This morning the BC Government announced the introduction of Bill 20: Construction Prompt Payment Act. ECABC is proud to have been part of the consultation process in making our members' highest public policy priority a reality. Read ECABC's official press release here: eca.bc.ca/ecabc-applauds-int…

Shoutout to all the electrical contractors across North America who built and upgraded host stadiums for this year's World Cup. Your work has helped bring to life these venues and make the tournament possible. @ECA_BC

⛰️ Kelowna 🛩️ 🏔️ Whistler We are excited to announce the ECABC 2027 Conference & AGM will take place at the @FairmontWhistlr on June 15th & 16th. Mark your calendars! More information will be available soon!

📣 Calling all ECABC members! ECABC is hosting a virtual session on June 19 for members to share their input to help shape the Association’s submission to the BC Government on the new prompt payment rules. This is your opportunity to weigh in on key issues like payment timelines, adjudication, interest rates for late payment, and industry readiness. Can’t attend? No worries, you can still contribute through the member survey. Reserve your spot or find the link to our survey here: eca.bc.ca/event/ecabc-consul…

BC's PST expansion is a tax on tax, and everyone pays the price. Come this fall, the cost of every new home, major project and small business will cost more. British Columbians can't afford another squeeze. Visit stopthesqueeze.ca to take action. 1/2 #stopthesqueeeze

ECABC's Community Contribution Award is in recognition of a unique and impactful contribution an ECABC member company made to a community, nonprofit organization or charitable cause during 2025. 🏆 ECABC was happy to give the inaugural Community Contribution Award to @MottElectric for their two-million-dollar leadership gift to @bcit's INSPIRE Campaign. Congratulations to the Mott Electric Team! 👏 "Being recognized by the ECABC and our peers for this inaugural award is an honour for our family business. And yet the Mott Electric Pavillion – something we are deeply proud of – is a win for the entire electrical ecosystem and the future of our workforce." - Ellisha Mott

ECABC President @Matt_MacInnis presented to the annual Budget Consultation Committee yesterday, sharing the electrical industry's perspectives on trades training, capital funding and tax policy. Thank you to the MLAs for their time. #bcpoli

ECABC's Exceptional Achievement Award was created to recognize a uniquely high performing individual for one of our members, and selected by a panel of ECABC Hall of Fame judges. 🏆 ECABC was happy to give the inaugural Exceptional Achievement Award to Dave Manson of Fettback & Heesterman, nominated by Andrew Fettback. Dave has made a significant impact on the growth, confidence, and capability of the F&H team. Congratulations Dave! 👏 “Growth is a continuous choice, challenges are pervasive, teamwork that incites growth of the team’s respective individuals along that path, is inspiring.” - Dave Manson

ECABC's Volunteer of the Year Award, selected by the ECABC Team, recognizes the outstanding contribution of an individual throughout the year to the Association. 🏆 We are proud to have awarded Derek Mott with the 2025 Volunteer of the Year Award. Derek was a key figure in assisting ECABC build our new Coquitlam Office, lending his expertise and time for site visits, calls with the construction team and much more. Derek, we appreciate everything you have done for the ECABC team. Congratulations! 👏 "I’m honoured to be recognized, but this was really about supporting the association and giving back to the industry. Being involved in the buildout of the new office was a great opportunity to contribute to something that will benefit members for years to come." - Derek Mott

ECABC was honoured to induct Rob Tate, President of Canwest Agency Ltd., into our Hall of Fame. Being inducted to the ECABC's Hall of Fame recognizes an individual's lifetime of dedication and service to the electrical industry and Association. From building his career on hard work and strong values to leading with integrity and compassion, Rob Tate’s journey has left a meaningful mark on the electrical industry and the many communities he’s generously supported along the way. For decades Rob has helped electrical contractors find what they need at the right price. Welcome to the Hall of Fame, Rob!

ECABC was honoured to welcome Bill Strain, Owner & President of Villa Electric (1980) Ltd., into our Hall of Fame. Being inducted to the ECABC's Hall of Fame is the highest honour the Association can bestow upon a member. From humble beginnings as an apprentice electrician to a respected industry leader and tireless community volunteer, Bill Strain’s journey is a testament to passion, leadership, and a lifelong commitment to building both his industry and the people within it. Bill served nearly 20 years on ECABC's Board, believed to be one of the longest tenures in the organization's 74 year history. Welcome to the Hall of Fame, Bill!

Our 74th Annual ECABC Conference & AGM in Kelowna was a success! 🙌 With 150 attendees, we heard from industry leaders, received insights on the construction landscape and what to expect with the implementation of prompt payment legislation, and ended the night celebrating our industry and honouring legends in our field by inducting them to our Hall of Fame. Thank you to all who joined us, as well as our generous sponsors and brilliant speakers who helped make this event such a success.

Join us in Prince George for our Central Chapter AGM! 🤝 Hosted at the Northern Lights Estate Winery, connect with peers and get the latest on industry updates. @TimMcEwan1, Senior VP of Corporate Affairs at @MA_BC, joins us as our featured speaker, sharing key updates within the mining industry for Central and Northern BC. Reserve your spot today! eca.bc.ca/event/ecabc-centra…

Join us for an exclusive webinar with @bchydro on the long-term strategy to deliver reliable, affordable, and clean electricity across B.C. This is a can't-miss session to stay informed on upcoming potential work on BC's electricity system. 🌊 Graham Fenwick, Brian Wong, and Anders Lam will break down key programs and projects, future opportunities, and key policy updates. Reserve your spot now! eca.bc.ca/course/webinar-bc-…

Today's Conference & AGM couldn't be possible without the support of all of our sponsors! Thank you to all of our incredible sponsors for your support and generosity! 🤝

Live at @ECA_BC 's 2026 conference: our Construction Insights panel featuring representatives from GCs, utility and major project owners, hosted by @richardzussman

Happening now at our #ECABC2026 Conference! Our speakers from @McMillanLLP are discussing the implementation of #PromptPayment legislation, and what members should expect. #BC #Alberta #Ontario

Our member @MilwaukeeTool had many great conversations with fellow members about their products, and even offering a giveaway prize! 🛠️ Make sure to stop by their station to enter! #ECABC2026

Some of our members began their #Kelowna experience early by participating in a Wine Tour yesterday led by Signature Connections. Following the Wine Tour, our Board of Directors enjoyed a beautiful dinner at @CedarCreekWine. #ECABC2026

It’s a full house at our Welcome Party! @BNABrewing Welcome to #Kelowna! We look forward to seeing all our members tomorrow at our Conference & AGM!

We had a great turn out! A special thanks to @RoofingCABC and @MCABC members for joining us! We also want to give a special thanks to Jamieson Virgin from @McMillanLLP for taking the time to join ECABC President @Matt_MacInnis for a special webinar on BC's Construction Prompt Payment Act. The legislation will provide construction contractors and suppliers with important new tools to ensure they get paid in a fairly and reasonable timeline for work they have done. We always look forward to hosting collaborative sessions with our fellow Associations.