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Current / June 2021 / 2021 / In Focus / Associations

Bold New Measures for a Low-carbon Canada

Written by David Caldwell

As Canada continues to work toward a 2050 goal of net-zero carbon emissions, the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) is focused on creating a greener, more sustainable, and low-carbon building sector.

April 2020 / 2020 / In Focus / Associations

Supporting the Construction Industry

I Build America

Written by Claire Suttles

Construction professionals build our nation – literally. I Build America (IBA) works to give these men and women the recognition they deserve. The national movement instills pride in the construction industry, educates the public about the value of construction, and recruits the next generation of construction professionals.

February 2020 / 2020 / In Focus / Associations

Lifting and Moving the World

Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association

Written by Robert Hoshowsky

One of America’s oldest and most venerated trade organizations, Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association of Washington D.C. represents 1,400 members from 46 different nations. The SC&RA speaks for the industry on key issues affecting safety, profitability, and efficiency.

2019 / December 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Building the Future

ABC Rocky Mountain Chapter

Written by Allison Dempsey

As high school students across the country struggle each year with decisions about future options and different paths to follow — to attend college or university, to get a job right away, or something completely different — ABC Rocky Mountain Chapter has a few suggestions to offer. Whether just starting out, looking for a mid-career change, or transitioning from military service back to civilian life, the construction industry has a lot of positive, beneficial attributes for just about everyone.

2019 / December 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Proud and Strong – CAPA Strives to Improve and Advance Asphalt Industry

Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association (CAPA)

Written by Allison Dempsey

Dedicated to providing the most up-to-date and comprehensive information while supporting its more than 250 organization members, the nonprofit trade association Colorado Asphalt Pavement Association (CAPA) proudly represents the asphalt industry of Colorado. The “voice of the asphalt industry” throughout the state, CAPA includes producer/contractor and user organizations in 78 cities, towns, counties and special districts, who utilize the invaluable technical assistance provided by the association.

2019 / December 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Informing, Advocating, and Educating

Ontario Home Builders’ Association

Written by Robert Hoshowsky

Joe Vaccaro is a man on a mission. As Chief Executive Officer of the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) since 2013, his commitment to the housing industry is total and goes back a long way. Now his commitment includes solutions to Ontario’s growing housing crisis.

2019 / October 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Building the Foundations of Success

Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association

Written by Jesse Doehler-Knox

In life, to be successful and have a great team, a thriving business, a healthy marriage or a balanced life, one must first build a strong foundation. Across the globe, buildings tower over us, in an expression of our economic and cultural progress, and all are supported by strong, reliable, concrete foundations.

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Industry Standards, and How to Raise Them

Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada

Written by Robert Hoshowsky

Coming together in beautiful Victoria, BC in May, the National Convention of the Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada had much to celebrate – its 50^th anniversary, and its decisive intervention to boost standards in the architectural woodwork industry through the whole of North America.

2019 / July 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Raising the Roof in a Better Way

National Roofing Contractors Association

Written by Robert Hoshowsky

As one of America’s oldest and most respected trade associations, the National Roofing Contractors Association (NRCA) continually works towards elevating the profile of the roofing industry. NRCA recently took another bold step with NRCA ProCertification.™

2019 / July 2019 / In Focus / Associations

Meeting the Needs of a Changing World

LEED for Communities

Written by Samita Sakar

The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is on a mission to transform buildings and communities. Through LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), the world’s most widely used green building rating system, the organization has been helping architects, building owners, developers and more meet their sustainability goals since the 1990s.