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Troy Abromaitis leads off our Top 10 Under 40 list

Troy MacBeth Abromaitis was officially introduced to the construction sector when he took a job within the homebuilding and construction sector 16 years ago with Wallmark Homes in Burnaby, B.C.


Ritchie Bros CEO named Innovator of the Year

Ann Fandozzi joined Ritchie Bros. in January 2020. Three months later, the world shut down due to the pandemic, and Fandozzi moved Ritchie Bros. 100 per cent online auctions. The change was immediately successful.


Bond a rising star in the industry

“Don’t be afraid to get your boots dirty. Ask questions and get out there, learn everything, become a big sponge,” she says. “You can’t be afraid to get out and ask questions. Learn from everybody. It’s an older industry, listen to those people, absorb that information.”
 
 
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MAGAZINE 
 

Who is ready for CONEXPO?

Editor Andrew Snook looks at the highly popular convention in Las Vegas and shares his thoughts on what 2023 holds in store. » Read article...
 
Sponsored Spotlight 
 
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JOB BOARD 
 

Skilled workers are needed now!

From labourers to electricians to construction site superintendents, Canada’s construction sector is desperate for skilled employees. Check out the job board today to see what is available. » Learn more...
 
LOOKING BACK AT 2022 
 

JANUARY: One More Load: Shortage of skilled trades

Columnist Richard Lyall explains that construction is the key driver of the economy and vital for recovery. “You can’t build back better if you don’t have builders.” » Read more...


FEBRUARY: ORBA names Kevin Machej as its 2022 president

“I am very pleased to pass the president’s gavel on to Kevin,” Rocky Coco said. “Kevin brings a unique set of skills and a wealth of knowledge to the road building industry. His experience in finance, operations and strategy is a boon to the association.” » Read more...


MARCH: Brendan Nobes elected chair of the CCA board

“I know the last two years have tested us all and presented us with great uncertainty, but it truly feels like a tide is turning for the better,” Brendan Nobes said during his address to the CCA at the AGM. » Read more...
 
EVENTS 
 

World of Concrete

Date: January 17-19, 2023
Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
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ASGA 2023 AGM Convention

Date: January 18-19, 2023
Location: River Cree Resort and Casino, Alta.
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The ARA Show

Date: February 11-15, 2023
Location: Orlando, Fla.
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CONEXPO-CON/AGG

Date: March 14-18, 2023
Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
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Expo Grands Travaux

Date: April 21-22, 2023
Location: Saint-Hyacinthe, Que.
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Hillhead 2024

Date: June 25-27, 2024
Location: Buxton, UK.
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