel Fabricators Ltd. 236 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z7 403-394-7798 www.apollosteel.ca

Bel-Aire Welding Ltd. Bay 3, 250 24 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3T8 403-327-4893 www.belairewelding.com

ABC Heating & Cooling Unit 1, 3020 16 Avenue North Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E9 Tel: 403-327-2999 www.lethbridgeheating

Aquatech Plumbing & Heating Box 764 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-593-4459 www.aquatechplumbing.ca

Bethel Windows & Doors PO Box 300 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M3 403-345-4401 www.bethelwindows.ca

Airtech Heating & A/C Ltd. 451 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5T2 403-327-8324 www.airtechgroup.ca

Armax Electric Ltd. 2924 12 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J9 403-320-7533 www.armaxelectric.ca

BigSteelBox Corporation 10 Broxburn Way Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P4 403-394-5757 www.BigSteelBox.com

Alberta Safety & Environmental Services Ltd. Plaza 1, Suite 244, 104 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 2R4 1-877-520-0963 www.aseservices.com

Ar-Tech Coating Ltd. 6415 Wild Rose Drive Taber, AB T1G 1Z4 403-223-4016 www.ar-techcoating.com

BILD Lethbridge 14, 495 WT Hill Blvd. S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 1Y6 403-328-2288 www.chbalethbridge.com

Astro Insurance 100, 542 7 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 2H1 403-320-6700 www.astro-insurance.com

BJD Electric Ltd. 104 Broxburn Blvd.

Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P4 403-320-5511 www.bjdelectric.ca

Asyma Solutions Ltd. 1520 36th Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H8 403-328-8188 www.asyma.com

Bos Scapes Inc. Box 661 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M6 403-345-5607 www.bossod.ca

Avalanche Contracting Box 2866 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 Tel: 403-627-2242 www.avalanchecontracting.com

Brincon Construction Ltd. Box 1807 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K4 403-381-4100 www.brinconconstruction.com

1st TechniCall Systems Inc. 5, 4010 9 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T8 403-381-4006 2204584 Alberta Ltd. O/A Noble Concrete Box 176 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0 403-732-5628 www.nobleconcrete.com

All Aces Mechanical 2, 1014 41 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5M1 403-393-9922 www.allaces.ca All Terrain Landscaping Ltd. Box 1702 Raymond, AB T0K 2S0 403-332-2446 www.allterrainlandscapingltd.ca Alpine Drywall Ltd. 3020 12 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J9 403-327-8853 www.alpinedrywalllethbridge.ca

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C & V Excavating Ltd. Box 1484 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K2 403-327-3555 www.cvexcavating.com

Class 1 Inc. 565 Boxwood Drive Cambridge, ON N3E 1A5 519-650-2355 www.class1inc.com

Dawson Wallace Construction 28, 2015 32 Avenue NE Calgary, AB T2E 6Z3 403-735-5988 www.dawsonwallace.com

Cabinet Expressions Ltd. 5410 2nd Avenue, PO Box 298 Coalhurst, AB T0L 0V0 403-329-1339 www.cabinetexpressions.ca

Coleman Electric Ltd. 1430D 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J8 403-381-2294 www.colemanelectric.ca

D-Com Electric & Communications 2B 1710 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H1 403-380-5006 www.d-com.ca

Caliber Landscaping Ltd. Box 380 Coalhurst, AB T0L 0VO 403-634-0592 www.caliberlandscaping.ca

Cooper Equipment Rentals 429 39th Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5T2 403-327-4378 www.cooperequipment.ca

Degraaf Excavating Ltd. 2215 41 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5W3 403-320-5647

Caliber Sport Systems 35, 1011 57 Avenue N.E. Calgary, AB T2E 8X9 855-718-9787 www.calibersport.com

Corona Electric Ltd. 3605 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T2 403-320-7726 www.corona1.com

Canastone Contracting Ltd. PO Box 909 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M8 403-345-5442 www.canastonecontracting.com

Coulee Glass & Aluminum 3, 3160 12th Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5V1 403-320-2111 www.couleeglass.ca

Deltec Power & Control Systems Ltd. 1430 36th Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H8 403-320-0795 www.deltecpower.ca

Candu Automation & Control Solutions Ltd. 10, 3493 6 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5C1 403-331-7321 www.canduautomation.com

Crane Supply Inc. 2815 2 Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0G8 403-360-5308 www.cranesupply.com

Dennis Dirtworx Ltd. PO Box 1341 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N2 403-345-3539 www.dennisdirtworx.ca

Cross Cut Directional Boring Ltd. PO Box 23022, RPO St. Mike’s Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P5 403-381-2241 www.crosscutboring.com

Derochie Painting Ltd. 4010 24 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L7 403-380-4248 www.derochie.ca

D.A. Building Systems 2808 2 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 0C2 403-328-4427 www.dabuilding.com

Destiny Homes Inc. Box 928 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M8 403-345-4430 www.destinyhomesinc.ca

Charmar Enterprises Box 1390 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N2 403-345-6024

D.A. Electric Ltd. 220 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z3 403-328-4849 www.daelectric.ca

DH Fencing Ltd. PO Box 754 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M7 403-360-1526 www.dhfencing.ca

City of Lethbridge 910 4 Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0P6 403-320-4052 www.lethbridge.ca

Dabs Electric Ltd. 1510 B 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J8 403-327-7201 www.dabselectricltd.webs.com

Diamond Springs Enterprises Ltd. Box 126 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0 403-795-8409 www.diamondspringsenterprises.com

Canem Systems Ltd. 3164 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7E5 587-220-2989 www.canem.com Charlton & Hill Ltd. 2620 5 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6J6 403-328-3380 www.charltonandhill.com

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Delcan Building Materials Ltd. PO Box 1930 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-553-3632 www.delcanbuilding.com

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DMT Mechanical Ltd. 1110 41 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5M1 403-328-9424 www.dmtmechanical.com

F. Miller Excavating Ltd. PO Box 266 Vauxhall, AB T0K 2K0 403-654-2064 www.fmillerexcavating.com

FWBA Architects 915 15 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 3A5 403-327-3113 www.fwbarch.com

Dorren Electric 1985 Ltd. 226 22 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3R7 403-328-9246 www.dorrenelectric.ca

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lethbridge 4081 2nd Avenue South Lethbridge, AB T1J 1Z2 Tel: 587-425-0388 www.marriott.com/yqlfi

Genuine Siding & Roofing Ltd. 1, 1401 28 Street North Lethbridge, AB T1H 6H9 Tel: 403-929-4903 www.genuinesiding.com

Dutchie Dirt Moving Ltd. PO Box 120 Turin, AB T0K 2H0 403-738-4033 www.dutchiedirtmoving.com Earthlings Inc. 4610 58th Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1K 7E2 403-327-8722 www.earthlingsinc.ca East Butte Contracting 121 Highway Avenue, Box 359 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0 403-635-0385 www.eastbutte.com E.D. marketing enterprises ltd.

344 31st Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z3 403-327-8284 www.edmarketingenterprises.com EMCO Waterworks Bay 4, 255 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z4 403-317-4413 www.emcowaterworks.com Energy Technology Products Ltd. 8128 McIntyre Road Edmonton, AB T6E 5C4 780-468-1110 www.etpl.ca Engineered Air 1401 Hastings Crescent S.E. Calgary, AB T2G 4C8 403-444-4095 www.engineeredair.com Exel Systems Inc. 10550 110 Street Edmonton, AB T5H 3C5 780-466-6268 www.exelsystems.ca

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Ferro Building Systems Ltd. 301, 19292 60 Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 3M2 604-530-3224 www.ferrobuildings.com

Gilmar Crane – Conventional West Projects Ltd. 3216 - 3 Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H5 403-327-6511 www.lethbridgecranes.com

Fire Safety Services Ltd. 206 31st Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z3 403-328-6483 www.firesafetyservicesltd.ca

Graham Construction Suite 110, 115 Quarry Park Road S.E. Calgary, AB T2C 5G9 587-747-7600 www.graham.ca

Floor Designs (2010) Inc. 1108B 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X3 403-394-6221 www.floordesigns.ca

Greenfield Construction Ltd. Box 47, Site 8, RR1 Strathmore, AB T1P 1J6 403-361-7900 www.greenfield-construction.com

Floorright Interiors Ltd. 3021 32 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1K 7B1 403-329-1780 www.floorright.ca

Ground Breakers Construction Inc. PO Box 989 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M8 403-635-5510 www.groundbreakers.com

Fox Building Automation Ltd. 463 Silkstone Cres. W. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4C1 403-892-3890 www.foxba.ca

Ground Tech Enterprise Inc. Box 4341 Taber, AB T1G 2C7 403-634-3646

Framcon Construction Ltd. Box 745 Fort Macleod, AB T0K 0Z0 403-634-3315 www.framcon.ca

Guillevin International Inc. 1220 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H8 403-320-2422 www.guillevin.com

Freddie’s Paint Lethbridge Ltd. 210 17 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4G3 403-327-5540 www.freddiespaint.com

Gunther’s Masonry Construction 4, 3655 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T2 403-381-4752

Fuzo Woodworks Inc. Bay D, 2926 8 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E1 403-381-9422 www.fuzowoodworks.com

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Hamilton’s Carpet One 1001 2 Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0C8 403-327-5454 www.hamiltonscarpetonelethbridge.com Hi-Country Environmental Services PO Box 2770 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 403-627-5429

Hurlburt Rock Products Ltd. PO Box 1119 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-553-4705 www.hurlburtrock.com Inland Concrete, A Div. Lehigh Hanson 3104 6 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5C3 403-327-3175 www.lehighhanson.com Inland Screw Piling Ltd. Box 1299 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N1 403-345-6781 www.inlandscrewpiling.com

Instream Water Control Projects Ltd. 3071 Giffen Road N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7A1 403-330-4446 www.instreamwcp.com Integrity Drywall Ltd. 1, 4006 9 Avenue N. Lethbridge T1H 6T8 403-634-4988

JB Concrete Pumping Inc. PO Box 1133 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M9 403-894-3194 www.jbconcretepumping.ca

LA Paving & Maintenance Ltd. Box 810 Magrath, AB T0K 1J0 403-329-1381

JB Construction Inc. PO Box 1133 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M9 403-634-4670 www.jbconstruction.ca

Johnson Controls/Tyco 3215C 16th Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E8 403-328-2990 www.tycolfs.ca KB Heating & A/C Ltd. 3569 32 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7C2 403-328-0337 www.kbheating.com KDH Painting 8, 3506 32nd Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T0L 0V0 403-360-6585 www.kdhpainting.com

Iron Core Welding Ltd. 3302 3rd Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H5 403-942-2494 www.ironcorewelding.com ISL Engineering & Land Services Ltd. 416B Stafford Drive S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 2L2 403-327-3755 www.islengineering.com

Jay & Jo Exteriors Ltd. 1907 7A Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 0Z8 403-795-0672 www.jandjexteriors.com

L.W. Dennis Contracting Ltd. PO Box 27009, RPO Fairway Plaza Lethbridge, AB T1K 6Z8 403-382-9505

Jenex Contracting Ltd. PO Box 155 Magrath, AB T0K 1J0 403-758-6862 www.jenexcontracting.com

Inphase Electric Inc. 5801 64 Avenue Taber, AB T1G 0B5 403-635-0048 www.inphasecontrols.ca

J A Building Services Box 37 Hillcrest, AB T0K 1C0 1-833-563-5227 www.jabs-ca.com

Jack’s Mechanical Insulation Ltd. 124 22 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3R5 403-327-2369

Key Electric 1017 19st N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3L9 403-634-5526 Kirk’s Vacuum Truck Services Ltd. Box 4102 Taber, AB T1G 2C6 Tel: 403-223-9377 www.kirksvactruck.com KLP Trucking Ltd. PO Box 2257 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4K7 403-330-8917 L & L Mechanical Insulators 10 Beaverrun Place N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6E1 403-328-0407

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Lafarge Canada Inc. 530 9 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 1E4 403-332-6204 www.lafarge-northwest.com Lealta Building Supplies Ltd. 240 Stafford Drive N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6N6 403-328-3031 www.lealtabuildingsupplies.net Lethbridge Basement Ltd. 1, 704 4 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X4 403-381-8633 www.lethbridgebasement.ca Lethbridge College 3000 College Drive S. Lethbridge, AB T1K 1L6 403-320-3202, Ext. 5253 www.lethbridgecollege.ca Lethbridge Door Systems 359 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5T2 403-327-3667 www.lethbridgedoorsystems.com Lethbridge Elevator Ltd. PO Box 33022 Lethbridge, AB T1H 5P2 403-320-2202 Lethbridge Fasteners & Tools Ltd. 2825B 12 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5K9 403-380-3503 www.lethfast.ca Link Builders Box 2650 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 403-627-5504 www.linkbuilders.ca Liquid Diamond Products Ltd. 15715 116 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5M 3W1 780-489-1901 www.liquiddiamondltd.com

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LIVE electric inc.

1502 8th Street, PO Box 1179 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M8 403-593-1939 www.liveelectric.ca

Mikado Electric 3420 12TH Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5V1 403-381-7588 www.mikadoelectric.com

Nitro Construction Ltd. 58 Broxburn Blvd.

Lethbridge County, AB T1J 4P4 403-942-3535 www.nitroconstruction.ca

Logic Lumber 1217 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6Y8 403-328-7755 www.logiclumber.com

Mike Spencer Geometrics 70, 491 WT Hill Blvd. S. Lethbridge, AB T1H 1Y6 403-320-5320 www.mikesgeo.ca

M. Johnston Construction Ltd. PO Box 236 Cranbrook, BC V1C 4H7 250-489-3419 www.bcbridgebuilder.com

Millwork Innovations 3 6, 3320 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J3 403-394-7714 www.millworkinnovations.ca

NL Smith & Sons Construction Ltd. (NLSS) Box 267, 2804 19 Avenue Nanton, AB T0L 1R0 403-646-3175 www.nlsmith.ca

Main Line Power Control Systems Ltd. 10, 1065 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L5 403-381-3887

MI Petro Construction/MPI Electric 135 Broxburn Blvd.

Lethbridge County, AB T1J 4P4 403-328-0220 www.mipetrogroup.com

Mariah Projects Ltd. RR 2 Cayley, AB T0L 0P0 403-369-9723 www.mariahprojects.ca Martec Insulations 205074 Hwy. 512 Lethbridge, AB T1J 5R9 403-328-8246 www.martecinsulation.com Maverick Concrete Ltd. 219 22 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7B8 403-327-2925 www.maverickconcrete.ca McNally Contractors (2011) Ltd. 4155 6 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X1 403-328-3924 www.mcnallycontractors.com.

McNamara’s Flooring Studio 3611 1st Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4P8 403-394-2495 www.mcnamaraflooring.ca MDG Contracting Services Inc. PO Box 9 Sparwood, BC V0B 2G0 250-425-9943 www.mdgcontracting.ca Mid-West Pump (90) Ltd. 311 33 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z6 403-329-0427 www.mid-westgroup.com

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Mountain View Pre-Cast Ltd. Box 817, 1025 Charcoal Street Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-894-2217 www.mountainviewprecast.ca MPE Engineering Ltd. 300, 714 5 Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 0V1 403-329-3442 www.mpe.ca Municipality of Crowsnest Pass PO Box 600 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0 Tel: 403-563-2220 www.crowsnestpass.com National Bank Financial Inc. Johnson Wealth Management Group 404 6 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 2C9 403-388-1900 www.johnsonwealthmanagement.ca

Noslo Drywall 93023 RR 20-3, PO Box 1480 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N3 403-360-6679 www.noslodrywall.com Ossa Terra Ltd. PO Box 460 Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z1 403-328-5882 www.ossaterra.ca Overhead Door Company Of Lethbridge 2835 12 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5K9 403-328-0922 www.overheaddoorsales.ca Parcon Construction Ltd. 1505 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5G8 403-320-7496 www.parcon.ca Passey Electric Box 831 Raymond, AB T0K 2S0 403-635-6767 www.passeyelectric.com Porter Tanner Associates Inc. 94073 RR 17-2 Barnwell, AB T0K 0B0 403-223-2277 www.portertanner.com

Nelson Family Ranches Box 388 Stirling, AB T0K 2E0 403-756-3099 www.nfr.ag

Precon PO Box 128 Stn. Main Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Y3 403-382-4941 www.precon.ca

Neu-Lite Electric Inc. 1320 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H8 403-327-7711 www.neu-lite.com

Premiere Custom Homes Ltd. Box 593 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0 403-732-4682 www.premierehomesltd.ca

Lethbridge Construction Association

Pro Building Supplies Inc. 45 Broxburn Blvd.

Lethbridge County, AB T1J 4P4 403-317-3077 www.probuildingsupplies.com

Remediclean Inc. 15, 3954 30 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6Z4 403-815-5199 www.remediclean.ca

Promax electric ltd.

725 20 Street South Lethbridge, AB T1J 3J3 Tel: 403-329-0935 www.promaxelectric.ca

Ridge Electric Ltd. Box 485 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M5 403-345-5448 www.ridgeelectric.ca

ProRoots Developments Ltd. Box 637 Picture Butte, AB T0K 1V0 Tel: 403-393-3262 www.proroots.ca

Ririe Excavating and Aggregate Ltd. Box 1100 Magrath, AB T0K 1J0 403-308-2632 www.ririegravel.com

Quality Exteriors Ltd. 2102 15 Street Coaldale, AB T1M 1E5 403-915-6195 www.qualityexteriorsltd.com RAFA Enterprises (2014) Ltd. 324 Ponderosa Road Lethbridge, AB T1K 8H4 403-329-6188 www.rafaenterprises.ca RBG Construction 3115 Giffen Road N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7A1 403-327-0004

Rite-Way Fencing Inc. 2525 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5M9 403-328-5666 www.ritewayfencing.com Rivers Electric (Taber) Co. Ltd. 6201 56 Avenue Taber, AB T1G 1X9 403-223-4522 www.riverselectric.ca Rocky Mountain Hardwood Flooring 71 Squamish Crt. W. Lethbridge, AB T1K 7M3 403-328-1271 www.rmhflooring.com

RC Construction 5311 48 Avenue Taber, AB T1G 1S7 403-223-6835 www.rcconstructionab.com Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd. 400 4th Avenue S., Suite 202 Lethbridge, AB T1J 4E1 403-320-0467 www.rjc.ca Red seal roofing ltd. #41 101002 Range Road 210 Lethbridge, AB T1J 5P3 403-327-7940 www.redsealroofing.net Reive Plumbing Ltd. 1701 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L1 403-327-5026 www.reiveplumbingandheating.ca

Roest Contracting Ltd. 1235 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L5 403-327-2501 www3.telus.net/jroest/home.htm Roseke Engineering Ltd. 3614 18 Avenue North Lethbridge, AB T1H 5S7 Tel: 403-942-6170 Sage Management 855 2 Avenue E. Cardston, AB T0K 0K0 403-653-3230 www.albertacrushing.com Scenic Landscaping Ltd. PO Box 351 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M4 403-327-9776 www.sceniclandscaping.ca

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Schwartz Reliance Insurance & Registry 300 10 Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 2M6 403-320-1010 www.schwartzrelianceinsurance.com Sego Industries Inc. 3905 14th Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6P6 780-496-9753 www.segoindustries.com Select People Solutions (Teamwork Training) 236 200 4TH Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4C9 403-382-3669 www.selectrecruiting.ca Shanahan’s Alberta Ltd. 1430 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J8 403-327-3282 www.shanahans.com Silver Ridge Construction (1999) Ltd. 575 WT Hill Blvd. S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 1Y6 403-381-4947 www.srcltd.ca Simpson Industrial Services Ltd. 3302 3rd Avenue S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4H5 403-328-3532 www.simpsonindustrial.ca Simpson Plumbing 3, 3710 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5S7 403-328-3584 www.simpsonplumbing.ca Smart Building Solutions 1013 Grady Street Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-894-8327 www.smartbuildingsolutions.ca South-Alta Communications 10, 3474 32 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7B4 403-329-3330 www.southalta.ca Southland Contractors Inc. Box 505 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M5 403-345-3969

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Southern Excavating & Trucking Inc. 82060 RR 211 Lethbridge, AB T1K 8H4 403-634-3616 www.southernexcavating.com

Sure Glass Ltd. Box 1945 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 403-627-4737 Syn-Core Directional Ltd. Box 867, 5213 6 Street Coalhurst, AB T0L 0V0 403-381-3533 www.syncoredirectional.com

Southern Irrigation LP 511 41 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7B6 403-394-0042 www.southernirrigation.com Southland Contractors Inc. Box 505 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M5 Tel: 403-635-4910 Southwest Concrete Products Ltd. PO Box 759 Cardston, AB T0K 0K0 403-653-4431 Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. 3755 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6T2 403-320-5400 www.southwestdesignandconstruction. com Spraytek Insulation Ltd. 214 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z3 403-381-4087 www.spraytek.ca

Top Notch Mechanical 7, 525 39 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5B8 403-317-9112 www.topnotchmechanicalltd.ca

TA Excavating Ltd. 1523 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X2 403-320-0085

Topaz Masonry Ltd. 1104 25 Avenue Coaldale, AB T1M 1N4 403-634-2652 www.topazmasonry.com

Tetra Tech Canada 442 10 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 2C7 403-329-9009 www.tetratech.com/canada The Brick Layer Box 1614 Raymond, AB T0K 2S0 403-328-4453

Titan Masonry Ltd. 40 Sixmile Road S. Lethbridge, AB T1K 5S6 403-894-0674

Structurlam Mass Timber Corporation 2176 Government Street Penticton, BC V2A 8B5 250-492-8912 www.structurlam.com

TNR Roofing Ltd. 3121 34 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7C4 403-892-8814 www.tnrroofingltd.com

Toll Free 1 (833) 563 JABS WWW.JABS-CA.COM

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Top All Drywall Unit C, 432 13 Street North Lethbridge, AB T1K 2S2 Tel: 403-320-8084

Synergy Ltd. 2, 819 44 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1K 5E2 587-220-2308 www.synergyltd.ca

Timber-Tech Truss Inc. 1405 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1J 5G8 403-328-5499 www.timbertechtruss.ca

Steve’s Urethane Inc. Box 1669 Coaldale, AB T1M 1N3 403-345-5336 www.stevesurethane.com

Tollestrup Construction PO Box 474 Lethbridge, AB T1J 3Z1 403-330-2866 www.tollestrup.com

Lethbridge Construction Association

University Of Lethbridge 4401 University Drive W. Lethbridge, AB T1K 3M4 403-382-7189 www.uleth.ca Van Rijn Electric Ltd. PO Box 819 Coaldale, AB T1M 1M7 403-345-5820 www.vanrijnelectric.com Varsteel Ltd. 330, 220 4th Street S. Lethbridge, AB T1J 4J7 403-320-1953 www.varsteel.ca VHL Construction Ltd. Box 4779 Taber, AB T1G 2E1 403-223-9411 www.vhlconstruction.ca Vicary Resources Inc. Box 411 Blairmore, AB T0K 0E0 403-563-0042 www.vicary.ca Vitae Environmental Construction Ltd. Box 2488 Pincher Creek, AB T0K 1W0 403-627-4589 www.vitae-enviro.com

Volker Stevin Highways Ltd. 4004 6th Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6W4 403-634-5386 www.volkerstevin.ca

Wil-Sand Custom Woodwork 2336 2A Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 0G6 403-327-1466 www.wilsand.com

Zero Gravity Crane & Rigging Inc. 3719 2 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5K7 403-380-3150 www.zerogravitycrane.com

Ward Bros. Construction Ltd. 3604 18 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5S7 403-328-6698 www.wardbros.ca

Wolseley Canada Inc. 1601 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X2 403-327-4587 www.wolseleyinc.ca

Zrim Masonry Ltd. Bay 5, 1507 33 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5H2 403-394-9896

Waterproofing Roofing Ltd. 2243 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6Z2 403-320-8128 www.wproofing.ca Wesbridge Construction Ltd. 1510 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5J8 403-328-8022 www.wesbridgeconstruction.com Westburne Electric (West) 3115 16 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 5E8 403-327-8561 www.westburne.ca Westco Construction Ltd. 214 31 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 3Z3 403-380-4084 www.westcoconstruction.ca

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Westglas Insulation Ltd. Bay 17, 7003 30 Street S.E. Calgary, AB T2C 1N6 403-236-5839 Weston Manufacturing Ltd. 1013 Charcoal Street, Box 2001 Fort Macleod, AB T0L 0Z0 403-553-0368 www.westonmfg.ca Whisper Heating And Cooling Ltd. 1108A 36 Street N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 6X3 403-892-5636 www.whisperheating.com Whissell Contracting Ltd. 3391 32 Avenue N. Lethbridge, AB T1H 7A4 403-328-1346 www.whissell.ca Wild West Fencing Inc. 220077 Township Road 81 Lethbridge County, AB T1K 8G5 403-382-7013 www.wildwestfencing.com

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Note: General Supplementary Conditions for use in the Province of Alberta must be used

CCDC 4 – 2011 Unit Price Contract

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CCDC 9A & 9B – 2018 Statutory Declarations Free download for documents 9A & 9B from www.ccdc.org

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CCDC 10 – 2018 Guide to Construction Project Delivery Methods

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CCDC 15 – 2013 Design Services Contract between Design-Builder and Consultant CCA 16 – 1992 Guidelines for Determining the Cost Associated with Performing Changes in the Work

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Lethbridge Construction Association 1705 – 36 Street North, Lethbridge, AB T1H 6L1 Tel:(403) 328.2474 Fax:(403) 329.0971 admin@lethconst.ca

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CCA 25 – 2001 A Guide to Project Management Services CCA 26 – 2016 A Guide to the Construction Management Project Delivery Method CCA 27 – 1997 A Guide on Construction Environmental Management Planning

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www.synergyltd.ca WE PROVIDE Shop and Portable Welding Services Structural and Misc. Steel Fabrication CWB and B-Pressure Certification

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SPECIALIZING IN SPRAY FOAM SINCE 1981 Steve’s Urethane has a reputation for superior work and customer satisfaction.

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index to Advertisers 4 Seasons Inc....................................................................................................................10

Lafarge Canada Inc. (Lethbridge)...........................................................................63

Allmar Inc............................................................................................................................14

Lealta Building Supplies..............................................................................................56

Alpine Drywall Ltd. (Lethbridge)............................................................................. 53

Lehigh Hanson Materials Limited.............................................................................81

Altaweld (1999) Inc........................................................................................................ 57

Lethbridge College........................................................................................................ 23

Apollo Steel Fabricators Ltd....................................................................................... 15

Lethbridge Door Systems..............................................................................................7

Ar-Tech Coating Ltd.......................................................................................................16

Lethbridge Fasteners & Tools.................................................................................... 71

Asyma Solutions Ltd..................................................................................................... 27

Link Builders..................................................................................................................... 57

Bartle & Gibson...............................................................................................................26

Logic Lumber (Lethbridge) Ltd...............................................................................65

Bel-Aire Welding Ltd...................................................................................................... 11

McNally Contractors (2011) Ltd................................................................................ 67

BFL Canada Insurance Services Inc......................................................................... 15

Mid-West Pump Ltd....................................................................................................... 21

BJD Electric Ltd.................................................................................................................7

Millwork Innovations 3 Ltd..........................................................................................62

BOS Scapes Inc...............................................................................................................69 Botting & Associates....................................................................................................55 Burnco.............................................................................................................................16 Caliber Landscaping & Irrigation.............................................................................. 21 Candu Automation & Control Solutions...............................................................67 Carefree Kitchens And Lighting Inc......................................................................... 9 Centaur Products Inc.................................................................................................... 57 Cooper Equipment Rentals........................................................................................ 27 D.A. Electric Ltd...............................................................................................................64 D.A. Building Systems Ltd............................................................................................ 21 Dawson Wallace Construction Ltd........................................................................ IFC Delcan Building Materials Ltd...................................................................................29 Deltec Power...................................................................................................................... 9 Dennis’ Dirtworx.............................................................................................................69 Derochie Painting Ltd..................................................................................................... 11 DMT Mechanical Ltd......................................................................................................83 Eecol Electric................................................................................................................83 Electrical Contractors Association of Alberta.................................................... 37 Floor Designs...................................................................................................................83 FramCon Construction Ltd.......................................................................................... 31

Moriyama Wolsey Chartered Accoumntants......................................................19 Neu-Lite Electric Inc......................................................................................................65 Nitro Construction Ltd..................................................................................................41 Onsite Safety Management Inc.................................................................................18 PCL Construction Management Inc....................................................................OBC Probuild Construction Ltd........................................................................................... 71 Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd................................................................................. 57 Ririe Excavating & Aggregate Ltd............................................................................16 Roest Acoustics Ltd......................................................................................................63 Scenic Landscaping Ltd.............................................................................................. 87 Schwartz Reliance Insurance.....................................................................................41 Sego Industries Inc.........................................................................................................18 Silver Ridge Construction............................................................................................19 Simpson Plumbing........................................................................................................ 53 Southwest Design Construction............................................................................... 61 Spraytek Insulation Ltd.................................................................................................41 Stampede Crane & Rigging..........................................................................................5 Steve’s Urethane Inc...................................................................................................... 87 Stuart Olson Construction Inc...................................................................................64

Fuzo Woodworks Inc....................................................................................................36

Sundance Portable Welding Ltd............................................................................... 71

Gescan................................................................................................................................36

Synergy Fabrication & Welding............................................................................... 87

Grounbreakers Construction Inc................................................................................ 11

Timber-Tech Truss Inc...................................................................................................58

Guillevin International Company............................................................................. 37

Titan Masonry Ltd........................................................................................................... 31

Headwater Equipment Sales Ltd...........................................................................IBC

Top Notch Mechanical Ltd........................................................................................... 71

Inland Concrete...............................................................................................................83

United Rentals................................................................................................................. 67

Inland Screw Piling........................................................................................................28

VHL Construction Ltd................................................................................................... 37

JA Building Services..................................................................................................... 78

Ward Bros. Construction Ltd........................................................................................3

Jack’s Mechanical Insulation Limited.....................................................................28

Westco Construction Ltd............................................................................................79

Jay & Jo Exteriors Ltd.................................................................................................... 21

Zero Gravity Cranes and Rigging Inc..................................................................... 25

Kost Fire-Safety...............................................................................................................19

Zircon Graphics................................................................................................................ 71

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