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INDUSTRY HIGHLIGHTS
 Inspection and Technical Services (ITS) is accepting electronic applications for the installation of pressure equipment in Manitoba. This applies to boilers, pressure vessels and refrigeration plants that fall within the scope of the Manitoba Steam and Pressure Plants Act. Effective June 1, 2022.
The Manitoba government will adopt the 2020 editions of the national model building, plumbing, fire and energy codes, published by the National Research Council, earlier than required by legislation and as soon as practically possible in response to industry feedback on proposed changes to the regulations, Labour, Consumer Protection and Government Services Minister Reg Helwer.
 October 17th, Rick Klassen from the City of Winnipeg hosted a webinar for MCAM Members - Separating Development and Building Permits. This session covered why the permit process is changing, the key changes and Industry support provided by the City.
MCAM IN ACTION
 The MCAM Second Annual Tailgate Party & Ball Hockey Tournament was filled with thrilling competition, tasty food, refreshing beverages and energetic music. Congratulations to the tournament champions from Servco Canada sponsored by APEX Distribution!
Huge thank you to our sponsors! Your support is greatly appreciated and contributes to the success of the event.
 Pioneer Night was an enjoyable evening held at St.Charles Country Club. Longtime friends were able to catch up and enjoy a delicious meal together as Garth Evans was inducted as a Pioneer.
We are grateful for the sponsors that supported this event.
MEMBERS CONNECTING
 Mingle and sip with our industry’s future leaders and MCAM’s Next Gen Committee. Savour a unique dinner tasting menu and sample some of the finest wines hand-picked by Sommelier, Darren Raeside.
 Join us for MCAM's Lunch & Learn on November 25th from 11AM-2PM at the Inn at the Forks. Topics will include the labour shortage in the Mechanical Industry and air quality standards.
 Save the Date for MCAM's Holiday Reception on December 8th from 3PM-6PM at James Avenue Pumphouse. Music entertainment provided by Aaron Shorr. More information to come.
 Save the Date for MCAM's Holiday Hamper Event on December 21st at the Mechanical Contractors Association of Manitoba office (320-830 King Edward Street). Details and sponsorship opportunities available soon.
MEMBERSHIP ADVANTAGE
 Welcome to our newest members: A & J Mechanical, Freedom Fire, Sunbelt Rentals, Zone All Controls and MJ Lighting & Electrical!
 With advances in 1Life’s technology, employers just like you are training specific to their company and operations, creating a stronger Internal Responsibility System and better risk management WHILE saving as much as $2000 / employee per year.
INDUSTRY INNOVATION & ASSISTANCE
 Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) launched In The Trades, a federally-funded program that will help apprentices get started in the skilled trades. Over the next two years, In The Trades will provide financial incentives and training support for unionized small and medium-sized contractors that hire, train, and retain first-year apprentices to address labour availability across Canada.
 At its Annual National Conference being held in Halifax, Nova Scotia, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada and its provincial partners announced more than $100,000 to Hurricane Fiona Relief through the Canadian Red Cross.
Creating jobs and building an economy for Manitoba's next generations gets a kick-start today with the appointment of the inaugural board of the province's Venture Capital Fund (VCF).
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, Aboriginal Apprenticeship Board, Canadian Construction Association, BuildForce, SkillPlan and Apprenticesearch.com are launching a program in September 2022 to provide employers with financial incentives and free training for first year apprentices.
INDUSTRY IN FOCUS
 Three years into a functioning Prompt Payment Regime for the Ontario Construction Industry, Ontario Dispute Adjudication for Construction Contracts ODACC reports “subcontractors have increasingly utilized Adjudication as a means of resolving their construction disputes.”
As governments and jurisdictions across Canada examine different strategies to address energy efficiency and greenhouse gas emissions reductions, the vertical infrastructure across the country is being looked at for its emissions-reducing potential.
 February 7, 2023: Connect with students from Red River College Polytechnic programs - whether it is for current or future employment, Co-operative Education positions, or other forms of Work-Integrated Learning opportunities - through an afternoon of speed-interviews!
 SKILLED TRADES SUPPORT
As expected, there is an acknowledgment of the challenges being faced by employers across Canada to fill positions. In terms of new programming, the update also places particular emphasis on investing for a net-zero economy. This includes an investment of $250 million over 5 years (beginning next fiscal year), for the following:
-The Sustainable Jobs Training Centre: this would bring workers, unions, industry and training institutions to examine the skills of today, forecast the future skills that will be required, and help develop curriculum and on-site training for 15,000 workers to upgrade or gain new skills for a low carbon economy. The forecasting of future skills is something MCA Canada has emphasized the need for in our meetings with policymakers, and there is specific reference that the Centre will focus on areas in high demand, starting with the sustainable battery industry, and low-carbon building and retrofits.
-A Sustainable Jobs Stream under the UTIP (Union Training and Innovation Program): it is expected that 20,000 apprentices and journeypersons would benefit from this investment to support training for green skills training in the trades. -The Sustainable Jobs Secretariat: this would be a one-stop shop for workers and employers to access information on programs, funding, and other services offered by the federal government related to a low-carbon economy. *In addition, the Fall Economic Statement has also proposed to provide $60 million over three years (also beginning next fiscal year) to create supplemental supports to existing federal and provincial/territorial programming.
INCENTIVES FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGIES
As well, the Fall Economic Statement proposes a refundable tax credit equal to 30 per cent of the capital cost of investments in:
-Electricity Generation Systems, including small modular nuclear reactors
-Low-Carbon Heat Equipment, including air and ground-source heat pumps *Note this credit would be available as of the day of Budget 2023, and no longer in effect at the start of 2035.
SUPPORT FOR IMMIGRATION
The update also reaffirms the government’s announced programs this week with the 2023-25 Immigration Levels, to reach 500,000 immigrants in 2025—the majority of whom will be skilled workers who will help to address persistent labour shortages, including in healthcare, manufacturing, and the building trades.
Good Afternoon Wise Wayne,
Now that the province is fast tracking adoption of the 2020 building codes, there will be a lot of confusion as to how this will affect the mechanical trades. Do you have any advice on how to manage these changes?
Signed,
Building Code Confused
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