HERE FOR GOOD – RAMBOW MECHANICAL LTD.

On January 7th, 1985 Rambow Mechanical Ltd. opened its doors and since that time, owner, Patrick Waunch has remained focused on his commitment to helping develop the next generation of skilled workers. From supporting young workers as they work to develop the skills and knowledge that will last a lifetime to providing the supports that

CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION GRANTS $10,000 TO TINY HOME BUILDING CARPENTRY CLASS

Victoria, BC – Saanich School District No. 63’s Continuing Education School’s new Skills Training Apprenticeship Carpentry (STAC) program has received $10,000 via the Construction Foundation of BC’s Skills Ready initiative. This grant made possible by a grant from The Home Depot Canada Foundation will be used to support the initiative that will have students learning

SICA FUND MAKES TRADE SKILL DEVELOPMENT A REALITY FOR LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

We are proud to share that we have joined forces with the Southern Interior Construction Association to establish a charitable fund in support of the regional initiatives that matter to their members. “The Southern Interior Construction Association (SICA) is excited for the opportunity to start a fund within the Construction Foundation of BC as a

HERE FOR GOOD – SK FORM & FINISH INC

SK Form & Finish Inc. was launched in 1992 by Steve Kraushar when he and a part-time employee took on their first driveway job. Since that time SK has grown to specialize in all aspects of concrete formwork and concrete finishing. They understand and respect the construction process and invest in their team to ensure

HERE FOR GOOD – MAPLE REINDERS

At the Construction Foundation of BC, we are fortunate to connect with amazing individuals and companies who are dedicated to enhancing the communities in which they live and work. Maple Reinders consistently gives back to the communities in which they live and work in a variety of forms. However, the commitment to giving back goes

HERE FOR GOOD – KINETIC CONSTRUCTION

At the Construction Foundation of BC, we are fortunate to connect with amazing individuals and companies who are dedicated to enhancing the communities in which they live and work. Since 1984, Kinetic Construction has successfully completed hundreds of construction projects and now employs over 150 people across its offices in Victoria, Vancouver, and Courtenay. Through

MEDIA RELEASE: CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF BC SHIFTS COMMUNITY CONTRIBUTION INTO THE DRIVER’S SEAT

Victoria, BC– The Construction Foundation of BC is creating positive impact in the lives of young people who have or are currently transitioning out of government care in British Columbia by providing an opportunity to gain industry knowledge and experience through their SHIFT: from care to career initiative.  Thanks to a recent $25,000 grant from Coast

THE FUTURE GENERATION: GETTING TO KNOW RILEY MCBRIDE

Riley McBride is a first-year apprentice electrician and recent Mott Electric GP Women in Electrical Bursary recipient. We met up with Riley to learn more about her motivation for pursuing electrical as well as her own personal advice for women thinking of joining the trades. WHY ELECTRICAL? Riley’s original intent was to pursue a career

HERE FOR GOOD – SKILLS READY CATALYST DISCOVERS ULTIMATE PEACE

  Earlier this month our Skills Ready Career Catalyst and Ultimate Skills Coach, Jimmy Roney, took some time out of the office to volunteer at a youth leadership camp named Ultimate Peace. Ultimate Peace was established by a group of dedicated volunteers who saw an opportunity to bring two groups of young people together, who

IN THE NEWS: OKM students share results from Skills Ready showcase

The Foundation is focused on helping to build the next generation of skilled workers. At our core, we are dedicated to helping youth become employable after graduation. Our Skills Ready initiative is one way that we support young people as they explore and prepare for jobs in the skilled trades and technologies. We would like

IN THE NEWS: Students get ahead on safety with crushing experience

Creating experiences that build learning opportunities for the next generation is what drives the Skills Ready team at CFBC. This drive is what turned a conversation after the 2018 Skills Canada Regional Competition at Camosun College into an amazing day for a group of Grade 8 students at Lansdowne Middle School. WHAT IF WE COULD…

MOTT ELECTRIC GP LAUNCHES LEGACY FUND

  Photo:  Riley McBride, 1st year electrical apprentice & recent Mott Electric GP Women in Electrical Bursary recipient with Ellisha Mott, Manager of Mott Electric GP’s Fiber Optic Division   For Immediate Distribution Vancouver, BC– When we stand together in support of the communities in which we live and work, great things happen.  Members of