What heavy construction operators need to know about owner-controlled insurance programs Although owner-controlled insurance programs (OCIP) have been around for decades they have not been used very often in Saskatchewan, despite their many benefits. “When structured properly, an OCIP best protects the interests of everyone on the project,” said Greg van Ginkel, a managing partner […]
Construction activity in Saskatchewan has remained at historically high levels, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. There were 151,282 requests for line locates in 2020, a close to seven per cent increase from the previous year, and about 700 contacts with underground facilities. The Saskatchewan Common Ground Alliance (SCGA) and its 95 members – which include […]
Indigenous students are an important part of Saskatchewan Polytechnic’s community Saskatchewan Polytechnic is committed to the renewal of relationships — miyo wahkohtowin — with our Indigenous communities. Since 2013, Sask Polytech has celebrated Indigenous student success every month by sharing a role model story on its annual calendar, on saskpolytech.ca and through social media. Over […]
New self-serve system delivers quicker, more efficient service to apprentices, tradespeople and employers In response to requests from apprentices and employers, the Saskatchewan Apprenticeship and Trade Certification Commission (SATCC) has launched a new online self-serve system. MyATC went live on Jan. 10, 2022, delivering faster and more efficient services for apprentices, tradespeople and employers across […]
CCA priorities include strategic investment in infrastructure, workforce development and changes to procurement
Shared wisdom to help your company successfully recruit and retain a culturally diverse workforce Employers are beginning to hire more Indigenous employees. More Indigenous people are obtaining post-secondary education and training. This combination would suggest an expanding middle class of Indigenous people with disposable income. This fast-growing demographic presents businesses with a new market to […]
CEO of Heavy Construction Safety Association of Saskatchewan counts ongoing industry support as key to organization’s success
With an economic ‘super cycle’ on the horizon, the proposed Saskatchewan Workforce Retention Program could help address the provincial labour shortage
In this issue of Think BIG, we are featuring Kelly Rann, Saskatoon Branch Manager and Corporate Sales Manager at EMSCO, a provider of heavy equipment rentals, sales, parts and service. The company has extensive experience in the heavy construction, pipeline and road building industries. A native of North Battleford, Rann got his start in heavy […]