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Dec 09
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Barrie Construction Association Supports the Local Community This Holiday Season

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Charitable donations are a powerful way to support communities, uplift individuals, and address pressing societal challenges. Whether contributing to local food banks, or supporting local humanitarian efforts, every donation can create meaningful impact. Monetary contributions help organizations sustain their missions, while in-kind donations like clothing, food, or volunteer time provide direct, tangible assistance to those in need. By aligning donations with personal values and causes that resonate, individuals and businesses can foster positive change, promote equality, and build a more compassionate world.

This year, please consider supporting one (or all!) of the organizations listed below.

BCA’s FOOD BANK CHALLENGE

For every dollar that is donated by our members, the BCA will match it up to $2000.00.

Food Banks provide temporary food relief to individuals and families of our community who are in need, and to serve as a resource to guide them along the road to self sufficiency.

In the coming months, Food Banks across our region will see increased demand on their services.

Members can donate directly to any Food Bank of their choice, simply let us know the amount and at the end of the challenge we will tally and match your donations.

Make a donation to the Barrie Food Bank

Thank you to the members who have made donations so far!

 

 

 

 

 

WiC/YLG Group – Gift a Family

For Barrie, Ontario Kids in Need
Through Gift-a-Family, we aim to reach children who have been overlooked by traditional charities because their parents are unable, unwilling or incapable of seeking help. We identify these ‘forgotten’ children through an anonymous nomination process where community members like coaches, teachers, extended family, friends, etc can nominate kids so we can give them a full Christmas experience.

Everything from the tree and decorations, to the dinner, gifts, stockings and more – showing them that they are just as worthy of joy and celebration as anyone else to help boost their self-esteem.

100% of proceeds go directly to children in the Barrie, Ontario area.
The Women in Construction and Young Leaders Groups have been matched with a family of 3; Mom and her two little boys ages 3 and 4. They have recently moved into a new home and are most interested in basic needs. Mom has expressed her desire to make Christmas about traditions with her boys. Monetary and/or gift contributions are much appreciated and the gifts will be hand delivered to the family for Christmas!
Donations have started coming in for this local family but there a still a few items needed to fill their wish list. They can be dropped off at the BCA office by Dec. 12th

– Wrapping supplies
– Tree decorations
– Christmas Baking supplies and gift sets
– Towels
– Toy storage
– Gloves and scarves
– Winter coats and snowpants (3T and 5T)
– Bicycle Helmets x2
– Arts & Craft sets
– Toys

Holiday Hope Bags for Busby Center

The Earth Angels are gathering donations for their annual Christmas Holiday Hope Bags for the Busby Center. This year they are filling 200 bags with much needed necessities for our friends on the streets and those utilizing the Busby Center.  Donations can be dropped off at the BCA office Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm and will be accepted until December 19th.  The list of items includes:

Deodorant
Razors
Tampons for ladies (not pads)
New warm socks
Men’s small to large underwear
Men’s small to large long Johns
Men’s and ladies mittens
Chocolate and candy for our candy bags
Large bottles of body wash

 

 

 

Nov 21
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Director of Engineering Capital Projects Position Available

By job-posting

City of Orillia
Development Services and Engineering Department
Infrastructure Capital Projects Division
Director of Engineering Capital Projects

JOB DESCRIPTION
The Corporation of the City of Orillia has an opening for the full-time position of Director of Capital Projects in the Infrastructure Capital Projects Division of the Development Services and Engineering Department reporting to the General Manager.

DUTIES
 Direct, manage, track progress, evaluate priorities and execute the operations of the division, including construction of capital projects, in consultation with the General Manager of Development Services and Engineering.
 Prepare, review and make recommendations for annual division operating and capital budgets; monitor/administer approved budgets. Provide long-range planning for department capital projects.
 Provide independent, professional and timely advice to Council, staff and clients in relation to Infrastructure Construction matters.
 Liaise as required with various City departments, provincial authorities, utility companies, developers, and consultants on design and construction related matters.
 Oversee the preparation of plans and specifications, bidding, tendering, competency of contractors and vendors, and the selection criteria for public contracts.
 Manage staff by setting performance standards, creating work schedules, assigning and approving of overtime and scheduling vacation. Make recommendations regarding hiring staff.
 Prepare and/or review reports, make recommendations/presentations and attend Council Committee/Council Committee in Closed Session, Council, Community Group, public and/or other meetings, as required.
 Prepare, review and recommend the annual Division budget (including all applicable operational budget, capital budget and supplementary request components). Monitor and administer the approved budget and report on same; and authorize payment of accounts. Provide long-range planning for City capital improvement projects.
 Serve as an initial point of contact for public and media inquiries regarding construction project issues.
 Manage working relationships in a unionized environment.
 Develop, plan and implement goals and objectives for the Infrastructure Capital Projects Division; recommend and administer policies and procedures as approved by Council.
 Manage the planning, design and construction of City parks projects as well as the construction of water infrastructure and stormwater infrastructure.
 Perform other duties as assigned in accordance with corporate objectives

QUALIFICATIONS
 Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering and registration with Professional Engineers of Ontario with P.Eng. designation is required.
 10 Years of progressively responsible experience in managing infrastructure design and construction.
 Demonstrated, and effective knowledge of Project Management in Civil Engineering design and construction. Broad knowledge of construction practices and materials, standards, plans examination/review.
 Experience in a Municipal environment would be considered an asset.
 Experience in private contracting and construction would be considered an asset.
 Experience in a design environment would be considered an asset.
 Excellent verbal and written communication skills, together with strong organizational, analytical, leadership, coaching, time management, strategic planning, presentation, and management skills.
 Excellent computer skills using MS Office Suite, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
 Possess a valid class ‘G’ Ontario’s driver’s license with an acceptable driver’s abstract and access to a reliable vehicle.
 A current and acceptable Criminal Record Check is required for this position at the incumbent’s expense, prior to the commencement date.
Compensation for this position is $134,465 to $157,305, plus a comprehensive benefits package. Interested applicants are invited to submit their application by December 6, 2024, at noon.
Applications will only be accepted by applying online. Please visit https://careers.orillia.ca/

We thank all applicants that apply and advise that only those to be interviewed will be contacted. The City of Orillia is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free environment. Accommodation will be provided in all steps of the hiring process. Please advise the City of Orillia Human Resources Department if you require any accommodations to ensure you can participate fully and equally during the recruitment and selection process. In accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection and Privacy Act, personal information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act 2001, S.O. 2001, c. 25, and will be used for the purpose of candidate selection. Questions about this collection should be directed to the Freedom of Information Coordinator, 50 Andrew St. S., Suite 300, Orillia ON L3V 7T5 or call 705-325-1311.