2024 Building the Grande Prairie and Peace Region magazine

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Q&A with the President of the GPCA, Andre Deslauriers..................................................... 6 Message from the COO of the GPCA, Carmen Lemay........................................................... 8 Message from the Premier of Alberta, the Honourable Danielle Smith.............................10 Message from the Minister of Infrastructure, Pete Guthrie.................................................. 12

Message from the Mayor of Grande Prairie, Jackie Clayton.................................................14 Building on our collective advocacy: The CCA advancing the need for foundational infrastructure and workforce capacity..... 16

BUILDING the Grande Prairie & Peace Region

is published by DEL Communications Inc. Suite 300, 6 Roslyn Road Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3L 0G5 www.delcommunications.com President & CEO DAVID LANGSTAFF

ACA advocacy update...................................................................................................................18

Managing Editor SHAYNA WIWIERSKI shayna@delcommunications.com

GPCA 2024 executive & board of directors............................................................................ 20

Advertising Sales Manager DAYNA OULION

Gold Seal Certification – Become a Gold Seal Employer...................................................... 19 2024 GPCA committees.............................................................................................................. 22 2024 GPCA upcoming events.................................................................................................... 23

GPCA social committee report.................................................................................................. 24

Partnerships with Education report.......................................................................................... 28 Creating positive change through Steps for Life..................................................................... 30 BuildWorks Canada Q1-Q4 2023 update................................................................................ 32

GPCA membership application form....................................................................................... 34

2023/24 GPCA members............................................................................................................ 36

GPCA document price list.......................................................................................................... 46 New CCDC documents available now...................................................................................... 51

The ACSA’s Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee making our community safer....... 54

New Beaverlodge Fire Hall opens.............................................................................................. 56 New Grande Prairie Toyota dealership.................................................................................... 58 Lee’s Sheet Metal: A 60-year legacy of innovation and resilience in Grande Prairie...... 60

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Q&A with the president of the GPCA

ANDRE DESLAURIERS

Tell me about yourself and how long you have been president of the GPCA for. Previously, how were you involved with the GPCA and for how long?

Andre Deslauriers: I’ve been president for one year and I was a board member for eight years prior to that. I am also the operations manager at Kamwin Electric Ltd.

I am the lead of the Partnerships with Education Committee. The committee oversees scholarships and communications with the schools to promote our industry and trades as a whole. Part of the committee is the GPCA’s Trades Café event, which we have had really good success with in terms of getting engagement from students and schools, and promoting the trades in the Grande Prairie area.

What are some major projects in the area and why is this exciting?

Some major projects include the twinning of Highway 40 from the Wapiti River to the West Fraser Mill, and the new Harry Balfour School, which is located east of Grande Prairie near Five Mile Hall and will be completed in early 2024. There is a new school in Peace River, École Des Quatre-Vents, completed in 2023. There’s also a new seniors lodge being built in Spirit River with construction slated to be complete in early 2024.

What are some initiatives and main priorities for the association this year?

The main initiative is being more involved with community organizations and other associations.

Also getting the GPCA name out there and being more involved in the community.

How has the association evolved since you’ve been a member? Why should one join the association?

When I first got involved with the GPCA, the online plan room, CoolNET/BuildWorks, provided the largest benefit to the members. The online plan room still provides a big benefit to the members, but we are moving towards more advocacy and involvement in the community. We’re looking to be a construction hub for new and existing construction companies as a place they can go to find professional services as they relate to the construction industry.

What do members have to look forward to this year?

Members can look forward to the events that we are going to be putting on. These events include the crib and chili cookoff, as well as a golf tournament. There was a Halloween party we put on last year that was a big success and we want to put it on again this year as well.

We also have the Career Trade Fair, which is in partnership with the City of Grande Prairie. That event is pretty exciting and some of the outlying communities will be coming as well, it’s not just for Grande Prairie.

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CELEBRATING

YEARS We're excited to reflect on five decades of legacy, partnerships, and transformative projects across Northern and Western Canada. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our clients, suppliers, trade partners, consultants, and our talented team of professionals, all of whom have been instrumental in our success.

We look forward to continuing these valued partnerships in the decades ahead.

Message from the COO of the GPCA

CARMEN LEMAY

In an era defined by collaboration and collective action, our

These initiatives not only highlight our commitment to our

association is making collaboration our key focus for this year.

core values but also underscore our ability to adapt and in-

We will be working with other associations/organizations

novate in a rapidly changing landscape.

within Grande Prairie to make an impact for our members and the wider community.

Our association has a deep-seated commitment to fostering meaningful connections and nurturing a sense of belonging

Over the years, our association has asked “What do our mem-

among our members. Through networking events, and collab-

bers need” and “what do we need to stay relevant”. These an-

orative endeavours, we strive to create an inclusive and sup-

swers have not always been clear, but we do know that labour

portive ecosystem where businesses can thrive and grow.

shortage is a strong common issue with all of our members.

As we stand on the cusp of a new era, the road ahead is filled

In 2023 we once again held our Trades Café and improved the

with limitless possibilities and opportunities. Guided by our

size of the event. We feel promoting the trades as a career

unwavering commitment to our members, we are poised to

is the right direction in helping with the labour shortage and

embark on a new chapter of growth, innovation, and impact.

helps to keep us relevant to our members and in the com-

Our vision for the future is one of continued collaboration, em-

munity. In 2024 we are working on more collaborations with

powerment, and positive change, as we strive to build a better

these same two goals in mind. Some noteworthy achieve-

industry for years to come.

ments include: 1. Youth Career Expo – Trades Café: We partnered with the City of Grande Prairie to have a space within their event for our Trades Café. This event allows us to reach more schools/ students as it covers a much larger surrounding area.

2. Playhouse Raffle – Centre for Young Parents: We have partnered with the Centre for Young Parents to help find builders and sponsors for the Playhouse Raffle. This partnership allows us to showcase the member companies that are building the playhouses. Sponsoring this raffle builds a

• We had 244 projects closed in our BuildWorks plan room, this is also including numbers from projects that are pushed through from bids and tenders.

• Membership ended at 135 members.

Contact emails for staff are: Accounting/Course Registrations: Carmen, carmen@gpca.ca

strong collaboration for the young parents that are inter-

Print Requests/BuildWorks:

ested in going into the trades.

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3. Meetings – We have and are going to continue meeting with the City of Grande Prairie, County of Grande Prairie, the chamber of commerce, and other local construction associations to help advocate for our members but also find new opportunities to give our members.

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Message from the Minister of Infrastructure

PETE GUTHRIE

On behalf of Alberta’s government, I want to express appreciation to the Grande Prairie Construction Association for the work you do to build a better Alberta. I continue to be impressed by the professionalism and passion of industry members across our province who are committed to providing the infrastructure Alberta needs both now and into the future.

From day one, my focus has been delivering on the mandate provided to me by Premier Smith. This includes collaborating with industry members, like yourselves, and my government colleagues, to ensure Albertans get the public infrastructure they need, on time and on budget, while also creating jobs and growing the economy.

Some of my priorities include continuing to find ways to reduce red tape, improve performance, and optimize business operations. We are working to develop a funding formula to guide the amount of capital funding that should be budgeted each year, ensuring greater predictability for industry in the longer term and the effective maintenance and resilience of public infrastructure like hospitals and schools. In addition, we are collaborating with Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction to ensure subcontractors receive payments from contractors fairly and promptly.

Over the next three years, Alberta’s government is investing $25 billion into public infrastructure through the 2024 Capital Plan, of which Infrastructure is responsible for $5.7 billion.

Through the Capital Plan we are delivering numerous projects in the Grande Prairie and Peace region, including: • The Red Earth Creek School replacement; • A new high school for the Peace Wapiti School Division; • Modernization of K-12 Ecole Heritage in Fahler; • Construction of the new Harry Balfour School in Grande Prairie; • An addition and modernization to the Solution of Fort Vermilion; • Construction of the Manning Aurora Composite School replacement; • Demolition of the old Grande Prairie Composite High School;

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Over the next three years, Alberta’s government is investing $25 billion into public infrastructure through the 2024 Capital Plan, of which Infrastructure is responsible for $5.7 billion.

• A new La Crete Maternity and Community Health Centre; • And a new Grande Prairie recovery community facility.

My ministry also ensures our existing government-owned facilities are maintained and in good working condition.

By completing repairs, upgrades, or replacements to fire, security, water, HVAC systems, building envelopes, walkways, and interior finishes we are ensuring the safety of building residents and ongoing facility operations for years to come.

requirements of our communities, is adaptable, and tailor-made to suit Alberta’s specific infrastructure priorities and challenges.

mitted to connecting with you to help

As we move forward, I remain com-

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ensure we get things right. Thank you for your dedication and I look forward to working with you over this coming

Examples of work underway in the area include replacement of the air handling unit and humidifier system in the Grande Prairie Provincial Building and replacement of the roofing systems and vent hatches in the High Level Provincial Building.

In addition to all of these projects, another $72.5 million for infrastructure improvements is being cost-shared by the Alberta government, the Government of Canada, and in some cases, the municipalities or other community organizations through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP).

This includes completed or current construction upgrades or repairs to recreational, cultural, educational, senior care, water and wastewater treatment facilities, transit systems, parks, playgrounds, and trail systems such as the Grande Prairie pedestrian links trail resurfacing project.

Furthermore, my ministry continues to advocate for flexible and sustainable federal infrastructure funding with the Government of Canada. We are asking for a model that fits the diverse Building the Grande Prairie & Peace Region 2024 13

Message from the Mayor of Grande Prairie

JACKIE CLAYTON Hello, and welcome to 2024!

I’m pleased to share with you today updates on our construction industry, capital construction projects, and the grander possibilities that our region has to offer.

Innovative Efficiencies and Economic Readiness is a key focus area in city council’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, and I’m eager to share with you how we are building a strong economy that’s ready for new investment opportunities through strategic growth, innovation, and attraction.

Our Invest Grande Prairie team has been working on refining Grande Prairie’s value proposition and bringing together past studies and new analyses to showcase our opportunities. Staff are ready to welcome new investment through streamlined processes and services, the release of a new pitch book, and execution of an Action Plan to further attract investment to our city and region.

Currently in Grande Prairie, the forestry and wood products sector is experiencing some emerging trends that will have a strong impact on the construction industry.

With 2,000 acres of land identified for

This sector is projected to create a 13 per cent job increase by 2031, with opportunities in pulp, paper, and paperboard mills leading growth at a rate of 35 per cent. Paired with our high volume of forestry companies, these projections further create a competitive advantage for businesses developing modular construction methods and materials. Modular construction is experiencing significant global demand, and Grande Prairie is set to capitalize off this forecasted expansion.

In 2024, the city’s major construction

Locally, increased need for housing is creating new opportunities for residential construction firms and suppliers, including building equipment contractors and utility system construction.

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industrial and commercial development and as the construction hub for the region, we are perfectly positioned for growth.

projects include $12.75 million in road rehabilitation for both overlays and reconstruction; $2 million in pedestrian links for replacement of existing sidewalks and pathways; and $400,000 in our bridge repair program, including pedestrian bridges throughout the Bear Creek corridor and both bridges on 108 Street near the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital.

All of this would not be made possible without the trailblazing and resourceful Association and the vast number of local businesses it represents. Your hard work and dedication are what drives this growth and builds our community today and into the future.

Within city council’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, Engaging Relationships is another of one our main pillars, with the goal of highlighting our successes with stakeholders and other levels of government to build on mutual success.

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Building on our collective advocacy:

The CCA advancing the need for foundational infrastructure and workforce capacity

BY MARY VAN BUREN, PRESIDENT, CANADIAN CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

Representing 18,000+ member firms,

letters were sent to local MPs remind-

continue to be a cornerstone of how we

the Canadian Construction Association

ing them of the urgency to partner with

operate, maximizing our collective ex-

(CCA) is proud of our mission to inspire a

the Canadian construction industry on

pertise, reach, and connections to ben-

progressive, innovative, and sustainable

a comprehensive infrastructure plan,

efit the industry.

construction industry.

workforce development, and procure-

ing with valued partner associations like

This campaign was bolstered by our

Advancing a Canadian Trade Infrastructure Plan

the Grande Prairie Construction Associa-

annual Hill Day event on November 7,

A core focus of our 2023 advocacy ef-

where close to 100 industry experts met

forts involved the launch of the Canada

with parliamentarians to discuss the

Trade Infrastructure Plan (CTIP). Work-

construction sector’s essential role in cre-

ing with several industry partners, we

ating and maintaining the infrastructure

are gaining traction in our pursuit of

Canadians use daily. This includes the

more investment in trade-enabling in-

2023 marked a pivotal moment for the

foundational infrastructure at the heart

frastructure across the country. Canada’s

CCA and the Canadian construction in-

of new homes and communities. Over

declining reputation as a global trade

dustry – a year where we demonstrated

70 meetings were held throughout the

partner was a top concern at a meeting

our unwavering commitment to build-

day, followed by a reception that eve-

of premiers and territorial leaders last

ing a stronger Canada though partner-

ning where the CCA, our members, and

July, where the Council of the Federation

ship, planning, and consultation.

partner association leaders were joined

unanimously endorsed CTIP’s proposals

by several parliamentarians, including

and requested a First Minister’s meeting

The key to our collective success is work-

tion. Together, we are driving impactful change on key issues, benefitting not just our industry, but Albertans and all Canadians.

A strong foundation for a stronger Canada With many Canadians distressed about

ment modernization.

the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, to discuss the in-

with the federal government to discuss the need for a strategic trade corridor infrastructure program. Alberta is a lead-

the housing crisis, high cost of living, and

dustry’s critical needs.

economic uncertainty impacting their

Looking to 2024, the CCA will be increas-

daily lives, the CCA launched an industry

ing our advocacy efforts to ensure that

call to action urging the federal govern-

infrastructure is not an afterthought,

ment to partner with the construction

rather the foundation of a stronger

Workforce remains an urgent priority

industry on building a strong founda-

Canada. Collaborating with our partner

We have laid a strong foundation with

tion for a stronger Canada. Hundreds of

associations from across Canada will

the federal government to rebuild Cana-

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ing exporter and essential trade gateway and stands to benefit from this strategy.

da’s construction workforce through immigration programs and investing in the promotion of skilled trades. The Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship initiated a new process under the Express Entry program to welcome skilled newcomers with work experience in occupations considered a priority in Canada. Ten occupations in construction, including carpenters, plumbers, welders and electricians, are now included in the

Fair procurement We’ve moved the needle on improvements to procurement and project delivery by expanding our outreach to public owners and promoting the use of CCDC documents. The CCA obtained a commitment from government leaders at its semi-annual Meech Lake meeting to establish a working group on procurement and project delivery methods.

an upcoming CCDC Seminar in April or May to help guide you on the use and application of some of the new or soonto-be released CCDC documents. We are also making contract management simpler and more transparent with our soon-to-be-launched contract management platform, SignaSur.

Stay in touch!

You can count on the CCA to be a col-

list of nearly 83 jobs.

CCA’s Best Practices Services is delivering

laborative partner to the Grande Prairie

The urgent need for skilled trade workers

new resources – some of which are be-

Construction

received nationwide attention through

ing developed through the work of our

helpful tools, sharing best practices

our partnership on the Canadian Ap-

National Advisory Councils. We recently

prenticeship Service (CAS). Within the

produced a two-part webinar series to

with the federal government.

first six months of the CAS program, mil-

guide our members on the implemen-

Stay in the loop by subscribing to the

lions in funds have been dispersed to

tation of the Federal Prompt Payment

CCA’s newsletter at bit.ly/ccasubscribe,

eligible employers and 47 per cent of the

for Construction Work Act. You can also

by following @ConstructionCAN on Twit-

apprentices self-identified as being from

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ACA Advocacy Update

BY WARREN SINGH

I am pleased to be writing you as the new executive director

In each of my roles, I have been fortunate to work on a number

of the Alberta Construction Association (ACA). The association

of interesting initiatives that I am very proud of. Some have

has over 60 years as a collective voice for the industry in the

come with challenges and obstacles to overcome, and others

province, and I am honoured to have the opportunity to sup-

have been tremendous opportunities for the organizations.

port its legacy and the industry’s continued growth.

Whether they were legislative amendments or funding, and re-

For over 15 years, I have worked within public policy development and advocacy for organizations across all levels of government. At the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, I led the advocacy and outreach team that brought forward opportunities for the Edmonton business community to have their voices heard by decisionmakers. My work at NAIT supported its priorities to grow and develop as a premier polytechnic institution.

gardless of the result, they have allowed for continual learning.

I intend to use this experience to support the ACA and its members in achieving your key goals. It means serving the board to achieve its vision, providing quality programs, and developing effective advocacy positions. This also means working with the local associations to present a strong, united voice that promotes positive change and also continuing the legacy that has been built for decades, while furthering the industry

My career path has also included experiences within the Al-

for years to come.

berta government both at the political and bureaucratic levels

As I transition into the role, I hope to hear from you on where

– serving as chief of staff to ministers and managerial roles in

you see the construction industry heading and support you

the department. Most recently, I have worked as an executive

in finding ways to expand our collective reach. I look forward

director in advanced education, and energy and minerals in

to working with you in serving both the industry and the

operations, strategic, and policy development roles.

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Show your commitment to excellence in construction management

BY CHANEL ROBERTS, MANAGER, EDUCATION AND GOLD SEAL CERTIFICATION PROGRAM, CANADIAN CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

With over 11,500 Gold Seal Certified (GSC) professionals across Canada, the Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) Gold Seal Certification Program is the industry’s nationally recognized certification for construction management professionals.

Through professional development and continued mentorship, this professional certification program is focused on helping individuals achieve excellence through education, training, and skills development.

Thomas Sypkes, P.GSC, project manager at Shunda Consulting & Construction Management in Alberta. “This achievement reflects our steady commitment to fostering a workplace culture that values safety, innovation, and the professional development of our team members.

This acknowledgment from the Canadian Construction Association reinforces our dedication and commitment to excellence in all facets of our operations.”

By becoming a Gold Seal Employer, businesses can distinguish themselves as a company that values and supports the industry’s high standards of excellence.

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Employers who support their employees’ professional development are seen as industry leaders. Not only do they profit from the integrity and prestige of their Gold Seal Certified employees, they also get to highlight their commitment to excellence in construction management. One of the benefits of certification is that it can be easily incorporated into an organization’s human resource strategy.

Showcase innovation with a Gold Seal Project

Certified individuals maintain higher levels of responsibility, accountability, and subject matter expertise gained through both education and experience. Employers can showcase their appreciation and support of professional development through recruitment by asking for certification in job requirements.

Recognizing a project within an organization as a certified Gold

Professionals with Gold Seal Certification meet marketplace demands, stand out from the competition, and are profitable employees. Obtaining this certification provides individuals with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to become the strong foundation of a thriving company.

professionals on a project site and educate those who are not

“Shunda takes great pride in being recognized as a Gold Seal Employer within the Canadian Construction Association,” says

To learn more about Gold Seal Certification, visit cca-acc.com/

Seal Employers across Canada! To learn more about becoming a Gold Seal Employer, contact the Gold Seal team at goldseal@

Along with industry recognition for supporting continuous professional development, becoming a Gold Seal Employer provides an opportunity to have one of your projects recognized as a Gold Seal Project. This recognition provides increased promotion and exposure for your organization’s featured projects.

Seal Project is also a great way to encourage eligible job site staff to become certified and gain visibility for an employer’s commitment to professional development.

Gold Seal Projects promote the value of Gold Seal Certified yet certified about the value of certification. A Gold Seal Project demonstrates a company’s ability to manage and undertake challenging construction projects and showcases its professionalism and expertise in the construction industry.

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GPCA 2024 Executive & Board of Directors 2024 Executive & Office Staff

President: Andre Deslauriers – Kamwin Electric 9607 112 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6G8 Tel: 780-532-4416 | Email: andre@kamwin.ca

Vice Treasurer: Craig Halls – G & M Plumbing & Heating 8620 110 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8K1 Tel: 780-538-3222 | Email: craig@gmplumbing.ca

Vice- President: Glenn Penner – HWD Construction 10533 98 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4L1 Tel: 780-538-3616 | Email: glenn@hwdconstruction.com

Chief Operating Officer: Carmen Lemay – Grande Prairie Construction Association 11439 98 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S5 Tel: 780-532-4548 | Email: carmen@gpca.ca

Past President: David Brinkman, Valor Fire Protection 8909 61 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2P3 Tel: 780-380-5100 | Email: dave@valorfirepro.ca Treasurer: Justin Staffen – JMS Construction 104, 8901 156 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2N6 Tel: 780-876-8491 | Email: justin@jmsconstruction.ca

Office Administrator: Amber Johnston – Grande Prairie Construction Association 11439 98 Avenue, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S5 Tel: 780-532-4548 | Email: office@gpca.ca

2024 Board of Directors Jaime Hebert M & R Plumbing & Heating Box 374, Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A5 Tel: 780-567-2477 Email: office@mandrplumbing.ca Jamie Rich Ruskin Construction Ltd. 4101 97 Street County of GP No.1, AB T8W 5A8 Tel: 780-538-1919 Email: jrich@rcl.bz Jon Halls Absolute HVAC 6214 90 A Street Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2M5 Tel: 780-882-5946 Email: jonhalls@absolute-hvac.com

Jeff Hinz LSM 10910 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3J8 Tel: 780-532-4418 Email:jhinz@golsm.com

Kenton Dueck NFP 201, 9835 101 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2V4 Tel: 780-357-1134 Email: Kenton.dueck@nfp.ca

Jill Caine LSM 10910 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3J8 Tel: 780-532-4418 Email: jcaine@golsm.com

Paul Driedger Northern Road Builders Box 1570 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 Tel: 780-928-4900 Email: paul@ften.ca

Chris Blair CCSI Unit 104, 10001 100 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0V2 Tel: 780-538-2012 Email: chrisb@ccsigp.ca

Ryan Armstrong La Prairie Works 10102 95 Avenue Clairmont, AB T8X 0M6 Tel: 780-625-1338 Email: ryan.armstrong@laprairiegroup.com

Honourary Board Members

Adria Mathisen | Ernie Dewhurst | Denise McCarty | Ron Peterson 20 Grande Prairie Construction Association

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2024 GPCA Committees ACA Director Jeff Hinz LSM Tel: 780-532-4418 jhinz@golsm.com Glenn Penner HWD Construction Tel: 780-538-3616 glenn@hwdconstruction.com

ACSA/WCB/Safety Jill Caine LSM Tel: 780-532-4418 jcaine@golsm.com Jeff Hinz LSM Tel: 780-532-4418 jhinz@golsm.com

Government Action Jamie Rich Ruskin Construction Tel: 780-538-1919 jrich@rcl.bz

Dave Brinkman dave@valorfirepro.ca Justin Staffen justin@jmsconstruction.ca

Social/Marketing Committee David Brinkman Valor Fire Protection Tel: 780-380-5100 dave@valorfirepro.ca Jaime Hebert M & R Plumbing & Heating Tel: 780-567-2477 office@mandrplumbing.ca Craig Halls G & M Plumbing & Heating Tel: 780-538-3222 craig@gmplumbing.ca Nichole Staffen admin@jmsconstruction.ca Jon Halls jon.halls@absolute-hvac.com Craig Halls craig@gmplumbing.ca

Jon Halls Absolute HVAC Tel: 780-882-5946 jonhalls@absolute-hvac.com

Kenton Dueck Kenton.dueck@nfp.ca

Partnerships with Education Awards & Scholarships

Contracts & Trade Definitions

Andre Deslauriers Kamwin Electric Tel: 780-532-4416 andre@kamwin.ca Jaime Hebert M & R Plumbing & Heating Tel: 780-567-2477 office@mandrplumbing.ca

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Jamie Rich Ruskin Construction Tel: 780-538-1919 jrich@rcl.bz Justin Staffen JMS Construction Tel: 780-876-8491 justin@jmsconstruction.ca

UPCOMING EVENTS 2024

MARCH 21

YOUTH CAREER EXPO BONNETTS ENERGY CENTRE 9:30-3:30

APRIL 26 OR 27

PLAYHOUSE REVEAL DAY DETAILS TBD

MAY 6

CCDC SEMINAR 8:30 AM TO 12:30 PM

MAY 24

APPRECIATION BBQ 11:30 AM TO 1:30 PM

JUNE 15

GOLF TOURNAMENT GP GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

JULY

NETWORKING EVENT VALOR SHOP - TIME TBD

OCTOBER 19

HALLOWEEN MIXER LOCATION TBD

NOVEMBER 30

CRIBSTMAS LOCATION & TIME TBD

GPCA Social Committee Report The Social Committee brought us four events in 2023:

• Chili & Crib Tournament • Member Appreciation BBQ • Golf Tournament • Halloween Mixer

Chili & Crib Event The Chili & Crib Tournament was held on April 21, 2023 at the GP Curling Club. We had 26 crib players and six chili competitors. Thank you to all those who attended and participated.

Halloween Mixer We held our first ever Halloween Mixer at Bear Creek Golf & Country Club on October 28, 2023. We had a nacho bar and live music by Ryley and Zach from the Northbloods. For our first year it was a great turnout and everyone had a lot of fun.

Thank you to our sponsors: • Maroon Mechanical • Scotia Bank • Valor Fire Protection Services

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Appreciation BBQ The weather was much more co-operative this year for the BBQ. Our attendance was a mix of members and non-members and the event was held on May 6, 2023.

• Northern Metalic for the use of the BBQ

Thank you to:

• Everyone that came out to show their support

• Grande Prairie Men’s Shed for attending and bringing awareness to your program

• Valor Fire Protection for providing the shop • GP Regional Safety Committee for soda and water

This year the BBQ will once again be behind the shop at our office on May 24, 2024.

• Freson Bros IGA for the donation of chips

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Golf Tournament Our golf tournament was another amazing success and we could not have asked for warmer weather.

We were at the Dunes Golf & Country Club on June 9 for the 2023 tournament and in 2024 we will be at the Grande Prairie Golf & Country Club.

Winners of the tournament were Geoff Moyles, Nathan Bidwell, Lanny Lock, and Mark Huscroft.

TITLE SPONSOR

CART SPONSOR

MULLIGAN SPONSORS

BEVERAGE SPONSORS PUTTING CONTEST SPONSOR

HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR LUNCH SPONSORS

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Hole Sponsors Absolute HVAC All Star Masonry BFL Insurance Bull Mechanical Canadian Tire Celtic Construction Clark Builders Cutline Painting Flint Corporation Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee Green Acre Ventures Guillevin International HWD Construction

Kamwin Electric LanTech Services LED Services LSM Maroon Mechanical Nelson Lumber Northern Doors Northern Metalic Odessa Doors Prairie Villa Insurance Tek Plumbing & Heating Tyler J. Keddie Professional Corp.

Gold Sponsors CCSI Gurevitch Burnham Hatch M&R Safety McNabb Lucuk LLP Nevada Bobs Ruskin Construction Westland Insurance

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Partnerships with Education

On March 7, 2023 we held our Trades Café at the City of Grande Prairie Activity & Reception Centre.

The Grande Prairie Construction Association issued two scholarships to very deserving recipients from member companies:

Derian Power – Valor Fire Protection Services

Karl Whillier – M & R Plumbing & Heating There has been a drop in scholarship applicants so the committee will be reviewing the document and application process to see what we can change going forward. We hope that in reviewing this we will have more applications.

On March 7, 2023 we held our Trades Café at the City of Grande Prairie Activity & Reception Centre. We had 23 booths and 144 students attend. We want to send a big thank you to the City of Grande Prairie for the use of the Activity & Reception Centre, this venue was exactly what we needed for this event.

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Venue Sponsor:

2024 will also be seeing a new partnership for the GPCA. We have partnered with the Centre for Young Parents – Playhouse Raffle. We believe this new partnership will also open up opportunities for the scholarship program.

Booths that were in attendance:

Thank you to the following companies who have stepped up to build a playhouse:

• Arctic Crane • Atco Electric • Careers Next Generation • GP Lawn Doctor • G&R Insulating • Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee • HWD Construction • Kamwin Electric • LED Services • LSM • M&R Plumbing & Heating • Modern Decore • New Horizon Co-Op • Northern Doors • Northwest Polytechnic • One Beauty Academy • Pat’s Auto • Serv-All Mechanical Services • Sundown Oilfield • Valor Fire Protection • Woman Building Futures For 2024, our Trades Café is going to be much different and will be held in the City of Grande Prairie’s Youth Career Expo on March 21, 2024. By joining this event we are able to showcase the trades to a much larger audience of students and young adults.

1. JMS Construction 2. LSM 3. HWD Construction/Kamwin Electric 4. GPCA Board of Directors

Thank you to the following for donating items for the GPCA playhouse: • Odessa Doors • Woodland Home Hardware • Valor Fire Protection Services • Ruskin Construction • La Prairie Works

We will be sharing a lot of these updates and pictures on our social media as we progress through this partnership. l

Robert Stegmeier, President Cell: 780-518-6376 Email: roberts@kaymor.ca

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Creating positive change through

Steps for Life

Above: Due to heavy smoke, the 2023 Steps for Life event was held indoors. Above right: Steps for Life Peace Region-Grande Prairie in 2022. Right: Donna Van Bruggen, Steps for Life 2024 spokesperson.

Everyone wants to be part of a positive

Bruggen, the spokesperson for Steps for

life-changing experience. Steps for Life-

Life Peace Region-Grande Prairie this

Walking for Families of Workplace Trag-

year. Van Bruggen’s son was struck by

edy offers that chance in multiple ways:

a forklift and killed instantly. “As spokes-

it creates hope and healing for people

person, I can honour and remember all

affected by workplace tragedies, and it

who have been affected by similar trag-

helps to change health and safety cul-

edies and now face the agonizing after-

ture for the better.

math.”

Steps for Life is the primary fundraising

Steps for Life is a family-focused, five-ki-

event for Threads of Life, a national chari-

lometre walk planned for Saturday, May

ty which provides programs and services

4 in Muskoseepi Park in Grande Prairie,

to thousands of people across Canada.

and other communities across Canada.

nizations and on our worksites. With our efforts focused firmly on that goal, each step we take in solidarity as individuals and families, as community members and employers, as municipalities and

To register or learn more, visit www.

legislators, brings us closer to the day

its 10th Steps for Life walk this year – 10

stepsforlife.ca.

when no other family will have to endure

years of raising awareness and funds

The walk is an opportunity for families

for individuals and families coping with

like Van Bruggen’s to honour lives lost

work-related fatalities, serious injuries,

and lives forever changed by workplace

and occupational disease. During that

tragedy. Steps for Life also reminds ev-

When you walk in Steps for Life, you cre-

decade the community has raised more

eryone of the importance of health and

than $136,000 to support Threads of Life,

ate positive change in the lives of thou-

safety on the job.

sands of people like Van Bruggen, who

“Workplace health and safety is achiev-

are affected by workplace tragedy. And

able,” Van Bruggen says. “Let us hold

by helping to promote health and safety,

“My son David was killed in a prevent-

ourselves and each other accountable

you can change the future for your own

able workplace tragedy,” says Donna Van

to create a culture of safety in our orga-

community and all Canadians. l

Peace Region-Grande Prairie will hold

and has helped people understand the lifelong impact of workplace tragedies.

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the anguish of a workplace tragedy. Let us step forward boldly until we arrive at that day.”

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BuildWorks Canada Q1-Q4 2023 update are in the final stages of implementation, such as the redesigned Bulletin Reports (New & Updated, Awarded) and the streamlined Registration Process for users of myPlanroom (Invitation to Bid). Many improvements and issues are logged with eSolutions for resolution in the next release, which was expected in March 2024.

In 2023, we committed to sustain and

Working with our contracted service

improve the overall member experi-

providers, such as eSolutions (GHD) and

ence and introduce operational efficien-

Bid Central, was crucial in bringing posi-

cies. The year went quickly; however,

tive change. Improvements included fix-

many pieces came together, which was

ing the Map Functionality, auto-generat-

only possible through the collaboration

ing receipts for On Demand purchases,

of our local construction associations,

and implementing an improved Search

boards and members, contracted service

Tooltip. While not quite making it under

providers, and national colleagues.

the wire for 2023, other improvements

Leading with Science® to create a more sustainable future

The redesigned BuildWorks Canada website, which went live on January 31, 2024, represents a refreshed look and brings clarity to the services that BuildWorks offers. It features links and information on the BuildWorks Canada Planroom, the Apps page, Directory, myPlanRoom, and Substantial Completion Certificates.

New how-to videos have been created to help new users navigate the platform and introduce new features to current members. News & Tips articles are also released monthly to increase member engagement. We plan to generate additional revenue by adding advertising to the website on the Home Page and News & Tips page, where we expect the most user traffic. The redesigned website now includes a ‘Request a Demo’ feature and heavily focuses on converting visitors into members with links to local construction association member pages.

The 2023 numbers

• Construction Monitoring

Our team of local construction associations worked diligently to source and post 3,811 projects in 2023. The awarded value was added for 1,236 projects totaling over $2.5 billion.

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This focused effort enabled our members to discover relevant project opportunities quickly.

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Posting project opportunities remains the core service of BuildWorks, connect-

• Field Concrete Testing • Field Compaction Testing • Soils and Concrete Laboratory Testing

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The redesigned BuildWorks Canada website, which went live on January 31, 2024, represents a refreshed look and brings clarity to the services that BuildWorks offers.

• UNDERGROUND UTILITIES ing members to procurements across the province.

BuildWorks Canada projects were sourced from an extensive array of owners across the province, and in 2023, we posted projects from over 480 different owners across 12 different owner types.

Government projects (Municipal, Provincial and Federal) accounted for almost 75 per cent of the projects posted.

The percentage split between ICI and Civil remained consistent with previous years, with 2,229 or 58 per cent Civil projects and 1,582 or 42 per cent ICI projects.

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The most extensive work classifications were Civil Supply/Service/Maintenance, with 819 projects and ICI Renovation, with 776 projects.

Serving members of local construction associations and the broader ICI construction industry is why BuildWorks Canada exists. With that at the heart of everything we do, we want to ensure that the BuildWorks Canada platform and its features serve our current and future members with the services they need.

We look forward to hearing from our membership early in 2024 to identify and prioritize the services that matter most to ensure our 2024 service plan is aligned in providing even greater value to members, continuing to improve operational efficiencies and, new for this

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GPCA 2023-24 Members Absolute HVAC Jon Halls 6214 90 A Street Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2M5 T: 780-882-5946 E: jonhalls@absolute-hvac.com Ace Rebar Paul Neary 6285 Upper Fraser Road Prince George, BC V2K 5C8 T: 250-613-1012 E: info@acerebarltd.com www.acerebarltd.ca AGS Mechanical Contractors Ltd. Matt Gannon Box 6206 Peace River, AB T8S 1S2 T: 780-624-1184 E: office.main@agsmechanical.com

All-West Northern Glass Curtis Ankerstein 9606 108 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4E1 T: 780-532-4711 E: grandeprairie@all-west.ca www.all-westglass.com

ATB Drywall Grande Prairie Ltd. Tyson McCrea 52 714010 RR 73 County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5J7 T: 780-402-8469 E: atbltd@telus.net www.atbdrywall.com

AR Solution Richard Nasedkin 11436 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5Z5 T: 780-830-9717 E: richard@arsolution.ca www.arsolution.ca

Beairsto & Associates Engineering Ltd. Dennis Hussey 10940 92 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6B5 T: 780-532-4919 E: dennish@baseng.ca www.baseng.ca

Ardy Rigging Ltd. Bill Davis Box 180 Valleyview, AB T0H 3N0 T: 780-524-3459 E: bill.davis@ardyrigging.com www.ardyrigging.com

ATB

Drywall

Bekevich Construction Lorne Bekevich Box 5003 Peace River, AB T8S 1R7 T: 780-624-5654 E: wonderstruck2000@yahoo.com

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• Insulation • Drywall • Steel Stud and T-Bar • Residential • Commercial

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GPCA 2023-24 Members BFL Canada Risk & Insurance Services Rachelle Himer Box 217 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 1Y7 T: 780-229-5708 E: rhimer@bflcanada.ca www.bflcanada.ca Bgreen Irrigation Inc. Brian Peters 12703 101 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S1 T: 780-532-6656 E: bgreenirrigation@live.com www.bgreenirrigation.com Bull Mechanical Ltd. Rob Howarth 13, 712074 RR 55 Grande Prairie, AB T8X 4A8 T: 587-299-9698 E: rhowarth@bullmechanical.com www.admin69803.wixsite.com/ bullmechanical Castleridge Construction 2001 Corp.

Eldon Thiessen Box 114 Crooked Creek, AB T0H 0Y0 T: 780-532-1181 E: eldon@castleridge.net

CCSI Vernon Boyd Unit 104, 10001 100 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0V2 T: 780-538-2012 E: vernon@ccsigp.ca www.ccsigp.ca Celtic Construction Ltd. Leon Gullickson Box 507 Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H4 T: 250-782-6109 E: leon@celticconstruction.ca www.celticconstruction.ca Checkmark Services Ltd. John Schmidt Box 579 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-928-4801 E: johns@checkmarkservices.com www.checkmarkservices.com Cross River Construction Clint Osborn 8813-60 A Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2V2 T: 780-876-6433 E: clint@crossriverconstruction.com

CTR Contracting Ltd. Ron 81, 721071 RR 53 County of GP No. 1, AB T8X 0N4 T: 780-538-4444 E: ron@ctrcontracting.ca Cutline Painting Ron Peterson 11428 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5Z5 T: 780-882-6555 E: cutlinep@telus.net www.cutlinepainting.com D. Ray Construction Ltd. Garth Anderson Box 25 Beaverlodge, AB T0H 0C0 T: 780-354-2522 E: garth@drayltd.ca www.drayltd.ca Deeproot Developments (GP) Ltd. Brad Walter 12710 Lakeshore Drive Grande Prairie, AB T8X 8C7 T: 780-512-7208 E: bwalter@deeproot.ca www.deeproot.ca

780-882-6555

Email: cutlinep@telus.net

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GPCA 2023-24 Members Dirtworx Piling 2023 Inc. Jasper Loewen RR 1 Crooked Creek, AB T0H 0Y0 T: 780-933-2212 E: accounts@dirtworxpiling.com Dreidger Construction Vill Driedger Box 1894 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-926-9403 E: villd.dc@gmail.com Emco Geoff Moyles 11905 99 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8W 0C7 E: dmoyles@emcoltd.com Empower Energy Corp.

Ross Thiessen 8718 112 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5X4 T: 780-532-3610 E: ross@empowerenergy.ca www.empowerenergy.ca Enframe Construction Ltd. Zach Hein 61045 Hwy 672, RR 1, Site 4, Box 49 Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0 T: 780-568-3375 E: zach@enframeconstruction.com www.enframeconstruction.com

Environment Builders Bill Bessent 101, 9506 100 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2L1 T: 780-532-5024 E: bill@environmentbuilders.com www.environmentbuilders.com

Flint Energy Services LP Andrew Grant 10414 84th Avenue Clairmont, AB T8X 5B2 T: 780-539-7111 E: agrant@flintenergy.com www.flintcorp.com

Environmental 360 Warren Toews 4001 99 Street County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5A8 T: 780-538-0551 E: wtoews@e360s.ca www.e360s.ca

Formula Contractors Ltd. Jonathan Vandenberg 9157 Rock Island Road Prince George, BC V2N 5T4 T: 250-617-3661 E: estimating@formulacontractors.com www.formulacontractors.com

Everlast Plumbing & Heating Inc. Nathan Bidwell 8701 113 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7B4 T: 780-296-4770 E: nathan@everlastplumbingandheating. com

G & M Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Greg Marcotte 8620 110 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8K1 T: 780-538-3222 E: greg@gmplumbing.ca www.gmplumbing.ca

Fine Line Services (986855 AB Ltd.) Erick Carter Box 3690 High Level, AB T0H 1Z0 T: 780-926-3298 E: finelineservices2010@gmail.com www.finelineservices.ca

G.P. Landscaping Ltd. Harold Schalin 11053 30 Avenue County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5B5 T: 780-539-0078 E: gplandscaping@telus.net www.gplandscaping.net

First Alert Locating Ltd. Jamie Anderson Box 88 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A1 T: 780-538-9936 E: jamiea@firstalertlocating.com www.firstalertlocating.com

G.P. Lawn Doctor Ltd. Darren Chambers 3913 99 Street County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5A8 T: 780-539-7090 E: darren@gplawndoctor.com www.gplawndoctor.com

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Utility

Genron Enterprises 2007 Ltd. Tom Van Spronsen Box 566 Dawson Creek, BC V1G 4H9 T: 250-782-4959 E: tom@hendersonroofing.com www.genron.com Glen Armstrong Construction Ltd. Mike Fosty 8122 102 Avenue Peace River, AB T8S 1M6 T: 780-624-2101 E: office@gacltd.ca www.glenarmstrongconstruction.com

GPCA 2023-24 Members Gray Electric (2013) Ltd. Sean Gray 10913 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4G6 T: 780-296-5274 E: sean.gray@grayelectric.ca www.grayelectric.ca

GSL Construction Moe Abu Shah Box 25051 Cobblestone Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0E9 T: 780-533-5656 E: info@gslconstruction.ca www.gslconstruction.ca

Hollis Developments Inc. Mira Bolger 106C, 8805 Resources Road Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A6 T: 780-228-6690 E: mira@hollisdevelopments.ca www.hollisdevelopments.ca

Green Acre Ventures Ltd. Bruce Dyck Box 207 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A4 T: 780-538-1891 E: bruce@greenacreventures.ca www.greenacreventures.ca

Guillevin International Co. Tracy Bilodeau 11202 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4Y6 T: 780-814-7001 E: tracy.bilodeau@guillevin.com

Homestead Kitchens Rodney Kroeker 9701 100 Street La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-926-1081 E: hklacrete@gmail.com

HAE Enterprises Ltd. Ben Braim Box 6 Nampa, AB T0H 2R0 T: 780-625-5131 E: ben.haeenterprises@gmail.com www.hae-enterprises.com

Hotflash Electric Ltd. Philip Friesen Box 1439 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-928-3142 E: office@hotflashelectric.com www.hotflashelectric.com

Gross Ventures Ltd. Sarah/Glenn Penner 1131 Lewis Road Kelowna, BC V1P 1C7 T: 780-914-1428 E: cegv@telus.net

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GPCA 2023-24 Members HWD Construction Ltd. Glenn Penner 10533 98 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4L1 T: 780-538-3616 E: glenn@hwdconstruction.com www.hwdconstruction.com

Kaynic Construction Ltd. Dennis Hunter 12202 104 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8A8 T: 780-538-4646 E: office@kaynic.ca www.kaynic.ca

LED Services Herman Dyck Bay 8, 8710 112 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5X4 T: 780-539-4477 E: herman@ledservices.ca www.ledservices.ca

Industra Construction Corp.

Scot Brydon 300, 17650 66A Avenue Surrey, BC V3S 4S4 T: 604-527-8850 E: sbrydon@industra.ca www.industra.ca

Klassen Brothers Northern Ltd. Dave Klassen Box 449 Debolt, AB T0H 1B0 T: 780-957-3760 E: dave.klassen@klassenbrothers.com www.klassenbrothers.com

LSM Gordon Provencher 10910 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3J8 T: 780-532-4418 E: gordonprovencher@golsm.com www.golsm.com

Jackal Electric Kevin Latham Suite 167, 3-11 Bellerose Drive St. Albert, AB T8N 5C9 T: 780-554-9198 E: kevin@jackalelectric.ca

Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd. Tom Hill 9801 156 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 0P4 T: 780-539-7667 E: tomh@knelsen.com www.knelsen.com

M & R Plumbing & Heating Jaime Hebert Box 374 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A5 T: 780-567-2477 E: mandrplumbing@telus.net

Jayjaxx Controls Inc. Kris Smith 105, 11302 95 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5M1 T: 403-504-4889 E: kris.smith@jayjaxx.com www.jayjaxx.com

La Prairie Works Inc. J. Ryan Armstrong 10102 95 Avenue Clairmont, AB T8X 0M6 T: 780-625-1338 E: ryan.armstrong@laprairiegroup.com

JDP Contracting Justin Penner 111044 TWP 730 Beaverlodge, AB T0H 0C0 T: 403-323-9430 E: jpenner@jdpcontracting.ca

Lafarge Canada Inc. Terry Peterson 9001 112 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7J4 T: 780-532-7766 E: terrance.peterson@lafargeholcim.com

JMS Construction Nichole Staffen 104, 8901 156 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2N6 T: 780-876-8491 E: admin@jmsconstruction.ca www.jmsconstruction.ca

Lan Tech Services Ltd. Leanne Martin 98, 10821 78 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2L2 T: 780-876-3353 E: leanne@lan-techservices.ca www.lan-techservices.ca

Kamwin Electric Ltd. Andre Deslauriers 9607 112 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6G8 T: 780-532-4416 E: andre@kamwin.ca

Lavergne Construction (1988) Ltd. Brent Lavergne 8009 102 Avenue Peace River, AB T8S 1M6 T: 780-624-3616 E: lavergneconstruction@telus.net www.lavergneconstruction.com

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Macmillan Construction Ltd. Ron Macmillan Box 7080 Peace River, AB T8S 1M6 T: 780-624-3777 E: ron@maccon.ca www.maccon.ca Magnum Electric Tim Tarita 11039 101 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2R7 T: 780-532-4000 E: magnumgp@telus.net www.magnumelectric.com Main-Way Electrical & Instrumentation Ltd. Wayne Landry Box 5149 Peace River, AB T8S 1R8 T: 780-624-4481 E: wayne@mainwayelectrical.com Mainbeam Fabrication Robert Bjornson Box 15 Stn. Main Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A1 T: 780-876-1566 E: robert@mainbeam.ca

GPCA 2023-24 Members Mainline Construction (2014) Ltd. Brad Ogston 14244 102 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7E2 T: 780-532-8545 E: bradogston@mainlineconstruction.ca www.mainlineconstruction.ca Michael’s Flooring Ltd. Brent Friesen 9919 113 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 1W6 T: 780-532-8680 E: brent@mflooring.com Modern Decore Carpet One Craig Wales 10404 100 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2M2 T: 780-532-3885 E: craig.modern@outlook.com Monarch Construction Chad Merriman 9914B 113 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 1W7 T: 780-538-4026 E: chad.merriman@ monarchconstruction.ca www.monarchconstruction.ca Nelson Lumber Company Ltd. Grant Taylor 15603 94 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0B9 T: 780-532-5454 E: gtaylor@nlc.ca www.nlc.ca

NK5 Mechancial Karen Przybylski Box 25098 Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0E9 T: 587-259-9973 E: admin@nk5mechanical.ca Northern Doors Blair 8702 111 A Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5L3 T: 780-831-1111 E: office@northerndoors.ca www.northerndoorsgp.com

Odessa Doors Ltd. Carole Story 101, 9602 115 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5W2 T: 780-539-3677 E: carole@odessadoors.com www.odessadoors.com Overhead Door Co. of GP Kevin Timanson 11511 95 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5P7 T: 780-532-9350 E: kevinw@ohdoor.com

Northern Metalic Sales (GP) Ron Breen 9708 108 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4E2 T: 780-539-9555 E: ron.breen@northernmetalic.com www.northernmetalic.com

Paragon Custom Crushing Mathew Tarrington Box 782 Redwater, AB T0A 2W0 T: 780-942-2850 E: matt@sourceagg.ca www.paragonltd.ca

Northgate Electric Todd Gorman 12625 99 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5Z4 T: 780-538-4056 E: toddg@northgateelectric.ca

Pave it Construction Inc. Robert Loroff Box 1031 Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A0 T: 780-849-8586 E: rob.paveit@gmail.com www.paveitconstruction.ca

Northern Road Builders LP Paul Driedger Box 1570 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-928-4900 E: paul@ften.ca www.ften.ca

New Gen Projects Ltd. Blake Quinney Box 650 Grimshaw, AB T0H 1W0 T: 780-332-2054 E: blakequinney@newgenprojects.ca www.newgenprojects.ca

Norwest Construction & Management Ltd. Jennifer Metz 9501 42 Avenue County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5A8 T: 780-539-5926 E: jennifer.metz@norwestcm.com www.norwestcm.com

NFP Kenton Dueck 201, 9835 101 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2V4 T: 780-357-1134 E: kenton.dueck@nfp.ca www.nfp.ca

Nufloors Dan Bergsma 101, 13501 100 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4H4 T: 780-532-3250 E: dan@nufloorsgp.ca www.nufloors.ca/grandeprairie

Phoenix Treatment Systems Michael Carriere 11317 96 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5M3 T: 780-539-6668 E: mdc@ptscentral.com www.ptscentral.com Pinnacle Services Tera Martens 10491 92 Street High Level, AB T0H 1Z0 T: 780-841-3484 E: admin@pinnacleserviceshighlevel.ca Quality Floors Mitchell Kachnic 12426 100 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4H8 T: 780-882-6866 E: qfloors@telus.net www.qualityfloorsgp.ca

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GPCA 2023-24 Members Rapid Span Bridges Inc. Tamer Akkurt 1145 Industrial Drive Armstrong, BC V0E 1B6 T: 250-546-9676 E: takkurt@rapidspan.com www.rapidspan.com

Ruskin Construction Ltd. Jamie Rich 4101 97 Street County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5A8 T: 780-538-1919 E: jrich@rcl.bz www.ruskinconstruction.com

Signature West LLB Inc. Don Bastien 5255 Brendan Lane Oldcastle, ON N0R 1L0 T: 519-972-6472 E: don@signaturecontractors.ca www.signaturecontractors.ca

Reco Construction 2010 Ltd. Darren Dowling Box 339 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A5 T: 780-532-0233 E: darren@recoconstruction.com www.recoconstruction.com

Saddle Valley Ventures Ryley 76133 RR 54 Saddle Hills County, AB T0H 3V0 T: 780-832-6456 E: admin@saddlevalleyventures.ca

Silver-Tech Contracting Ltd. Adam Link Box 23065 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6X2 T: 780-832-0279 E: adam@silvertechcontracting.com www.silvertechcontracting.com

Redline Electric Ltd. Harvey Derksen Box 88 La Crete, AB T0H 2H0 T: 780-928-2644 E: harvey@redlineelectric.ca www.redlineelectric.ca REW Electric (2003) Inc. Kyle Johnson Box 1137 High Level, AB T0H 1Z0 T: 780-926-2245 E: kyle@rewelectric.com www.rewelectric.com

Scheunhage Popek & Associates Ltd. Yvonne Oakford 201, 10126 120 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8H9 T: 780-532-6035 E: y.oakford@spa-eng.ca Scotia Bank Maryellen Buhler 9829 116 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6H6 T: 780-512-3842 E: maryellen.buhler@scotiabank.com www.scotiabank.ca

Silvertip Plumbing, Electrical & Water Solutions Ltd. Caitlin Moody 101, 15902 102 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8X 0K7 T: 780-876-4618 E: caity@silvertipltd.com www.silvertipltd.com Smash & Sons Dwayne Doll 713046 RR 65 County of GP No. 1, AB T8W 5E7 T: 780-538-3665 E: admin@smashandsons.com

RGM Contracting Inc. 10815 184 Street Edmonton, AB T5S 2T2 T: 780-406-1777 E: rgminc@telusplanet.net

Scott Builders Inc. Hubert Buckle 9835 60 Avenue Edmonton, AB T6E 0C6 T: 780-463-4565 E: hubertb@scottbuilders.com www.scottbuilders.com

Rocky Johnson Contracting Inc. Eric Johnson 8618 112 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5X4 T: 780-864-8500 E: eric@rockyjc.ca www.rockyjohnsonconcrete.com

Serv-All Mechanical Services Ltd. Dwain Velve 205, 10920 84 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 6H2 T: 780-532-6682 E: dvelve@serv-all.ca www.serv-all.ca

Spirit River Flooring Ltd. Jim Sawers Box 301 Spirit River, AB T0H 3G0 T: 780-864-3073 E: jim@spiritriverflooring.com www.spiritriverflooring.com

Ruel Concrete Ltd. Albert Laurin Box 10004 Peace River, AB T8S 0A7 T: 780-625-8399 E: albert@ruelconcreteltd.com www.ruelconcrete.com

Shadow Rathole Drilling Ltd. Patrick Shanks 11301 91 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5Z3 T: 780-538-3911 E: admin@shadowrathole.com www.shadowrathole.com

Standard Roofing & Exteriors Ltd. Tim Simigan 11413 101 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 2R8 T: 780-539-4880 E: srgp@telus.net www.standardroofing.net

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Southwest Design & Construction Ltd. 11453 98 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S5 T: 780-830-2400

GPCA 2023-24 Members Szmata Projects Ltd. Sheldon Szmata Box 502 Grimshaw, AB T0H 1W0 T: 780-332-4747 E: sszmata@szmataconcrete.ca

Triton Plumbing & Heating Inc. Jim Olson 13109 101 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 7H9 T: 780-532-7522 E: info@tritonplumbinginc.ca

Tek Plumbing & Heating Inc. Trisha Scheck 11434 89 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5V8 T: 780-402-2551 E: tscheck@tek-plumbing.com www.tek-plumbing.com

Ultimate Energy Controls Inc. Mike Wells 10942 97 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3J8 T: 780-357-3322 E: mikew@uecgp.com www.uecgp.com

Terel Electric Ltd. Kelly Boissonnault 9106 109 Street Grande Prairie, AB T8V 4K8 T: 780-539-8466 E: terelelectric@live.ca www.terelelectric.ca

Valor Fire Protection Inc. David Brinkman 8909 61 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8W 2P3 T: 780-580-5100 E: dave@valorfirepro.ca

Tetra Tech Canada Inc. Dillon Maloney 11421 98 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S5 T: 587-599-8815 E: dillon.maloney@tetratech.com www.tetratech.com/canada The Yardmaster Ltd. Rochelle Thorpe 1A, 721072 RR 53 County of GP No. 1, AB T8X 0N5 T: 780-538-2020 E: rochelle@theyardmaster.ca www.theyardmaster.ca Torque Industrial Ltd. RJ Beaulieu 9816 42 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8W 5A8 T: 780-832-0445 E: rj@torqueindustrial.com www.torqueindustrial.com Touchstone Masonry Dave Hodgson 10818 Westminister Way Grande Prairie, AB T8W 0G4 T: 780-897-8711 E: touchstonemasonry@yahoo.com

Wapiti Gravel Suppliers Bill Turner Box 608 Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3A8 T: 780-532-1790 E: bill.turner@wapitigravel.ca www.wapitigravel.ca Weaver Group (Welding) Ltd. Kelvin Creighton 7501 107 Avenue Peace River, AB T8S 1M6 T: 780-618-7522 E: kelvinc@weavergroupltd.ca www.weavergroupltd.ca Wesco Distribution Canada LP Eddy Brasseur 11491 98 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 5S5 T: 780-539-2110 E: ebrasseur@wescodist.com

Wild West Dirt Works Ltd. Monty Cissell Box 183 Bezanson, AB T0H 0G0 T: 780-832-8033 E: monty@wildwestventures.ca www.wildwestdirtworks.ca Winmar Grande Prairie Nikole Emerson Box 448 Sexsmith, AB T0H 3C0 T: 780-568-4402 E: nikoleemerson@winmar.ca www.winmargrandeprairie.com Wolseley Inc. Jason Carson 10940 86 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8K3 T: 780-532-8785 E: jason.carson@wolseleyinc.ca www.wolseleyinc.ca Wolseley Waterworks Dan Phelan 10920 86 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 8K3 T: 780-357-1991 E: dan.phelan@wolseleyinc.ca Woodland Home Hardware Building Centre Greg Bartolotta 11105 100 Avenue Grande Prairie, AB T8V 3J9 T: 780-538-1340 E: greg@woodlandhomehardware.com

Western Hydroblasting Inc. Rita Charbonneau 615, 11715 Baynes Road Pitt Meadows, BC V3Y 2V1 T: 604-465-4492 E: info@westernhydroblasting.com www.westernhydroblasting.com

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Grande Prairie Construction Association Document Price List Prices subject to change without notice - Prices are current as of January 2021 Prices do not include GST DOCUMENT SALES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE

CCDC Documents CCDC Electronic Documents include two free seals with the exception of CCDC 11 which includes one free seal only.

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$ 147.00

$ 16.00

$ 24.00

$ 92.00

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2WA Work Authorization Seals (each)

$ 16.00

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$ 16.00

$ 24.00

$ 92.00

$ 147.00

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$ 70.50

$ 3.20

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CCDC 2 Stipulated Price Contract (2020)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 2MA Master Agreement (2023)

CCDC 3 Cost Plus Contract (2016)

Electronic

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 4 Unit Price Contract (2023)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 5A Construction Management Contract (2010)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 5B Construction Management Contract (2010)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 9A Statutory Declaration by Contractor (2018)

Document Seals (each) CCDC 9B Statutory Declaration by Subcontractor (2018)

Document Seals (each) CCDC 10 A Guide to Construction Project Delivery Methods (2018)

CCDC 11 Contractor’s Qualification Statement (2019) Document Seals (each) CCDC 12 Project Financial Information (1994)

Electronic

$ 5.20

$ 7.80

CCDC 14 Design/Build Stipulated Price Contract (2013)

Electronic

$ 92.00

$ 147.00

$ 16.00

$ 24.00

$ 92.00

$ 147.00

$ 16.00

$ 24.00

$ 92.00

$ 147.00

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Document Seals (each) CCDC 15 Design - Builder/Consultant Contract (2013)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 17 Stipulated Price Contract on CM Projects (2010) Document Seals (each)

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CCDC 18 Civil Works Contract (2023)

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$ 16.00

$ 24.00

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$ 26.00

$ 39.00

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$ 39.00

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$ 51.00

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$ 16.00

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$ 16.00

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CCDC 220 Bid Bond CCDC (2002)

Electronic

$ 5.00

$ 7.50

CCDC 221 Performance Bond CCDC (2002)

Electronic

$ 5.00

$ 7.50

CCDC 222 Labour & Material Payment Bond Trustee Form (2002)

Electronic

$ 5.00

$ 7.50

Complete Set of CCDC Contracts & Guides

Electronic

$ 840.00

$ 1260.00

Document Seals (each) CCDC 20 Guide to the Use of CCDC 2 (2008)

CCDC 21 Guide to Construction Insurance (2016)

CCDC 22 Guide to Construction Surety Bonds (2002)

CCDC 23 Guide to Calling Bids & Awarding Contracts (2018)

CCDC 24 Guide to Model Forms & Support Documents (2016)

CCDC 29 Guide to Pre-Qualification (2016)

CCDC 30 Integrated Project Delivery (2018) Document Seals (each) CCDC 31 Service Contract between Owner & Consultant (2020)

Electronic

Document Seals (each) CCDC 40 Rules for Mediation & Arbitration (2018)

CCDC 44 Guide to the Use of CCDC 14 & CCDC 15 (2016)

CCDC 45 Guide to the Use of CCDC 5A (2011)

CCDC 46 Guide to the Use of CCDC 5B (2011)

CCDC 47 Guide to the Use of CCDC 17 (2011)

CCDC 48 Guide to the Use of CCDC 18 (2002)

Division 00 - 2018 Master Specification Procurement & Contracting Requirements (2018)

Electronic

$ 300.00

$ 450.00

Division 01 – 2020 Guide to the Use of CCDC Master Specification for General Requirements

Electronic

$ 500

$ 650.00

CCA Documents CCA Electronic Documents include two free seals.

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Document CCA 1 Stipulated Price Subcontract (2008)

Electronic

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$ 70.00

$ 105.00

$ 11.00

$ 16.50

CCA 16 Guidelines for Determining the Costs Associated with Performing Changes in the Work (1992)

Electronic

$ 24.00

$ 36.00

CCA 19 Stipulated Price Sub-Subcontract (2011)

Electronic

$ 70.00

$ 105.00

$ 11.00

$ 16.50

Document Seals (each) CCA 25 Guide to Project Management Services (2001)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 26 Guide on Construction Management Project Delivery Method (2016)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 27 Guide on Construction Environmental Management Planning (1997)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 28 Guide to Improving Cash Flow in the Construction Industry (2009)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 50 A Prime Contractor’s Guide to Project Financing & Payment Security (2003)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 51 Guide to Calling Bids & Awarding Subcontracts (2008)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 52 Joint Venture Guide (2008)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 53 A Trade Contractor’s Guide & Checklist to Construction Contracts (2016)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 61 Risks of Pre-Purchasing Equipment & Materials for Construction Projects (2008)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 81 A Best Practice’s Guide to Solid Waste Reduction (2001)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 82 Mould Guidelines for the Canadian Construction Industry (2004)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 83 Environmental Guide for Hot Mix Asphalt Plants (2004)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

CCA 90 Guidelines for Electronic Procurement (2007)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

Complete Set of CCA Documents

Electronic

$ 480.00

$ 720.00

Guide 2010 Human Resource Toolkit

Hardcopy

$ 92.00

$ 138.00

Guide Recommended Guidelines for Provision of Geotechnical Info. in Construction Contracts (1993)

Electronic

$ 26.00

$ 39.00

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ACA Documents Alberta Builders Lien Act can be downloaded at www.qp.alberta.ca Document

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ACA Form A Alberta Standard Contract Between the Prime & Subcontractor

Free

Free

Copyright Authorization Seals (each)

$ 3.00

$ 4.50

ACA Form B Alberta Standard Contract Between the Sub and Sub-Subcontractor

Free

Free

Copyright Authorization Seals (each)

$ 3.00

$ 4.50

ACA Form C Alberta Standard Guide for Take Over Procedures

$ 3.00

$ 4.50

ACA Document C Supplementary 1 – Certificate of Substantial Performance Prime (can be sold individually or in Pads of 25)

$ 2.00/each $20.00/Pad

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ACA Document C Supplementary 2 – Certificate of Substantial Performance Subcontract (can be sold individually or in Pads of 25)

$ 2.00/each $20.00/Pad

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Alberta Builders Lien Act

Free

Free

Plain Language Guide to the Alberta Builders Lien Act

$ 14.00

$ 21.00

Plain Language Guide to Construction Insurance

$ 14.00

$ 21.00

Plain Language Guide to Bonding

$ 14.00

$ 21.00

Plain Language Guide on Fleet Safety & Compliance

$ 14.00

$ 21.00

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Canadian Design Build Institute Practice Manuals Document

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$ 60.00

$ 80.00

Document 110 A Guide to the Transportation & Infrastructure Sector (2018)

$ 35.00

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Series 200

$ 60.00

$ 80.00

Document 210 RFP Guide (2004)

$ 60.00

$ 80.00

Series 300 Responding to RFQ’s & RFP’s (2004)

$ 60.00

$ 80.00

Document 310 Conceptual Estimating (2004)

$ 30.00

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Series 400 A Guide to Project Delivery (2009)

$ 60.00

$ 80.00

A Complete Set of CDBI Practice Manuals

$ 240.00

$ 325.00

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New CCDC documents available now The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) is excited to announce the publication of new versions of three contracts on November 29, 2023. Order yours today through our integrated partner associations at your local document outlet (www.ccdc.org/ document-outlets).

CCDC 2MA – 2023 “Master Agreement between Owner and Contractor” and CCDC 2MA – 2023 “Work Authorization”

CCDC 4 – 2023 “Unit Price Contract”

CCDC 18 – 2023 “Civil Works Contract” Updated to incorporate the changes first implemented in CCDC 2 – 2020, these three contracts have been modernized to provide a clear and consistent framework for construction processes and

The most significant update is the introduction of the Ready-for-Takeover project milestone, which triggers the handover of warranty, care, custody, and control.

Some other significant changes include provisions addressing early occupancy by the owner, the relocation of some clauses to the Division 01, new language addressing payment legislations like the Ontario Construction Act, new insurance requirements, new provisions on indemnification and waiver of claims, and revisions to health and safety clauses to address all parties’ roles and responsibilities.

These updated contracts mark an important step as CCDC continues to update their library of contracts and guides to reflect the new standards set out in the CCDC 2 – 2020.

We look forward to seeing these documents guide the industry forward.

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The ACSA’s Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee making our community safer

Above: In 2023, the Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee donated hearing PPE and aprons to three Grande Prairie schools.

In the heart of Alberta's construction industry, the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) weaves a tale of dedication, community, and safety. At its core, the Grande Prairie Regional Safety Committee (GPRSC), one of Alberta's eight regional safety committees (RSCs), is pivotal in realizing the ACSA's vision: a construction industry where safety is foundational to everything we build.

Imagine a group of volunteers from various walks of life who come together with a shared vision to embed safety into the foundation of Alberta's construction industry. Each member brings their unique perspective, passion, and commitment, diligently working to ensure that the ACSA's strategies and initiatives resonate lo-

Delivering safety supplies to the Men’s Shed.

Delivering PPE to schools.

cally— championing the culture of safe

• The Trades Café, where the committee

work environments through education,

had a booth for young minds curious

training, and safety initiatives.

about safety careers.

There's an exciting opportunity for some-

• Committee members Jill Cain and Car-

one passionate about making a differ-

men Lemay delivered safety supplies

ence to step up as a committee co-chair

to the Men's Shed in Grande Prairie,

for the Grande Prairie Peace Region. If this

ensuring that the next generation of

is you or you want to learn more about

builders and creators have the tools to

this opportunity, please email GPRSC@

work safely.

youracsa.ca.

• The committee's outreach also touches

Last year, the GPRSC busied themselves

the future with generous donations of

leading and participating in several en-

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to

gagements and initiatives, including:

local schools, ensuring that the youngest members of our community learn the importance of safety from the start.

In 2023, the Grande Prairie Regional

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There are more initiatives and events for you to partake in!

• Your local GPRSC is offering bursaries to those eager to advance their careers in safety. These bursaries open doors for

aspiring National Construction Safety

mittee welcomes you. Whether you're

Officers (NCSO) or National Health &

looking to join as a member, nominate

Safety Administrators (NHSA) designa-

a safety champion, or learn more about

tion, further embedding the culture of

making our workplaces safer, the door is

safety in the fabric of the industry.

always open. Connect with us:

Together, we can write the next chapter

• The committee's heart extends beyond

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• Subscribe to ACSA's newsletter, www. youracsa.ca/category/news.

flection and commitment, such as the National Day of Mourning. This solemn event, hosted at Safety City, brings together families, friends, and coworkers to honour those who've paid the ultimate price on the job. It's a day of remembrance but also a day of renewed commitment to forge safer workplaces.

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conference last November, the spirit of Grande Prairie's commitment to safety shines through, with local companies “Specializing in Structural Architectural & Utility Precast Products”

and individuals being honoured for their efforts in safety. The Annual Achievement Award winners for the Grande Prairie Re-

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• Standard Roofing won the Trailblazer Award in the small employer category.

• Shelly McCarthy was recognized with the Pace Setter Award.

For those inspired to be part of this story of safety, dedication, and community, the Grande Prairie Regional Safety ComBuilding the Grande Prairie & Peace Region 2024 55

New Beaverlodge Fire Hall

The fire station spans an impressive 8,000 square feet on the main floor, in addition to another 3,000-plus square feet on the second floor and mezzanine area

BY LISA KOPOCHINSKI

The new $2.9 million Beaverlodge Fire Hall in Beaverlodge opened last October and is the first firehall for the town. Photos courtesy of JMS Construction.

After decades of work, the $2.9 million

the new fire hall will allow them to be-

fire hall in Beaverlodge opened on Oc-

come more independent as they will

tober 16, 2023. This is the first fire hall in

have room for training and more trucks.

Beaverlodge and has 25 volunteer firefighters with two fire engines.

“The town has never had a fire hall,” Beaverlodge Mayor Gary Rycoff told local

JMS Construction, which started construction in May 2022, was the prime contractor on this impressive project.

media. “Everything the fire department

“Some of our responsibilities included

had, has always been somebody else’s.

being a liaison between the Town of

The firefighters themselves have been

Beaverlodge and the engineering firm,

fundraising for this station for over 10

organizing and coordinating subtrades

years. It’s been on the table for probably six or seven years. Needless to say, it’s well overdue.”

Located at 400 1st Avenue, Rycoff says

for electrical, mechanical, millwork, security, overhead doors steel fabrications,

Square footage

and more,” explains Justin Staffen, owner

The fire station spans an impressive 8,000 square feet on the main floor, 2,160 square feet on the second floor, with an additional mezzanine that is just over 1,000 square feet.

at JMS Construction.

“ It’s been on the table for probably six or seven years.

Needless to say, it’s well overdue.”

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Staffen adds that JMS Construction was responsible for site stripping and buildup, site services such as water, sewer and power, concrete piles, concrete foundations, metal screw piles, concrete slabs, aprons and sidewalks, erection of the pre-engineered metal building, construction of wood mezzanines and interior partition walls, drywalling, painting, T-Bar ceiling, interior/exterior doors and frames, miscellaneous finishing and metal cladding, and much more.

“The building can easily fit six trucks, has shop storage, a training room, office

The fire station spans an impressive 8,000 square feet on the main floor, 2,160 square feet on the second floor, with an additional mezzanine that is just over 1,000 square feet.

area, locker room, fitness room, showers, scuba/compressor room, laundry facilities, a few multi-purpose rooms, and a kitchen,” says Staffen.

When asked what the biggest challenge was that his team encountered on this project and how it was overcome, he says it was post-COVID long lead times for some critical elements of this building.

“We overcame these hurdles using our own brand of methodology, as well as our ability to maneuver scopes of work to compensate for lag. Our superintendent on this project is also a Red Seal journeyman carpenter and—by utilizing his skillset along with his leadership capabilities—really helped lower lead times and any shortages of labour we may have experienced.” l

JMS Construction, which started construction in May 2022, was the prime contractor on this impressive project.

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New Grande Prairie Toyota dealership When completed this summer, the new dealership will be two levels and span nearly 27,000 square feet

BY LISA KOPOCHINSKI

The new Toyota dealership in Grande Prairie has space to handle and display 200 vehicles on its sales lot. Photo courtesy of HWD Construction.

With a completion date slated for this

sociates Inc.— includes all the interior

summer, construction on the new Toyota

design, renderings, and interactive 3D

dealership in Grande Prairie remains well

views.

underway. Originally built in 1998, the dealership was expanded to its present size in 2007. The dealership has space to handle and display 200 vehicles on its sales lot.

The building is owned by Paulsar Properties Ltd. of Grande Prairie. The dealership is owned by dealer principal Sean Sargent. Craig Kjemhus is a partner and general manager.

Beairsto & Associates Engineering of Grande Prairie is the consultant that put together the construction drawings including architectural, structural, mechanical, and electrical.

“We began construction of this renovation in May 2023 with completion scheduled for July,” says Angelo Corrado, architectural technologist and project manager at HWD Construction, the con-

The Design Control Document—pro-

tractor on this impressive $3.3 million

duced by Toronto-based Weis & As-

project.

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Three phases The team has just started on the second phase of this three-phase project.

“The dealership is two levels and spans just over 27,000 square feet gross floor area,” explains Corrado. “It consists of a modern well-lit showroom complete with a customer area and a separate new vehicle delivery area. The three-bay service drive-thru with one bay—dedicated as a lube bay—will be able to handle several vehicles at a time.”

The parts area, which includes customer service and support, will also have its own separate customer area.

“ A lot of credit goes to the team at Sean Sargent Toyota for being able to come up with innovative ways to work with us during the various phases of construction.”

and is set up to handle the foreseeable

the parts advisors into the drive-thru for

increase in electric vehicle sales and ser-

a period of time.

vice,” says Corrado.

Construction started on the new dealership in May 2023 and is scheduled for completion this July.

—Angelo Corrado

“To make this all possible, the owner

With a project of this magnitude, there

was able to vacate that portion of the

is bound to be challenges. Corrado says

building and move their sales team to

the biggest challenge in any renovation

their adjacent lot and coordinate their

of this type is keeping the dealership

new sales out of their used vehicle sales

open and functioning during the course

building,” says Corrado. “A lot of credit

of construction.

goes to the team at Sean Sargent Toyota

The service shop is capable of handling 10-plus vehicles at a time and includes EV service capability. The second-floor areas include support spaces for office staff, meeting room, parts storage, and change room/ washroom facilities.

“We were able to phase the project into

for being able to come up with innova-

three phases with the showroom being

tive ways to work with us during the vari-

the first and most extensive first phase.”

ous phases of construction.”

Phase 2 involved the service drive-thru.

Once completed, this renovation will

The team was able to maintain at least

bring the dealership into compliance

one drive-thru bay at all times during

with the current standards set out by the

“The dealership is fully compliant with Toyota Canada’s Electric Vehicle program

that entire renovation. Phase 3 included

Toyota Canada Inc. Dealership Facility

the parts area, which involved relocating

Program. l

Rendering of the new Toyotal dealership in Grande Prairie.

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Lee’s Sheet Metal

A 60-year legacy of innovation and resilience in Grande Prairie

BY SHAYNA WIWIERSKI Founded in 1964 by the visionary Licio “Lee” Merlo, LSM has evolved from a modest beginning to become a leading force in the Canadian sheet metal and mechanical contracting industry.

Lee’s Sheet Metal (LSM), based in Grande Prairie, Alta., is celebrating a remarkable 60 years in business, a testament to its enduring commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction.

Founded in 1964 by the visionary Licio “Lee” Merlo, the company has evolved from a modest beginning to become a leading force in the Canadian sheet metal and mechanical contracting industry.

Lee Merlo, born in Italy in 1932, immigrated to Canada at the age of 19, seeking new opportunities. After working in Vancouver, he ventured into Southern Alberta, working on various sheet metal projects. In 1961, Merlo, along with his business partner, Bill Travelier, founded Tramer Sheet Metal. However, in 1964, Merlo decided to embark on his own entrepreneurial journey, establishing Lee’s Sheet Metal (LSM).

As LSM celebrates 60 years of excellence, its journey from a small shop to an industry leader is a testament to the vision of its founder, the dedication of its employees, and its ability to adapt and innovate in a dynamic construction landscape.

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The company’s initial shop was located on the east side of Grande Prairie, adjacent to Wally’s Kitchen, a local establish-

Today, LSM operates mainly in Alberta and B.C., but has completed projects across Canada, from the Queen Charlotte Islands to Corner Brook, Newfoundland, and even some in Canada’s Arctic.

ment that has stood the test of time since the early ‘60s. As Grande Prairie flourished in the ‘60s, so did LSM. In the early ‘70s, Merlo expanded the operations by purchasing land in the New Richmond Industrial Park, laying the foundation for a more substantial presence.

Over the years, LSM experienced substantial growth, moving into a 20,000-square-foot building in 1980, where it still operates today. From a small shop, the company has expanded to encompass three buildings and additional locations, totaling around 30,000-square-feet of manufacturing, office, and warehouse space.

Lee Merlo retired around 1991, passing the torch to his son, Pete Merlo, and Dale Sheridan, who continued the legacy of quality and innovation. The early ‘90s marked a pivotal moment when LSM shifted focus from HVAC installation into custom fabrication products, residential and commercial HVAC, leading to substantial growth and doubling volumes over the next 15 years.

In 2007, changes in leadership occurred, with Dale Sheridan retiring and new partners joining. Pete Merlo retired in 2013, paving the way for Gordon Provencher to take over as CEO. In 2018, Dennis Shmyr became a partner, further contributing to LSM’s success. However,

LSM is now poised and eager to embark on a journey of unwavering commitment to excellence in mechanical-electrical project delivery for both commercial and residential endeavours.

2022 brought the loss of Steve Howell, the shop foreman of 39 years. Also in 2022, two new partners were brought on board, Taylor House, who filled the field foreman role, and Jeff Hinz, who took on the combined role of mechanical and electrical manager.

In 2023, Brian Freemark assumed the role of CEO, boasting an impressive 32 years of industry expertise. LSM is now poised and eager to embark on a journey of unwavering commitment to excellence in mechanical-electrical project delivery for both commercial and residential endeavours. What sets them apart is not only their dedication to precision, but also the incorporation of sheet metal products and top-notch powder coating, adding an extra layer of value to their unparalleled services.

Over the past six decades, the company has weathered challenges, including a significant setback during the construction of the new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital project.

“It was a big lesson for us, that even on a public infrastructure project there is a lot more risk than you care to envision,” says Brian Freemark.

Drawing valuable insights from past experiences, LSM evolved its approach by broadening its spectrum to encompass the entire mechanical scope, expertly

navigating projects from initial conception to flawless completion. This strategic move led to a diversification of their portfolio, marked by the successful execution of highly intricate projects such as the Grande Prairie Regional Hospital and notable educational institutions like the Harry Balfour School in the County of Grande Prairie. In a testament to their commitment to innovation, LSM has recently showcased its prowess by delving into pioneering mechanical systems and embarking on energy-efficient equipment pilot projects in collaboration with Fortis in B.C and Emissions Reduction Alberta. This forward-thinking strategy not only positions LSM at the forefront of industry trends, but also reaffirms their dedication to pushing boundaries and delivering excellence in every endeavour.

Today, LSM operates mainly in Alberta and B.C., but has completed projects across Canada, from the Queen Charlotte Islands to Corner Brook, Newfoundland, and even some in Canada’s Arctic.

The company’s focus on innovation is evident in its gas engine-driven heat pump line, providing remarkable operating efficiency even in extreme -40C temperatures. LSM was one of the early adopters of the Solar Wall passive heating system for ventilation air and combined heat and power systems as well.

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At the forefront of their current strategic focus is the precision craft of customfabricated sheet metal products and the artistry of powder coating. Within the realm of mechanical and electrical contracting, their niche lies in the mastery of retrofit and renovation projects, seamlessly intertwining with their expertise in new construction ventures. Notably, LSM’s residential division stands as a beacon of leadership, skillfully installing furnaces, ductwork, air conditioning, and heat pumps. This division has consistently demonstrated adaptability, gracefully navigating the ever-changing landscape of the housing market in northern Alberta.

Furthering their commitment to innovation, LSM’s energy solutions division takes centre stage, offering a suite of high-efficiency gas heat pumps, chillers, and combined heat and power units meticulously tested and verified to thrive in the unique conditions of Northern Alberta. This holistic approach underscores their unwavering dedication to excel-

lence and positions LSM as a trailblazer in delivering tailored solutions for both residential and industrial landscapes.

ployees have gone on to start their busi-

“We do a lot of retrofit renovation-type work. We changed the boilers in the Grande Cache Hospital in the middle of winter a couple years ago, that was a significant undertaking and a really complicated job that required plumbing, electrical, controls, and a little HVAC to keep the heat on during a winter change out, in a fully functional hospital,” says Freemark. “That’s what we excel at.

We have all that in-house personnel with expertise and certification. Moving forward, we will continue to do mechanical, electrical installations, and equipment retrofits.”

As LSM celebrates 60 years of excellence,

With 97 employees, 37 of which are apprentices, LSM remains committed to its founding principles of “quality proven over time”. The company’s motto, backed by a written-in-stone guarantee, reflects its dedication to customer satisfaction.

The legacy of LSM extends beyond its successful projects, as many former em-

company until we started to get out of

nesses or continue successful careers in the industry.

its journey from a small shop to an industry leader is a testament to the vision of its founder, the dedication of its employees, and its ability to adapt and innovate in a dynamic construction landscape.

Looking ahead, LSM remains committed to delivering quality services, pushing the boundaries of innovation, and leaving an indelible mark on the sheet metal and mechanical contracting industry, not only in Alberta, but across the nation as well.

“We never thought of ourselves as a big our area and meeting and talking to people in other areas. We realized we were amongst one of the top five largest contractors in the province for what we did,” says Freemark. “It opened our eyes that maybe we were underselling ourselves for a few years.” l

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