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From Apprentice to Foreperson: My Life and Lessons in Construction

Abdul shares his unique path into construction while detailing the perspectives, experiences, and events that have led to his advancement from apprentice to foreperson.

Read insights from Abdul, an Electrical Foreperson on the Broadway Subway Project.

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12 February 2026

Accolades and Awards

BCIB's proud to be recognized for its continuous work to grow, develop, and diversify the skilled trades workforce.

30 January 2026

It’s a Woman’s World: A Message to Future Tradeswomen

Pamela shares a message to future tradeswomen, her perspective on women in construction, and the benefits the industry has brought to her life.

Three cement masons posing for a picture on the new Pattullo Bridge in construction.

14 November 2025

Concrete Ambitions: Three Apprentices’ Red Seal Journey

Read about how three cement masons earned a nationwide professional recognition while working on the new Pattullo bridge.

8 September 2025

Hitting a Home Run: The True Value of Local Work in Construction

Mila shares her perspective on the impact of being a site rep, and the way it connects families and communities.

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21 July 2025

A Carpenter’s Journey: From YouTube to the Jobsite

Ry shares details about his career success and how he found it, saying, "I hope I can inspire people that feel stuck or hesitant to take a chance on themselves."

18 June 2025

From Desk to Crane: Discovering the Unexpected Connections

Will Balata writes about getting away from his desk to try operating some heavy machinery at the annual Operating Engineers Rodeo in B.C.

13 March 2025

Meet BCIB Workforce Operations Representative, Mankaran

BCIB continues working to diversify and grow the skilled trades workforce. We are proud to be recognized for our work across British Columbia.

7 March 2025

Seeking Solutions for Women in the Trades

BCIB continues working to diversify and grow the skilled trades workforce. We are proud to be recognized for our work across British Columbia.

23 August 2024

Still Learning After 25 Years in the Trades

BCIB continues working to diversify and grow the skilled trades workforce. We are proud to be recognized for our work across British Columbia.

24 April 2024

Growing up in a trades family

BCIB's recent co-op, Adam shares how local skilled trades opportunities shaped his childhood.

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5 March 2024

A Canada’s Best Diversity Employer

Read why BCIB was named one of Canada's Best Diversity Employers.

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28 February 2024

BCIB Named a 2024 BC Top Employer

Read why BCIB was named on of BC's Top Employers. Again.

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