Piling Industry News
CCA statement on interprovincial trade barriers All levels of government must work together to improve the free movement of goods, services, and workers – especially in challenging times The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is urging all levels of government to support and enhance Canada’s economic recovery by maintaining a free-flowing system of trade and labour mobility between provinces. CCA has long advocated that reciprocity and the free movement of construction materials, services and personnel within Canada are not only important underpinning principles of our federation but are essential elements of our national economy, a fact highlighted as COVID-19 continues to cause disruptions not only in critical supplies but also in workforces.
“Some regions have been harder hit economically than others. But the solution is not to reflexively turn inward. Interprovincial trade barriers are inefficient, and do not support fair, transparent and competitive procurement processes,” said CCA president Mary Van Buren. “When we are facing one of the biggest challenges in our history, it is more important than ever that we stand united and work together.” Infrastructure: An investment in Canada and the communities Canadians live in CCA members − 70 per cent of which are small and medium-sized, family-run businesses – are asking for a clear, bal-
anced, fair, and flexible national economic stimulus plan that includes significant investment in infrastructure. CCA has been advocating for all levels of government to continue investing in important infrastructure projects in all regions of Canada and has been pressing the federal government to reduce red tape and ensure that tenders are issued efficiently. The Canadian construction industry is ready, willing, and able to partner with the Government of Canada and the Provinces to help our country re-build its economy and improve the quality of life of all Canadians. l
Index to advertisers American Piledriving Equipment............................................ OBC
Interpipe Inc...................................................................................31
Arntzen Corporation................................................................Wrap
Keller..................................................................................................5
Canadian Piledriving Equipment Inc........................................... 7
Liebherr Werk Nenzing Gmbh....................................OFC, 4, IBC
Equipment Corporation of America.................................18 & 19
Nucor Skyline........................................................................IFC & 3
Fraser River Pile & Dredge (GP) Inc............................................6
Platinum Grover International Inc.............................................13
Fugro Loadtest.................................................................................9
Samuel Roll Form Group..............................................................11
Hercules Machinery Corporation...............................................15
10 PIC Magazine • December 2020
