Construction is booming in virtually every city on the Island, but in an industry typically cyclical in nature, how can business keep the momentum building?
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A one-day conference directed industry-wide, Kulmala encourages participation from everyone involved in building, from engineers and human resources managers to builders and developers and everyone in between.
The of topics and speakers reflects that scope.
Following opening remarks by BC Labour Minister Harry Bains and an overview of Island market trends with CMHC Senior Market Analyst Braden Batch, attendees can choose various topics to explore in four breakout sessions.
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A reception and networking opportunity ends the day.
Sparking interest, exploring solutions
- With labour challenges continuing to temper the industry growth, a variety of sessions will speak to this, including: Women In Trades: The Keys to Attract, Retain and Respect; and Creating a Cultural Shift: Laying the Foundation to Sustainable Business Relationships with Indigenous Communities
Where we are and where weB次元官网网址檙e going
Construction activity on Vancouver Island reached a record high in 2017, up 23 per cent for the year, reaching $2.239 billion, Kulmala says.
B次元官网网址淭he outlook for the IslandB次元官网网址檚 construction industry is positive for 2018 with economic and population growth fueling the demand for residential and non-residential space. With expanding building activity, limited labour supply and rising input costs, total construction costs will look to rise at a faster pace, although the forecast remains bright.B次元官网网址�
at this yearB次元官网网址檚 conference online or call 250-388-6471 for details!
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