The MCAM Connector
 
November 1, 2019 In This Issue
INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS
MCAM IN ACTION
MEMBERS CONNECTING
INDUSTRY INNOVATION & ASSISTANCE
INDUSTRY IN FOCUS
INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS
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MCAM IN ACTION

The Manitoba Prompt Payment Coalition, a coalition of 32 Manitoba trade associations and unions (and the largest of its kind accross Canada), is back in action. After taking a break to consult with their prospective memberships, the coalition met to examine Bill 245 - Prompt Payments in the Construction Industry Act and plan next steps for prompt payment legislation in Manitoba.    
 
Following extensive industry colaboration and consultation, Bill 245 was introduced last spring prior to the election call by champion Reg Helwer, MLA for Brandon West. A private members bill, Bill 245 passed first reading and was provided support by all parties.  
 
The coalition has confirmed support of Bill 245 as it was introduced this past spring. Next steps will be issuing a letter of support to now Honourable Reg Helwer, minister of Central Services, as well of some of his ministerial colleagues. Bill 245 can be found here.   

 
Western Corporate Solutions
MASMAHC - The Manitoba Association of Sheet Metal
The MCAM Lunch and Learn on November 15 will feature the Alana Crocker, acting manager for development and inspection division of the City of Winnipeg; Rick Klassen, manager of commercial permits of the City of Winnipeg; and Bill Ferreira, executive director of BuildForce Canada.
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Last year's first annual Scotch Tasting Night was a huge success. MCAM, along with the NextGen Committee, are busy preparing to keep this new annual tradition going.
 
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MEMBERS CONNECTING
On October 24, MCAM hosted their annual Pioneer Night to honour longtime pioneers and induct James Derksen of Derksen Plumbing and Heating (pioneer sponsor) at a prestigious venue, The Manitoba Club. This long-standing, traditional event has been celebrated for over 35 years.
 
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October Member Luncheon at the Manitoba Building Expo!
 
Date: Tuesday, October 29, 2019
Location: The Victoria Inn Hotel & Conference Centre (enter through conference centre doors)
Time: 11:45 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Keynote Speaker: Jon Montgomery
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SMS Engineering
Ipex Inc.
INDUSTRY INNOVATION & ASSISTANCE
 

Dear Wise Wayne:  
 
This past summer, MCAM forwarded a notice to contractors from the city of Winnnipeg indicating, "In response to increased customer demand and current staffing constraints, temporary changes in process have been put in place for commercial building and plumbing/mechanical inspections...Due to current demands for occupancy permits, the city will issue an 'Open-Ended Interim Occupancy Permit' (as applicable) to ensure ongoing response to industry requests and volumes. Both of these new processes relate to interim processes which will be audited for compliance, success and necessary modification."  
 
I am wondering what actions the city has taken to address the demand and staffing constraints. Are the interim solutions still active?

Signed, Stuck in the Interim

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Dear Stuck in the Interim,
 
Your question is timely and certainly on the minds of many contractors. MCAM is hosting a Lunch and Learn featuring Alana Crocker, acting manager of development and inspection division of the city of Winnipeg; and Rick Klassen, manager of commercial permits of the city of Winnipeg. Alana and Rick will provide an overview of the Inspection department and inspection process for the city of Winnipeg, followed by a short Q&A.  Register for the event and hear the latest from the city of Winnipeg and share your experience with fellow industry professionals.

Sign up for the Lunch and Learn here.

Signed, Wise Wayne

INDUSTRY IN FOCUS
The Department of Economic Development and Training and the Apprenticeship and Certification Board are currently reviewing apprentice-to-journeyperson ratios, apprentice supervision regulations and apprentice minimum wage rates across all trades. 
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Apprenticeship Manitoba has posted the Gasfitter Consultation Guide on our website for your comments and feedback.
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