by Mary Van Buren, Canadian Construction Association

CCA has been working tirelessly on your behalf as the COVID-19 situation across the country rapidly changes. CCA is you, and we are putting the needs of our members, our workers, and your families first in everything that we do. We are working not just to secure immediate financial support and relevant resources, but also to ensure the viability of the industry as Canada mobilizes for recovery.  Construction will play a significant role and we must ensure our members can withstand this pandemic.

A strong and united voice is essential – across all sectors and geographies, and size of firms. CCA will continue to advocate with the federal government and its agencies, so our industry has the support it needs to come back in full force and work to Build a Better Canada.

See our video – CCA support during COVID-19

Here is a quick summary of what we’ve accomplished so far:

• Letter sent to Minister Morneau requesting modifications to the 75 per cent wage subsidy program on behalf of our members on April 8.
• Released COVID-19 Standardized Protocols for All Canadian Construction Sites, currently on version 3 published April 8.
• Launched a federal campaign where members could send a letter to their MP asking for the creation of an Emergency COVID-19 Construction Cost Relief Program on April 6.
• Letter sent to Prime Minister Trudeau asking for the federal government to create an Emergency COVID-19 Construction Cost Relief Program April 5.
• Developed documentation and information on how to access Export Development Canada financing on March 31.
• Letters sent to Minister Ng and to Minister Anand calling for better support for the industry on March 26. This resulted in EDC’s COVID programs being extended to domestic businesses.
• Called for donations of personal protective equipment (PPE) from our members on March 25.
• Letter sent to Prime Minister Trudeau on recommendations to support the industry on March 21.

• Consistent communication and engagement with the federal government, specifically Public Services and Procurement Canada, the departments of Health, Finance, Global Affairs and the Prime Ministers Office.
• Launched weekly webinar series “Navigating COVID-19” with partners from across Canada.
• Created a centralized hub for our members with up to date resources and critical information.
• Consistent and regular contact with CCA board, national advisory councils, partners, local and provincial construction associations and key stakeholders across the country.

The situation across our country and around the world is changing at a rapid pace. We know how difficult it can be to stay on top of the changes, so please check our website for the latest information and newest resources. 

Stay healthy and thank you for your continued support.

Best regards,



Mary Van Buren, MBA, CAE
President
Canadian Construction Association

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Across Canada, CCA represents more than 20,000 member firms drawn from 63 local and provincial integrated partner associations. CCA gives voice to the public policy, legal and standards development goals of contractors, suppliers and allied business professionals working in, or with, Canada’s non-residential construction industry.

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