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March 3, 2021

Author: Foundation Team

THE CFBC TEAM CONTINUES DELIVERING WORKSHOPS…AT A DISTANCE

Tuesday, 07 April 2020 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation team has been taking measures to help limit the spread of COVID-19 by moving to remote work protocols for our offices. But that does not mean our work has stopped. One thing we know is that learning happens in a number of different ways and that is why we are activating a
  • Published in ALL ROADS, NEWS

TRY-A-TRADE EXPERIENCE A HIT AT THE OFFICIAL KICK OFF OF NATIONAL SKILLED TRADES & TECHNOLOGY WEEK

Wednesday, 06 November 2019 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC celebrated the official kick off of 2019’s National Trades and Technology Week (NSTTW) at the November 5th launch at BCIT with over 500 youth participants! CFBC’s Try-A-Trade booth featured a unique and engaging workshop; participants discussed graphic design technology and tried their hand at silk screening.  The design, developed by our
  • Published in ALL ROADS, NEWS

HERE FOR GOOD – RAMBOW MECHANICAL LTD.

Monday, 10 June 2019 by Foundation Team
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
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CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION GRANTS $10,000 TO TINY HOME BUILDING CARPENTRY CLASS

Tuesday, 30 April 2019 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in NEWS

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

Tuesday, 18 December 2018 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in NEWS

HERE FOR GOOD – SK FORM & FINISH INC

Tuesday, 04 December 2018 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in NEWS

HERE FOR GOOD – MAPLE REINDERS

Tuesday, 09 October 2018 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in NEWS

HERE FOR GOOD – KINETIC CONSTRUCTION

Tuesday, 28 August 2018 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in HERE FOR GOOD

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

Tuesday, 31 July 2018 by Foundation Team
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
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THE FUTURE GENERATION: GETTING TO KNOW RILEY MCBRIDE

Monday, 30 July 2018 by Foundation Team
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
  • Published in NEWS

HERE FOR GOOD – SKILLS READY CATALYST DISCOVERS ULTIMATE PEACE

Friday, 20 July 2018 by Foundation Team
  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
  • Published in HERE FOR GOOD, NEWS

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

Thursday, 05 July 2018 by Foundation Team
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
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