Industry News
October 4, 2024
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Media Advisory
Join Us for a Spooky Night of Music and Fun! October 2, 2024 (Victoria, BC) – Get ready to have a blast! On Thursday, October […]
September 26, 2024
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Our Deepest Condolences
Dear Construction Communiuty, We are deeply saddened by the tragic incidents that claimed the lives of two workers on construction sites in Nanaimo and Langford […]
September 17, 2024
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BC Building Code 2024: Exemptions Granted for In-Stream Projects
The Province of British Columbia has amended the Ministerial Order adopting the 2024 BC Building Code, introducing a significant exemption for in-stream construction projects. This […]
August 20, 2024
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New Development Opportunity for VICA Members: BC Builds Housing Project in North Cowichan
BC Builds and the District of North Cowichan are seeking a developer for a pre-zoned site in downtown Chemainus to build new rental housing. This opportunity, part of the BC Builds program, invites proposals by September 29, 2024
June 5, 2024
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Vancouver Island’s Development and Construction Leaders Celebrate Industry Excellence
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Victoria, BC (June 05, 2024) – The best of Vancouver Island’s construction and development sector was on display as the industry celebrated […]
March 20, 2024
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VICA’s Tailgate Toolkit Program Recognized with National Award
The Vancouver Island Construction Association’s (VICA) Tailgate Toolkit program has been announced as the Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) 2024 Community Leader Award winner. Launched in […]
February 14, 2024
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Vancouver Island’s Building Sector Unites in Celebration of Industry Excellence
Victoria, BC (February 14, 2024) – The Urban Development Institute – Capital Region (UDI-CR), Canadian Home Builders Association – Vancouver Island (CHBAVI), and the Vancouver […]
January 11, 2024
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VICA Member RKM Crane Services Expands to Victoria
The following is a press release from VICA Member RKM Crane Services. RKM Cranes Services expands to Victoria, BC We are thrilled to announce that […]
January 9, 2024
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VICA Member Farmer Construction Appoints New Vice President
Farmer Construction (Farmer) is pleased to announce that Saeed Vafaei has been promoted to Vice President of Preconstruction & Estimating. “When I first interviewed Saeed, I knew […]
December 18, 2023
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Embracing the true meaning of the Holidays – giving back.
The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) and its members have embraced the true essence of the holiday season — giving back. In a testament to […]
November 24, 2023
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VICA Celebrates New Board of Directors for 2023/2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 24, 2023 (Victoria, BC) – The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) and its membership re-elected three industry leaders to its 2023-2024 […]
November 16, 2023
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Time to Take Action: Skilled Trades Certification Implementation Coming December 1, 2023
A year ago, the Industry Training Authority was renamed SkilledTradesBC by the Provincial Government and was given an expanded mandate, including the implementation of Skilled […]