Embed Size (px)
Citation preview
1The Heavy News Weekly
In this edition: Employment and Social Development Canada presentation on Changes to the TFWP 1 CentrePort Canada Inc. releases 2013 - 2014 Annual Report 3
Welcome new MHCA Member! 4 Wildcard Excavation Inc.
The Chemistry of Country Risk 7
WORKSAFELY ™ Training Schedule 9
Weekly Tenders (MHCA members only) 10 Tender Results (MHCA members only) 11
October 16, 2014
The Heavy News Weekly
On September 25, 2014, Colin Spencer James, Director, Policy and Program Design, of the Department of Employment and Social Development briefed a joint meeting of the Canadian Construction Association's (CCA), Business and Market Development (BMD) and Industry Advocacy and Regulatory Affairs (IARA) committees on the changes to Canada's Temporary Foreign Worker Program (TFWP).
See here for a copy of the entire presentation.
Committee members respectfully expressed considerable frustration with the changes, particularly the lack of apparent direction provided to frontline Service Canada offices tasked with the review of Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) applications.
Many appear unclear on how to administer the new program. Members also expressed considerable frustration with the lack of an appeal mechanism, which is driving up costs for employers and needlessly delaying the approval of bona fide applications.
Though not in a position to provide detailed responses to individual situations, Mr. James committed to raising these concerns with Service Canada and following up with CCA staff on the outcomes.
The MHCA will publish any arising updates.
EMPLOYMENT AND SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT CANADA PRESENTATION ON THE CHANGES TO THE TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER PROGRAM
1
OVERHAULING THE TEMPORARY FOREIGN WORKER
PROGRAM
PUTTING CANADIANS FIRST
2The Heavy News Weekly
*Manitoba Hydro is a licensee of the Trademark and Official Mark.
Limited-time incentives for Power Smart buildings
When the Manitoba Energy Code for Buildings (MECB) takes effect December 1, 2014,
energy efficiency standards will become mandatory and Manitoba Hydro’s
New Buildings Program will no longer offer its current incentives. Take advantage
of the program now, with reduced eligibility restrictions and
incentives up to $2 per square foot.
Contact us:[email protected] 204-360-3676 (Winnipeg) or 1-888-624-9376hydro.mb.ca/psfb
3The Heavy News Weekly
CentrePort Canada Inc.’s releases 2013 – 2014 Annual Report
Please click here to view CentrePort Canada Inc.’s 2013-2014 Annual Report - released early last week.
The grand opening of CentrePort Canada Way, and progress of the development of a common-use rail facility were among the highlights of the recently-released Annual Report.
OTHER NOTABLE ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDE: • New facilities have opened or are in development on more than 187 acres.• Olexa Developments completed CentrePort’s first spec building, a $4.8 million facility.• Planning moved forward for a new residential area on the southern edge of the footprint.
ANNUAL REPORT2013-2014
4The Heavy News Weekly
Wildcard Excavation Inc.
Curtis Bachmeier Box 259 New Bothwell, MB R0A 1C0 Telephone: (204) 388 - 9578 Cel: (204) 371 - 7313 Fax: (204) 377 - 9029 Email: [email protected]
Services: Excavation - site prep; Levelling - site cleanup; Grading - hauling; Trenching; Snow Removal.
The 2014 MHCA Equipment Rental Rates & Membership Directory has been mailed to members!
Released annually in spring, the MHCA Equipment Rental Rates & Membership Directory is the exclusive Equipment Rental Rates Guide in Manitoba. Its '"yellow pages" list companies by areas of service.
Non-members can purchase this year's directory by contacting Brenda at 204.947.1379 or [email protected].
Public and private sector project owners extensively use the Directory to locate and contact needed suppliers of services, including contractors, materials, equipment, aggregates, oils, design, and engineering — to name a few.
Welcome MHCA New Member!
5The Heavy News Weekly
HUB is GROWING!!!!
We are HUB International, Manitoba’s largest insurance brokerage. We are dedicated to providing the right insurance solutions for our clients through international strength and local services. We are currently looking for a Commercial Account Executive for the Winnipeg region. Factors For Success:
• Driven to achieve sales results. • Demonstrated ability to build strong client relationships and maintain lasting
relationships. • Excellent negotiation skills. • Highly effective communication skills. • Strong commitment to personal growth and development is essential.
Position Responsibilities:
• Develop new business relationships and insurance solutions for clients. • Educate current clients of the organization’s insurance products . • Discussing & explaining coverage to clients. • Accounts receivable follow-up. • Answer customer inquiries.
If the idea of a new career has crossed your mind and you’re ready for a new challenge please submit your resume to www.hubinternational.com .
6The Heavy News Weekly
SOLID PERFORMANCE MADE SIMPLE.
Introducing SDLG wheel loaders — where simplicity, reliability, and industry leading pricing come standard. They’re easy to operate, easy to maintain, and a perfect fit for your day-to-day jobs.
Stop in and get an up-close look, and find out how SDLG uses design simplicity to improve reliability, lower costs, and pass the savings on to you. For more information on SDLG and our network of dealers, visit sdlgna.com.
* Prices are subject to change without notice. Visit sdlgna.com for details.
380 Keewatin StreetWinniepeg, MB R2X 2R9
Canada204.633.5800
www.westconequip.ca
LG938L
2.5 yd 3 Loader$99,500*
LG948L
3.0 yd 3 Loader$116,500*
LG958L
4.0 yd 3 Loader$134,500*
LG959
4.0 yd 3 Loader$144,500*
USD USD USD USD
We’ve enhanced our product line:
7The Heavy News Weekly
The Chemistry of Country RiskBy Stuart Bergman Assistant Chief Economist and Director, Economic and Political Intelligence Centre October 16, 2014
Stuart Bergman
If nothing else, the Great Recession laid bare the necessity of sound risk assessment practices. Not just economic risk, but also political risk. And it doesn’t stop there. As the world continues to flatten, it is becoming increasingly difficult to disentangle the compound of political, regulatory, security and economic risks, among others, and their impact on business in foreign markets. Can we actually make sense of the mayhem?
One thing is sure, these distinct risks exist in name alone, much the way pure samples of chemical elements rarely exist naturally in isolation. Moreover, what matters to business is finding a way to measure the costs to commercial activity imposed by consolidated country risk. Because, as compounds go, country risk is inherently volatile, requiring a rebalancing any time the properties of one element change.
Recognizing the need to account for these multiple, interrelated elements, EDC’s Economic and Political Intelligence Centre, a branch of EDC Economics, maintains a set of interdisciplinary risk ratings for nearly 200 markets, aimed at clarifying what is otherwise a confusing picture. Key insights on risk rating drivers and payment experience, in both the commercial and public sectors, are highlighted in a new electronic publication that we call the Country Risk Quarterly.
So, what have we noticed recently? The post-crisis period has highlighted a to-do list of key structural adjustments that is bound to grow as the world is weaned off the extraordinary stimulus that boosted asset prices and contained borrowing costs.
One of these is filling the gaping global infrastructure deficit which, unaddressed, could rise to $50 trillion by 2030. In many markets, investment in social infrastructure will be absolutely key to narrowing vast societal schisms. A focus on human capital is essential to enhancing productivity and dealing with a root cause of political disenfranchisement, to say nothing of the associated impact on the business environment. Given recent events, ratings on this count have performed reasonably well, with an almost equal number of upgrades and downgrades of our political violence ratings. It is no surprise, however, that the MENA region stood out as the one exception in this regard.
Meanwhile, many countries continue to benefit from a build-up of foreign exchange reserves over the last number of years. With notable exceptions, this will help emerging markets, in particular, better withstand the coming correction in commodity prices than in previous cycles. In fact, we saw more than three times as many upgrades than downgrades of our transfer and conversion ratings, providing a substantial boost to our country commercial rating ceilings.
What’s more, as prices began showing signs of softening, we saw a leveling off of expropriation rating downgrades across most regions, a reversal of the opportunistic moves of many governments in the heady days. Authorities are increasingly recognizing the need for a more collaborative approach to private sector activities.
Massive post-crisis liquidity injections have helped many sovereigns manage debt servicing, either by boosting commodity-based revenues or lowering the cost of funds. US tapering of QE has tested markets, but hasn’t completely wiped out appetite for sovereign bond issuances. Upgrades of sovereign probabilities of default have outnumbered downgrades by a factor of more than 2-to-1. However, long-term sustainability still depends on existing debt burdens. Governments that failed to improve debt profiles or make productivity-enhancing investments could find themselves exposed to market volatility, and may suffer rollover pressures.
The bottom line? Technology has made the logistics of international business as easy as sending something down the street. But what if knowledge could give you that same peace of mind when it comes to the risks? While a globalized world means greater opportunity, it also increases the complexity of the cost calculations. Taking an integrated approach to country risk, and its impact on costs, is increasingly vital to developing business prospects, exceeding customer expectations and ultimately ensuring financial sustainability.
8The Heavy News Weekly
1585 Niakwa Rd, Winnipeg, MB R2J 3T3
Winnipeg, MB • Saskatoon, SKToll Free:
(888) 572-7045www.quereltrailers.com
NEW 2015 CANUCK END DUMPR20 - 3/16” Hardox 450, 60” spread,air ride, asphalt overhang, electric
tarp, c/w full UHMW liner, 3 IN STOCK
ab99zd
NEW 2015 CANUCK END DUMPR3 - Hardox 450, tub, 60” spread, airride, asphalt overhang, electric tarp
2 IN STOCK
ab99xw
NEW 2014 FELLING FT-8R REEL/SPOOL TRAILER, single axle, 102”
wide, hyd reel, can fit 120”x60”spool, electric brakes, IN STOCK
ab28sf
NEW 2014 ETNYRE BLACKHAWK 55 TON 8’6” & 9’ WIDE LOWBEDShyd detach, triaxle, air ride, 60” spread, front/rear fenders, 13hp Honda, 18,000
lbs. tare weight, RTAC & SPIF compliant, 1 IN STOCK • 10 TO ARRIVE
ae25wc
NEW 2014 ETNYRE BLACKHAWK LOWBED55 ton, hyd detach, 10’ wide, 53’, triaxle, air ride, 60” spread, c/w beavertail, flip
on neck to suit tandem jeep, booster ready, RTAC & SPIF compliant3 IN STOCK
ab99zb
NEW 2015 FELLING FT-30-2 LP (DECK OVER) TAG20’ deck, beavertail
IN STOCK
ac74xp
NEW 2014 FELLING FT-14 IT-I TILTDECK TAG, 20’x8’6”, tandem, springsusp, 4’ deck, 16’ tilt deck, (2) 7,000 lb.axles, brakes, LED, 1 IN STOCK
ab73bz
NEW 2015 CANUCK END DUMPR3, square box tub design, tandem,
3/16” Hardox 450 or AR2003 IN STOCK
ab99ya
NEW 2014 CANUCK JUMP JEEPsingle lift axle, air ride, 275/70R22.5 tires, aluminum wheels, IN STOCK
ab99xl
NEW 2015 ETNYRE BLACKHAWK AGRICULTURAL TRANSPORT TRAILERHYD DETACH, triaxle, 40 ton, 10’ wide, aluminum pullouts to 14’ wide, air ride,
60” spread, 25 ton hyd winch, hyd detach, RTAC & SPIF compliantIN STOCK • READY TO GO TO WORK!
aa89oc
NEW 2015 SUPERIOR NITROGEN BOOSTER, single axle, self equal-
izing, air ride, IN STOCK
ac82kj
NEW 2015 FONTAINE REVOLUTION ALL ALUMINUM STEP DECK53’x102”, triaxle, aluminum wheels, tool box, dunnage rack, wide load lights,
weighs 11,200 lbs emptyIN STOCK
ae15ww
USED 2012 ETNYRE BLACKHAWK LOWBED55 ton, 10’ wide, hyd detach, c/w tandem jeep, single axle booster, 60” spread, air ride, hyd flip, engine, pin joints, RTAC & SPIF compliant, ARRIVING SOON
ac93pz
NEW 2014 FONTAINE MAGNITUDE 55H 8’6” WIDE LOWBEDtriaxle, hyd detach, air ride, 60” spread, air lift 3rd axle, jeep & booster ready,
RTAC & SPIF compliant, 2 IN STOCK 1 LEFT
ab99yz
9The Heavy News Weekly 9The Heavy News Weekly
Training ScheduleWinnipeg
Safety Leadership
For the most up-to-date training schedules for the coming months, visit www.mhca.ca/worksafely
A demonstration of strong
TO REGISTER:[email protected]
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
2627
2829
301
23
45COR Leadership in Safety Excellence
67
89
1011
1213
14
TrainingFlagperson
1516
1718COR Leadership in Safety Excellence
19COR Leadership in Safety Excellence
20
COR Auditor
21
COR Auditor
2223
2425
2627
2829
30
October Train the Trainer Oct. 9 - 10 MHCA officeCOR™ Leadership in Safety Excellence Oct. 20 - 21 MHCA officeCOR™ Principles of Health & Safety Management Oct. 22 MHCA officeCOR™ Auditor Oct. 23 - 24 MHCA officeCOR™ Leadership in Safety Excellence, Brandon MB Oct. 20 - 21 St. John AmbulanceCOR™ Principles of Health & Safety Management, Brandon MB Oct. 22 St. John AmbulanceCOR™ Auditor, Brandon MB Oct. 23 - 24 St. John AmbulanceTraffic Control Coordinator Oct. 27 - 28 MHCA officeOwner Operator Oct. 30-31 MHCA office
November Traffic Control Coordinator, Brandon MB Nov. 3 - 4 St. John AmbulanceFlagperson 1/2 day (a.m.) Nov. 5 MHCA officeCommittee/Representative Training 1/2 day (a.m.) Nov. 6 MHCA office COR™ Leadership in Safety Excellence Nov. 17 - 18 MHCA officeCOR™ Principles of Health & Safety Management Nov. 19 MHCA officeCOR™ Auditor Nov. 20 - 21 MHCA office
TO REGISTER, PLEASE CONTACT:
Sarah Higgins [email protected]
For the full calendar, visit www.mhca.ca/worksafely
www.mhca.ca/worksafely/ManitobaHeavy
10The Heavy News Weekly
MANITOBA HEAVY CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION Unit 3 -1680 Ellice Ave. Winnipeg MB R3H OZ2
Tel: (204) 947-1379 Fax: (204) 943 -2279 www.mhca.mb.ca Email: [email protected] October 9, 2014
Manitoba Infrastructure & Transportation (at October 16, 2014 ) www.gov.mb.ca/tgs/C.O. X31275 - DE-WATERING OF DROP STRUCTURE NO. 1 AND CONCRETE WORKS
Location: Vicinity of Portage La Prairie Tender Availability: Currently available
Tender Due: 12:00 Noon, October 23, 2014 Owner: Infrastructure and Transportation Phone: 204-467-4720
The work to be done under this contract shall consist of:
• Supply and install Turbidity Barrier
• Cofferdam Construction
• Fish Salvage
• De-watering of Structure
• Water Control
• Replacing Broken Concrete Baffle Block(s)
TENDER NO. 6478 - STOCKPILING TRAFFIC GRAVEL (EPP)
Location: Grandview-Roblin-Swan River-Pine River Area
Tender Availability: Currently available
Tender Due: 12;00 Noon, October 23, 2014
Owner: Infrastructure and Transportation Phone: 204-945-3637
The work involves supplying, crushing, loading, hauling, and stockpiling aggregate for use on Provincial Roads in the Municipalities of Swan River, Grandview, Hillsburg, Park, Mountain, Duck Mountain Provincial Forest, Shell River and Unorganized Territory. Major items of work include:
• 14 500 m3 of Stockpiling Traffic Gravel, Class "C" (EPP)
• 3 000 m3 of Stockpiling Traffic Gravel, Class "A" (EPP)
City of Winnipeg (As of October 16, 2014) www.winnipeg.ca
TENDER NO. 839-2014 - SUPPLY AND DELIVERY OF A SKID STEER LOADER
Tender Availability: Currently available
Tender Due: 4:00 PM, October 27, 2014
Owner: City of Winnipeg Phone: 204-986-2492
Other
No tenders this week
11The Heavy News Weekly
(M) Indicates MHCA member / (COR™) Indicates an MHCA WORKSAFELY CORTM Certified Company MANITOBA HEAVY CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION - 3-1680 Ellice Avenue, Winnipeg MB R3H OZ2
Tel: (204) 947-1379 Fax: (204) 943-2279 Email: [email protected] AT October 16, 2014
Manitoba Infrastructure & Transportation www.gov.mb.ca/tgs/contracts/tenders/index.html (as of October 16, 2014)
TENDER NO. 6475 - GRADE, BASE AND ASPHALT SURFACE TREATMENT, PTH 6, SASAGIU RAPIDS TO 25 KM NORTH
Closing: October 9, 2014 Results:
(M) Smook Contractors Ltd. (COR™) $4,148,890.00
(M) Strilkiwski Contracting Ltd. (COR™) $4,854,000.00
(M) Hugh Munro Construction (COR™) $5,315,900.00
(M) H. Baudry Construction (1980)Ltd. (COR™) $10,791,452.00
City of Winnipeg (as of October 16, 2014) www.winnipeg.ca
No results this week.
12The Heavy News Weekly
ManitobaHeav y
Follow Us
www.mhca.mb.ca
