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March 19, 2025

WorkSafely and WorkForce bring Be More than a Bystander to Manitoba

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November 21, 2024

Women, pregnancy and maternity – in the construction industry

Construction employers invest heavily to recruit, train and get workers job-ready so their best interests are served by being aware of the extraordinary needs of pregnant women and new mothers, a panel at the Manitoba…

June 29, 2023

Come work with the MHCA

The Manitoba Heavy Construction Association is seeking to hire its Director, WORKSAFELY™ Education & Training program. This is an opportunity to make a real impact on the lives of workers and their families, support a safe-work culture…

May 18, 2023

Reaching out to refugees pays off, says company owner

The construction season was looking grim for Wes Omichinski, owner of Bonneville Transport, a heavy construction firm in Reston, Manitoba. Recruitment of labourers was proving very difficult. Then his town economic development officer suggested he…

May 18, 2023

Working group to align training programs with job market

The province has agreed a working group of industry and social enterprise organizations is necessary to help ensure job training programs are aligned with the labour shortages and needs of the construction industry. The commitment…

April 20, 2023

Jobs on offer, prospective workers show up in force

Ajob fair hosted by construction industry associations April 18 drew 650 people looking for work – and many of them walked away with invitations to interview for positions. Jaqueline Sanderson is ready to work in…

November 17, 2022

Challenge to recruit, retain women in construction: Van Buren

The numbers of women working in construction show progress, but a competitive job market means the industry not only has to work harder to recruit but also retain women in the industry, Canadian Construction Association…

June 30, 2022

Indigenous peoples continue to suffer impact of colonial violence: Inuk leader

Canadians can take a meaningful step toward reconciliation by recognizing – and addressing – the four pathways through which violence continues to threaten Indigenous women, girls and two-spirited+ peoples on a routine basis, an Inuk…

December 2, 2021

CCA Webinar – Diversity and inclusion: more than words

Diversity has been a persistent problem in construction industries and while many organizations are striving towards a diverse and inclusive workplace, it is essential to admit that racism and exclusionary behavior are still evident in the…

October 21, 2021

MHCA adopts land acknowledgment

The MHCA has posted on its website masthead an acknowledgment it is located on Treaty One land, the homeland of the Metis Nation. “We believe it is important to remember and respect our office, our community and…

September 29, 2021

Winnipeg marks September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

City of Winnipeg offices will be closed Thursday, September 30 to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as an official municipal holiday. “Formally recognizing the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation would build…

September 9, 2021

Remember the harms, history and reconcile for the future

There is no rationalization or justification that can possibly excuse or diminish the fact and impact of the Indian Residential Schools era on Indigenous peoples, and Canada, generally, those attending the 4th signing ceremony of the…

September 9, 2021

MHCA welcomes, learns from Elder Betty Ross

Elder Betty Ross said her experiences in Indian Residential Schools, from an early age to her high school years, left her a hollow shell, deaf in one ear and sent her down a very “dark…

September 9, 2021

McPherson named MHCA’s Indigenous liaison, northern division

MHCA WORKSAFELY™ Safety Advisor Dave McPherson has been named the program’s Indigenous Liaison, Northern Division, recognizing much of the work he has been doing for a number of years and the association’s efforts to increase…

September 2, 2021

Giving youth a path to good jobs, careers in heavy construction

Across Manitoba, there is a continuous demand for heavy construction workers, and COVID-19 has compounded the shortages of skilled and general labour, surveys show. The Manitoba Heavy Construction Association is recognizing the need to be…

August 18, 2021

Province invests in skilled trades training for indigenous women, supports post-pandemic job growth and economic recovery

The Manitoba government is investing more than $600,000 to partner with the Manitoba Construction Sector Council (MCSC) to deliver a multi-faceted, skilled-trades training initiative for Indigenous women in four northern and remote communities, Sport, Culture…

June 30, 2021

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WorkSafely and WorkForce bring Be More than a Bystander to Manitoba

Women, pregnancy and maternity – in the construction industry

Come work with the MHCA

Reaching out to refugees pays off, says company owner

Working group to align training programs with job market

Jobs on offer, prospective workers show up in force

Challenge to recruit, retain women in construction: Van Buren

Indigenous peoples continue to suffer impact of colonial violence: Inuk leader

CCA Webinar – Diversity and inclusion: more than words

MHCA adopts land acknowledgment

Winnipeg marks September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Remember the harms, history and reconcile for the future

MHCA welcomes, learns from Elder Betty Ross

McPherson named MHCA’s Indigenous liaison, northern division

Giving youth a path to good jobs, careers in heavy construction

Province invests in skilled trades training for indigenous women, supports post-pandemic job growth and economic recovery

Make this Canada Day the start to a better Canada

CCA makes diversity, inclusion in the workforce a priority

MHCA acknowledges the historical wrongs of Indian Residential Schools

MHCA makes workforce diversity higher priority

Demystifying heavy construction key to recruiting women

Paving the way for women in heavy construction

MHCA construction management bursaries given to young leaders

Women ‘surviving & thriving’ in construction – voices of experience

MHCA-Indigenous engagement efforts put people to work

MHCA signs onto Indigenous Accord, moves on ‘call to action’

MHCA assists heavy construction industry workers, leaders of tomorrow