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Covid-19

Industry Priority

Overview

The BC Construction Association has been a trusted ally and key source of information to and from the industry during the pandemic. As soon as the pandemic hit, and then when industry was deemed “essential” by the BC government, robust and timely communications were crucial to the safe functioning of our industry. We continue to publish COVID-19 Briefings on an as-needed basis to industry and government subscribers.

Important Updates regarding COVID-19

If you work in BC’s construction industry, please subscribe to our COVID-19 Briefing to stay informed on industry-related updates regarding the pandemic. We will only email you when there is important information to share.

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Wednesday, August 11 COVID Updates

Friday, June 18 COVID Updates

Thursday, May 20 COVID Updates

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  • Tuesday, March 31 COVID Updates
  • Monday, March 30 COVID Updates
  • Sunday, March 29: BCCA President’s Message
  • Friday, March 27 COVID Updates
  • Thursday, March 26 COVID Update
  • Wednesday, March 25 COVID Update
  • Tuesday, March 24 COVID Update
  • Monday, March 23 COVID Update
  • Friday, March 20 COVID Update
  • Thursday, March 19 COVID Update

The construction sector is united in the fight against COVID-19. Read the op-ed published in the Vancouver Sun on May 29, 2020, co-signed by 21 leading industry organizations, including the BCCA.

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BCCA President, Chris Atchison speaks to the importance of worksite safety measures in this March 25, Global News story: “If a worksite isn’t safe, it shouldn’t be operational. What we’re here to say is when and where those worksites can be safe and can comply, we want to support those worksites continuing” 

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BCCA is advocating for the provincial government to introduce deferred property and payroll tax payments, review timelines for public sector construction projects in the event it’s possible to accelerate projects in K-12 and post-secondary institutions, and other measures that may help to lessen the impact of the coronavirus on BC’s construction industry.  As the #1 employer in BC’s goods sector and a contributor of nearly 10% of provincial GDP, the construction sector is essential to the economic health of our province.

At an unprecedented time like this, communicating your situation to us is more important than ever. Please keep us informed to help us advocate on your behalf:

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We will be monitoring input throughout each day and have formed a team of industry experts to support us in our response to you and to government:

  • Canadian Construction Association
  • BC Ministry of Finance
  • Partnerships BC
  • CBRE Ltd
  • Council Of Construction Associations
  • BCCA Employee Benefit Trust
  • WorkSafeBC

  • BC Construction Safety Alliance
  • Jenkins Marzban Logan LLP
  • MNP LLP
  • Pace Communications
  • Jouta Performance Group
  • Wylie-Crump Ltd
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Activity

BCCA Updates & Official Statements

Bill 23 Passes into Law | August 19, 2020
BC Construction Sector Supports Temporary Sick Pay Coverage During COVID-19 | June 3, 2020
BCCA Statement regarding COVID-19 coronavirus | March 2, 2020

BCCA News Releases

Construction Workers Get Fast-Tracked for COVID Vaccine in Vancouver - June 16, 2021 - Category: News, News Releases
Four British Columbians Recognized for Extraordinary Safety Leadership During Pandemic - April 29, 2021 - Category: News, News Releases
Latest Construction Industry Statistics Reveal Strength Despite Pandemic Challenges - April 22, 2021 - Category: News, News Releases

Resources

Other News

Construction Sector United in Fight Against COVID-19 - May 29, 2020 -
BCCA Statement regarding COVID-19 coronavirus - March 2, 2020 -

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