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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

 

 

 

General Labourer Position Available

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Ratcliff Excavating & Grading Inc. is a civil construction company that has been providing services to the public and private sectors in Central and Southern Ontario for over 10 years. Specializing in a wide variety of projects including road and bridge reconstruction, storm pond reconstruction, stream restoration, and sewer and water-main construction.

We are seeking a reliable skilled labourer to join our growing team. The role of skilled labourer is integral to completing both large and small projects. This position provides learning opportunities to cultivate and develop your skills and knowledge for future roles within the company.

Responsibilities:
• Perform various skilled trade activities, including concrete finishing, asphalt, sewer work, pipe laying, form work, rough carpentry, and landscaping.
• Perform setup and cleanup tasks
• Provide labour support in a verity of capacities
• Direct traffic when necessary to ensure safety of pedestrians, motorists, and work crew.
• Follow all site health and safety regulations
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:
• Previous civil construction labouring experience including road and sewer construction and excavating
• Able to work in extreme weather (heat and cold) and long hours
• Basic understanding of construction principals and procedures
• Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy objects (70lbs approximate)
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction and complete forms and records relevant to the job.
• Preference given to those with ability to read and follow drawings
• Willing to work alone, with little or no supervision
• Knowledge and understanding of the Occupational Health & Safety Act, Ontario Traffic Manual (OTM) Book 7, First-aid, CPR, and WHMIS
• Valid driver’s license and must have own transportation to and from work sites

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: $25.00-$35.00 per hour
Please email resume to: office@ratcliffinc.ca

COCA Pandemic Response in the Construction Industry

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The Council of Ontario Construction Associations (“COCA”) is a federation of 29 construction associations representing approximately 10,000 general and trade contractors that perform work in the industrial, commercial, institutional (ICI) and heavy civil construction sector in all regions of Ontario. COCA is mandated to serve as the voice of the ICI and heavy civil construction sectors at Queen’s Park.

Read the Response Letter