Building Skills for Alberta’s Construction Workforce
The Alberta construction industry continues to face pressure from rising project demands, labour shortages, and the rapid adoption of new technologies. Employers know that training is essential, yet traditional methods can be costly and disruptive to project schedules. ACA is working with IMAGINiT to offer a flexible learning model for our Digital Tradesperson Program that […]
Prompt Payment Guidelines
Alberta’s construction industry continues to adapt to important changes in how payment is managed on projects. The Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act (PPCLA) and the Public Works Act (PWA) were both amended in 2024, with many of the changes taking effect on April 1, 2025. These updates are designed to improve cash flow, provide […]
Premier Smith’s September Mandate Letters and What They Mean for Construction
Premier Danielle Smith’s mandate letters, released in September 2025, set out a comprehensive agenda for government ministries. For Alberta’s construction industry, these commitments are more than policy—they are signals of where opportunities will emerge, how procurement and planning will change, and where ACA must continue to advocate for our members. Stability and Predictability in Capital […]
Enhancing Alberta’s Construction Workforce – Meeting with Minister Schow
On July 30, the Alberta Construction Association was pleased to meet with the Honourable Joseph Schow, Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration. Representing ACA were Senior Vice Chair Lois Innes and Executive Director Warren Singh. The discussion centred on supporting the continued growth of Alberta’s construction industry to meet the province’s expanding infrastructure needs. […]
ACA Releases Wildfire Preparation Sheet For Construction Industry
Over a year ago, the town of Jasper became the latest Alberta community to suffer from the destructive impact of a major wildfire. Sadly, it is unlikely to be the last. As wildfire seasons grow longer and more intense, the construction industry must increasingly contend not only with the threat of flames, but also with […]
Roundtable with Minister Long & Industry Leaders
Industry Leaders On June 24, the ACA was honoured to host a productive roundtable discussion with the Honourable Martin Long, Minister of Infrastructure, alongside senior officials from Alberta Infrastructure and key leaders from Alberta’s construction industry. The roundtable provided an opportunity for open dialogue on several critical issues facing the construction sector. Topics included the […]
Alberta Government announces new jobs grant program
The Alberta government has announced the launch of the Canada-Alberta Productivity Grant (CAPG), a new initiative designed to cover up to 75% of eligible costs, with a cap of $10,000 per individual. Each employer can access up to $100,000 in funding annually. Construction companies of all sizes, from general contractors to specialist trade firms, stand […]
Power in unity: How Construction for Canadians amplified our industry’s voice – Rodrigue Gilbert CCA President
The 2025 federal election was a milestone moment for Canada — not only because of a change in leadership but because construction took centre stage in the national conversation. For the first-time ever, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) launched a national election campaign, Construction for Canadians, to highlight the critical role our industry plays in […]
ACA Legislature Day
On May 6, the Alberta Construction Association (ACA), together with two of our valued partner organizations—the Edmonton Construction Association and the Calgary Construction Association—participated in a productive day of advocacy and dialogue at the Alberta Legislature. Throughout the afternoon, representatives from our organizations met with several provincial ministers and senior government staff to discuss a […]
Liberals Win the Federal Election
On Monday April 28, Canadians re-elected the Liberals as a minority government. Alberta Construction Association congratulates Prime Minister Mark Carney for the win. Congratulations to all Members of Parliament who were elected from Alberta. We look forward to working with them to continue our strong relationship with our Federal partners. If anything was learned in […]