The BC Construction Association (BCCA) is recognizing four employers with five Builders Code Champion Awards this year for leading the way in advancing the workforce culture of B.C.’s industrial, commercial, and institutional construction sector

The Builders Code Champion Awards were launched in 2019 by the BCCA to recognize employers that are taking positive, proactive measures to successfully eliminate discrimination, hazing, bullying and harassment on worksites. The Builders Code baseline code of conduct standard assists employers by promoting the importance of psychological as well as physical safety for all workers, making sites safer and more productive

This year, 19 nominations were reviewed by Minerva BC, the BC Construction Association (BCCA), and the Builders Code Employer Advisors. While a celebration event will not be held due to the COVID-19 pandemic, videos showcasing the award winners’ approach to culture change, and the role Builders Code plays in that change, will be available in the new year. The winner videos from last year are available on the Builders Code website.

The 2021 Builders Code Champion Award categories and winners are:

• Community Champion (Large Employer Category): RAM Engineering
• Community Champion (Small and Medium Employer Category): Lacey Construction
• Contractor of the Year: Westcana Electric
• Loyalty Champion: Houle Electric
• Workplace Culture Champion: Westcana Electric

Of this year’s winners, only Lacey Construction is a first-time honoree. Westcana Electric from Prince George is receiving its fifth Builders Code Award and has become an inspiration for others in the construction industry as an example of positive growth through workforce diversification.  RAM is receiving its third, and Houle its second award.

“On behalf of everyone at BCCA, Minerva BC and all our Builders Code partners, sincere congratulations to all the winners and nominees for their leadership in shaping a new workplace culture for construction,” said Chris Atchison, president, BCCA. “Across BC, hundreds of employers have adopted the Builders Code and are using its valuable resources to achieve great things. As a result, they’re also gaining an important operational advantage with tradespeople increasingly seeking out Builders Code employers that are demonstrating their commitment to safe and inclusive workplaces.”