ReFRAME in Quwʼutsun: A New Way Forward, Together

In Quwʼutsun, a dedicated group of people are participating in the ReFRAME Project – showing up each day with courage, commitment, and a desire to shape a better future for themselves. Some are here to find a routine. Some want to build new skills or start a job — maybe even a career. Others are here to […]

Cultural Connection: CFBC & Indigenous Skills at Expo 2025 in Osaka

We’ve just returned from an unforgettable experience at Expo 2025 in Osaka, where we had the honour of sharing Indigenous Skills, stories, and culture on a truly global stage on behalf of the Province of British Columbia and BC Wood during BC Week June 2 – 6, 2025. The opportunity to engage with diverse audiences […]

CFBC’s ReFRAME Project completes first iteration of curriculum

September 5, 2024 (Langford, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) ReFRAME Project launched in the Summer of 2024.  The program offers participants who face barriers to employment the supports and skills development that they need to help them achieve personal success in their careers, community, and lives. ReFRAME has two streams of emphasis […]

CFBC returns to Kitselas First Nation for Discover Trades Camp

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July 23, 2024 (Terrace, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) latest Discover Trades Camp took place last week in Terrace, BC! The team worked with a dozen young women at K5T in the Kitselas First Nation, with participants getting an opportunity to try their hand at electrical, carpentry, plumbing, ironworking, sheet metal and […]

Sky Keepers graduate Lacey sets sights on outdoor adventure business

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July 8, 2024 (Clearwater, BC) – Born and raised in British Columbia, Sky Keepers program graduate Lacey is building her outdoor business and incorporating the training and entrepreneurial courses she received from the program into her growing venture. Sky Keepers, an Indigenous-led, Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) program supported by DIGITAL, provides drone training and […]

Artist Dean Heron marks five years of impact with CFBC’s Indigenous youth programming

June 18, 2024 (Victoria, BC) – Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) Artist in Residence, Indigenous Programming, Dean Heron, continues to channel his lifelong passion of First Nation art into his work with CFBC’s Indigenous programming. Now in his fifth year with the organization, his involvement with several Indigenous-specific programs and workshops has never been higher. […]