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Knowing the Signs of Depression in Men (and How to Help)

November 15, 2024/in News Posts/by Movember.com

Intro by Chris Atchison In 2014, I was handed a series of challenges that shook my foundation. I lost my father, battled constant pain waiting for a hip replacement, and faced a cancer diagnosis that reminded me of my mortality in ways I hadn’t faced before. With a strong family, supportive friends, and a workplace […]

You’ve Signed the Pledge – Now What?

October 30, 2024/in News Posts/by Diane Jolicoeur

For all those companies who’ve signed the Builders Code Acceptable Worksite Pledge – Thank you! By committing to the Pledge of building an acceptable workplace culture, you’ve taken an important step towards creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce, as well as strengthening productivity, safety, and retention in the construction industry. What comes next? Signing […]

The Builders Code: Paving the Way for a Safer and More Inclusive Construction Industry

September 18, 2024/in News Posts, President/by Chris Atchison

The Builders Code is not just another initiative; it’s a groundbreaking commitment to transforming the construction industry from the ground up. It sets a standard code of conduct for job sites across British Columbia, addressing the urgent need to eliminate bullying, hazing, harassment, and discrimination. By doing so, we are fostering an environment where workers can thrive, free from the toxic behaviors that have too often been tolerated or overlooked in the past.

Andy Calitz, LNG Canada

“We are committed to creating a workplace that supports equity and diversity. Our support of the Builders Code will help the province grow and retain its skilled labour pool.”

Paul Hill, Houle Electric

“Our people are what makes Houle successful, and we’re devoted to providing a safe and healthy work environment for all our employees.”

Chris Atchison, BC Construction Association

“A skilled tradesperson is a valuable asset, not a gender or demographic. Worksite behavior is not a women’s issue, it’s a business issue.”

Interview with Builders Code Employer Workplace Culture Coach Diane Jolicoeur as new culture training for construction site leaders is launched	CBC Radio Kelowna	14/08/2019
An Interview with new Builders Code Employer Workplace Culture Coach, Diane Jolicoeur	CHNL – Kamloops Radio	30/04/2019
BC Builders Code campaign asks workers to not be a ‘tool’	Journal Of Commerce	04/04/2019
B.C. Builders Code aims to change trades workplace culture, retain more women	Times Colonist	03/04/2019
B.C. Builders Code aims to change trades workplace culture, retain more women	Pique News Magazine	09/03/2019
New code aims to increase number of women working in B.C. construction industry	Prince George Matters	09/03/2019
B.C. backs push to get more women working in construction	CTV Vancouver Island	08/03/2019
B.C. Builders Code aims to change trades workplace culture, retain more women	Delta Optimist	08/03/2019
BC Construction Industry Introduces Worksite Conduct Standards to Improve Worker Retention	Benzinga	08/03/2019
BC Construction Industry Launches Ambitious “10×10” Inclusivity Goal	Business Examiner	08/03/2019
B.C. Builders Code aims to change trades workplace culture, retain more women	Vancouver Coruier	08/03/2019
BC Tradeswomen Society says new policy aimed at helping women working in construction ‘won’t change anything’	The Star Vancouver	08/03/2019
B.C.’s construction industry launches code of conduct on International Women’s Day	BC Government News	08/03/2019
New code aims to increase number of women working in B.C. construction industry	24News	08/03/2019
Chris Atchison: B.C. launches builders code with aim to make skilled construction workforce 10 per cent women by 2028	Vancouver Sun	08/03/2019
B.C. looking to increase number of women in construction industry	CTV News	08/03/2019