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CONTENTS messages profiles features

SICA Chairman’s Message – Terry Brown

SICA Kamloops Office: Matching professionalism SICA President’s Message– Debbie Hicks SICA Waneta Expansion Project: Team Waneta Effective mentoring will help secure the industry’s future Mentoring the next generations BC Hydro revamps procurement process BC Housing pens new procurement guidelines for non-profit societies SICA Education: Planning for the future New schools provide an enhanced learning experience for Okanagan students Gain competitive edge by retaining key employees Bonds – Comparison with CDI (Subguard) and Letters of Credit Travelling in style: New transit centre for Kamloops Payment clauses BIM Committee: Learning from the ground up Get connected with SICA How to stand out from your competition Change orders Airport expansions drive sustainable economic growth to region Double down – Healthy competition between SICA members Gold Seal Certified listing

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FROM THE SICA CHAIR

Terry Brown, SICA Chair he 2010-2011 year has again been a very busy year for the association, with a great deal of activity for its volunteers and for its staff in these turbulent and unprecedented times.

While construction activity in the early part of this past fiscal year was supported by the federal stimulus funding and the resultant spending at all the various levels of governments, those projects (supported by this stimulus funding) have now come to an end, and the economic reality of large government deficits has set in. All levels of governments and Crown Corporations are trimming their capital spending and cutting programs as they try to balance their budgets. As well, the global economic turmoil has impacted the private sector spending, as many private sector owners sit on the sidelines to ride out these uncertain economic (and political) times.

These tight economic times mean that the association must ensure it stays

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focused on member services and benefits. Membership retention and growth are mandates set out in SICA’s Strategic Plan, to ensure the association can continue to grow and strengthen into the future. Education also continues to be a priority, as members need to keep current with the latest industry developments and to prepare for the inevitable construction rebound. While recognizing that members are also balancing their budgets, the association must make sure it continues to provide value to its members by providing innovative programs, services and delivery mechanisms – all at a cost benefit to members (and future members).

The association must also continue to strive to partner locally, provincially, and federally with other industry groups “whose objects are similar”, as our constitution states. There is strength in these partnerships because of the opportunity of sharing costs, ideas, and programs, all for the benefit of the membership. At the end of the day, there is only one taxpayer, and only one member paying dues, so efficiencies that can be leveraged by partnering will continue to benefit our members, and the industry as a whole.

The Board of Directors has again been very active this year. Coming out of the Core Review from the previous year, a day-and-a-half Governance Session was provided for the new Board & Alternates in October of 2010. A result of that process was ultimately a new President Profile Document (essentially an updated outline of the president’s duties and responsibilities) and a new Board Role Document (clarifying and detailing the roles and responsibilities

of the Board and its committees). Two new committees were established – Audit and Finance, and Governance and Nominations. All of these new documents and committees were ratified by the Board of Directors and will serve the association well into the future.

Also coming out of these new documents and committees was a review of the association’s constitution and bylaws, and its policies, reviewing and updating them with a look to the future.

The initial work has begun on them both, with some initial proposed constitution and bylaw changes being brought to the September AGM and some policies being reviewed to bring them current. No doubt the Board and committees will continue this work into the coming year to ensure our operating structure meets the needs of the association for today and for years to come.

SICA continues to be blessed with a very strong group of volunteers – those members who (after working their regular 50 to 60 hour week) selflessly contribute thousands of hours for the benefit of the association, its members, and the construction industry. With the enthusiasm and dedication of these volunteers, the association is well-positioned to continue with its successes

These tight economic times mean that the association must ensure it stays focused on member services and benefits.

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well into the future.

It has been an honour and a privilege for me to have had an opportunity to work with the association’s volunteers and staff this past year.

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SICA Kamloops Office:

Matching professionalism successful and progressive organi-

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zation strives to promote growth,

education, and professionalism within their industry. In concurrence, the Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) is following suit, skyrocketing forward with the introduction of a new regional office in Kamloops, B.C. SICA president Debbie Hicks states that the aforementioned project will better represent the Kamloops sector of the 600+ member association by matching the professionalism of the building with the skilled expertise of its members.

“We knew we wanted to find our own space in a small, more contained unit,” said Hicks. “The real value is to bring the professionalism our organization deserves and has to our facility so there’s a match. Matching professionalism is really the issue.”

Kamloops was the original location for the SICA head office before the association sold the building and moved their head office to Kelowna in 2003.

Over the years the Kamloops sector found itself in a rental position that was, as Hicks explains, not representative of a proficient organization such as SICA – and thus a major factor in the build.

Hicks is proud of the new space and its ability to better serve the SICA membership which, has grown significantly in the last few years.

Project manager and longstanding SICA member Ian Dalgleish of the fam-

agrees Dalgleish. “The new building has

SICA Kamloops building is the new

ily outfit Dalgleish Construction Ltd.,

really raised our profile and I think also

boardroom which will allow SICA to

concurs that the new building will assert

raised our image in the community. The

host board meetings and educational

the progressive nature of the not-for-

idea is going to give us a better presence

courses in their own facilities and also

profit association and its members.

in the community and attract member-

offer members additional meeting and

ship.”

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A highlight and member perk of the

Construction on the new space –

Aleda Styan and Jennifer Dichrow working at SICA’s new Kamloops office.

which was a regular tenant improvement into an existing shell – began March 15, 2011; the Kamloops team moved in to their new home on June 6, 2011.

Planroom coordinator Aleda Styan agrees that the new building will indeed better serve the 120 member firms in Kamloops, the association’s second largest membership region.

“We are very happy to finally have a permanent home that we can be proud of and that fits our needs,” said Styan. “There has been a lot of hard work by everyone to get us here, but it is paying off now. It is nice to have the members come in and say, ‘Wow, great space.’”

Though the new office is indeed aesthetically pleasing, Hicks’ focus is on the invaluable volunteers who made the transition possible.

“As an association we rely on our volunteers,” said Hicks.

“They take their responsibility seriously to do the best job. Our volunteers have been through a lot with a couple gyrations of buildings, and it took some time, but they weren’t willing to rush. On top of that, these volunteers have real jobs that if they don’t make any money we don’t have an association. So balancing their real job with a volunteer responsibility takes a lot of commitment.”

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“It was a good place to work, but it was more than time for the new building to come around – the plansroom wasn’t big enough. We functioned really well in this space. It was one of those places where even though the building wasn’t meeting the needs, the employees and membership did what was needed to be done. Regardless of what the shell of the institution looked like it was a great team of people and a great place to work. I still hold that organization in the highest regard, even so many years after moving away. I feel that the heart and soul of the staff is definitely still there.”

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FROM THE SICA PRESIDENT

SICA: SETTING THE SIGHTS The Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) is taking aim at ourselves; we are constantly, like every successful company, turning the sights on ourselves to find ways for improving, growing, and maintaining our position as a leading construction association in North America. When thinking back on the year, I am reminded of lessons I learned while standing at the firing line during SICA's Annual Trap and Skeet Shoot. I can recall the importance of keeping a forward stance and being ahead of the target when you gently pull the trigger. This lesson is one SICA and our member companies take into consideration every day in order to sustain successful businesses. This year has been no exception to that forward thinking direction from the SICA Board of Directors.

From the Board’s 2009 Strategic Planning session, we identified three success measures: 1. SICA will achieve its customer satisfaction targets.

2. SICA will grow membership to 750 members.

3. SICA will strive to ensure that the standard service revenue is equal to or greater than operational expenses.

If you are going to dream, they say dream big, but I, we, SICA, love our challenges. So what have we done? Well, not only have we…

• implemented BidCentral eBidding and elevated the value of our prebid services, • increased our education offerings by 80 per cent, • added a very successful “speed” networking event that provided great dialogue opportunities for the membership, • improved our Standards and Practices liaison with buyers of construction services through detailed “information sessions”, • implemented processes for a continuance strategy for the unforeseen ab-

sence of the president, • purchased and completed tenant improvements for the Kamloops Plansroom and meeting space under budget (thanks to the member contributions!), • implemented a new database software program for membership management that will allow us to more selectively target our members and be more efficient with our staff resources, • offered special education sessions via a webinar (this is what one of our private owners has to say): I was not informed about SICA until recently when I read a flier advertising a seminar entitled, "Tendering, Bidding and Award of Contract – The Basics".

Being a shopping centre property manager and representing our owner, I knew this would be an invaluable seminar for me and our operations supervisor to attend.

I contacted SICA with the possibility of either getting the material that would be covered or if it happened to be offered by webinar. There was not a webinar scheduled; but they went way above-andbeyond to accommodate us by setting up that option.

We attended, via that webinar, and I can honestly say it was one of the most informative, applicable, understandable seminars that I have had the opportunity to participate in.

Using experts in each topic of the seminar made it very interesting and gave the people attending an immediate response to any questions. Thank you once again for accommodating our needs and I look forward to attending many more.

– Linda Birch, Tamarack Centre, Cranbrook, B.C. • we always strive to push ourselves further. In addition to our lengthy list of strategic priorities, the Board implemented an unplanned new Governance process.

So how do we measure up to the three

Debbie Hicks

success measures? SICA is recognized as one of the leading associations in Canada. And what do our members say about our services? Well, 82 per cent of the membership responding to our survey rated our services as satisfied to extremely satisfied. Not only have we have grown as an organization during these tough economic times by three per cent each of the last two years, but SICA has balanced our human resource and financial outlay with the level of service SICA members have come to expect, indeed demand.

SICA is fortunate to have a strong staff and Board, and we certainly as an association have had a hectic year, with no shortage of targets to narrow in on. We have all worked through a lot of change in a very compressed period of time for exceptional results. The ability to implement the Board’s objectives and goals, plus other initiatives to continue to provide the best services to members on top of a very busy existing workplan, is a tribute to staff’s desire for excellence.

Reaching excellence is a constant challenge because everything around us is changing. So just when we think we may have reached the level of excellence we don’t get there because something new has to be learned, implemented, documented, and perfected for consistency.

Nonetheless, staff works tirelessly on behalf of the membership to reach this excellence and keep the members positioned so that they can effectively, safely and efficiently compete!

If the theme in my last year's president message for the annual SICA Construction Review was “weathering the perfect storm”, this year the theme is “set your sights ahead of the target”.

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SICA Waneta Expansion Project:

Team Waneta View of the Intake Excavation.

s the old adage goes, projects are

runs smoothly because there are a lot

A

Project from Teck, and in 2010, an ad-

only as successful as the teams that

ditional partner, Fortis Inc., was added

of things happening all at once,” said

build them. Everyone achieves more

to the project’s owners’ partnership to

Penner. “Safety has to be number one.

together, and for Team Waneta and the

ensure its viability. In the end, FortisBC

Basically it is proper management and

Waneta Expansion Project, this adage

will purchase the capacity (the ability

proper coordination. We are a very ex-

rings true.

to generate power when needed) from

perienced team, and we have to be very

the project and BC Hydro will purchase

well coordinated and make sure that

the energy.

we thoroughly interact with the work-

The Waneta Expansion Project consists of the design, construction, and

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procurement of equipment for a new

Construction of major components,

335 megawatt hydroelectric power

such as a hydraulic approach channel,

plant immediately downstream from

intake, two power tunnels, two hydro

A key strategic component was the

the existing Waneta Dam, located on

turbine generator units, and a tailrace,

construction of a berm to isolate the

the Pend d’Oreille River near the con-

will be developed on the right bank ad-

river from the powerhouse excavation

fluence of the Pend d’Oreille and Co-

jacent to the existing Waneta Dam

and provide access to the existing

lumbia Rivers.

owned by Teck and BC Hydro.

Waneta Dam and powerhouse prior to

ers, the operators of the adjacent dam, and the public.”

The $900 million, 4.5-year-long proj-

Wally Penner, regional project man-

spring runoff. When construction is

ect is a tri-venture between Columbia

ager, SNC-Lavalin Inc., explains that

complete, access will be provided over

Power Corporation, Columbia Basin

safety in terms of avoiding property

the draft tube deck of the new power-

Trust, and Fortis Inc. and is the largest

damage is a major concern when work-

house.

project of its kind in Western Canada.

ing adjacent to an existing, working

In 1995, Columbia Power Corporation

dam.

Team Waneta is in the civil aspect of the project. Major excavation work is

and Columbia Basin Trust acquired the

“It’s all about coordination and work-

scheduled for completion by the end of

right to develop the Waneta Expansion

ing together to make sure the project

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Grouting of tertiary holes on the tailrace berm.

structure is to follow, with electrical

local (living within 100 kilometres of

portunities for local workers,” said

and mechanical shortly thereafter. Pen-

the project), and as a result, no camp

Repin. “On this project, there’s a focus

ner and team were delighted by the

facilities will be required. It is estimated

on local hire and there’s a focus on re-

completion of the adit this past June.

that $200 million will be expended on

gional expenditures. We’re spending lo-

The Canadian company makes

wages and benefits and $178 million

cally. We encourage the contractors to

up a large part of Team Waneta, along

will be expended on local goods and

purchase goods locally. And our com-

with the owner, subcontractors and

services, creating an opportunity for re-

munity management committee is

the Community Impact Management

gional development.

echoing that the project has really ben-

Committee.

“We are particularly proud of the op-

efited the community.”

The Community Impact Management Committee, a feature unique to the joint-venture organization, includes local and regional government representatives, First Nations representatives, key contractors, owners, as well as members of the public, RCMP and fire department. The committee meets monthly to encourage positive community impact and relay concerns resulting from the project (i.e. increased traffic).

“There’s a sensitivity issue to work closely with the community, hand-inhand,” said Audrey Repin, director of Stakeholder Relations and Communications for Columbia Power. “That’s what makes a difference on a successful project. We find that it’s a priority for our company to work closely with community and we encourage our contractors to do the same.”

The Waneta Expansion Project focuses on local hires, with peak employment of 400 jobs. It is anticipated that 85 per cent of the workforce will be SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEW 2011-2012

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SUMMARY PROJECT QUANTITY AND DIMENSIONS TUNNELS Length of Tunnel #1

216 m (706’)

Length of Tunnel #2

234 m (765’)

Length of Adit

160 m (524’)

TOTAL LENGTH OF TUNNELS

Diameter of Adit Diameter of Tunnels

610 m (1995’)

6m 10.5 m

ROCK Volume of rock (Intake)

93000 m³

Volume of rock (Tunnels)

49500 m³

Volume of rock (Adit)

8000 m³

Volume of rock (Tailrace & Powerhouse)125000 m³ (include Tailrace) TOTAL ROCK

275500 m³

Overburden Excavation

240000 m³

POWERHOUSE Dimensions of Powerhouse – Length

45 m (147’)

Dimensions of Powerhouse – Width

81 m (265’)

Height of Powerhouse – below ground

45 m (147’)

– above ground

18 m (59’)

Diameter of runners

Height of Intake

PH Superstructure Steel

Capacity of Units 1 & 2

5.7m (18.6’)

40 m (131’)

400000 Kg

335 MW

CONCRETE Tunnels & Steel Liner

14000 m³

Powerhouse

42000 m³

Intake

9000 m³

Concrete for cofferdam

4000 m³

TOTAL CONCRETE

Dredging of contaminated material (Headpond)

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Effective mentoring will help secure the industry’s future

By George Gritziotis, Executive Director of the Construction Sector Council

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he most recent Construction Sector Council forecast in-

ers over the age of 50. Almost 50 per cent of older workers ex-

dicates that by 2019, the industry will need to train about

pect to work past the age of 65, and many see mentoring as an

320,000 workers to replace an exodus of experienced older

important role, expressing a keen desire to demonstrate their

workers and meet new demand.

knowledge and skills to younger workers.

To help close the skills gap, construction industry stakeholders are already investing heavily in recruitment and training programs. Closer to the ground, another type of investment is also taking place: on-the-job mentoring.

Considering that 80 per cent of training takes place at the worksite, successful on-the-job mentoring is the foundation upon which we will build tomorrow’s workforce.

Harnessing that desire and the skills and experience of those older workers, and passing them on to the next generation, is key to the industry’s future.

Our research shows that mentoring benefits the industry as a whole through increased productivity, improved quality of work, improved safety and a better overall public image.

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take-away message from a recent CSC study is that the best

That way they can get exposure to the full scope of work,

way to transfer skills from one generation to the next is to cre-

know what to expect, and know what is expected of them.

ate a positive mentoring experience for both the tradesper-

The construction industry will be losing a lot of skilled and

son and the learner. The result is better performance and in-

knowledgeable workers through retirements. Now is the time

creased productivity, all the while building the workforce.

to take advantage of the opportunity to keep those skills on

The study unveiled some important lessons, such as the

the jobsite. Setting up mentoring programs in workplaces

fact that strong technical skills do not always mean good

across the country will go a long way toward keeping our in-

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as mentors. As one industry representative interviewed for the study put it, “we train workers to be good tradespeople, but we don’t train them to be good teachers.”

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Other study participants reported that the approach to mentoring is “haphazard” and “tends to happen by default rather than by design,” which may explain why many apprentices don’t stick out the mentoring process.

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Mentoring the next generations s a child, your parents are there to teach you things – how to tie your shoes, cross the street, or ride a bike. As a teenager, mom and dad perhaps take second to teachers and pop idols that provide yet another benchmark for which to achieve. In adulthood, it is our workplace superiors that offer a new level of guidance for personal and professional development.

For his exceptional dedication to mentorship within the industry, the Southern Interior Construction Association would like to recognize long-standing member Phil Long of Maple Reinders Construction.

A key focus is communication, insists Long of his role as mentor. His don’t-be-afraid-to-ask mentality has earned him recognition throughout the construction industry as a legendary mentor. But for Long, the approach is simple: a great mentor is one who develops his protégé as a whole, in both personal and professional respects.

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from their experiences. It’s not necessarily the in“I’m a strong believer in the importance of struction, but the stories – what has gone right, mentoring the younger generation coming what has gone wrong. The stories of my past exinto the industry,” shares Long. “For me, menperiences have helped our young guys.” toring is extremely important to one’s career in The word “team” is a central figure in Long’s terms of skill-building, ethics and integrity. It’s practices, reveals Jason Mallhi, coordinator at the responsibility of everyone in the industry Stuart Olson Dominion Construction Ltd., who with more experience to help the younger genhas been one of Long’s apprentices for the past eration.”

Long’s mentor, two years. Landing a career fresh out of school, Mentoring is a lifelong commitment, offers the late John Morton.

Mallhi appreciated the guidance of “Uncle Phil”. the seasoned project manager, one that began “Ever since I started at Dominion, Phil would always take the with his own personal journey as junior estimator and gradutime to explain the reasons behind what we are doing and why ally evolved to that of mentor. With over 40 years in the industry, it’s important for the project,” says Mallhi. “That is helpful for Long has been successfully guiding future industry professionsomeone coming out of school without a lot of construction als for the past 20. experience. I appreciated that.”

Evidently, teaching is a natural instinct from which Long garThe comfortable work atmosphere was also favoured by the ners much joy. But every great mentor owes a portion of his or second-year coordinator. Mallhi commends his mentor for a her success to the greats that came before him, and for Long, light, positive environment that took the edge off being the there were two – Ken Andre, TA Andre & Sons (first mentor, new guy. In accordance, Mallhi seconds that mentorship is an 1973); and John Morton, EGM Cape and Company and past integral part of not only career development but of personal chair of the CCA (mentor from 1979-2001). These men taught development as well.

Long the tricks of the trade and the rights and wrongs of the “Mentoring has offered insight to many years of experience industry. and knowledge,” he reflects. “Going forward, I am sure to apply “It has a lot to do with guidance and also with the experiwhat I learned through Phil.” ence you gain learning from mentors,” says Long. “You gain

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BC Hydro revamps procurement process Laying submarine cable across Okanagan Lake in 2010.

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which will, in turn, provide BC Hydro

Hydro,” says Daniel Olsen, chief pro-

Review, BC Hydro is working to im-

with better results and give suppliers

curement officer for BC Hydro. “The

plement a more efficient procurement

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survey received over 300 responses and

process, which will benefit both BC

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With $1.3 billion in expenditures last year, and a working relationship with 6,000 suppliers, BC Hydro is a significant employer of construction projects.

The supplier survey was issued on BC Bid in the fall of 2010, with recommendations collected and assembled in March and April. Throughout the summer, BC Hydro is meeting with 15 different groups, including a few meetings with SICA to get initial feedback about proposed changes to the procurement process. Training of BC Hydro staff will begin in September and, by June of next year, the majority of initiatives will be well underway.

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BC Hydro has a variety of different projects planned in the Thompson, Okanagan, and Columbia (TOC) region. overview of the initiatives underway and we ask specific questions for discussion,” says Shelly Morrison, strategic procurement manager for BC Hydro. “It’s an opportunity for us to say to suppliers, ‘here are some ideas, will they work or is there something that we need to tweak?’”

Response from the Supplier Engagement Review revealed 10 initiatives,

– Mica 5 and 6 project ($700-800 million) – Install fifth and sixth generating units at Mica dam, 135 km north of Revelstoke – Mica Switchgear project ($180-200 million)– Replace existing switchgear equipment at Mica dam and install additional equipment needed for new generating units – Spillway Gates Project (Duncan dam and Hugh Keenleyside in the TOC region) (cost unavailable) – Interior to Lower Mainland Transmission Project ($540-780 million) – Columbia Valley Transmission Project ($132-204 million) – New transmission line to Golden – Merritt area Transmission Project ($22 million) – Upgrade Merritt substation – Seymour Arm Capacitor Station (Close to $70 million – not counting contingencies) – New capacitor station near Seymour Arm – Southern Interior capacitor stations project (on hold, no estimates yet)

such as improved day-to-day interactions between BC Hydro and its suppliers. A recommended Supplier Interaction Guideline encourages a team approach to a project, rather than the traditional owner versus supplier relationship, which is more adversarial. In dispute resolution, the regular process will now have an extra layer to resolve the issue more quickly. When a solution to a problem is stalemated, the issue is fast-tracked to the next level. This minimizes schedule delays, which saves all parties both time and money.

“Of the 10 initiatives underway, contract management and administration, procurement planning, and updating contract documents are three areas under revision,” Morrison says. “These

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BC Hydro will also be translating its business plan to suppliers, so that at the category level, suppliers will know what and where the corporation plans to spend. A heads-up about BC Hydro’s procurement plans gives suppliers more time to come up with solid pro-

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BC Hydro Initiatives for the Construction Community Supplier Interaction Guideline

Develop Supplier Interaction Guideline to supplement existing code of conduct.

RFX Debriefing Guideline

Develop guideline for debriefing including approach and information to be shared at supplier debriefing sessions.

Payment Approval Policy

Create a clear process for timely invoice payment.

Dispute Resolution Process

Confirm dispute resolution process with clear governance and defined levels of escalation.

Supplier Relationship Management

Identify supplier tiers and approach for each supplier tier. Develop F12/13 SRM Plan, SRM process and guideline.

Update Contracts

Revised contract language to enable more strategic sharing of risks and address various supplier issues regarding terms and conditions.

Contract Administration

Develop Contract Administration/Management process (including technology) and guidelines.

Procurement Plan

Develop procurement plans and procurement planning process and guidelines to increase reliability of BC Hydro plans

RFx Execution Policy & Processes

Develop procedures and guidelines on RFx execution (various issues).

Training and Change Management

Training and change management created and delivered for each of the SER recommendations.

notice about a project, prior to its request for tender.

In the past, de-briefings with suppliers who have not won contracts have been sporadic. This was another area of concern among survey respondents, who can now look forward to more consistent feedback from BC Hydro after contracts have been awarded.

“After a competition is over and the contract has been awarded, we have an obligation to follow a debriefing procedure with unsuccessful bidders,” Olsen says. “Perhaps their responses around quality control or pricing were not in line with our expectations. If we provide this feedback to suppliers, then the next time around, they can step up their efforts, which in the long run are better for BC Hydro.”

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BC Housing pens new procurement guidelines for non-profit societies “The old guidelines were really wordy and there was some confusion among non-profit societies about the rules of engagement in putting out a tender” says Wende Kinch, senior manager of Supply Chain for BC Housing.

“The new guidelines outline the different construction methods that are available and provide more information on the types of stakeholders that are involved in a

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construction project.”

In 2010 BC Housing engaged the BCCA (representing SICA and other regional associations), various groups, associations, and stakeholders in consultations about designing a new set of procurement guidelines that would meet everyone’s needs. A draft was written, based on the feedback from these meetings, and was put out for further comment and recommendation from these groups. BC Housing is currently incorporating these changes before a new guideline is published.

“Our big focus in responding to the new guideline was making sure that the procurement process is fair, open and transparent,” says Warren Perks, VP director of Industry Practices for BC Construction Association. “Public funds are going into these projects, so accountability is very important.”

Non-profit housing projects that are not owned and managed by BC Housing are not subject to the same procurement requirements, including following a public process in tendering a project. However, non-profit housing providers are expected to perform due diligence in hiring consultants and awarding contracts, to ensure that the process is competitive

Housing is currently re-vamping its procurement

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and therefore cost-effective.

“The new guideline is very succinct, and it allows for degrees of variance,” says Karen Stone, executive director of the BC Non-Profit Housing Association. “It’s a document that is respectful and that lays out best practices in the industry.

recommendations and requirements concerning all aspects

Even if a project is not receiving funding through BC Housing,

of a construction project. They will be better equipped to

accountability and transparency are essential.”

make informed decisions throughout the procurement

Non-profit housing providers have access to other sources

process and will be able to manage their housing projects more

of funding, as well as BC Housing, which is outlined in the

efficiently.

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difference between design/build and design-bid-build and the pros and cons of each. Specific documents, such as “Request for Proposal”, are explained and the roles of the development consultant, construction manager, architect, engineer and general contractor are defined for clarification.

“Non-profit housing providers are given pointers on how to evaluate a proposal,” Kinch says. “It helps them to identify their criteria and whether or not a consultant can fulfill their expectations within a certain time frame. It’s about creating the best value and how you articulate this in your documents.”

Once the guideline is finalized and published, it will be available to users online, under SICA’s website for tendering, BC Housing is also exploring other tools, such as risk management tools and, if required, may provide templates for various forms to make the procurement process that much easier.

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SICA Education:

Planning for the future y the year 2020, the Construction Sector Council estimates 31,000 workers will exit the workforce in British Columbia. These replacement requirements will be partially met by an expected 22,400 new entrants, resulting in an estimated gap of 10,000 workers who will need to be recruited from outside the local construction market to meet labour requirements and maintain balanced markets.i With a proactive approach and solid education initiatives in hand, SICA aims to do their part to resolve the imbalance within the industry. “It is a matter of education,� insists Jennifer Marte, SICA Education coordi-

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nator. “Forecasts for the upcoming years indicate there will be a shortage of skilled people as the baby boomers retire at the senior levels – managers of construction services such as project managers, superintendents, and estimators. The initiative is filling the future gap now, so that down the road we keep that continuum moving.�

SICA’s education division aims to provide a flexible course of studies that will meet the unique needs of adults entering the construction trades. Ten scholarships are awarded annually to members, as well as to prospective tradesmen and women through SICA’s PCTIAii accredited education programs

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Other membership-driven programs such as document reading, estimating, and supervisory courses are offered as well, one of the most successful being SICA’s Carpentry Pre-Challenge Training for Red Seal certification.

“We aim to increase people’s skill level and their employability in the industry,” says Marte. “Many people have worked in the industry for years without the formal schooling and want to advance in the industry. What we have done to help that process along is to offer a pre-challenge course for Red Seal certification.

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New schools provide an enhanced learning experience for Okanagan students S

tudents at three new schools can look forward to state-of-the-art facilities that promote cultural heritage, innovative learning opportunities, and energy conservation. M.V. Beattie in Enderby and Vernon Secondary School are each in the midst of new builds on existing school properties, while South Okanagan Secondary School in Oliver is undergoing an addition and major renovation.

The new M.V. Beattie elementary school is a 3,315 square-metre building for approximately 315 students and

“The school is located in a flood plain zone, so a crawlspace is preferable to a full basement,” says Vicki Topping, partner, MQN Architects. “Also, we can give extra space to the main floor of the building, rather than waste square footage on mechanical and electrical spaces.”

Unlike many commercial and institutional projects, the site was prepared and ready for construction prior to putting the job out for tender.

“Because the site was prepared, there weren’t a lot of unknowns for the general

I feel it is beneficial to become SICA members for the networking opportunity. It provides a real avenue for owners to get into the trenches with the consultants and contractors to see what it is they really want or require to execute projects effectively. A lot of time we work together but really work apart. Being part of SICA gives us, as owners, the chance to talk openly on what works and what doesn’t.

– Dan Horochuk (CEFM), Capital Projects Coordinator, The Board of Education of School District No.83 teaching staff. Scheduled for completion this October, the new facility replaces the original 1913 brick building and annex that was constructed in 1983.

A unique aspect of the school is its sixfoot crawlspace, which houses the building’s mechanical equipment and heat pumps.

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The building’s mechanical system includes a geothermal heating and cooling system that will support 80 to 85 per cent of the building’s peak load, and save approximately 50 per cent in energy consumption, compared to conventional systems. Piping was installed six feet underground using a new trenching technique that is very cost-effective.

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If, however, all classroom lights are on,

It’s definitely an opportunity for networking with other consultants and contractors, and an opportunity to learn the pitfalls and strengths of where the industry is going. SICA provides great educational opportunities to all of its partners. It is a place that we can meet and have dialogue with others – what’s working, what’s not working – which in the construction industry is important.

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which fronts a different street.

“The initial challenge to the project was the site soils,” says Murray Noble, senior engineer, CTQ Consultants. “Approximately 35,000 cubic-metres of clay material was excavated and removed within the building footprint,

and 20,000 cubic-metres of structural material was imported to the site.”

The new Vernon Secondary School is a 14,922 square-metre building that will accommodate 950 students. Facilities include a gymnasium, theatre, cafeteria, metal technology shop and departments for business, mechanics, art, music, and drama. The building has a north/south orientation to lessen heat gain within the school. Roll shutters also control heat gain; they help to minimize vandalism to the windows and deter entry into the school after hours.

In Oliver, South Okanagan Secondary is gaining approximately a 20 per cent larger footprint in a multi-phase project that includes the demolition and new build of half of the school, as well as renovations to the other half of the building. Construction of the first phase includes the completion of two gymnasiums, sciences classes and a super lab, library, main office and cafeteria – areas of the school that will be turned over for use at the end of August.

“The cost was the same to tear down or to construct new, but there was a lot of heritage to the building that we wanted to preserve,” says Mitch Van Aller, director of Facilities for School Districts 53 and 74. “The building has an Art Deco design and was constructed in 1949. At that time, it was one of the largest projects in B.C. Many students have passed through this school, so the building has a lot of sentimental appeal.”

The LEED Gold building features a geo-thermal heating system that is tied into the mechanical system of the neighbouring elementary school. The school uses other alternate energy sources, including wind turbine power and solar power to heat water and create electricity. Salvaging trusses in the old gym also earns the project LEED credits.

The school districts’ memberships with SICA are very important. Their involvement at meetings and networking events helps us understand the perspective of the buyer of construction services and reinforce the message that ‘nothing can get built effectively and efficiently without all three partners (the owner, the design consultants and the contractors) working together.’

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Bonds – Comparison with CDI (Subguard) and Letters of Credit B

esides bonding, there are two other

but CDI (seen under the trade name ‘Sub-

forms of contract security seen in

guard’) is relatively new, especially in the

Western Canada: contract default insur-

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ance (CDI); and Letters of Credit (LoCs).

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CDI (Subguard) policies are issued by just one carrier and cover only the largest general contractors against the default of major subcontractors. The advantages for GCs include greater control and the ability to “manage” subcontractors.

For subcontractors, this control can lead to serious problems if disputes arise. CDI allows its “Insured” (the general contractor) to be judge and jury in the matter of subcontractor default. The subcontractor is at the mercy of the GC and may find its contract unilaterally terminated with no recourse beyond litigation.

Compare to a bonded job: if a default is declared, the bonding company must objectively investigate the claim in accordance with the terms of the contract.

It must verify the default before acting under its bond. This objectivity protects subcontractors and suppliers from arbitrary actions.

What about payment assurance? CDI provides no payment protection for subs or suppliers. It’s important to know that payment protection is available only if a labour and material payment bond is provided by the GC to the owner. Some big GCs avoid the payment bond with a “cost saving proposal”: adding the owner as an insured under its CDI policy, sometimes with a small “gap” bond covering only its services as a construction manager (‘CM’). A gap bond doesn’t protect subs and suppliers at all.

Owners are told that they are protected by this combination while saving the premiums for full performance and payment bonds. Not only is the owner not protected should the GC default, but the subs do not have the protection of a payment bond. And, the “savings” are

minimal as the GC marks up the CDI premiums to account for its costs of underwriting and its additional risk.

There are other reasons to be wary.

CDI GCs are required to prequalify subcontractors – so subs are asked to provide confidential information including their financial statements. Under a bonded job, the subcontractor provides this information in confidence to their bonding company only.

What about Letters of Credit? Owners can quickly exchange them for cash from the bank up to the value of the LoC (typically five to 15 per cent of the contract amount). However, the statistics tell us that this is not enough: losses on jobs

just protect owners – they work for subs and suppliers. Even small contractors can apply for a bonding facility; it can take a little time but isn’t expensive to do. If you don’t have one, check with your local broker and set it up!

Working with allies like SICA and the BCCA, the Surety Association of Canada is getting the message to owners: the best route to construction procurement is a fair, open, and transparent bidding

process backed by bonding at the bidding and contract award stages.

For more information or assistance – contact Bob Sloat, SAC’s western staffer: 778-995-6585 or bsloat@suretycanada.com.

A relationship with a bonding company provides subcontractors a competitive edge, helping to root out the “lowest common denominator” by ensuring that they are bidding against similarly prequalified competition. where the GC defaults can average well over 40 per cent. Subcontractors have no protection when LoCs are used as the contract security. Even if owners feel they should try to look after subcontractors and suppliers after the GC defaults, the financial resources won’t be there. Who gets paid becomes an arbitrary and selective process – whereas on a job with a payment bond, all direct subs and suppliers are assured of payment.

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Travelling in style:

New transit centre for Kamloops A nearly eight per cent increase in

one which was built in 1982 at 1550 Ord

structure Component ($4 million); the

rides in the Kamloops’ Transit Sys-

Road, will include an administration

Province of British Columbia ($6 mil-

tem within the last year alone is but one

and maintenance building, seven serv-

lion); and the City of Kamloops ($5.6

of several reasons why work is now un-

ice bays, a diesel fuelling station, wash

million). The expected completion date

derway on a new operations and main-

bay and storage area. It will also double

is fall 2012.

tenance facility. The transit system saw

the existing capacity for bus parking, in-

To date, five local companies have

some 3.5 million rides last year – and

creasing the number of spaces from 40

been awarded project contracts: Mid-

that number is expected to grow.

to 85.

dleton Petroleum Services Ltd.; LNB

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“From the B.C. Transit perspective,

Construction; Twin Rivers Plumbing &

simply outgrown the facility,� explains

this is certainly a significant project,�

Heating (1985) Co. Ltd.; Norgaard

Joanna Linsangan, manager of Public

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Ready-Mix Ltd.; and K-Rod Steel (A Di-

Relations for B.C. Transit. “This new fa-

systems across 58 communities across

vision of Varsteel Ltd.).

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Payment clauses

By David Mckenzie ew clauses, if any, in a trade’s contract are likely to be more important than the payment clauses, which typically set out: • the processes and documents required to apply for and receive payment for the work performed; and • the dates by which applications must be made and payments become due and owing.

In typical payment clauses found in standard form contracts, payment will become due to the trade some number of days after the latter of: • the date an application for payment is made (and all required documents are provided); and • the date the application for payment is approved by the paying party or a third party such as a consultant (this approval is usually evidenced by a certificate of payment or similar document).

In order to be entitled to payment under such a clause, a trade must fulfill the payment application requirements as set out in the contract. As a result, each trade should familiarize itself with the contract’s payment requirements and then fulfill these. In many cases, provided the requirements are fulfilled, the trade will then become entitled to payment, with the only question being when. However, depending on the contract terms, fulfillment of all payment requirements by the trade may not ensure contractual entitlement to payment.

Subcontractors in particular should be wary of “pay-when-paid” clauses which make payment by the owner to the general contractor a condition precedent for payment to the subcontractor.

Courts in a number of Canadian jurisdictions have upheld “pay-when-paid” clauses where the wording was clear and unambiguous. If such a clause appears

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in the subcontract, then even if a subcontractor has performed all its work in accordance with the subcontract terms, the subcontractor’s entitlement to any payment will still depend on an event beyond its control: namely, whether the owner pays the general contractor.

A subcontractor who is not being paid in accordance with its subcontract will typically have a number of remedies available to it, such as the right to terminate the subcontract. Where there is a “pay-when-paid” clause and the general contractor withholds payment on the basis that it has not been paid by the owner, these remedies will not be available to a subcontractor, as no payment will be owed under the subcontract. A subcontractor facing such a scenario has few available options. As the subcontractor has no contract with the owner, there is usually no independent way of forcing the owner to pay the general contractor. As a result, the subcontractor who is not being paid will likely be contractually obligated to continue working

on the project without pay, and could be held liable for breach of contract if it ceases to work.

The lesson in relation to payment clauses should be applied more generally: before agreeing to take on any project, a trade contractor should at minimum read the proposed contract, ensure it understands and can comply with its duties and responsibilities, and object to any terms it finds overly onerous.

David Mckenzie is a lawyer practicing construction and commercial litigation at Jenkins Marzban Logan LLP in Vancouver. He is called to the bar of British Columbia.

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BIM Committee:

Learning from the ground up Dave Pelletier, Chair of the Institute for Building Information Modeling (IBC) in Canada and SICA member.

o learn something new is to grow, and for David Pelletier, newly elected Chair of the Institute for Building Information Modeling (IBC) in Canada, he has done a lot of both.

Learning from the ground up, Pelletier admirably approached a very important industry methodology, Building Information Modeling (BIM), with gumption and integrity – enough so to chair a national committee.

“My personal interest in BIM relates to the concept that BIM isn’t simply a tool but a process and that it will fundamentally change many aspects of how construction is procured, built, and managed,” says Pelletier. “As a small business owner myself, I identify with other small firms that will require assistance in adapting to BIM, and it is my hope that the IBC will be able to do that with the assistance of its industry partners.”

With BIM methodology, learning and growing go hand in hand, which is why the Institute for Building Information Modeling in Canada first took formation. The IBC was founded in August 2010 in response to an invitation by the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) to other key industry associations to create an entity that would deal with BIM-related issues in the construction industry. Pelletier, owner of D&G Mechanical of Kelowna, attributes his new position as Chair to his involvement with the CCA, as a board and executive member and as chair of the E-Construction Committee.

“The CCA Board identified BIM as a technology that had the potential to profoundly impact the way our member firms conducted their business,” reflects Pelletier, “and so it was direction from the CCA Board to my committee which ultimately resulted in the creation of the IBC.”

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Pelletier says it is the goal of the IBC Steering Committee to lead and facilitate the coordinated use of BIM in the design, construction, and management of the Canadian built environment. Pelletier is quick to note that though IBC does not provide direct education programs on specific software training, they may provide content on trends and developments relative to BIM in Canada. In a partnership with CCA’s partner associations, such as SICA, IBC aims to provide educational content and seminars to the individual member firms.

“The sense I get is that there is a great deal of interest in BIM from most contractors,” says Pelletier, “but there is also a great deal of confusion on how BIM will be implemented.”

“What the roles and responsibilities will be, what changes to contracts will be required, as well as the questions of which software tools to invest in and what are the costs in terms of hardware and training. I do agree that a mindset change is essential to successful BIM adoption because BIM is much more than a tool; it’s a process and it requires significant changes to the status quo.”

As a proactive measure, IBC has created task forces within the group to deal with the following issues: the creation of a BIM Practice Manual, the development of a communication strategy and a task force looking into contract language as it relates to BIM and industry standard contracts. Additionally an Environmental Scan of BIM Tools and Standards has been completed. The IBC is also in discussions with Building Smart International to explore the IBC’s desire to provide the appropriate body and home for the Canadian context and content in relation to open international standards implementation, shares Pelletier.

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Get connected with SICA

By Carolyn Mann

Want to win a half page ad in the next edition of the SICA Construction Review magazine?

Download a QR reader app from your smartphone’s app store and scan the code on the front cover to win!

ollow us, “tweets”, “updates”, “tags”, “likes”, “invites”, and “connect” are words that are fast becoming popular in everyday conversation. The construction industry is not exempt from the evolving world of social media.

As a result, SICA is keeping up with the trends by launching a social media campaign. The goal of this new marketing venture is to keep SICA members current on the happenings of SICA, including new projects on BidCentral, education courses, meetings and events and all that is new and exciting within the industry.

Social media provides a “two-way street” for communication. This opportunity allows members to associate themselves with our professional association, increase their credibility and increase networking opportunities that will build business through electronic resources. Although, social media is viewed as a resource targeting younger generations who are already familiar

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with it, SICA is optimistic that users of all ages can participate and keep current.

My name is Carolyn Mann. I am a fourth year student at UBCO responsible for implementing SICA’s social media campaign and helping SICA members transition into the world of social media by offering training sessions. Media for business is becoming increasingly common, easy, typically free, and has been proven to lead your company to success. Please do not hesitate to contact our office if you are interested in making the transition with social media to safely increase your company’s exposure.

Using Facebook for business is a good resource considering the millions of active users on the network. You create a company page where clients and those interested in your company will “like” your page. Those who like the page will receive your company updates on their Facebook “news feed.” Facebook is a good overall option for keeping your

clients updated with your pictures of projects, events and information.

LinkedIn is a similar concept to Facebook but geared around business. On LinkedIn you can create a company profile, as well as a personal profile. On your personal profile you can add your business experience and network with all your business contacts. On your company profile you can include a description of your business, recognize your highly-skilled employees, and inform your followers on current promotions.

The concept around Twitter is sharing information in 140 characters or less.

Twitter compliments Facebook updates, and is a quick source of information for people who are on the go. Update followers on current promotions, or simply engage them with interesting tid bits. Twitter will bring personality to your brand and show prospective clients what you are truly about.

How to stand out from your competition exchange business cards and move on to build your next relationship.

Due to the success of this year’s speed networking event, SICA will now be offering an opportunity for you to meet through this event twice a year.

Remember, if you are out of sight, then you are likely out of mind. The keys to being a successful networker: persistence and follow-up!

TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL NETWORKING: Be aware, responsive, timely, friendly, a great listener, recall conversations, make connections, be confident, orave you been asking yourself “How do I make my company stand out from my competition?” or “How can I do business differently than the hundreds of competitors all wanting the same contract?” The answer: networking!

You need to give those you would like to do business with a reason to remember who you are and how you are different from your competitors. Networking is an essential skill for people within the Industrial, Commercial and Institutional (ICI) sectors of construction and SICA recognizes our members need to develop business relationships.

SICA staff have been working to bridge the networking gap in the industry for the last 43 years to develop relationships with those you do business with.

SICA now has a solution: speed networking. It’s a must!

SICA invites you to “break the ice” with owners, consultants, general contractors, trade contactors, manufacturers and suppliers to develop and maintain relationships. All you have to do is prepare a brief two to three minute speech and make a lasting impression. You then rotate your way

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“Speed Networking Event, not a term you hear every day but a powerful event it was! All in attendance were apprehensive at first but soon got into the rhythm of talking fast, laughing much and getting our messages across. Amazing contacts were made!

“The networking was ‘speedy’ but so were the results as the very next day generals we had never worked with before starting calling and offering us opportunities to bid projects we had not previously been invited to bid.

“I encourage all general contractors, trade contractors and associates to attend the next speed networking event; it only takes a couple of hours to make a world of difference!” – Debra Dotschkat, Glass Canada “I was pleasantly surprised with the Speed Networking Event put on by SICA. It was such an easy way to meet new people in the industry, and was also a great way to match some faces to the familiar names I frequently deal with. I would definitely recommend this event to anyone wanting to expand and strengthen their business contact base.” – Jacquie Kenyon, Greyback Construction Ltd. “Along with my own positive feedback, I should relay also that several employers I’ve spoken with following the Speed Networking Event have expressed similar thoughts. A lot of people met a lot of people… much to the betterment of business and networking which is so critical to so many. One contractor I spoke with yesterday told me her companies got follow-ups and that led to contracts the very next day; the kinds of results busy companies, especially the small to mid-sized ones, thrive on. – Bob Dawe, Skilled Trades Employment Program SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEW 2011-2012

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Change orders

By Kent Burnham ne of the most frequent causes of disputes in construction claims arises from changes made during the course of construction. While most construction contracts provide for adjustment to the contract price where the

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something different than had been previously specified and the change is made without any supporting paperwork. On larger projects, contracts often call for a process in respect of change orders which includes obtaining quotes for any changes and any approval.

At the conclusion when money is tight, the owner is looking for ways to reduce costs of the project and unsigned for change orders become a point of dispute, with the owner claiming either that he did not approve it or that the process of obtaining quotes was not followed and that the change could have been implemented less expensively had the process specified in the contract been followed.

If, during the course of a project, the contractor takes the time to have the owner sign off on all changes, these disputes are more quickly resolved.

On smaller projects where the construction contract does not specify any particular process for change orders, the change should be signed and dated by yourself as well as the owner. This can be in your project notebook and needs to be saved with other documents and invoices associated with the project. If the owner indicates that cost or time are not an issue, then writing “whatever it costs” and having the owner sign and date go a long way in avoiding potential problems.

We recognize that construction projects are a fluid process, that you need to work together with the owner to keep them happy and that most of the time it does not become an issue. However, when it does become an issue and you do not have the change in writing, delay and expense claims become much more complicated.

Where the contract calls for a specific process for change orders, it should be followed diligently. Once again, failure to

follow the terms as expressed in the contract typically comes back to hurt the contractor. If an owner wants to shortcut the specified process, have them sign a note that says “No quotes required for change” and specify the change.

In summary, all changes should be noted including date, nature of change, cost, delay and signed by the contractor and owner. An email works just as well confirming the same details.

Where careful records are kept, solving disputes is much less expensive and can often be settled without hiring legal counsel.

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Airport expansions drive sustainable economic growth to region thriving, bustling airport is a good indicator of a robust economy, at the local level and throughout the region. Airport expansions create construction jobs and foster spin-off benefits, such as business growth and increased tourism. Given the geographic advantages of B.C.’s southern interior, airports and their management teams have a direct impact in showcasing the region to the rest of the world as the ideal place to live, work, and play.

The Kelowna International Airport has experienced tremendous growth and is systematically unrolling its 2025 Master Plan. Phase 1 of the Drive to 1.6 Million Passengers program includes the expansion of the International Customs Hall, which will relieve congestion in processing simultaneous international flights. This first phase of expansion to the customs facility at an investment of approximately $9 million will enable the airport to increase capacity.

“We know the overall concept plan and are just finishing up the detailed plan for Phase 1,” says Sam Samaddar, airport director for Kelowna International Airport. “The project was tendered this summer and will be completed by mid-2012.”

Recent upgrades to the airport include a increased visibility runway project, which was completed last fall.

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The project improved the lighting on each side of the aprons, where airplanes taxi. Eight different lights were installed, which took eight weeks to complete.

“Airport upgrades are not your typical construction projects,” says Dave Hrabchuk, a principal at Arlo Construction Ltd. “For the lighting installations, the runway had to be shut down, but we had to be prepared to evacuate if a Medivac came in. We worked from midnight to five a.m. and had to have a laydown area for materials that was out of the way. When you have such a short window for working, it requires a great deal of coordination and communications with airport management, and the team at Kelowna Airport was great to work with.”

Since the airport’s founding in 1947, it has been owned and managed by the City of Kelowna. By 1997, it was one of the fastest growing airports and, with the latest runway expansion, the airport has expanded from a continental serving airport to one with international reach. In the last five years, the airport has enjoyed an annual compounded growth rate of 5.2 per cent. A recent Economic Impact Study shows that the Kelowna International Airport is responsible for injecting $600 million into the community and supporting 1,400 direct jobs, 97 per cent of which are permanent, non-seasonal jobs.

“There is no question that our population is growing,” says Sharon Shepherd, mayor of Kelowna and chair of Kelowna International Airport’s Advisory Committee. “A viable airport attracts employers and is important for drawing business outside of the airport industry. Usually there are other levels of government involved in the management of an airport. The advantage for us is that we can direct our own future, and city council has always recognized the benefits of a successful airport.”

The Kamloops Airport has also experienced significant growth and completed a $25 million expansion project in 2009. The airport offers regular air service to eight destinations in B.C. and Alberta and is equipped to handle charter flights from the U.S. Originally constructed in 1985, the air terminal building now has a 50 per cent larger footprint and half of the original building has been renovated.

The upgrade includes major reinforcements to meet current seismic standards, additional baggage handling space for arrivals, a Canada Customs service area, and a secure passenger lounge. The primary single runway was extended from 6,000 square feet to 8,000 square feet and new navigational aids were added.

Due to the unique geological conditions of the site, the new navigational

Secure Lounge

aids took longer than expected, which delayed the full-time operation of the system until the end of June 2011. High levels of metallic ore interfered with the equipment’s radio signals, so a new antenna had to be designed and relocated.

“The new system joins our existing suite of navigational aids and provides added security, particularly when there’s bad weather,” says Fred Legace, managing director of Kamloops Airport. “Our reliability is now at 99 per cent, which is the kind of assurance that carriers want to hear.”

In the last six years, Kamloops Airport has experienced dramatic growth rates and even thrived during the 2008/2009 economic slowdown.

New carriers, expanded services and lower fares won more customers who had a convenient and affordable option in air travel.

The Penticton Regional Airport is a conveniently located gateway into the heart of wine country. Four flights daily, from Penticton to Vancouver, are offered by the airport’s only carrier, Air Canada. The airport is also home to several aviation-related businesses, including airplane and helicopter charters and flight training.

While the airport has undergone minor renovations over the years, it has tremendous potential for growth and expansion. In many jurisdictions, Transport Canada has transferred its

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According to David Arsenault, Economic Development officer for the City of Penticton, there has also been a lot of interest by the Penticton business community in an expanded airport. New resorts in Oliver and Osoyoos attract several customers from Alberta, so direct flights to and from Calgary make good economic sense.

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friendly bet between two SICA board directors may be just the catalyst other members need to pony up to CCA Gold Seal certification. With benefits for both owners and employees, this nationally recognized symbol of excellence is win-win for everyone.

Understanding this, each of the SICA directors made a commitment to become CCA Gold Seal certified to set an example for the membership.

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“As an association we tell members it’s a good way for contractors to get jobs, so we decided as a board to put our money where our mouth is,” says Don Schuster of Forma Construction Ltd. This commitment was so strong that every board meeting began with directors saying their name and where they were in the certification process. But as meetings went on, and people began

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Stephanie Wallace, manager of the Gold Seal program, coyly admits to using a touch of competition herself in the past when making presentations to possible applicants.

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No matter the motive, the benefits of being certified outweighs any wager.

For the certified individual the Gold Seal certificate is a declaration of skill and competence that is recognized by the construction industry across the country and will enhance mobility and professional development. For the contractor, employing Gold Seal certified managers is a statement about the professionalism and commitment of the firm to the highly skilled excellence in the management of construction, making the company stand and assisting employers in recruiting capable construction managers.

The benefits can begin after an application process, which can take four to six weeks. Wallace says there are two streams of application criteria for the program. To qualify to apply under the Senior Practitioner criteria an individual must have a minimum of 15 years relevant Canadian experience as a project manager, superintendent, estimator or owner’s project manager, a minimum of 150 education and training hours and score a minimum of 200 Gold Seal certification points. While under the second stream, qualifications to apply under the examination criteria include a minimum of five years experience plus 25 education and training credits as a project manager, superintendent, estimator or owner’s project manager or construction safety coordinator and score a minimum of

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Putting the cap on a campus landmark

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hompson Rivers University has

square-feet of space to put to good use.

elements. It will be a very unique con-

evolved in more ways than one over

The new interior will boast three new

struction.”

the past few years. During the last two

classrooms, several offices and a large

The CAC was originally built in 1991

decades, the Kamloops institution has

Great Room that can be used for con-

and currently offers 30,000 square feet

undergone a transition from commu-

ferences and gatherings. A small por-

of space. The recent renovation work

nity college to university-college to a

tion of the existing patio will remain off

began in March of this year and will

provincial university. Complementing

of this Great Room, with a large folding,

continue through until this November.

this educational initiative is a re-visit-

accordion-style glass door opening up

“This will be a single-storey addition

ing and upgrading of its facilities,

most of the east wall to that patio and

with a lot of steel and a fair amount of

among them the recent renovations

creating a seamless exterior/interior

glazing,” continues Graham. “There

being done on the Campus Activity

space.

will be a lot of remedial work that has

Centre (CAC).

“The goal of the architects is to make this addition look like it was always

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there,” explains David Graham, presi-

MINDS

dent, DG Project Management, the

to be done to seismically upgrade that part of the building.”

THE FINISHING TOUCH

Thanks to the recent decision to en-

firm charged with overseeing the $3.5

The contract for the seismic upgrade

close and reconfigure its underutilized

million project. “The main part of the

of the addition was given to Kamloops-

rooftop patio, the CAC will be getting

building is a rotunda so the new addi-

based B.A.T. Construction Ltd. The firm

approximately an additional 8,000

tion will have to join into a lot of curved

installed a total of 26 seismic anchors,

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each of which involved drilling a six-

isting building and remove some exist-

about six weeks, with a crew size of

inch diameter hole down 70 feet before

ing concrete stairs. It was a challenging

anywhere from three to seven people.”

installing a steel bar surrounded by

project because we had to work within

grout. Slurry grout was then pumped in

the confines of an existing building. It

and the anchor proof-tested.

was the type of excavation project that

A HIGHER CALLING Building additional classroom space

“The anchors extend to the concrete

involves a lot of extra caution to ensure

footings of the new addition,” explains

that existing services aren’t damaged.”

Mike Whitaker, project manager. “The

Once the addition is built, the uni-

higher learning. In the case of the

project was a little challenging in that

versity will call on the expertise of Kam-

Thompson Rivers University and its

we had to operate in a very confined

loops-based Thompson Valley Painting

Campus Activity Centre, however,

space because of the existing building.

Contractors Ltd. The company holds

there’s the added bonus of being able

But we got it done.”

is always a plus for any institution of

the maintenance contract for the uni-

to create a unique space that brings the

LNB Construction Inc. has been

versity for the next five years and will be

outdoors in and combines the old with

awarded some of the excavation work

responsible for painting the interior of

on the CAC project.

the addition, once it is complete.

the new.

“This will be a challenging project,”

“We have to extend the building’s

“We get all of the smaller projects on

footprint a little bit,” explains Lionel

campus,” explains Kile McKenna, proj-

Kabotoff, director of Project Manage-

ect co-ordinator, who adds that the

you are doing major construction on a

ment with LNB. “We have had to do

CAC project will be a significant one for

building that must remain operational

some detailed excavation near the ex-

the firm. “We’ll probably be on-site for

during the construction.”

concludes Graham. “It always is when

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High scores for BidCentral™

By Manley McLachlan, President, BC Construction Association have been estimating, filling out tender forms and sub-

Section 7.8 were met. In the final report it was stated that the

“I

mitting tenders now for 30 years. We have come a long way

Bidding Application is a very intuitive system and that all as-

from submitting our tenders two days ahead by Loomis, and

pects of the formerly used paper-based system had been

then jumping on the Telex machine to make changes to our

maintained to allow the bidder to submit bids knowing that

forms. This is all a part of keeping our industry from being left

bid confidentiality would be ensured throughout the process.

behind in the Internet world. I would rate it nine out of 10. If I

In November 2009, the British Columbia Construction As-

was low bidder, I would give it 10 out of 10.”

sociation launched its Electronic Bidding System using the

– Ken Sasaki, IQ Builders Limited, General Contractor Bid To An

BidCentral™ platform. Since then over 68 projects have been

Owner Using BidCentral

closed through the system, over 1,500 users have accessed the

Since the official launch of BidCentral™ in British Colum-

system and only two user issues were reported. The Electronic

bia, it has quickly become a preferred tendering tool for many

Bidding System (EBS) was developed to provide a secure sys-

public procurement professionals and we receive testimoni-

tem for submitting trade to prime contractor bids and was one

als such as the one above daily.

of the first users of the Bidding Application offered by BidCen-

Included in the list of early adopters is the Interior Health Authority, who are responsible for ensuring publicly funded health services are provided to the people of the Southern Interior.

Debra Hicks, president of the Southern Interior Construction Association stated, "The widespread acceptance of BidCentral clearly demonstrates that SICA and BCCA are dedicated to ensuring that our members are provided leading edge services.”

In many cases BidCentral has been found to provide staffing efficiencies, reduce non-compliant bids, and have a huge effect in reducing environmental impact. One of BidCentral’s larger clients indicated that when they switched over to the electronic services provided by BidCentral, their paper costs alone were reduced by thousands of dollars.

While the rate of early adoption has been encouraging, in order to ensure that BidCentral’s bidding applications con-

tral™.

The BC Construction Association is dedicated to the advancement of industry practices and the introduction of the BidCentral Bidding Application is one small step in our commitment to streamlining processes that will allow industry members to become increasingly efficient. The BCCA, the regional associations, and our technology partner Infinite Source have worked diligently to ensure that the system created would satisfy, if not exceed, industry requirements and this report shows we have achieved our goal.

In a letter from the Canadian Construction Association, Pierre Boucher, chief operation officer, commended the BC Construction Association on the introduction of this innovative system to business practices of the industry.

BidCentral is a suite of services that was designed specifically for the construction industry and is modeled after the

formed to all Canadian construction industry requirements as

processes that have long been accepted as industry standards.

set forth by the Canadian Construction Association and the

Included in BidCentral are a robust array of products and serv-

Canadian Construction Documents Committee Guide to E-

ices that provide a centralized destination for the complete

Bidding, an independent consulting services firm, Acquium

construction process. The Online Plansroom, Bidding Appli-

Incorporated, was hired to perform a review of the BidCen-

cations, Standard and Premium Suites, File Transfer Services,

tral™ Bidding Application. The review of the BidCentral™

and several additional tools all aid in the reduction of risk dur-

Bidding Application used the requirements outlined in CCA 90

ing the bidding process by providing enhanced control and an

and CCDC 23, Section 7.8 as a guide. Several factors assessed

audit trail, which is a must when working on many construc-

included compliance with Governing Legislation and Legal

tion projects.

Status, availability and format of tender information, communication system reliability, security, bid authentication and val-

The complete version of the Acquium Incorporated report can be read at www.bccassn.com/acquiumfullreport.

idation.

After the review of the system, Acquium Incorporated confirmed that all criteria set out by both CCA 90 and CCDC 23, 56

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or over 50 years, Kal Tire has effectively grown and expanded according to the company motto: “Service is what we’re all about, we just happen to sell tires”. A good business needs a good foundation, and Vernon, B.C. has been the home base for Kal Tire since Tom Foord founded the corporation in 1953. Now, in less than a year, Kal Tire will unveil a new head office in its hometown.

The future three-storey building, which is slated for completion in summer 2012, encompasses 80,000 squarefeet with a capacity for 370 people.

Michael Kinghorn, advertising manager for Kal Tire, is encouraged by the opportunity for growth offered by the new building, as existing administration staff and training centres will be brought under one roof.

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Greyback Construction Ltd. from Penticton, B.C. Graeme Lindsay, project manager, implemented a concrete sandwich panel tilt-up wall construction complete with masonry veneer finish, structural steel roof and floor systems, and a concrete and glazing centre core feature complete with glazed atrium into the build. Lindsay is proud of the local hire on the project, which is reflective of the Kal Tire company motto.

“Greyback crews are predominantly local or from the Kelowna area, as are most subcontractors,” says Lindsay. “Approximately 100 tradespeople will be employed on the project.”

Incorporated into the build are a handful of key voluntary measures beyond the requirements of the building code, says Kinghorn, such as an exten-

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sive use of natural lighting facilitated by an atrium and skylight in the core of the building, collaborative work spaces throughout the building, an efficient distributed heat pump HVAC system, low flow plumbing fixtures, locked bike

storage and shower facilities, and an irrigation system supplemented by retained storm water.

“During the planning, a conscious decision was made to build a socially and environmentally responsible building,” said Kinghorn. “To that end, the building will consist of steel post and beam construction with an insulated concrete tilt panel exterior to provide a high-performance building envelope.”

The Vernon-based head office will represent more than 230 Kal Tire outlets throughout Western and Central Canada. The wholly-owned Canadian company has grown to become Canada’s largest independent tire dealer, boasting over 176 Canadian companyowned branches, 55 independent associate dealers, 35 mining locations in Canada, 12 retread facilities, two OTR plants and four warehouses.

“Since [our founding], Kal Tire has been a part of the local community and feels a strong tie to the city and the people that have helped make Kal Tire what it is today. Vernon is a special place, as anyone who has been to the area can attest. The climate, the outdoor activities, and the picturesque scenery make it an ideal place for our company to call home.”

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Senior’s housing initiative brings modular housing to East Kootenays

Housing’s Senior’s Rental Housing (SRH) initiative is giving people aged 55+ the opportunity to remain living in the communities that they love. Funded jointly by the Government of British Columbia and the federal government under Canada’s Economic Action Plan, the $123-million project provides affordable apartments for seniors and people with disabilities in approximately 40 communities throughout the province. The initiative focuses on smaller communities where there is a need for more affordable senior’s housing options, and it includes 31 projects that are in rural areas.

Approximately 358 of the SRH units are modular, constructed by four different manufacturers, two of which are SICA members: WEQ Britco LP and Northern Trailer. The units are shipped to the housing sites, which have been pre-

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pared by general contractors, and are assembled, usually in groups of four, six, or eight. Homes are fully finished on the inside with all wiring, plumbing, cabinetry, doors, and one coat of primer on walls.

“Modular housing enables us to construct the units quickly, so that we can meet the deadline as set out in the Infrastructure Stimulus program,” says James Munro, director of Regional Development for B.C. Housing. “There’s also a significant savings with modular units, and we can create housing in more remote areas, where there are not so many finishing trades available.”

Scuka Enterprises Ltd. is the general contractor of SRH modular housing in four communities in the East Kootenays.

One project in Kimberly is completed and an eight-unit complex in Baynes Lake will be finished in August. Thirty-six units

lenge, though, was doing the ground work throughout one of the harshest winters in the Kootenays. The low temperatures created difficulty in performing exterior work and waterproofing, which caused a few delays.”

Finishing touches include landscaping and two coats of paint for interior walls. A walk-through is performed to identify any deficiencies and these are repaired before occupancy in Cranbrook will be constructed by the end of August and another 24 units in Creston are scheduled for occupancy in late September.

The 604 square-foot seniors’ homes are one-bedroom units with a bathroom, kitchen, and living room. Higher outlets, lower light switches, lever handles on doors, and step-in showers with only a two-inch threshold are some of the design features that enhance accessibility within the units.

Site preparation involved excavation work and the construction of footings and foundations. Units are placed on top of a four-foot heated crawlspace with waterproofed ICF foundations. Structural work includes bolting trailers to interior framing, framing the crawlspace, structural steel works and in-depth reinforcing. The entire building envelope is waterproofed, rain-screened and framed, and then a roof is constructed over the entire complex.

“From a coordinating and scheduling standpoint, modular housing is pretty quick and easy,” says Brandon Knorr, project manager for Scuka Enterprises Ltd. “You can go from foundation to sealed units practically overnight. One chal-

of the unit.

“In the transportation of these units from the manufacturer to the site, there is some shifting and twisting, so you may get the odd crack in the drywall,” Knorr says. “Also, there can be extreme temperature differentials between the factory and the site which can affect the units. All of these minor deficiencies, however, are repaired on site, well in advance of tenant occupancies.”

The initiative enables seniors in small communities to live where they are most comfortable, without having to move to the closest urban centre for affordable housing. Age in place housing is less expensive to construct than large institutions and offer the independence and quality of life that is preferred by today’s seniors.

“The feedback from seniors has been incredibly positive,” Munro says. “Many of our occupants would have been pioneers years ago, moving around from one resource community to another. They are now in their eighties and are residing in what some have said is the nicest place that they’ve ever lived in.”

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BCCSA:

What is the value of COR to the industry?

BCCSA Executive Director Mike McKenna

t’s been a little more than a year since

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tractors Association of BC, which be-

the province’s two construction safety

came the first trade association in the

associations formally joined forces to

province to make COR a condition of

become the BC Construction Safety Al-

membership; the ITC Construction

liance. And since then, much has been

Group, which is exploring the possibil-

happening to ensure workplaces are as

ity of making COR mandatory for its

safe as they can be.

sub-trades; and Labor Ready, which be-

First and foremost has been ongoing

came the second temporary labour or-

promotion of the Certificate of Recogni-

ganization in B.C. to become COR certi-

tion (COR) program, which gives com-

fied.

panies a fully-functional safety program

Also underway are new initiatives de-

and makes them eligible to receive in-

signed to raise safety awareness and

centive payments based on their Work-

benefit employers and employees. These

SafeBC premiums. The Alliance’s goal of

include the development of a network of

extending COR’s reach as far as possible

regional safety coordinators and an en-

received boosts from the Roofing Con-

hanced injury management service.

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work: the opportunity to meet and sup-

to jobsite safety,” says McKenna. “Our

port contractors who have questions or

port a diversity of contractors, most of

efforts, supported by SICA’s strong re-

concerns, want to develop safety pro-

whom have small, family-run opera-

gional presence, gives construction

grams and associated materials, or

tions. He also knows what they need

workers the best chance of going home

wish to prepare for COR. The first coor-

the most: Service today, not tomorrow,

uninjured at the end of the day.”

dinator, Jim Riches, is now serving the

and practical strategies that avoid in-

Okanagan area; the second, John

formation overload.

Another area that is receiving emphasis is BCCSA’s injury management

Dunn, has started work on Vancouver

BCCSA executive director Mike

Island; and the third, Jeff Lyth, is work-

McKenna notes that programs like the

ing part-time in the lower mainland. All

regional safety network reflect the Al-

three are also qualified instructors, in

liance’s emphasis on ensuring safety

keeping with the goal that the coordi-

services are as accessible as possible

nators be able to provide on-site train-

and particularly to smaller contractors.

ing, says Urvi Ramsoondar, BCCSA’s

Having Jim Riches on board in the

manager of Services, adding that all re-

Okanagan provides another level of as-

gions are expected to be filled by early

sistance to SICA members, who may

ful work as soon as possible, but a ‘one-

2012.

want to achieve COR certification, for

size fits-all’ approach is impractical. We

example.

provide employers with specific tools

Although Riches, who has an exten-

service, which also focuses on providing practical, individualized strategies, says Injury Management coordinator Vernita Hsu. “Effective injury management involves many components aimed at helping employers return their employees to safe and meaning-

sive background in construction health

“This work, in conjunction with our

and resources but are available for con-

and safety and COR, has only been on

ongoing liaison with Debbie Hicks and

sultation to help them achieve positive

the job for a few months, he knows ex-

her staff also reflects the unity that ex-

results.It’s that direct assistance that

actly what he likes most about the

ists within our industry when it comes

can make the difference.”

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For example, says Hsu, research

available to assist supervisors and em-

shows that a supervisor’s response to a

ployers to apply the concepts and

jobsite injury is an important contribu-

strategies to their own situations.”

tor to a worker’s recovery and the success or failure of the return to work initiative.

“Accordingly, we have developed a

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SICA Kootenay Savings:

Making the Kootenays better together

upporting the community has always been an important part of the Kootenay Savings philosophy. And when the community voiced a need for a second branch in Castlegar, B.C., the credit union and its Board of Directors focused on how a LEED® build could

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Service, convenience and environment were the key factors driving the construction of the new south-end branch, says Dario Cescon, vice president of marketing at Kootenay Savings.

Cescon notes that the board was a large proprietor in the project, committing to building to LEED standards from the onset.

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demonstrates our respect for the environment and the community of Castlegar and positions Kootenay Savings as a leader in innovation.”

Property was purchased four years ago in preparation for the LEED build, which commenced late fall 2010 under the direction of general contractor Dan Maglio of Dan Maglio Contracting Ltd. The build is scheduled for completion in the fall of 2011. With the construction of this new branch, Kootenay Savings is targeting LEED certified status, shares Shari Imada of Effistruc Consulting, which translates to the attainment of up to 32 credits in the areas of sustainable site development, water efficiency, energy efficiency, indoor environmental quality, and materials and resources.

It has been a huge team effort, says Imada, among the architect, engineers, designers, owner, and contractors to ensure all of the following LEED com-

ponents have been incorporated into this building: • the encouragement of alternate transportation methods (carpooling, bicycling, electric cars); • water efficiency greater than 40 per cent and no irrigation; • a demonstration green (living) roof for the front canopy; • optimal energy efficiency achieved by using efficient mechanical and electrical systems, high performance windows and highly insulative wall and roof systems; • use of recycled and regional materials; a construction waste diversion rate of 50 per cent; • use of low-emitting materials plus a building flush out for two weeks prior to occupation to create a healthier working environment; • implementation of a scent-free environment program and healthy housekeeping program.

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This effort will speak volumes to their members and the community on their commitment to environmental and social responsibility.”

Kootenay Savings has 13 branches throughout the East and West Kootenays, with over $900 million in assets, 40,000 members and over 270 employees.

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AECOM CANADA LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-3727

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A-1 STEEL DIV. OF

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ANCHOR CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-9036

A-1 MACHINE & WELDING (1986) LTD. VERNON | 250-542-2354

AERIUS ENGINEERING LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 778-755-5677

ANCHOR WALL SYSTEMS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-7234

ACCURATE DOOR & HARDWARE CO. KAMLOOPS | 374-0880

AGRECOMM CONSTRUCTION INC. OSOYOOS | 250-495-4905

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CERTA PRO PAINTERS KELOWNA | 250-868-5126

CHRISTMAN PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-0066

CITY OF KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS | 250-828-3450

CERTIFIED COATINGS SPECIALISTS INC. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-5900

CHUBB EDWARDS KELOWNA | 250-860-1026

CITY OF KELOWNA KELOWNA | 250-469-8723

CHAPMAN MECHANICAL LTD. VERNON | 250-545-9040

CHUBB EDWARDS (KAMLOOPS) KAMLOOPS | 250-374-2626

CITY OF NELSON , NELSON HYDRO NELSON | 250-352-8240

CHAPMAN SAND & GRAVEL LTD. VERNON | 250 546 3340

CITY GLASS & WINDSHIELD SHOP CRANBROOK | 250-489-2513

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2025 FALCON ROAD KAMLOOPS, BC V2C 4J2

C&J ERECTORS LTD.

Campbell Garrard, Business Manager 5404 Dallas Drive Kamloops, BC V2C 5W9 cjg7331@telus.net

Office: (250) 573-5205 Fax: (250) 573-2421 Cell: (250) 682-3528

CARPET • VINYL • CERAMIC TILE • HARDWOOD • LAMINATE

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CRANBROOK FLOORING 1999 LTD. "Residential & Commercial" Installations 121 Kootenay St. North Cranbrook, B.C. V1C 3T5

Office: (250) 426-8471 Fax: (250) 426-4060 Email: cranbrookflooring@shaw.ca

MINING SERVICES, CRUSHING, PAVING, PAVING, HIGHWAY HIGHW WAY AND HEAVY HEAVY CIVIL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS CONTRACTORS

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GENERAL MANAGER 780 Okanagan A Ave. vve. E. Penticton, P enticton, BC V2A 3K6

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CLARK BUILDERS EDMONTON | 780-395-3300

CORIX WATER PRODUCTS LTD (KEL) KELOWNA | 250-765-8668

CUMMING CONSTRUCTION LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-5955

CLEARWATER DOOR MFG LTD. KELOWNA | 250-448-3667

CORIX WATER PRODUCTS LTD(KAMLOOPS) KAMLOOPS | 374-7909

CUSTOM CONCEPT PAINTING VERNON | 250-503-2530

CLOVERDALE PAINT INC. KELOWNA | 250-878-2808

CORIX WATER PRODUCTS LTD(VERNON) VERNON | 250-545-8998

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COLLEGE OF THE ROCKIES CRANBROOK | 250-489-2751 EXT 3529

CORPORATION OF THE CITY OF CRANBROOK CRANBROOK | 250-489-0219

COLUMBIA DIESEL LTD. GOLDEN |

CORTEZ CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-5950

COMBINED MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS LTD. VERNON | 250-542-6213

CORWEST BUILDERS KELOWNA | 250-869-4960

D W BUILDERS KAMLOOPS | 250-372-5516

COX PAINTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-8516

D WEBB CONTRACTING LTD. ENDERBY | 250-838-7059

CRANBROOK FLOORING 1999 LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-8471

D.D.T DEVELOPMENTS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-878-8586

COMPETITION GLASS CO. LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-7155

CRANBROOK INTERIOR WOODWORK LIMITED CRANBROOK | 250-426-8562

DALGLEISH CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 372-8448

CON-EX CIVIL CONTRACTORS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-1588

CREATIVE DOOR SERVICE LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-2640

CONSTRUCTIVE SOLUTIONS FOR BUSINESS VANCOUVER | 604-878-8100

CRUISER CONTRACTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-2839

CONVOY SUPPLY LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-9955

CSL MASONRY LTD. VERNON | 250-558-0995

DANNBURG CONTRACT FLOORS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-7337

CONVOY SUPPLY LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1441

CTQ CONSULTANTS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-979-1221 EXT 113

DANRIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-4100

CORE ENGINEERING SERVICES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-314-9999

CTQ CONSULTANTS LTD. – KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS | 250-372-9212

DARREL WORTHINGTON DRYWALL LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-851-5095

COMMAND INDUSTRIES INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-0239 COMMUNITY ROOFING CO. LTD. VERNON | 250-549-4500

D & G MECHANICAL (1997) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-4422 D & T DEVELOPMENTS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-2852

DAN MAGLIO CONTRACTING LTD. NELSON | 250-352-9734 DANMAR CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-819-7662

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Automatic Sliding Gates Ornamental Swing Gates Chain Link Cantilever Gates Ornamental Fencing Parking System Barrier Gates Control & Application Equipment 2879 Highway 33 East, Kelowna, BC V1P 1H2 P: (250) 878.1649 | F: (250) 765.4459

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DAWSON CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-3657

DUCHARME LANDSCAPES INC. WEST KELOWNA | 250-768-9455

ECKERT ELECTRIC LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-8001

DECOR 8 PAINTING (1990) LTD. KAMLOOPS | 828-8718

DUECK ENTERPRISES CRANBROOK | 250-426-5460

EDGECOMBE ENTERPRISES INC. KELOWNA | 250-491-8655

DEKKA DESIGN & BUILD LTD. PEACHLAND | 250-863-1941

DUSK BUILDING SYSTEMS INVERMERE | 250-341-6075

EECOL ELECTRIC (SASK) CORP. KAMLOOPS | 372-0630

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EECOL ELECTRIC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-0557

DELTERRA ENGINEERING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-764-9883 DEMARNI ENTERPRISES SORRENTO | 250-517-0601 DEMIDOFF EQUIPMENT LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-299-2144 DEPENDABLE AUTOMATIC DOOR & GATES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-878-1649

E.H. PRICE LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-7226 ECCO SUPPLY ADV ECCO HEATING PRODUCTS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-6451

EECOL ELECTRIC LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-2555

SICA Members

DELNOR CONSTRUCTION INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-7351

ELITE ROOFING VERNON | 250-558-3545

# - 8500 River #6 i R d Delta, Road, l BC V4G 1B5 Canada Bus: (604) 946-2655 Fax: (604) 946-2630 Toll 1-866-400-7473 T oll Free: 1-8 66-400-7473 Website: www.dominionpipe.ca W ebsite: www .do ominionpipe.ca

DEROCK MASONRY KELOWNA | 250-300-4050 DESERT CITY CONTRACTING KAMLOOPS | 250-682-2347 DESJARDINS CONTRACTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-764-4076 DG PROJECT MANAGEMENT LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-320-5064 DHC COMMUNICATIONS INC. NELSON | 250-352-0861 DIAMOND LIL’S TRUCKING LTD. KNUTSFORD | 374-1549 DIG-IT-CONTRACTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-450-9300 DIG-RITE BACKHOE SERVICE LTD. MERRITT | 250-378-8133 DILWORTH PAINTING & DECORATING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-0681 DMC FIRE PROTECTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 778-469-1273 DO RIGHT PAINTING & DECORATING KAMLOOPS | 250-371-7925 DOMINION PIPE & PILING (BC) DELTA | 604-946-2655 DONALD’S MACHINE WORKS LTD. VERNON | 250-542-5557 DOW BUILDING SOLUTIONS PORT COQUITLAM | 604-472-7266 DOWLAND CONTRACTING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 780-391-3131

VARSTEEL V ARSTEEL GROUP: Steel Pipe, H Pipe A Pipe, e, Concrete Pipe, Structural Steel, Rein Reinforcing nforcing Steel, HR/CR Bar Bar,r, Plate, TTube, uube, Grating W Welding, elding, e Ben Bending, nding, Saw Cutting, Plasma/Flame Cutti Cutting, ing, Forming, Shearing

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EMCO CORPORATION KELOWNA | 250-765-3653

EXTREME EXCAVATING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-5454

EMCO CORPORATION KAMLOOPS | 250-372-0186

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EMCO CORPORATION LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-6251 EMIL ANDERSON CONSTRUCTION (EAC) INC. KELOWNA | 250-762-9999

SICA Members

EMPAC ENGINEERING LTD. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-8455

FAIRWAY INSULATION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-212-8330

FORTIS BC INC. KELOWNA | 250-717-0809 FRETZ CONSTRUCTION LTD. KNUSTFORD | 250-374-9630

FALCON REFRIGERATION &

FRICTION FIT INSULATION – KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS | 250377-1774

AIR CONDITIONING LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-769-8741

FULTON & COMPANY KAMLOOPS | 372-5542

FBC KELOWNA | 250-861-8006

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EMPIRE DRYWALL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-451-0900

FELKA DRYWALL (2008) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-862-4807

ENCO CONSTRUCTION LTD. LAKE COUNTRY | 250-575-9104

FIRE SAFE SPRINKLER SYSTEMS INC. SALMON ARM | 250-833-0994

ENERCO ELECTRIC PENTICTON | 250-490-6381

FLOORS MODERN KELOWNA | 250-491-9222

ENGEL ELECTRIC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-861-5688

FLYNN CANADA LTD. KELOWNA | 250-766-6070

ESI ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS INC. ENDERBY | 250-838-0072

FOOTHILLS ACOUSTICS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1089

EUROLINE WINDOWS KELOWNA | 250-448-8484

FORGE INDUSTRIES LTD. NELSON | 250-352-6978

EXCEL VENTILATION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-769-5202

FORMA CONSTRUCTION LTD. VERNON | 250-542-2858

G. LITTLE ELECTRIC LTD. PENTICTON | 250-493-8888 GATEWAY MECHANICAL SERVICES VERNON | 250-542-3455 GDS CONSTRUCTION (2011) LTD. FALKLAND | 250-558-8870 GEOMETRIK MANUFACTURING INC. WEST KELOWNA | 250-769-1500 GEOTILITY GEOTHERMAL INSTALLATION CORP. KELOWNA | 250-762-5776 GIBRALTER CABLE BARRIER SYSTEMS, LP BURNET , TX 78611 | 512 756 1426 GIENOW WINDOOR LTD. KELOWNA | 250-868-9006 GIPMAN MILLWORK & DESIGN LIMITED CRANBROOK | 250-426-4974 GLASS CANADA INC. KELOWNA | 250-454-9923 GLEN MCKILLOP & ASSOCIATES INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-2204

Multi-Scope Building Envelope Solutions

GLENDINNING INSURANCE SERVICES (561910 BC LTD.) KELOWNA | 250-764-0142 GO GEO DRILLIERS LTD. SALMON ARM | 250-832-0070 GRACOM MASONRY DELTA | 604-952-0222 GRAHAM CONST. & ENG. INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-6662 GRAYHAWK INDUSTRIES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1531 GREAT WEST REFRIGERATION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-4117 GREER ELECTRIC KELOWNA | 250-450-9875

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GREYBACK CONSTRUCTION LTD. PENTICTON | 250-493-7972

GRIZZLY METAL FAB INC. KELOWNA | 250-766-1566

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GROUND SOURCE DRILLING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-2519 GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL CO. KAMLOOPS | 374-2454

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GUILLEVIN INTERNATIONAL CO. KELOWNA | 250-860-2259

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HARRIS REBAR KELOWNA | 250-766-0608 HARRISON INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 828-1996 HART MILLWORK LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-2945 HAYTER CONSTRUCTION LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-769-0740 HEADWALLS MECHANICAL LTD. SUN PEAKS | 250-571-3759 HEIMANN & SONS MASONRY INC. ARMSTRONG | 250-546-8633 HERITAGE ROOFING & SHEET METAL LTD. NELSON | 250-354-2066 HF PROTECTION SYSTEMS INC. VERNON | 250545-7000

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HAMMER CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT LTD. KELOWNA | 250-868-7037

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HIGH POINT PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-5352 HIGH ‘R’ EXPECTATIONS INC. CRANBROOK | 250-421-3447 HIL TECH CONTRACTING TRAIL | 250-364-0900 HILITI CANADA BURNABY | 250-826-7824 HOME BUILDING CENTRE VERNON | 250-545-5384 HORIZON ELECTRIC INC. KELOWNA | 250-861-4777 HOULE ELECTRIC LIMITED KELOWNA | 250-765-9660 HOWELL ELECTRIC (1984) LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250374-5771 HOWELL ELECTRIC (1984) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-7511

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HPF ENGINEERING KAMLOOPS | 250-828-7992

INLAND TECHNICAL SERVICES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 828-2767

INTERIOR REFORESTATION CO LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-5300

HUB INTERNATIONAL

INSOCAN INC. TRAIL | 250-364-2845

INTERIOR ROOFING (2001) LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-7985

INSULATION SERVICES INC. KELOWNA | 250-769-0426

INTER-VALLEY ELECTRIC PEACHLAND | 250-767-3149

BARTON INSURANCE BROKERS KAMLOOPS | 372-3155 HUXLEY INTERIORS PINATAN LAKE | 250-571-0379

INTEGRATED FIRE PROTECTION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-3482

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IPEX INC. KELOWNA | 250-868-9933

SICA Members

INDEPENDENT SUPPLY COMPANY INC. BURNABY | 604-637-8051

INTERIOR AUTOMATIC DOORS KELOWNA | 250-769-7000

INFINITE SOURCE SYSTEMS CORP. VANCOUVER | 604-294-6557

INTERIOR HEALTH AUTHORITY KELOWNA | 250-870-5831

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INLAND GLASS & ALUMINUM LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-7306

INTERIOR MASONRY LTD. PEACHLAND | 250-767-3245

JACO PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-320-6172

INLAND SPRAY ON 2002 INC. KELOWNA, | 250-491-0101

INTERIOR PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-3441

JADE ELECTRIC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-2525

ISAAK ELECTRICAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1202

JA-NIC ENTERPRISES INC. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-3321

Responsive, Reliable, Professional

JARDINE LLOYD THOMPSON CANADA INC. SURREY | 604-583-9800 JASON’S LANDSCAPING WINFIELD | 250-766-0255 JC PAINTWORKS KAMLOOPS | 250-574-4690 JDL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT KELOWNA | 250-860-8857

Bonded, Insured & Licensed

JDS ENERGY & MINING INC. KELOWNA | 250-763-6369 JENKINS MARZBAN LOGAN LLP VANCOUVER | 604-895-3158 JORDANS CONTRACT SALES KAMLOOPS | 372-7515

Service, Emergencies & Repairs: • Residential

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JORDANS CONTRACT SALES (KELOWNA) KELOWNA | 250-861-8656

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JVL EXCAVATING INC. KELOWNA | 250-769-5556

K K & C’S CONSTRUCTION & RENOVATIONS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-319-6104 K2 CONTRACTING LTD. ROSSLAND | 250-362-5552 KAL TIRE VERNON | 250-542-2366 KAL-WEST BUILDING SYSTEMS INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-6610

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KALWEST CONTRACTORS LTD. VERNON | 250-542-2307

KELOWNA ROOFING (1984) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-4441

KON KAST PRODUCTS (2005) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1423

KAMCO INSTALLATIONS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-3934

KELOWNA STEEL FABRICATORS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-5117

KONE INC. KELOWNA | 250-491-1838

KAMI CARPETS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-7787

KEMP CONCRETE PRODUCTS KAMLOOPS | 374-1552

KOOTENAY A-PLUS SYSTEMS TRAIL | 250-368-9253

KAMLOOPS ALARM LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-2577

KENTASH HOLDINGS LTD. SUMMERLAND | 250-488-1375

KAMLOOPS CUSTOM WOODWORKS KAMLOOPS | 250-376-5577

KIMBERLEY ELECTRIC KIMBERLEY | 250-427-5115

KAMLOOPS TILE WORKS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-1300

KIMCO CONTROLS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-2282

KELDON ELECTRIC & DATA LTD. KELOWNA | 250861-4255

KING CREEK ENTERPRISES LTD. CRESTON | 250-428-9498

KELDON ELECTRIC & DATA LTD. PENTICTON | 250-493-7177

KM CONTRACTING ( R1310 HOLDINGS LTD.) KAMLOOPS | 319-7276

KELMONT CONSTRUCTION WEST KELOWNA | 768-3440

KNIGHT’S GATE PROPERTIES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-878-8090

L & S CONTRACTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-2331

KELOWNA LITE KAST KELOWNA | 250-491-8425

KNOX FIRE PROTECTION INC. KELOWNA | 250-979-1616

LAING ROOFING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-3866

KELOWNA READY MIX INC. KELOWNA | 250-762-2211

KODIAK DRYWALL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-3033

LANDMARK MECHANICAL INSTALL. LTD. FRUITVALE | 250-367-9903

KOOTENAY SPRINKLER INSTALLATIONS INC. YMIR | 250-357-0033 KPMG MSLP KELOWNA | 250-979-7150 K-ROD STEEL LTD A DIV OF VARSTEEL LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-5253 KRUEGER ELECTRICAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-3905 K-WEST COMMERCIAL FLOORING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-575-3613

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MAPLE REINDERS INC. KELOWNA | 250-765-8892

M & K PLUMBING & HEATING CO. LIMITED CRANBROOK | 250-426-7448

LEAVITT MACHINERY KELOWNA | 250-762-8480

MARQUARDT MECHANICAL (BC) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-2770

M & K READY MIX LTD. VERNON | 250-545-7238

LEDCOR CONSTRUCTION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-2991

MARSHALL LANDSCAPES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-573-4114

M. WEISS MASONRY INC. KELOWNA | 250-762-7259

LENNOX INDUSTRIES CANADA LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 768-4460

MARSON MECHANICAL LTD. CHASE | 250-319-0359

M3 STEEL (KAMLOOPS ) LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-1074

LILLOOET CONTRACTING LTD. LILLOOET | 250-256-7669

MARTECH ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS LTD. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-2115

MACKAY LLP KELOWNA | 250-763-5021

LITTCO INSULATION AND DRYWALL KELOWNA | 250-765-6444

MARVELOUS IDEAS CONTRACTING LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-258-8728

MADDOCKS CONSTRUCTION LTD. ARMSTRONG | 250-546-9551

LIVING KITCHENS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-1846

MAXIMUM WATERWORK – 0864543 BC LTD. ST ALBERT | 780-459-6393

MADGE CONTRACTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1180

LNB CONSTRUCTION INC. MERRITT | 250-378-4524

MBE CONTRACTING KELOWNA | 250-878-0112

MAGLIO BUILDING CENTER NELSON | 250-352-6661

LONG’S FLOORALL LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-0627

MCGREGOR & THOMPSON HARDWARE KELOWNA | 250-860-6282

MAILEY DEVELOPMENTS (2007) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-801-2856

LORIC CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 828-6785

MCN MECHANICAL KELOWNA | 250-861-9214

MALONEY CONTRACTORS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-769-2395

LUTCOR COLDSTREAM | 250-241-0055 LYNX BRAND FENCE PRODUCTS (2004) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1468

SICA Members

LAWRENCE ENTERPRISES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-9860

MCNIVEN MASONRY KELOWNA | 250-765-7042

MANX PROFESSIONAL FLOORING SERVICES INC. KELOWNA | 250-763-1085

MDG CONTRACTING SERVICES INC. INVERMERE | 250-342-6845

Medical & Industrial Gas Piping Systems

COMMERCIAL & INSTITUTIONAL # 1-1551 Sutherland Avenue Kelowna BC V1Y 9M9 Phone: (250) 763-2770 Fax: (250) 763-2717

MARK JONES Tel: (250) 319-0359 #2-2900 Rawson Road

“Exceeding expectations since 1982”

McGREGOR GROUP

McGregor McGregor McGregor McGregor

1420 Hunter Court Kelowna, BC V1X 6E6 kscott@mcgregor-thompson.com

& Thompson Hardware LTD. Hardware Distribution Hardware Distributors INC. Door and Hardware Tel: 250.860.6282 Fax: 250.860.7743 www.mcgregor-thompson.com

BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS SINCE 1964.

Calgary • Kelowna • Nanaimo • Seattle • Vancouver • Victoria

Chase, BC V0E 1M2

Fax: 1-888-741-0192 mjones@marsonmechanical.com

midvalley sheet metal Residential • Commercial Institutional Heating Air Conditioning & Ventilation Systems Phone (250) 765-8688 Fax (250) 765-3933 965 McCurdy Road, Kelowna BC V1X 2P9 Email: info@midvalley.ca Website: www.midvalley.ca

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MERTION EXCAVATING LTD. VERNON | 250-5429394

MIDWEST FIRE PREVENTION SORRENTO | 250-675-3404

MIBROC DEVELOPMENTS INC. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-0224

MJB WALL & CEILING LTD. KELOWNA | 765-7051

MERANTI DEVELOPMENTS LTD. SUN PEAS | 250-852-1708

MID CITY ROOFING SHEET METAL (2008) LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250376-7663

MMCD ASSOCIATION VANCOUVER | 604-681-0295

MERCURY STEEL LTD. CALGARY, | 800-661-1613

MID KAM INSTALLATIONS LTD. VERNON | 250-542-8407

MERIDIAN WOOD TECHNOLOGIES EDMONTON | 780-488-0199

MIDVALLEY SHEET METAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-8688

MEADOWLARK HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING (2007) LTD. OKANAGAN FALLS | 250-488-8355 MEIKLEJOHN ARCHITECTS INC. PENTICTON | 250-492-3143

MODERN PAINT & FLOORS KELOWNA | 250-860-2444

SICA Members

MODERN PUR AIR KELOWNA | 250-765-6828 MOLD SQUAD RESTORATION & CONSTRUCTION KELOWNA | 250-317-6493 MORRISON INSULATION LTD. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-5255 MOUNTAIN VIEW ELECTRIC LTD. ENDERBY | 250838-6455 MQN ARCHITECTS VERNON | 250-542-1199 MUELLER CONSTRUTION INC. REVELSTOKE | 250-837-2724 MUELLER ELECTRIC DIV II LTD. WILLIAMS LAKE | 250-398-8875 MULTI EXTERIORS LTD. ABBOTSFORD | 604-504-5800 MVS CONSTRUCTION LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-426-0630 MYRON’S DOOR & GATE SYSTEMS INC (KEL) KELOWNA | 250-860-0516

MARC PELLETIER Operations Manager

2200 Theatre Rd. P.O. Box 466 CRANBROOK, B.C. V1C 4H9 BUS: 426-7205 FAX: 426-7841 CELL: 426-9562 email: mpelletier@bablacktopcbk.bc.ca

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NEXBUILD CONSTRUCTION KAMLOOPS | 250-573-2103

NORSON CONSTRUCTION

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NIELSEN ROOFING & SHEET METAL LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-3916

NORTHERN HARDWARE LTD.

N & H CONTRACTING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-1323

NIGEL’S ELECTRICAL SERVICE AND DESIGN SUMMERLAND | 250-488-2401

NORTHERN TRAILER LTD.

NATIONAL CONCRETE ACCESSORIES KELOWNA | 250-717-1616

NIGHTINGALE ELECTRIC RICHMOND | 250-550-0217

KELOWNA | 765-1349

NATIONAL CONCRETE ACCESSORIES KAMLOOPS | 250-374-6295

NILS SELNES CONTRACTING KELOWNA | 250-861-5881

NETWORK BONDING &

NIXON WENGER LEGAL

INSURANCE SERVICES INC. VANCOUVER | 604-294-1236

SERVICES PARTNERSHIP VERNON | 250-542-5353

NEW CENTURY VENTILATION LTD. KELOWNA | 250861-4305

NORBERG TRUSS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-2522

NEW DAWN DEVELOPMENTS LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-489-1519

NORELCO CABINETS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-2121

NEWPORT STRUCTURES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250 374 3900

NORGAARD READY-MIX LTD. MERRITT | 250-378-5124

KELOWNA | 250-769-9324

KELOWNA | 250-491-3363

A DIV. OF HORIZON NORTH CAMP

NORTHERN TRAILER LTD. DIV. NORTH CAMP CATERING

SICA Members

MYRON’S DOOR & GATE SYSTEMS INC (KAM) KAMLOOPS | 374-5655

KAMLOOPS | 828-2644 NUFLOORS KELOWNA KELOWNA | 250-762-3422

O O.K. EXCAVATING (DIV. OF GREEN LEAF ENT. LTD.) KELOWNA | 250-765-4902 OK BUILDERS SUPPLIES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-3622

EXCAVATING

Don’t Get Burned

LTD.

1030 Dillworth Road Sorrento, BC V0E 2W0

s #ONTRACTING s ,AND $EVELOPMENT

TONY DABURGER PHONE: (250) 675-5018 FAX: (250) 675-5013

Fire Hydrant Inspection and Flow Testing • Complete Installations • Service – Inspections • Light Industrial • Residential – Commercial • Backflow Testing • Geo Thermal Installations Darwin Davey 9031-80th Ave SW Salmon Arm, BC V1E 3C5

Bus. Tel./Fax: (250) 833-0994 Cellular: 804-1984 24 Hour Emergency Service

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OK MECHANICAL LTD. LAKE COUNTRY | 250-766-4844

ON-Q PAINT & RESTORATION KAMLOOPS | 250-318-1198

PEOPLES INSULATION KELOWNA | 250-491-3177

OK PROJECT SOLUTIONS KELOWNA | 250-878-5292

ONWARD INDUSTRIES KELOWNA | 250-808-2382

PERFORMAX PAINTING LTD. KELOWNA | 870-6662

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OKANAGAN AGGREGATES LTD. ARMSTRONG | 250546-3088

PETERS BROS CONST. (BC UNDERGROUND) KELOWNA | 250-765-9601

P.J.S. SYSTEMS INC. BURNABY | 604-678-8481

OKANAGAN AUDIO LAB LTD. VERNON | 250-542-1686

PETROCOM CONSTRUCTION LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 778-754-0030

PACIFIC RIM SERVICES ABBOTSFORD | 604-504-0988

SICA Members

OKANAGAN CAULKING & SEALANTS KELOWNA | 250-470-3827

PHH ARC ENVIRONMENTAL KELOWNA | 250-491-9111

PACIFIC ROOF CENTRE INC. KELOWNA | 250-717-0081

OKANAGAN DRYWALL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-769-0187

PACIFIC WEST SYSTEMS SUPPLY LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-7008

OKANAGAN FIRE PROTECTION SERVICES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-0660

PACIFIC WESTERN FIRE PROTECTION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-3473

OKANAGAN PLUMBING & GAS FITTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-4505

PARADISE CLIMATE CONTROLS INC. KALEDEN | 250-809-0600

PIHL LAW CORPORATION KELOWNA | 250-762-5434 PINECREST CONSTRUCTION LTD. ARMSTRONG | 250-549-0297 PIPE AND PILING SUPPLIES (BC) LTD. PORT COQUITLAM | 604-942-6311

OKANAGAN VALLEY

PARASTONE DEVELOPMENTS LTD. FERNIE | 250-423-4136

PIPE DREAMS FIRE PROTECTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-682-3388

MASONRY & STONE WORKS LTD. WINFIELD | 250-870-1465

PASHCO BLASTING LTD. KNUTSFORD | 372-3633

PITTMAN CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 554-3307

OLYMPIC ROOFING LTD. PORT COQUITLAM | 604-690-8654

PCL CONSTRUCTORS WESTCOAST INC. KELOWNA | 250-868-8394

PLOUTOS ENTERPRISES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-7740

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RESIDENTIAL INDUSTRIAL 6280 - Meadowland Cres. North, Kamloops B.C. V2C5J1 Phone: 778-469-1273 Fax: 778-469-1274 Cell: 250-214-3473 E-mail: dmcямБre@shaw.ca

POWER PAVING LTD. NELSON | 250-551-6141 POWER VAC SERVICES SUMMERLAND | 250-404-4255 POWERCO CANADA INC. CALGARY | 877-252-6565 POWERTREND ELECTRIC PENTICTON | 250-809-1767 PREMIER PLBG. & HTG. LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-489-4131 PREMIUM SPRAY PRODUCTS CANADA LP KELOWNA | 250-826-0655 PRICES TROJAN ALARMS KELOWNA | 250-861-8088 PRO CRETE LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-2350 PRO WEST INTERIORS BC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-717-3384 PROGRESS DESIGN & PAINTING LTD. COQUITLAM | 250-535-1344 PRONTO ENTERPRISES LTD. KAMLOOPS | 372-9644 PROSPECT ELECTRIC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-868-7670

RITE-WAY FENCING INC. KAMLOOPS | 314-9569

R R & R REINFORCING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-2077

ROSSLAND MECHANICAL LTD. ROSSLAND | 250-362-5222

R&G MECHANICAL CONTRACTORS KELOWNA | 250-317-8438

RPI ELECTRICAL SERVICES LONE BUTTE | 250-706-7476

R&R ELECTRIC (0695435 BC LTD.) KAMLOOPS | 250-319-2184

RUTLAND GLASS (1994) LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-9400

R.A. BRUCE & ASSOCIATES INC. KELOWNA | 250-491-9210

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R.S. FOUNDATION SYSTEMS LTD. CALGARY | 403-569-6986

SICA Members

POWER DRYWALL INTERIOR LTD. PENTICTON | 250-493-1380

S&K FORMING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-7535

RADIAN MECHANICAL INC. KELOWNA | 250-861-4636

S.J. PASECHNIK & SON (1997) LTD. VERNON | 250-542-8133

RAMBOW MECHANICAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-8999

SAENGER ENTERPRISES LTD. FOREST GROVE | 250-393-2427

RAMCO FLOOR & TILE KELOWNA | 250-860-2277

SALVADOR READY MIX LP CRANBROOK | 250-426-7283

RAVEN GLASS LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-454-9650

SAWCHUK DEVELOPMENTS CO. LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-3838

REDBUILT LLC KELOWNA | 250-212-6864

SCHOOL DISTRICT #23 –

REFRIGERATIVE SUPPLY LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-3114

CENTRAL OKANAGAN KELOWNA | 250-491-4000

REGENCY PAINTING INC. PENTICTON | 250-460-2709

SCHOOL DISTRICT #5 SOUTHEAST KOOTENAY CRANBROOK | 250-417-2054

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REVELSTOKE MOUNTAIN HOMES LTD. REVELSTOKE | 250-837-4408

QUALICO PAINTING PEACHLAND | 250-868-6002

RICHETTI MARBLE TILE LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-707-3828

SCHOOL DISTRICT #53 OLIVER | 250-498-3481

QUANTUS ELECTRIC LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-9050

RIEMANN PAINTING (2003) INC. CRANBROOK | 250-426-6597

SCHOOL DISTRICT #67 – OKANAGAN SKAHA PENTICTON | 250-770-7700

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SCHOOL DISTRICT #83 SALMON ARM | 250-832-9415

SILVER SPRINGS VENTURE (1994) LTD.

SCOTT ALAN PLUMBING KELOWNA | 778-753-1101

SILVER SPUR CONSTRUCTION LTD.

SCOTT CONSTRUCTION LTD. VANCOUVER | 604-874-8228

SMITH MILLWORK LTD.

SCOTT EXCAVATING WEST KELOWNA | 250768-1118

SOUTH CENTRAL ELECTRIC LTD.

SCUKA ENTERPRISES LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-0136

SOUTH OKANAGAN

KELOWNA | 860-3047

PRITCHARD | 250 371 3413

SPECIALTY SURFACES INC. VERNON | 250-938-1256 SPH CONSULTANCY INC. KAMLOOPS | 250-314-6555 SRM CONCRETE SUMMERLAND | 250-494-9889

KELOWNA | 250-451-9703

STANDARD ROOFING CORPORATION SALMON ARM | 1+250-833-1992

SALMON ARM | 250-833-6985

STBR CONSULTING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-979-8260

CONCRETE PRODUCTS LTD. SECURE-RITE MOBILE STORAGE INC. KELOWNA | 250-861-3955

STEEL-CRAFT DOOR PRODUCTS LTD. KELOWNA | 765-4765

OSOYOOS | 250-495-7556 SOUTHERN INTERIOR FIRE PROTECTION LTD.

SELECT WINDOW FASHIONS KELOWNA | 778-753-5970

STEELS INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS KAMLOOPS | 374-3151

VERNON | 250260-7880

SELKIRK MECHANICAL LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-769-6626

SOUTHGATE ELECTRIC LTD.

STEELS INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-9000

KAMLOOPS | 828-2206 SOUTHWEST GLASS LTD.

SHANAHAN’S LTD. KELOWNA | 250765-5255

STEMMER ENTERPRISES LTD. SALMON ARM | 250-832-7357

KAMLOOPS | 250-374-5303

SHOEMAKER DRYWALL SUPPLIES KELOWNA | 250-491-7570

SPEARHEAD TIMBERWORKS

SIERRA LANDSCAPING LTD. WINFIELD | 250-212-4700

SPECIALTY MACHINE WORKS LTD.

STEWART MORTGAGE CORP. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-1995

NELSON | 250-825-4300

PENTICTON | 250-493-4310

a division of Okanagan Aggregates Ltd.

READY MIXED CONCRETE • Free Estimates • Form Rentals • Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) • Concrete Inter Locking Blocks

• Concrete Pumping • Gravel Products • Concrete Accessories

STICKS AND STONES DESIGN GROUP KELOWNA | 250-712-9282

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We offer outstanding personal service and quality in the areas of: DIRECTORIES TRADE PUBLICATIONS ADVERTISING DESIGN & LAYOUT QUALIFIED SALES & EDITORIAL TEAM

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TWIN RIVER Plumbing & Heating (1985) Co. Ltd. 227 Leigh Road, Kamloops, BC V2B 2L7 BRIAN HENNING Email: twinriver@telus.net

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Bus: 250-376-0221 Fax: 250-376-7249

201-2079 20 1-2079 F Falcon alcon R Road oad | K Kamloops, amloops, BC | V2C 4J2 t: 250.828.0881 | f: 250.82 250.828.0717 28.0717 | www www.true.bc.ca .true.bc.ca ENGINEERING PLANN PLANNING NING URBAN DESIGN

STONEGATE STUCCO LTD. WEST KELOWNA | 250-769-4987

SWAN LAKE HOLDINGS LTD.

TECHLECTRIC CONSTRUCTION CO. LTD.

VERNON | 250-542-7614

SALMON ARM | 250-833-4272

STRAIGHT LINE CONTRACTING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-319-0635

SYSTEMATIC MILL INSTALLATIONS LTD.

TECHLECTRIC CONSTRUCTION

KELOWNA | 250-765-0028

CO. LTD – EKO BRANCH

STRATHCONA MECHANICAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-3879

T

TED’S KELOWNA MASONRY LTD. T.A. RENDEK & ASSOCIATES LTD. CRESTON | 250-428-9445

STRYCK DESIGN STUDIO NELSON | 250-352-7431

T.D. EXCAVATING LTD.

STUART OLSON DOMINION CONSTRUCTION LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-2798

T-1 STEEL ERECTORS LTD.

SUN VALLEY PAINTING & DECORATING CORP. KAMLOOPS | 372-0027

SORRENTO | 250-318-0150

KELOWNA | 250-491-9132

KELOWNA | 250-864-0196 TERRACOM SYSTEMS LTD. PEACHLAND | 250-767-3272 TERRY’S MASONRY AND RENOVATIONS KAMLOOPS | 250-319-6418 TGC CONSULTING LTD.

T118 ENTERPRISES LTD.

WINFIELD | 250-766-4110

KELOWNA | 250-769-2903

THE CAT RENTAL STORE

TASK CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT INC.

KELOWNA | 250-860-3510

SUN VALLEY ROOFING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-1900

BURNABY | 604-433-8275

SUNCO DRYWALL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-807-2270

MANAGEMENT(1981) LTD.

THERMO DESIGN INSULATION LTD.

KELOWNA | 250-868-8326

WEST KELOWNA | 778-754-5670

TEAM CONSTRUCTION

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SICA Members

STRUCTURLAM PRODUCTS LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-8912

SALMON ARM | 250-409-9399

THE MISSION GROUP KELOWNA | 250-448-8810

Abbotsford 604.504.1703

Kelowna 250.765.5186

Cranbrook 250.489.3384

Langley 604.513.4300

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THOMPSON VALLEY ROOFING KAMLOOPS | 250-851-5269 THOMPSON VALLEY PAINTING CONTRACTORS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-9923

TIN CRAFT HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING LTD. CRANBROOK | 250-919-3517 TITAN PACIFIC CONTRACTING INC. SUMMERLAND | 250-404-0196

THUNDER HILL SAND & GRAVEL CANAL FLATS | 250-349-5275

TKI CONSTRUCTION KELOWNA | 250-448-5562

THYSSENKRUPP ELEVATOR (CANADA) LIMITED KELOWNA | 250-763-2804

TNC EXCAVATING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-0800

SICA Members

TIMBER LINE MILL CONSTRUCTION NELSON | 250-825-9607

TOMNOR HVAC REFRIGERATION & CONTROLS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-7407

TOMTAR ROOFING & SHEET METAL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-8122 TOP 40 WOODWORKS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-9002 TOP GUN PAINTING LTD. LUMBY | 250-547-0166 TOPLINE VEHICLE CENTRE LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-7899 TRAIL ROOFING LTD. TRAIL | 250-364-2900 TRANE KELOWNA | 250-491-4600 TRAVELERS CANADA VANCOUVER | 800-955-9431

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TRI CITY CONTRACTING (BC) LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-5576 TRIGGS ENGINEERING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-372-3687 TRILAR FIRE PROTECTION SUMMERLAND | 250-494-4491 TRI-WEST FENCE & GATE LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-4445 TRI-WIK FIRE PROTECTION INC. KELOWNA | 868-2311 TRUE CONSTRUCTION LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-573-4631 TRUE CONSULTING GROUP – KAMLOOPS KAMLOOPS | 250-828-0881

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TURN-KEY CONTROLS LTD. VERNON | 250-549-4753

VANBOTS CONSTRUCTION

TWIN RIVER PLUMBING & HEATING KAMLOOPS | 376-0221

VAN-KEL IRRIGATION A DIV EMCO

TWIN RIVERS CONTROLS LTD. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-2009

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VENTURE MECHANICAL SYSTEMS LTD. CASTLEGAR | 250-365-4999

RICHMOND | 250-852-7154

CORPORATION

VERNON PAVING LTD. VERNON | 250-546-3163 VILLAGE GREEN HOTEL VERNON | 250-542-3321

KELOWNA | 250-762-3180 VECTOR PROJECTS GROUP LTD. KELOWNA | 250-763-1013

VVI CONSTRUCTION LTD (VIC VAN ISLE) REVELSTOKE | 250-837-2919

UNITED FLOORS KAMLOOPS | 250-374-1223 UNITED RENTALS KAMLOOPS | 250-374-8818

SICA Members

UNICON CONCRETE SOLUTIONS EDMONTON | 780-455-3737 National Concrete Accessories offers a wide range of quality construction products to help in your most demanding projects. We can supply your project with products such as: Abrasives, sprayers, Concrete color, waterproofing, concrete patching and much more. Call us in our Kelowna or Kamloops branch locations for fast, informative service.

UNIVERSAL SOLAR FILMS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-712-9818 URBAN APPEAL LANDSCAPING LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-318-5604 URBAN CONTRACTORS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-215-8006 URBAN SYSTEMS LTD. KELOWNA | 250-762-2517

• Forming Accessories • Masonry Accessories

URBAN SYSTEMS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-374-8311

• Grout • Sealants • Admistures • Fasteners

V

• Water Proofing • Rockbolts • Water Stops

• Concrete Floor Sealers, Hardeners, Repair Products • Power Tools • Rentals • Insulation • Adhesives

VALCON DRYWALL LTD. KELOWNA | 250-764-8090 VALLEY CURBING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-860-8742 VALLEY PLUMBING & VALLEY HEATING KELOWNA | 250-491-0680

Kelowna 1948 Dayton Street Ph: 250-717-1616

Kamloops 855 Laval Crescent Ph: 250-374-6295

Toll Free: 1-888-777-9272

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WESTBURNE ELECTRIC SUPPLY CRANBROOK | 250-426-6263

WILCO CONTRACTORS NORTHWEST INC. EDMONTON | 780-447-1199

WALLS N’ STUFF GENERAL CONTRACTING LTD. PENTICTON | 250-492-0531

WESTBURNE ELECTRIC SUPPLY (BC) – KAM KAMLOOPS | 250-374-1331

WARNAAR STEEL TECH LTD. KELOWNA | 250-765-8800

WESTERN FINANCIAL GROUP (NETWORK) INC. KELOWNA | 250-762-2217

WILDSTONE CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING LTD. PENTICTON | 250493-3947

WATERKIND CONSULTING SERVICE LTD. KELOWNA | 778-478-9840

WESTERN INDUSTRIAL CONTRACTORS – CASTLEGAR CASTLEGAR | 250-365-0317

SICA Members

WCG INTERNATIONAL HR SOLUTIONS VICTORIA | 250-4914287 WEILAND CONSTRUCTION (590590 BC LTD) NELSON | 250-825-9575 WELLS DRYWALL ACOUSTICS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 250-371-7048

WESTERN ONE RENTALS & SALES BURNABY | 250-869-5065

WINN RENTALS KELOWNA | 250-491-1991 WINTER PLUMBING & HEATING LTD. KELOWNA | 250-491-2106

WESTERN ROOFING MASTER ROOFERS LTD. KAMLOOPS | 374-0154 WESTPORT MFG. CO. LTD. VANCOUVER | 604-261-9326

WESCO CASTLEGAR | 250-365-0545

WILSON M. BECK INSURANCE SERVICES (KELOWNA) INC. KELOWNA | 250-763-3840

WOLSELEY MECHANICAL KAMLOOPS | 250-374-7711 WOLSELEY MECHANICAL GROUP CRANBROOK | 250-489-3384

WESCO DISTRIBUTION – CANADA INC. KELOWNA | 250-862-8200

WESTSIDE TILE DIVISION OF 575266 B.C. LTD. KELOWNA | 250-861-9099

WOLSELEY MECHANICAL GROUP KELOWNA | 250-860-4991

WESCO DISTRIBUTION CANADA INC. KAMLOOPS | 374-2112

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WOLSELEY WATERWORKS GROUP – CENTRAL WATER & SEWER KELOWNA | 250-765-5186

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Member Testimonials “There are a ton of pluses of having membership in SICA. One that really stands out for STBR is the networking, the whole collection of experts that you can turn to if you have a question about anything in the industry.

Of course you might be at a SICA golf tournament, but you’re still talking shop with a membership and a board that are included in your industry circle. Another plus is the opportunity to continually learn.

You’re sitting among the best minds in the area for construction and exposed to leaders and learning on an ongoing basis. ”

“When Wildstone first joined SICA we were concerned that the Online Planroom project list was missing projects that were available for bidding.

The planroom project list is now comprehensive and seldom missing public tenders available for bidding – ‘this can be credited to good work by SICA staff’.”

– Terry Brown, STBR

– Jim Morrison, P.Eng, GSC, Wildstone Construction Ltd.

“Our main reasons’ for being SICA members are the many networking events they host, and the use of the online Plansroom helps us stay on top of new construction projects.”

“Vernon Paving uses all the SICA services. SICA is always at the forefront of the industry – whether it is for our rights or for safety training, for our business or our employees, SICA fills an invaluable need for our company.”

– Troy Doell, Big Steel Box

– Jody Bridge, Vernon Paving

“A SICA membership gives us a resource for commercial construction challenges and allows great interaction with the trades. We use the BidCentral Online Plansroom for checking projects and letting trades know to get their prices to us.

As well, we have utilized SICA’s safety services especially the purchasing of a safety program.”

– Tim Krogh, TKI Construction 94

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“Enjoyed the workshop in Castlegar – good info provided, very helpful."

– Dave Douglas School District #08

“Becoming a member of SICA has provided us with a direct connection to the industry and CCA Members that we wouldn’t otherwise have. As our company expands into the realm of projects and construction in the B.C. Interior, our affiliation with the network(s) that drive our industry was an easy choice to make!

We are very excited to have joined the SICA family, it’s just good business.”

– Len Palik, Projects Manager, Black and McDonald Ltd., Projects and Construction, Kelowna, BC

“We joined for educational and professional development opportunities.”

– Rod Gobelle, P.Eng TRUE Consulting Group

Adam and I thoroughly enjoyed the CCO Workshop. The theme of collaboration with the owner, consultant, and contractor groups was a great idea and is key to successful projects in our industry. We were very impressed with how well it was coordinated and the high level of industry representation.

"SICA and Debbie Hicks really helped out my client and the West Kootenay region when she planned a special trip to put on a half-day Tendering Basics seminar for Nakusp area contractors. Debbie made a special trip to the area to assist local construction industry players with the newest issues in tendering, online bidding, and the latest Tender Law matters. I was really impressed and the meeting was well attended.

Thanks again, SICA!” – Trevor Shephard, P.Eng., Delterra Engineering Ltd.

–John-Erik Grain, Kal Tire

“Whenever I am asking myself the question about justifying membership in SICA, I consider what would be lost to all of us in this industry if SICA did not exist.

That would mean there would be no voice for us as a group with all of the various government authorities who try to control our businesses.

Many of these fights (e.g. WCB) directly affect your direct costs to be in business. These activities (SICA’s advocacy work) allow you to make full use of your time carrying on your business activities, while still having the many details, which could affect your business, handled for you. In some cases, you may not even become aware of a potentially detrimental issue because the construction associations’ activities have stopped it before it becomes government policy. The cost of membership is cheap compared to the costs which all of us could incur if no one paid attention to these issues…

“SICA has been fantastic.

Great for networking with my existing clients and also great to meet new people. For our company membership is not so much about the Plansroom or anything, just the great contacts in a great organization.”

– John Diduch, MacKay LLP

… A catchword these days is “networking”. While it may not have been called that in the past, it has always been a basic activity undertaken by (businesses like yours) to acquire and maintain connections with current and potential customers. As a member, you are given a chance to communicate as a peer to these businesses.

There are members who make a point of supporting those who see the value of SICA’s activities.”

– Richard Owen, Interior Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

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MACCID CONSULTING LTD. MacDonald Construction, Inspection & Development Services.

Grant MacDonald Direct Line: 250-809-6820.

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Columbia Valley Transmission Project (CVT)

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The Columbia Valley Transmission Project (CVT) by BC Hydro is the most significant investment in the upper Columbia Valley’s electrical system in almost 50 years. This project will provide the region with a reliable supply of clean electricity needed to meet current demands as well as power the future economic development in the region.

We are grateful for the opportunity to be a part of this much needed project. As an experienced Power Industrial Contractor, we bring our past experience from over 70 substations to the CVT project. FMI is actively involved in working together with local businesses and First Nations to bring economic benefit to the region.

FMI continues to look forward to being a part of helping communities across the province as we build towards a better, cleaner future for everyone.

Efficient Contracting, Innovative People

Supplying products communities are built on.

The Langley Concrete Group of Companies supplies a complete line of precast concrete products for use in the construction of underground civil infrastructure systems.

Knowledge Products Ability Experience

In addition we produce a range of proven systems for the treatment of storm water effluent, detention and oil water separation.

Call our offices to discuss your requirements with our experienced sales and production team. We will work with you to achieve a cost effective, value driven solution for the long term needs of the community infrastructure.

The Langley Concrete Group of Companies 20152 Logan Ave., Langley, B.C. V3A 4L6 Phone: 604-533-1656 Toll Free: 1-800-667-9600 E-mail: info@langleyconcretegroup.com

Concrete pipe Box culverts Manholes

Stormceptor Oil water separators PVC Lined products

Perforated pipe Catch basins Custom Precast SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEW 2011-2012

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SURVEYING LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE ENGINEERING PLANNING

Kelowna 250.869.1334

www.mmm.ca

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778-478-0556

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1834 Byland Road | West Kelowna, British Columbia | V1Z 3E5

Call us @ 250.769.7606 F: 250.769.1567 Toll Free: 1.877.769.7606 E: info@westsiderentals.ca

www.westsiderentals.ca

Beautiful Appearance, Exceptional Drainage!

See pages 92 & 93 for SICA membership information.

Future Members

ACO Drain linear drainage systems can inspire creative landscaping planning. They allow the elimination of physical barriers and can be incorporated into a wide range of designs to contrast or complement the pavement design.

The paved surface can be designed flatter, with direct influence on aesthetics while the drainage functions remain highly efficient. Outstanding!

ACO Systems, LTD (877) 226-4255 www.acocan.ca

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YOU’RE A PRO Get trained Wear safety gear Ask questions Understand the risk Understand your rights Think safety Contact us

Safety is everyone’s responsibility For construction safety information and resources visit us online at www2.worksafebc.com/Portals/Construction/Home.asp

SICA has offices in Kelowna, Kamloops, Vernon, Penticton, Castlegar, and Cranbrook, the association covers the area south of Williams Lake to the U.S. border and east of Hope to the Alberta border.

As a progressive organization, SICA strives to promote growth and education in the construction industry.

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Index to advertisers 4 Less Disposal

98

D & G Mechanical (1997) Ltd.

30

ACO Systems, Ltd.

101

DMC Fire Protection Ltd.

84

Acutruss Industries (1996) Ltd.

24

Dalgleish Construction Ltd.

82

Allmar International

18

Dannburg Interiors

74

Aplin & Martin Consultants Ltd.

70

Decor8 Painting (1990) Ltd.

64

Arcright Plumbing & Heating

70

Dependable Automatic Door & Gates

74

Argosy Construction Group Inc.

30

Dominion Pipe & Piling

75

Artistic Deck & Rail Ltd.

41

Emil Anderson Construction (EAC) Inc.

45

Ayres Fencing Installations

82

EMPAC Engineering Ltd.

41

EXP Services Inc.

77

Firesafe Sprinkler Systems Inc.

83

FMI Installations Ltd.

99

Fortis BC

19

Geometrik Manufacturing Inc.

69

Gibraltar Cable Barrier Systems

33

Glass Canada Inc.

88

Glen McKillop & Associates Inc.

40

Glendinning Insurance Services

45

Gracom

76

Graham

34

Grayco Contracting Ltd.

66

Greyback Construction Ltd.

68

Ground Source Drilling Ltd.

77

Harris Rebar

44

Harrison Industrial Contracting Ltd.

24

Houle Electric

78

Hunter Fire Protection Systems Inc.

90

Independent Supply Company Inc.

20

Inland Technical Services Ltd.

33

Interior Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

67

JC Paintworks

67

B & L Machine Shop BA Blacktop (Cranbrook)

82

B. A. Robinson Co. Ltd.

71

BAT Construction Ltd.

13

Baron Insurance Broker Group Bartle & Gibson Co. Ltd. BC Construction Industry Training Organization

25, 73 31 5

BC Construction Safety Alliance

102

BC Liberal Government Caucus

102

Bid Central / Step Program

57

Brentwood Enterprises

73

Britco LP

23

Britech HVAC

49

Burnco Ready Mix

72

C&G Insulation 2003 Ltd.

41

C&J Erectors Ltd.

73

CTQ Consultants Ltd.

49

CanCADD Reproductions & Engineering Supplies Ltd.

72

Cantex Group of Companies

73

Cap-It Kelowna Capri Insurance Services Ltd. Carbon Copy Digital

104

8

100 35 24, 84

JDS Energy & Mining Inc.

15

City of Kamloops

90

Jade Electric Ltd.

67

Combined Mechanical Contractors Ltd.

36

Jardine Lloyd Thompson Canada Inc.

67

Consbec Inc.

69

KPMG

16

Core Engineering Services Ltd.

30

Keldon Electric & Data Ltd.

Cranbrook Flooring 1999 Ltd.

73

Kemp Concrete Products

67

Cruiser Contracting Ltd.

41

Knox Fire Protection Inc.

67

Cutting Edge Woodworks Ltd.

98

Kon Kast Products (2005) Ltd.

80

SOUTHERN INTERIOR CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION

7

Kootenay Sprinkler Installations Inc. L & S Contracting Ltd.

13 80

Refrigerative Supply

53

Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia

103

Lennox Industries Canada Ltd.

100

Salvador Ready Mix Concrete LP

90

Levelton Consultants Ltd.

100

Shoemaker Drywall Supplies

32

Steels

13

Littco Enterprises Ltd. Lynx Brand M. Weiss Masonry Inc.

80 31 80

Stemmer Enterprises Ltd.

64

Strathcona Mechanical Limited

7

Stuart Olson Dominion

68

100

Sunco Drywall Ltd.

38

MacDonald Construction, Inspection & Development

98

T.D. Excavating Ltd.

83

Maddocks Construction Ltd.

69

TGC Consulting Ltd.

25

Task Construction Management

32

Team Foundation Systems Ltd.

17

M&K Ready Mix Ltd. MMM Group

15

Maple Reinders Inc.

11

Marquardt Mechanical (B.C.) Ltd.

81

Marson Mechanical Ltd.

81

McGregor & Thomspon Hardward Ltd.

81

Middleton Petroleum Services Ltd.

96

Midvalley Sheet Metal Ltd.

81

Nathan’s Stone Slinger Service

98

National Concrete Accessories

89

Nex Build Construction

91

Nielsen Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd.

91

Nightingale Electrical Ltd.

29

Nixon Wenger LLP

85

Norgaard Ready Mix Ltd.

36

Northern Trailer

51

OK Excavating

8

Okanagan Aggregates Ltd. / Associated Ready Mix Ltd.

86

Okanagan Audio Lab Ltd.

50

Okanagan Drywall Ltd.

26

Okanagan Fire Protection Services Ltd.

41

Okanagan Testing Laboratories Ltd.

83

Omega Communications Ltd. PCL Constructors West Coast Inc. PIHL Law Corporation

Techlectric Construction Co. Ltd.

89

The Cat Rental Store

84

The Langley Concrete Group

99

Thompson Valley Painting

27

Top 40 Woodworks Ltd.

50

Travelers Guarantee Company of Canada

88

Triggs Engineering Ltd.

49

Trilar Fire Protection

25

Trisura Guarantee Insurance Company

98

TRUE Consulting Group

86

Twin River Plumbing & Heating (1985) Co. Ltd.

86

Urban Contractors Ltd.

15

Valley Curbing Ltd.

26

Valley Plumbing & Heating

30

Venture Mechanical Systems Ltd.

88

Vernon Paving Ltd.

7

Village Green Hotel

39

Waterkind Consulting Service Ltd.

13

Western Financial Group

17

96, 101

Western Roofing Master Roofers Ltd.

33

OBC

Westside Equipment Sales & Rentals

100

21

Westwood Fine Cabinetry

37

Pacific Western Fire Protection

49

Wilson M. Beck Insurance Services (Kelowna) Inc.

IFC

Paradise Climate Controls Inc.

91

Winn Rentals Ltd.

48

Pipe & Piling Supplies (BC) Ltd.

14

Wolseley Waterworks Group

87

Radian Mechanical Inc.

27

Worksafe BC

Rambow Mechanical Ltd.

91

Zimmer Autosport Mercedes Benz

103 97

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