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Build Your Future on Vancouver Island. A Land of Opportunity for Construction Professionals.
Do you dream of a rewarding construction career that also offers an incredible lifestyle on Canada’s West Coast? Welcome to Vancouver Island, where opportunity meets quality of life.
Ranked as Canada’s 3rd Most Livable City by The Globe and Mail, Victoria, BC, offers the best of both worlds: a thriving construction industry and an unbeatable environment to live, work, and play.
More Than a Place to Work
There’s a reason people dream of life on Vancouver Island. With mild winters, sunny summers, and endless access to the outdoors, you can finish your workday and step right into adventure.
Hike rugged coastlines, surf or kayak Pacific waters, or bike through rainforest trails — all within minutes of home. Enjoy a laid-back pace paired with city amenities, from top-tier restaurants and cultural attractions to excellent schools and easy access to the mainland.
Your Career Starts Here
Across Southern Vancouver Island, builders are shaping skylines, strengthening communities, and creating long-term opportunities in every sector of construction.
From carpenters and electricians to project managers, engineers, and heavy equipment operators, skilled professionals are in high demand. Whether your passion lies in industrial, commercial, institutional, or multi-residential construction, or you specialize in a specific trade, there’s room for you to grow here.
Who We Are
The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) has proudly supported the Island’s construction industry since 1912.
Representing more than 500 member companies across Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and coastal B.C., we connect industry professionals, advocate for our members, and deliver training that drives success.
Through workforce programs like Talent Central, the Skilled Trades Employment Program (STEP), and Construct Your Future, we’re building a stronger, more resilient industry, together.
Backed by the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) and the Canadian Construction Association (CCA), VICA leads initiatives like the Tailgate Toolkit, supporting mental health and wellness across our workforce.
Join Us and Help Build the Future
Whether you’re a seasoned professional or an apprentice just starting out, Vancouver Island is the place to build your career, and your life.
We welcome skilled workers from across Canada and around the world. Your experience, perspective, and dedication are valued here. Join us in shaping the future of one of Canada’s most dynamic and fast-growing regions.
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