Construction is booming, but your network is your greatest asset. From summer networking events to an interactive session on AI, we’re creating the space for the conversations that move your business forward. Join us and see where the next connection leads.
Waterloo Region’s construction industry warns that poor long-term infrastructure planning, not a lack of water, is the root cause of the current permit freeze. This failure has stalled vital development, increased costs, and caused significant job losses. The industry is now demanding accountability for a crisis they argue was entirely preventable.
A five-month permit freeze delayed 5,000 homes and cost Waterloo Region $500M in investment. As the Region reopens on June 3, local industry leaders reflect on the collaborative push that solved the crisis - and why a long-term strategy is vital to keep the community growing.
At the BMO Women of the Year Awards, Skilled Trades recipient Jessica Gemmell challenged clients and employers to ask one simple question when hiring a contractor: "Do you employ women on your team?" A small question with the power to drive real change.
Mental health doesn’t need to start with big definitions, it starts with simple, honest check-ins and recognizing what people are carrying every day. Let’s create a space for connection, outlets, and looking out for one another. That is how we quietly build stronger people and a stronger industry.
The Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA) is inviting your organization to join a broad-based industry coalition in advance of the June 3, 2026, Special Council Meeting regarding water capacity constraints in the Mannheim Service Area.
Women in Construction kickoff event focused on personal and professional growth, highlighting shared experiences and community connection, and introduces the upcoming deConstructed series to continue those conversations.
Waterloo Region’s water capacity limits are now halting development and threatening economic growth. This overview examines how stronger collaboration between government bodies and the construction industry is critical to addressing infrastructure limitations and supporting sustainable, long-term regional expansion.
The Minister of Jobs and Families recently introduced a strategic framework designed to bolster economic resilience and address persistent labour shortages. Facing pressures from global trade shifts and supply chain disruptions, the Government of Canada is transitioning toward a more sustainable, independent economy supported by diverse international partnerships.
As we step into 2026, our Women in Construction (WinC) Committee at the Grand Valley Construction Association (GVCA) is entering an exciting new chapter.
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