It’s been 25 years since VICA Member DenMar Electric Ltd. first opened its doors. Under the ownership of Chris Turnbull and Rick Bayko, the company has experienced steady growth effectively building a strong reputation across the island as a high quality, customer service-oriented residential and commercial electrical contractor.

Business Examiner Article | Consultant Teaches Multi-Billion Dollar Business Practices to Local Contractors

VICA is working on behalf of our members, with other industry associations including the BCCA, to provide feedback on the Workers’ Compensation system. As such, we are encouraging you, our members, to complete the online questionnaire to participate in the review.

Building permits eased nine per cent lower in May 2019 over the previous month with declines in both residential and non-residential permits. Total permits issued amounted to $71.2 million compared to $78.0 million in April 2019.

[excerpt from Douglas Magazine] On a Bernhardt Contracting job site, you’re more likely to see the Victoria company’s name emblazoned on an electric car than on a vehicle more traditionally associated with construction.

Canadian Construction Innovations, in partnership with the Canadian Construction Association and with support from the National Research Council of Canada Industrial Research Assistance Program, is pleased to announce the launch of the 2019 CONtact innovator mentorship program.

[excerpt from Douglas Magazine] In recent years, Durwest Construction has built several prominent institutional and commercial projects on Vancouver Island, including Songhees Wellness Centre, Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa and projects on Bear Mountain.

[Business Examiner Excerpt] The GVHA and the City of Victoria shared the cost for the Ship Point Repair project project, with work beginning in late October of last year. The Registered Aboriginal Business officially completed work on the project on May 10, maintaining the agreed-upon budget.

(excerpt) Out of their headquarters in Nanaimo, VICA Member National Contracting Solutions Ltd. (NCS) has established itself as a full-service team for retail franchises all over North America.

News of the federal government’s decision to green light the Trans Mountain pipeline expansion project comes at a welcome time for the construction industry, according to the Canadian Construction Association (CCA)

Every year, Sherwin-Williams employees at more than 4,300 neighborhood stores partner with local organizations to find spaces that could use a fresh coat of paint.

[news release] This June, BC’s small businesses will be hit with three major new costs: front-loaded increase to minimum wage, first installment for Employer Health Tax, and property tax.

According to the Regional Check-Up report by the Chartered Professional Accountants of British Columbia (CPABC), the Vancouver Island/Coast enjoyed another year of solid economic expansion due to continued population growth.

Murray and Lynda Farmer were appointed to the Order of B.C. in its 30th year. The award honours people who have acted with distinction in their field of endeavour, and who have been an example of generosity, service and selflessness.

Building permits across Vancouver Island climbed 26 per cent in the first quarter of 2019 over the previous quarter totaling $610 million, and rose five per cent compared to the first quarter of 2018.

The City of Courtenay is seeking new members, particularly those with experience in land development and building construction, for an important volunteer committee that makes decisions on minor variances to the Zoning Regulation Bylaw.

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is pleased that Canada and the U.S. have reached a decision to lift steel and aluminum tariffs.

Building permits spiked 80 per cent in March 2019 over the previous month on the strength of a seasonal surge in residential permits, reaching $106.9 million compared to $59.4 million in February 2019.

You're invited to the Grand Opening of the Shanhan's | McGregor & Thompson combined branch at 3026 Jutland Road on May 16.

Hazelwood Construction is officially challenging construction companies in the Nanaimo area to meet or exceed their $10,000 donation to the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation.

The Vancouver Island Construction Association is pleased to announce the recipients of the 2019 VICA Awards, which recognize the work its members do to build and regenerate our local communities: the universities, hospitals, historic sites, airports, and condominiums.

On Tuesday, April 23rd at the Delta Ocean Pointe in Victoria, members of Vancouver Island's industrial, commercial, institutional, civil, and multi-family residential construction sector gathered at the Vancouver Island Construction Association's inaugural Awards Gala.

Register for #VICC2019 today to join the who's who of the industry and add your name to the list of companies representing the Vancouver Island construction industry on April 24th at the Victoria Conference Centre.

The Nanaimo Chamber announces it will be holding an All-Candidates Forum for the federal byelection called for May 6 in the Nanaimo-Ladysmith riding.

Congratulations to the 2019 Vancouver Island Real Estate Board Awards of Excellence winners announced at the awards ceremony on Thursday, April 4 at the Filberg Centre in Courtenay.