Red Deer Construction Association
7471 Edgar Industrial Bend T4p3z5 Red Deer, AB, Canada

The 2020 Central Alberta Builder is out! Have you seen your copy yet?

Congratulations to Herman on such a great honor! As a past president of our Association, Herman is a tremendous advocate for the industry!

Today we pause to honor those who have served and sacrificed - lest we forget.

The 9th Annual Christmas Breakfast Has Been Cancelled for This Year. The RDCA Respects the Safety and Well-Being of Our Member Companies, Employees and Families and To Hold This Type of Event Under the Current Circumstances, Puts All Involved at Potential Risk. In Lieu Of Hosting This Event, The RDCA Will Be Donating to The Red Deer Food Bank and Red Deer Christmas Bureau on Behalf of Our Member Companies.

Today is National Construction Day! This year’s theme is health and safety. Help us keep our industry and community safe while building a better Canada. https://bit.ly/2G3tzjn

Capstone redevelopment achieves new milestone with first major land sale. Discover more in the News Release: www.liveincapstone.ca #CapstoneCurious

The 2020 Fall Economic Statement focused on measures aimed at building Canada out of this recession towards an economy that is cleaner, more inclusive, more innovative and more competitive. Here's what that means for Canadians and Canadian businesses: https://rsm.ca/33AcohU

Congratulations to our third and final round of scholarship recipients for 2020! Erik Hoehne - World Class Contracting Ltd. Graciano Mendoza - Postma Group Ltd Justin Owzarek - Gilmar Construction Ltd.... Nick Bridge - Independent Control Services Nolan Layden - World Class Contracting Ltd. Tom Barthel - Goodmen Roofing Not Pictured: Jake Weber - Bruin's Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

The Canadian Construction Association has launched Talent Fits Here, a campaign designed to encourage more Canadians to consider a career in construction. Find out more and view our real-life stories at https://www.talentfitshere.ca/ https://youtu.be/TYguZAKL4fg

Congratulations to Member Companies Berry Architecture + Associates & Prime Boiler!

Getting Paid & Managing Cash Flow in Construction - September 10, 2020. In this half-day workshop the Payment Process in Standard Contracts (CCDC-2 Stipulated Price Contract, CCA-1 Stipulated Price Subcontract, CCA-19 Stipulated Price Sub-Subcontract) will be reviewed along with contract language from non-standard contracts which can delay payment. Register now! http://rdca.ca/calendar/

Technology is an ever-evolving part of the Construction industry. Finding new technology that allows you to be more efficient and innovative is always important. Recently we were introduced to program called Matterport that allows you to create a 3D of an existing building and walk around the space. Have you used Matterport or similar programs on your projects? Let us know! https://youtu.be/stBNW_ME5aM

Earned Value Management - September 9, 2020. Earned Value Management (EVM) is a project planning and control approach which provides cost and schedule performance measurements. It compares actual accomplishment of scheduled work and associated cost against a baseline schedule and budget plan. Its benefits include projections of anticipated project schedule, and cost trends, and the ability to take timely corrective actions for undesired variances. EVM is one of the most powerful and productive concepts used in managing todays complex projects in private, commercial, and government environments Register now! http://www.rdca.ca/calendar/

The RDCA Scholarship Deadline is today at 4:00 PM. Dont forget to submit your application! http://www.rdca.ca///2020-RDCA-Scholarship-Application.pdf

BUILDEX Alberta Goes Virtual in 2020. #BUILDEX will be delivered 100% virtually in 2020 as part of #BuildingsWeek, brought to you by The Buildings Show and #BUI...LDEXAlberta. The joint delivery is enabling BUILDEX to provide a powerful online platform for the benefit of attendees, sponsors, speakers and exhibitors. You can expect all the benefits of a live show, plus innovative features not possible from an in-person event. Visit www.buildexalberta.com to find out more.

Microsoft Excel - Basic - September 3, 2020. In this one-day course, learn how to produce your estimates more quickly and accurately by harnessing the power of Microsoft Excel. Register Now! http://rdca.ca/calendar/

Microsoft Project - Basic - September 2, 2020. This course is intended for anyone who is new or self-taught on MS Project or those who have never used the program and would like to learn how to use it as a tool to manage their projects. Register Now! http://rdca.ca/calendar/2020-09/

The RDCA Scholarship Deadline is only weeks away - dont forget to submit your application! http://rdca.ca/education-events/scholarship/

Construction Specifications September 1, 2020. This is interactive half-day virtual seminar will cover the fundamentals of interpreting construction specifications. Register now! http://rdca.ca/calendar/2020-09/

The RDCA has a downloadable COVID-19 Safety Measure poster available to our members and industry to utilize for their offices and worksites. These posters are available in a couple of different sizes for your convenience. http://rdca.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/COVID-Posters.pdf

Join Procore and the Canadian Construction Association on August 18th, 2020 as we talk about leading change through innovation with three amazing construction... leaders on how they are reinventing workflows, supply chain structures and adopting to new realities through innovation. Register here https://proco.re/2CXwRTS Bockstael Construction Limited Multiplex Construction Reliance Construction #ProcoreCAN See more

RDCA Member Spotlight: Berry Architecture & Associates Berry Architecture + Associates is a full-service architecture firm specializing in sustainable architecture, seniors living, and educational projects. They have been in business in Red Deer since 1998 and provide architectural services to all of Alberta and, in a recent expansion, to the southeast Kootenay region of B.C. Theyre excited to continue to bring a creative and dynamic approach to architecture to their many ...clients. Focusing on their clients is a keystone of the firmtheyre approachable, authentic, and down-to-earth. They care about their clients not just their projectsand want to help them achieve their goals. Team collaboration within the office, with their clients, and with the contractor and consultant team are essential to their success in the construction industry. Berry Architecture & Associates have worked on a wide range of projects in all sectors of the industryschools, seniors lodges, multi-family residential, health care centres/hospitals, commercial (including retail, office, and industrial), recreational, municipal and government buildings, correctional facilities, and so on. They have completed several highly energy-efficient LEED certified projects and other green architecture projects. Some recent favorites for them are Westpark Middle School, 4311 Commercial Centre, Ing and McKee Insurance, Purcell Collegiate International, Central and Watkins Housing Development, Clover Bar Lodge, and Parkland Lodge. Some of their favorite things about being involved with the RDCA are networking with other industry professionals, sharing ideas and experiences for improvement of the industry, and learning about new technologies. They also appreciate the continuing education available through the association. It is important to them to support local trades and contractors to strengthen and enhance the construction industry in Red Deer and Central Alberta. www.berryarchitecture.ca . [email protected] . 403.314.4461

Looking for an update on Commercial Construction in Central Alberta. The RDCA - Mid Year Report is now available! https://issuu.com/rdca/docs/2020_mid_year_report_final

The RDCA Scholarship Fund is designed to recognize excellence and encourage participants to complete their apprenticeship training programs. The RDCA is proud to have awarded over $ 124,500 in scholarships since its inception in 2004. The deadline to apply for 2020 is next month! Dont miss out! - applications can be found at www.rdca.ca!

Showcase your company through project photos, articles, or an advertisement in the 2020 Central Alberta Builder Publication - the Official Publication of the RDCA that reaches over 2000 companies across western Canada! Contact our office for more information: [email protected] http://rdca.ca/wp-conte/uploads/2020//Publication-2019.pdf

Get to know our members! @ChandosConstruction won the 2020 Project of the Year for the Renovation/Tenant Improvement Category for their work on the @StPatsRD School Modernization.

Keep an eye out the next few weeks for the RDCA Mid-Year Report. Get information on the breakdown of projects and membership for the first half of 2020!

Did you know the ACSA-Alberta Construction Safety Association is offering CSTS 2020 for FREE for the remainder of the year?! Check out www.youracsa.ca for more information or to upgrade now!

Happy Canada Day!

RDCA has a number of industry specific virtual instructor led courses scheduled over the summer to help upgrade your teams skills and knowledge! Get course information at http://www.rdca.ca/calendar/

Still adjusting to the new BuildWorks Canada platform? Heres a quick tutorial to get you started! #wheretheworkis https://youtu.be/EeJhrxtKuo4

Dont forget the RDCA Scholarship Application Deadline is August 26! http://www.rdca.ca///2020-RDCA-Scholarship-Application.pdf

The RDCA 2020 Golf Classic Registration is NOW OPEN! To reserve your teams spot head to www.rdca.ca or contact our office!

#Congratulations to all the incredible #women who were recognized at tonights #Women of #Excellence #Gala. You are all true #pillars of our community. We are also proud to acknowledge both ladies nominated for tonights Women in Construction Award; Natalie Patze and Lou-Anne Winship; their commitment to our community and industry is truly appreciated. A special congratulations to Natalie Paetz of @laurkaunhomes the award recipient for tonight! We salute you ladies! We look forward to acknowledging all the amazing women in our industry now and in the future! #WE2020 Larkaun Homes Ltd. Craftsman Exteriors

#YourACSA is pleased to co-sponsor the Return to Work: Workplace Reboot 2.0 webinar hosted by the Alberta Municipal Health and Safety Association (AMHSA). This ...complimentary webinar can provide you with insights on how to proactively protect and support your employees #mentalhealth as they reintegrate into the workplace. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/3dOZWOp

Lou-Anne Winship, nominee in Construction Lou-Anne Winship moved with her fianc and four beautiful children to Red Deer in 2012. Lou-Anne is the marketing, off...ice administration and face of Craftsman Exteriors and serves as the leader of Corridor Chapter of Red Deers Local Business Networking International Group. When she is not growing their construction business and networking, she volunteers her time to the various activities her children participate in, and avidly opens up her home and arms to welcome exchange students from all over the world. Whether its bowling, Judo, or Cadets, Lou-Anne is always willing to lend and a hand, and goes above and beyond for those who have the pleasure of knowing her. See more

Natalie Paetz , Nominee Construction Natalie Paetz co-founded Larkaun Homes at the age of 20 years old and has continued to build Larkaun Homes over the last 17... year to be one of the most decorated and established home building companies in Central Alberta. Not only is Natalie a dynamic businesswoman, she is a dedicated mother of two young kids, ages 4 and 2, and a wife. Over the years, Natalie has enriched the Central Alberta community by being involved with such initiative as the Red Deer Kinsmen Dream Home, Incoming President, President and Outgoing President with BILD-Central Alberta among other charitable causes and organizations. #rddcf #woe2020 #virtuallyunstoppable See more

A big congratulations to Natalie Paetz of Larkaun Homes Ltd. and Lou-Anne Winship of Craftsman Exteriors for their nominations for the 2020 Women of Excellence Awards in construction! Even though the nomination night and awards evening will be a little different this year these ladies deserve some recognition for their contributions to our industry and community! #WE2020

The RDCAs 2020 Scholarship Award Application Process is now Open! Deadline to apply for 2020 has been extended to August 26, applications can be found at www.rdca.ca! #rdcabuilds #scholarship #freemoney

Remembering (at a distance) those injured, disabled, or who lost their lives due to workplace injury or illness for the Annual Day of Mourning.