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On April 28, Canada’s National Day of Mourning, CLR joined labour, government, and industry partners to remember workers who have lost their lives or been impacted by workplace incidents.
In Victoria, CLR was on the steps of the BC Legislature alongside partners from across the…

Happy Construction Month from our team to yours! CLR is excited to celebrate the 9th annual Construction & Skilled Trades Month and is proud to support the British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA)’s #BuiltRight campaign as a 2026 sponsor.

#LunchBoxCelebration

Every April, CLR celebrates Construction Month by…

Before it became a tournament, it was a reputation built over decades.

That reputation is carried forward each year through the Ben Backman Memorial Industry Leaders Invitational Golf Tournament.

Sponsorship opportunities are now open for the 17th Annual tournament, and several key sponsorships remain available.…

On February 17, 2026, the Province released Budget 2026, outlining its three-year fiscal plan and capital investment strategy. While there remain concerns surrounding a mounting deficit and debt, and additional taxation and other measures to address continued economic pressures on the BC economy, CLR…

As we head into the Family Day long weekend, we wish our members and partners time to rest and reconnect. We also recognize that communities across British Columbia are grieving following this week’s tragic events. Our thoughts are with those affected. Our office will…

Your input directly shapes CLR services and advocacy. The Annual Membership Survey helps ensure CLR priorities reflect what matters most to members. It takes just 10 to 15 minutes to share what is working, what is not, and where you want to see focus…

Payroll Bulletins: 2026 Automobile Deduction Limits and Periodic Leave Rate Adjustments

Dear CLR Members,
Finance Canada has released updated automobile deduction limits and expense benefit rates for 2026, including changes to mileage allowances and capital cost allowance (CCA) thresholds. Effective January 1, 2026 the annual mileage…

Please see below for important year-end notices, including our Christmas office hours and the 2026 statutory holiday schedule.

2025-2026 Holiday CLR Office Hours

Wednesday, December 24 — Office closes at 12:00 PM
Thursday, December 25 — Closed
Friday, December 26 — Closed
December 29, 2025 – January…

Now Hiring: Administrative Assistant at CLR
Are you an organized, proactive professional who thrives in a collaborative environment? Join the Construction Labour Relations Association of BC (CLR) — a trusted voice representing over 300 unionized construction companies across the province.
We’re looking for an Administrative Assistant…

CLR is always looking to highlight the people and projects shaping BC’s construction industry. Have a best practice, innovation, or success story to share? Submit your story below for a chance to be featured in our newsletter.

Please email us at [email protected] to share your…