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Canadians Celebrate World Plumbing Day

Every year on March 11, communities around the world recognize World Plumbing Day to celebrate the critical role that plumbing plays in our daily lives. From delivering clean water to protecting public health, plumbing is essential—but it’s so much more. The theme for 2025, “Plumbing is More,” highlights how plumbing supports economies, improves sustainability, and…

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MCA Canada Congratulates McMaster University for their First Place Finish in the 2025 Student Chapter Competition

AUSTIN, March 5, 2025 – The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) is proud to congratulate the McMaster University Student Chapter for winning the 2025 Student Chapter Competition at the Mechanical Contractors Association of America (MCAA) Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. “It is an incredible accomplishment to participate in the Student Chapter Competition, and an…

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Registration Now Open for 2025 MCAC Emerging Leaders Conference

Conference program explores several industry issues relevant to emerging management leaders in the construction industry OTTAWA, December 18, 2024 – Spearheaded by the association’s Future Leaders Advisory Council, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) announced today that registration is now open for the 2025 Emerging Leaders Conference, taking place from March 27-28, 2025 in…

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Mechanical Contractors Association Annual Awards Celebrate Outstanding Contributors

Five individuals recognized for their contributions to the association and mechanical contracting industry At its 81st Annual National Conference, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) recognized five outstanding individuals for their contributions to the association and the mechanical contracting sector. “We are extremely fortunate to have such a dedicated group of volunteers and industry…

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Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada and Electrical Contractors Association of Manitoba Sign Strategic MOU

Memorandum of Understanding lays the groundwork for increased collaboration and exploration of dual-trade national association          AUSTIN, NOVEMBER 28, 2024 – At their 81st Annual National Conference, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC), together with representatives from the Electrical Contractors Association of Manitoba (ECAM), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a collaborative…

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Mechanical Contractors Association Launches First Children’s Book

“Susie’s Shed” intends to showcase the trades to young women and girls AUSTIN, November 28, 2024 – As the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) kicked off their 81st Annual National Conference, the association and its Women in Mechanical Contracting Committee (WiMC) used the opportunity to announce the publication of their first children’s book showcasing…

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MCAC Response to Changes to Capital Gains Taxation Policies

In response to the proposed changes to the Capital Gains taxation policies, MCAC provided the following statement: “A significant majority of mechanical contracting firms in Canada are considered small- or medium-sized companies, or SMEs. As a trade contractor association, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) is concerned with any taxation policy that would negatively…

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MCAC Applauds Federal Funding for Women in the Skilled Trades, Urges Additional Supports

MCAC was pleased to see today’s announcement from the federal government providing funding to organizations to help underrepresented apprentices, specifically women, develop key skills and gain positions in the Red Seal trades. In addition to today’s announcement, MCAC encourages the government to continue exploring programs to offset the cost of gender-specific PPE as an additional…

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Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada Applauds Government of Canada 9-8-8 Helpline

With the announcement today from the Government of Canada, launching the national 9-8-8 suicide crisis helpline, the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada offered the following statement: “The Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada was pleased to see the Government of Canada’s announcement today on the 9-8-8 suicide crisis helpline. Health and safety remains of critical importance…

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