Banff, AB Welcomes You
The Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel is known worldwide as the Castle in the Rockies. From its opening in 1888, to the fire of 1926, and from the 70s when it became a winter destination to […]
February 2018
Marketing Committee Update
TIAC’s marketing committee has been hard at work on its mandate to promote the association’s brand and activities, and by extension, promote education about and the use of mechanical insulation. Shaun Ekert, TIAC’s vice-president and […]
Construction Outlook 2018
2018 looks to be a good year for the Canadian construction industry, according to Canada’s top national and regional construction professionals. “The future is very bright,” said Chris McNally, chair of the Canadian Construction Association […]
TIAC’s Year in Review
What does 2018 have in store for TIAC members? According to Steve Clayman, TIAC’s director of energy initiatives, it’s a mixed bag. On the one hand, technological trends such as energy efficiency are undoubtedly good […]
On Leadership: Building a Mentoring Culture
If you’re like me, you didn’t get to where you are in life without someone mentoring you. Had it not been for the strong guidance and personal involvement of at least a half-dozen very good […]
Focus and Discipline
Over my career I have had the privilege of getting insight from many trade contractors, particularly HVACR and plumbing contractors. The range of profitability from one contractor to another is extensive. I recently completed my […]