Q2 2022 Archives » SHCA - Saskatchewan Heavy Construction Association

Off the Clock?

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 20:07:05 +0000

Dealing with employees’ off-duty conduct By Danny Alcom, Miller Thomson LLP The rise of social media and access to the Internet has enabled people to connect and share information, opinions and beliefs with one another in an unprecedented manner. Individuals can document activities and post content virtually instantly. In many ways, this enhanced connectivity is […]

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Community Engagement

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 19:47:28 +0000

A vital role in successful projects By Ian Wilson Saskatchewan Research Projects For companies operating in the construction, mining and energy sectors, community engagement is an important component of many projects and sites, from exploration through operation to remediation. A key to success is the integration of local knowledge into operational and closure plans. However, […]

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Renewing Rural Infrastructure is Key to Canada’s Recovery

Joanne Venderheyden — Thu, 19 May 2022 19:30:08 +0000

After everything Canadians have been through in the last few years, they deserve a recovery they can see and feel in their daily lives.

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Fatigue Management for Construction Professionals

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 19:13:56 +0000

A shared responsibility between the employer and employee By Lisa Kopochinski Long hours and hard, physical work are the norm for many working in Canada’s construction industry. However, if not properly managed, these conditions can lead to worker fatigue, resulting in unsafe working conditions. This is why companies need to take stronger measures to prevent […]

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Values-Driven Leadership

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 18:36:36 +0000

Leading authentically By Brett Elmgren, CPHR, Axom Leadership, Inc. For the past decade, I have worked internally with leaders from some of Saskatchewan’s largest organizations and engaged in countless discussions on the topic of leadership. Each conversation has been fulfilling and unique and left me increasingly curious about how we can continue to develop our […]

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Working Together to Unite, Evolve, Lead The Industry

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 18:21:01 +0000

Canadians are relying on construction to build back better By Mary Van Buren, President, Canadian Construction Association Representing more than 20,000 member firms, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is proud of our mission to inspire a progressive, innovative and sustainable construction industry. The key to our success is working with our valued partner associations like […]

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Funding Infrastructure to Support Trade

Martin Charlton Communications — Thu, 19 May 2022 16:51:44 +0000

Calling for a federally financed investment program for trade gateways and corridors in Western Canada.

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Walk the Talk

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 15:23:50 +0000

SHCA reacts to the 2022–23 provincial budget By Martin Charlton Communications There is little to nothing to be excited about in the provincial budget for 2022–23 when it comes to highways. Members hoping the budget would reveal more capital funding for highway projects were disappointed to learn that virtually all the work it contains has […]

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News From The Field

SHCA — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:57:30 +0000

Sharing news that SHCA members need to know

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A Disappointing Budget

Shantel Lipp — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:18:49 +0000

As you can imagine, I get excited for the release of the spring tender schedule each year, but when I saw what was contained in the schedule this spring, my enthusiasm cratered. But as tough as I am finding it to believe there are basically no new projects, I can’t imagine the devastation being felt […]

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