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INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS
 March 23, 2023 - Honourable James Teitsma, Minister of Consumer Protection and Government Services, brought forward the first reading of Bill 38 - The Builders' Liens Amendment Act (Prompt Payment).
 The Manitoba government is adjusting the Small Business Minimum Wage Adjustment Program to streamline the application process and enable small businesses to receive support as one-time funding.
 The Manitoba government's economic review for 2023-24 shows the province's fiscal position continues to improve, Economic Development, Investment and Trade Minister Jeff Wharton announced.
 In December of 2022, Inspections and Technical Services (ITS) solicited feedback MCAM and ECAM may have regarding the Provincial plan to adopt the 2020 National Building Codes and Manitoba regulatory amendments. MCAM provided the attached submission.
 As key stakeholders of issues related to apprenticeship wage rates, MCAM and ECAM identified the review as an item of significance for the membership and Boards of Directors.
MCAM IN ACTION
 January 26th, Next Genners helped in the kitchen at Siloam Mission. Thank you to the volunteers for giving back!
 February 23rd, industry members gathered at The Leaf for a luncheon all about grease interceptors and waste management. Thank you to our Presenting Sponsors Uponor and Can-Aqua International.
 Next Genners joined us on the ice in Matlock, Manitoba for a derby guided by Kannuk Outfitters! Thank you to our Title Sponsor Pitblado Law.
MEMBERS CONNECTING
 Join us for a night at the speakeasy with fellow Mechanical Industry leaders. Dine, drink, dance and enjoy live music and entertainment!
MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGE
 Welcome to our newest members: Ellement Consulting Group, Thor Plumbing & Heating, Duboff Edwards Schachter Law Corporation and Tower Engineering.
 Applications are open for the Marc Lynch Award. Marc had a vision for MCAM which he passionately communicated to the staff and Board of Directors. Through this award, the association intends to carry out his vision of excellence in the industry. This scholarship is intended for MCAM member companies' staff and families. It will be awarded to students pursuing a post-secondary program.
 You probably use various systems for billing, scheduling and inventory. You likely handle information electronically or store them in a filing cabinet, and that means this data could be at risk – even if printed on paper. If any of your devices or documents are lost or stolen, or if your computer network is breached leading to stolen or ransomed data, business interruption or systems corruption, the consequences can be more severe than you may think.
 Ellement offers objective, professional advice and consultation on a variety of benefits programs including Group Life & Health plans, Executive and Group Retirement solutions, Investments, Health and Wellness Plans and Advocacy.
INDUSTRY INNOVATION & ASSISTANCE
 The Provincial Fire and Life Safety (PFLS) Project is a $286 million, multi-year province-wide initiative to decrease fire risk in all Manitoba hospital and personal care homes.
 Winnipeg’s long-awaited CentrePort Canada Airport Area West regional water and wastewater project will go ahead as part of a $140-million investment in nine municipal projects by the Manitoba government.
 To position the City of Portage la Prairie for future growth, the Manitoba government is investing in the expansion of the city's water treatment plant. The expansion is one of eight municipal projects in rural Manitoba receiving up to $100 million.
 New Grant Program Now Accepting Applications to Help Municipalities with Long-Term Infrastructure Planning.
 The Manitoba government is providing $220,000 to two organizations for green transportation projects, including the installation of new electric vehicle (EV) charging stations.
 The Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP) has issued letters to apply to the program to the latest round of candidates in an expression of interest (EOI) draw with a specific focus on addressing labour market gaps in Manitoba.
 The Apprenticeship Support Project is a federal grant that can provide companies in the construction sector with up to $20,000 per year for having first-year apprentices in red seal trades. It is open to companies with less than 500 employees. Applications are easy to complete and payment is issued once applications are approved.
Contact ASP@FPDINC.CA to see how the Apprenticeship Support Project can help your company.
 The Richard McKeagan Scholarship Series, named in honour of past-CEO Richard McKeagan, is supported by MCAC Associate Members and MCA partners from across Canada who provide the funding for the program and the various scholarships offered. Since its launch in 2006, the scholarship series has awarded more than $100,000 to deserving post-secondary students.
INDUSTRY IN FOCUS
 Reducing Cumulative Emissions by 5.6 Megatonnes will Ensure Sustainable, Prosperous Future for Manitoba.
 Webinars include: Net Zero and the Role of the Mechanical Contracting Sector Webinar, Using Heat Pumps in the Move to Electrification Webinar and Building with Air to Water Heat Pumps/Hydronics Webinar.
 The Madison is Siloam Mission's long-term supportive living environment and is in need of major renovations including a heating and air conditioning system.
Dear Wayne,
My company has been experiencing delays in payment as a result of disagreements. This has tied up cash flow, slowed projects and has made it increasingly difficult to ensure my employees are paid. Have you heard if prompt payment requirements similar to those seen in other Canadian provinces will be implemented in Manitoba?
Signed,
Frustrated
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