CFBC’s Skills Ready facilitates trio of trades workshops for East End Boys Club
June 27, 2024 (East Vancouver, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC’s Skills Ready program made a visit to East End Boys Club (EEBC) to facilitate a trio of trades workshops in late June, introducing its youth to concrete planter, copper bracelet and aluminum ring bowl projects. The workshops were a part of EEBC’s summer […]
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. […]
Welcome Exchange’s immigrant Job Fair sees impressive turnout
May 24, 2024 (Langford, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) Welcome Exchange program held its most recent job fair at Langford Business Centre this past week, catered towards immigrants in the local community in search of their next career opportunity. The event saw an impressive number of attendees lining up to network with […]
Stz’uminus Education Society and CFBC continue partnership through new Skills for Success program
April 25, 2024 (Langford, BC) – The partnership between Stz’uminus Education Society (SES) and the Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) has spanned several years and includes a variety of projects in Stz’uminus Community School’s woodshop, ultimate frisbee field, and Stz’uminus Health & Elder’s Centre garden. This year, the two organizations collaborated on the introduction of […]
CFBC team on hand to encourage and inspire BC’s future builders at 30th annual Skills Canada BC provincials
April 19, 2024 (Abbotsford, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) team travelled to Abbotsford’s TradeX for the 30th annual Provincial Trade and Technology Competition. CFBC’s presence at the event included hands-on activities, displays on green building technologies and information about the organization’s programs and initiatives. Thousands attended this year’s competitions to engage […]
Career Catalyst Lisa Scott reflects on year three of CFBC Discover Trades Camps
March 26, 2024 (Fort St. John, BC) – The Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) first Discover Trades Camp of 2024 wrapped up last week, with a jam-packed group of 16 enthusiastic, young women from Fort St. John and surrounding areas descending upon Duncan Cran Elementary School for five days of hands-on activities. Led by CFBC […]
Career catalyst Kate Markham-Zantvoort embracing mentorship role with CFBC
March 19, 2024 (Langford, BC) – Construction Foundation of BC (CFBC) career catalyst Kate Markham-Zantvoort has worked in landscape design and construction for over 35 years and has led a number of volunteer groups and participated in comprehensive renovation projects in the construction charity sector. Late last year, she joined the Foundation, bringing a careers worth […]
CFBC’s Welcome Exchange program hosts successful employment connection event in Victoria
On March 12, CFBC’s Welcome Exchange hosted its latest employment connection event at Fort Tectoria in Victoria, designed specifically for immigrants and newcomers to Canada. Attendees connected with local professionals from various industries, gained insight into the Canadian job market, and received tailored career guidance designed to help thrive in the Capital Regional District. The afternoon event included a […]
Driving Change: Tamara Pongracz’s Role in Transforming BC’s Trades Landscape
March 12, 2024 (Langford, BC) – British Columbia Institute of Technology’s (BCIT) Tamara Pongracz is continuing to help lead BC’s efforts to attract, retain and support women in the trades through her position at BCIT and her new role with the Construction Foundation of BC’s (CFBC) Board of Directors. Under encouragement from her father, an […]
Workplace equity advocate Karen Dearlove discusses role with BCCWITT, changes needed in industry
(Photos provided by BCCWITT) March 5, 2024 (Langford, BC) – BC Centre for Women in the Trades’ (BCCWITT) Karen Dearlove has spent the last three years in the role of executive director, guiding the organizations’ efforts to create more inclusive and welcoming environments for BC’s women working in the trades. Dearlove’s past experiences include […]