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| June 16, 2020 | 
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Member Update
INDUSTRY NEWS
Source: Daily Commercial News
Roadmap to Recovery, a recent document from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, contains 51 recommendations to pull the Canadian economy of out a recession. Source: On-Site Magazine
The COVID-19 pandemic has put significant strain on the construction supply chain. Despite slowdowns at manufacturing plants, revamped procedures at the international border and stricter protocols on job sites, haulers have, for the most part, continued to deliver materials needed to keep projects on track. Source: Plumbing + HVAC
Plumbing and mechanical systems regulators in Canada have the opportunity to be part of the Plumbing Standards Committee. The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is looking for Canadian representation on the committee, including jurisdictional authority, laboratory and educational facility representatives. Source: Daily Commercial News
As we continue adjusting to the COVID-19 pandemic, industry leaders are rethinking the concept of built spaces. 
Do you use the MCAA WebLEM? Are you thinking of using it? If so, this webinar is a must-attend event for you. The webinar will be hosted by Ron King of Trimble and a member of the MCA America Weblem committee. Ron will provide updates on what the committee has been working on, he'll take a live look at the new WebLEM+Plus, and explore the Component Method versus Work Activity Method examples of applying labour. When: July 14 at 12:00 p.m. ET 
INNOVATION & TECHNOLOGY
Source: Daily Commercial News
In this article, Sean Reid, president and head coach at Arrowhead Coaching and Facilitation Solutions, responds to a National Post op-ed that posed the question, is Canada’s technology sector picking a fight with construction? Source: HPAC Magazine
Smart scrubbers can reduce the need for outside air by 60 to 80%. This provides a potential 20 to 30% energy cost savings and reduces pollution and HVAC maintenance while improving occupant comfort. 
Source: HistoryNet.com 0455: Rome is sacked by the Vandal army. 
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