BURNABY, B.C. — A new construction model was unveiled by the B.C. government today (July 16) that mandates community benefits agreements on key public-sector infrastructure projects in the province.
The first projects to be delivered under the framework are the new Pattullo Bridge and the four-laning projects on the Trans-Canada Highway between Kamloops and Alberta. The request for qualifications for the Pattullo Bridge Replacement Project has also been released.
Highlights of the community benefits agreement include:
- A targeted approach to apprenticeship opportunities on major public-infrastructure projects.
- A focus on priority hiring and training of Indigenous people and women.
- Co-ordinated access to existing training programs, while identifying and addressing skills gaps.
- Priority hiring for qualified individuals who live within close proximity of the projects.
- Hiring flexibility for contractors, who can request named hires.
- Wage alignment to prevailing industry rates to promote good wages for all employees.
The Journal of Commerce will have more on this story in an upcoming article, including reaction from construction industry stakeholders.
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