Industry Value
Mechanical Contracting matters to Canada.
At the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada, we believe that mechanical contracting is more than just a trade; it is the backbone of a thriving, modern society. From the water we drink to the air we breathe, from hospitals to homes to industrial plants, the work mechanical contractors do keeps Canada running.
How we live depends on mechanical contracting.
Driving Canada's Economic Growth
Annually, the mechanical contracting industry contributes over $30 billion annually to Canada's GDP, and supports more than 227,000 high-skilled, well-paying jobs across the country. Our members are critical players in residential, industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) development, building the infrastructure that powers Canada's present and future.
Supporting Everyday Life
Mechanical Contractors deliver the essential systems that Canadians rely on daily: plumbing, heating, ventilation, air conditioning (and that's just the start). These aren't luxuries, rather foundational to public health, safety, and comfort in every community from small to major cities.
Keeping Canadians Safe & Healthy
Mechanical contractors build and maintain the complex systems that allow key infrastructure to function. From heating and cooling systems that maintain comfort in schools and offices, to plumbing and sanitation infrastructure that protects public health, and fire protection that ensure hospital safety - our work is essential.
The mechanical systems that move clean water, improve energy efficieny, drive industrial production and protect Canadians each day are installed and maintained by skilled professionals across our industry.
Fueling Innovation and Sustainability
As the demand for sutainable buildings grows, mechanical contractors are leading the shift toward energy-efficient, low-carbon solutions. From smart systems to retrofitting older buildings, we help reduce emissions, improve performance and support Canada's climate goals.
Skilled Work. Proud Workforce.
Our industry employs some of Canada's most skilled tradespeople, training them to meet the evolving needs of modern infrastructure. Through apprenticeship, upskilling and partnerships with Canada's elite educational institutions, we invest in a workforce that is prepared for the future.