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MIBC ESTABLISHES TRAINING FUND TO BUILD THE NEXT GENERATION OF RED SEAL MASONS

Friday, 27 August 2021 by Foundation Team
VANCOUVER (AUGUST 27, 2021) – The Masonry Institute of BC (MIBC) has established a new training fund with the Construction Foundation of BC that aims to provide tuition and training support for individuals entering or continuing education in the masonry trades. “The masonry trade has a rich and vibrant history.  Some of the world’s greatest
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TWO EYED SEEING NETWORK SETS OUT TO REDEFINE WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT FOR INDIGENOUS YOUTH

Wednesday, 28 July 2021 by Foundation Team
VICTORIA (July 27, 2021) – A new partnership, led by the Construction Foundation of BC, seeks to build dialogue and develop innovative solutions around the future of skills and training with Indigenous youth and their community leaders. Beginning this summer, the Two Eyed Seeing Network will host a series of focus groups to seek guidance
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BC METAL MANUFACTURING ADVISORY GROUP COMPLETES FIRST ROUND OF CNC TRAINING AT BCIT

Friday, 04 June 2021 by Foundation Team
A group of Lower Mainland secondary school teachers are more prepared than ever to introduce students to the world of CNC machining, thanks to their completion of the Haas Basic Mill Operator course, a certification program coordinated by the British Columbia Metal Manufacturing Advisory Group (BCMMAG). DONATE The Haas Basic Mill Operator program, led by
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WITSET FIRST NATION WELCOMES CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION INTO COMMUNITY FOR INDIGENOUS SKILLS WORKSHOP

Monday, 10 May 2021 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC wrapped up a successful, four-day Indigenous Skills workshop in the community of Witset earlier this Spring. Participants in the community received virtual instruction from First Nations artist and Indigenous Catalyst Dean Heron once-per-week over the course of four weeks, en route to carving and completing their very own traditional Canoe
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PROMAC, THE CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION, AND THE BC METAL MANUFACTURING ADVISORY GROUP PULL TOGETHER FOR COWICHAN STUDENTS

Friday, 30 April 2021 by Foundation Team
 Cowichan Valley, BC – The Cowichan Valley School District has partnered with local business Promac Group, the Construction Foundation of BC, and the BC Metal Manufacturing Advisory Group, to purchase and equip a Haas CNC Desktop Mill for students at Cowichan Secondary.  Cowichan Valley School District release (PDF) The state-of-the-art mill was purchased with funds
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ALL ROADS PARTNERS WITH LII MICHIF OTIPEMISIWAK FAMILY & COMMUNITY SERVICE TO PROVIDE CANOE PADDLE WORKSHOP

Friday, 23 April 2021 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC’s ‘All Roads’ initiative recently completed one of their most ambitious workshops to date! The team worked together alongside Kikekyelc’s Indigenous Youth Services Life Skills Program, members of the Thomas Rivers University’s (TRU) Trades & Technology department and Master Carver, Frank Marchand to coordinate a three-week, six-session Paddle Carving workshop with
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SHIFT FUND RECIPIENT NAT ENJOYING INCREASED FREEDOM AFTER RECEIVING CLASS 7 LICENSE

Wednesday, 17 February 2021 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC recently caught up with SHIFT Fund recipient Nat, who enrolled and successfully completed Vancouver Driving School’s driver training program. As a recipient of the SHIFT Fund, Nat’s driver training costs were covered. Nat successfully completed his driver training and was awarded his automobile ‘Novice’ license (Also referred to as a
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ELECTRICIAN ALEXANDRA REFLECTS ON OPPORTUNITIES PROVIDED THROUGH WATT PROGRAM

Tuesday, 26 January 2021 by Foundation Team
Workplace Alternative Trades Training (WATT) graduate Alexandra has found a home in the electrical field after completing the pre-apprentice program last February. The 25-year-old has been working steadily for the past eight months since completing the WATT program and entering the work force. “I worked in mill and finishing shops prior to electrical,” Alexandra explained.
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WELCOME EXCHANGE INITIATIVE HOSTS PADDLE PENDANT MAKING WORKSHOP

Tuesday, 19 January 2021 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC’s ‘Welcome Exchange’ initiative kicked off another Paddle Pendant virtual workshop this past week, featuring First Nation artists Dean Heron and Latham Mack. The Welcome Exchange initiative is supported by HERE in Canada.  The night started off with an introduction from CFBC’s Allison Ainsley, followed by an introduction to Paddle Pendants
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CONSTRUCTION FOUNDATION OF BC: HIGHLIGHTS FROM 2020

Wednesday, 23 December 2020 by Foundation Team
Like many organizations, the Construction Foundation of BC team overcame unique barriers this past year as everyone adapted to a new way of socially distanced operations. The CFBC team continued to perform virtual workshops, produce content and collaborate with several organizations to continue educational opportunities. It’s a testament to our stakeholders and partners that there
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‘SOMETIMES YOU DON’T EVEN KNOW YOU’RE WORKING’: ISAIAH SHARES THOUGHTS ON POSITIVE EXPERIENCE AS ELECTRICAL APPRENTICE

Wednesday, 02 December 2020 by Foundation Team
Second year electrical apprentice Isaiah has found his niche in the electrical field. Having the opportunity to take the 40-week BCIT electrical foundation program, while still in high school, he was granted his level one of his technical training. As a recent graduate he has been working in the field and gaining as many hours
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‘WELCOME EXCHANGE’ INITIATIVE HOSTS VIRTUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EXCHANGE

Wednesday, 25 November 2020 by Foundation Team
The Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) Welcome Exchange initiative and Here IN Canada co-hosted an online edition of the annual Employment Opportunity Exchange (EOE) this November. The EOE is an annual event that gathers employers, newcomers, and immigrants in one space to understand and discuss jobseeker needs and assets. The EOE provides participants with an
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