Industry News
March 19, 2026
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Reflections from the 2026 Canadian Construction Association Conference
Last week’s Canadian Construction Association (CCA) Conference in San Diego was a strong reminder of the value of national collaboration and how much we gain […]
January 5, 2026
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VICA Launches The Tailgate Toolkit Leadership Training to Support Safer, Healthier Construction Worksites
Vancouver Island, B.C. (January 5, 2026) – The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) is pleased to announce the launch of Tailgate Toolkit: Leadership Fundamentals, a new professional […]
November 27, 2025
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Vancouver Island Represents at Canada’s Largest-Ever Hill Day
Last week, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) led what is believed to be the largest Hill Day by a single organization in Canadian history, and […]
October 7, 2025
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The Vancouver Island Construction Association Welcomes Introduction of Prompt Payment Legislation
Victoria, B.C. (October 7, 2025) — The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) welcomes the provincial government’s introduction of prompt payment legislation, a long-awaited and critical […]
September 26, 2025
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Construction Challenges Following UBCM in Victoria
The Union of BC Municipalities (UBCM) convention has just wrapped up in Victoria, bringing local governments together to debate and deliberate on the issues that […]
July 22, 2025
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VICA Health Benefits Plan
In a Shifting Market, Trust Is the Anchor. In today’s rapidly changing business environment, companies are feeling growing pressure to control expenses, especially as U.S. […]
May 1, 2025
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Federal Election Results Signal Construction Sector Growth on Vancouver Island
In the 2025 federal election, the Liberal Party, led by Mark Carney, secured a fourth consecutive term. On Vancouver Island, the Liberals made significant gains, […]
April 1, 2025
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VICA Announces ‘Blind Tender’ Program — Lowest Bidder Wins, But Nobody Knows What They’re Building
Victoria, BC — April 1, 2025In a bold move to “streamline procurement and spark creativity,” the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) has unveiled a brand-new initiative: the Blind […]
March 7, 2025
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Protecting Your Business: A Guide to Fraud Prevention in Construction
In today’s fast-paced digital world, protecting your business from fraud is more important than ever. Cybercriminals are becoming increasingly sophisticated, and businesses across all industries, […]
March 4, 2025
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VICA Addresses Impact of U.S.-Canada Tariffs on Construction Industry
The Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) is closely monitoring the recent escalation in trade tensions between Canada and the United States following the implementation of […]
February 3, 2025
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Industry Update: U.S. Tariffs and Their Impact on Construction
The recently announced tariffs on construction materials are expected to have significant implications for our industry, leading to increased costs, supply chain delays, and contractual […]
January 24, 2025
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Navigating Tariff Changes: Essential Steps for Your Business
Getting Ahead of Potential Tariffs: A Guide for Businesses With the announcement of a proposed 25 per cent tariff on all imports from Canada and […]