CCA Updates
New Program Announcement: Ballad Group’s WERC Program Launches in Calgary
Ballad’s Workforce Employment Readiness and Connections (WERC) program is an industry-tested workforce solution designed to connect construction employers with trained, job-ready talent across Alberta. Ballad delivers simulated worksite training in partnership with the Government of Alberta’s Ministry of Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS). What began as a single-site model has grown into seven simulated worksites across the province, reflecting both the strength of the model and sustained provincial investment in its outcomes. WERC supports unemployed and underemployed Albertans facing barriers to employment, helping them build resilience and long-term attachment to the workforce. Each year, more than 1,000 participants gain...
Preparing the next generation of skilled trades
Via Government of Alberta Alberta launches a new, first-of-its-kind skills centre to give students hands-on experience and a real taste of a rewarding career in the skilled trades. Alberta’s government is supporting the next generation of skilled trades workers with the launch of the Alberta Trades Discovery Centre, an industry-led initiative that gives junior high and high school students hands-on exposure to careers in the skilled trades before they graduate. The centre will provide a dedicated, professional space where students can explore construction trades, learn directly from experienced tradespeople and discover what they’re good at and what they enjoy, helping...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Calgary Construction Association Welcomes Government of Alberta’s Investments in Workforce Development as Timely First Steps
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: The Calgary Construction Association Welcomes Government of Alberta’s Investments in Workforce Development as Timely First Steps March 31, 2026, Calgary, AB – The Calgary Construction Association (CCA) welcomes the Government of Alberta’s recent announcements supporting workforce development in skilled trades. “Young Albertans are looking for realistic pathways to successful and fulfilling careers – both the Alberta Youth Employment Incentive and the Alberta Trades Discovery Centre take meaningful steps in connecting youth with employers and provides our future workforce with opportunities to develop in demand skills,” said Bill Black, President and CEO of the Calgary Construction Association. “Calgary...
Notice of Annual General Meeting
NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Notice is hereby given to voting members of the Calgary Construction Association (CCA) that the 2026 CCA & Education Fund Annual General Meeting will be held on: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm MST. The meeting will be held at the Calgary Construction Association building- 2725 12th Street NE. The business of the Annual General Meeting shall be: a. To receive the reports of the from the CCA and Education Fund; b. To receive and consider the financial statements prepared in accordance with the Act, along with the auditor’s report on such statement; c. To...
Bearspaw South Feeder Main Reinforcement Project – FAQs
The City of Calgary would like to thank the construction industry for doing your part to help conserve water during the reinforcement work on the Bearspaw South Feeder Main. We recognize the essential role your industry plays in building and maintaining our city, and we appreciate the efforts you have made to adjust your operations during this period. The Bearspaw South Feeder Main has been shut down for reinforcement work starting March 9, 2026, for approximately four weeks. During this time, Stage 4 Outdoor Water Restrictions are in effect, and indoor water conservation is also required to help keep daily...
Bearspaw South Feeder Main Reinforcement Project Update #2 (March 12, 2026)
Water demand status Yesterday, total water demand was 489 million litres, once again putting us in the Green Zone where the drinking water system can meet demand with the feeder main out of service. Staying in the Green Zone continues to support safe system operations while we rely primarily on the Glenmore Water Treatment Plant. We thank everyone for their great work so far and ask them to continue water saving measures until the feeder main is back in service. Repair status and schedule Excavation continues across all work areas to prepare pipe segments for reinforcement. Crews are installing trench boxes around exposed sections of pipe. Additional feeder...