b'DESTINATION BARBADOSA preview of the MCAC 2025 Annual National ConferenceMATTHEW BRADFORDT he Mechanical ContractorsThe annual conference is an opportunityParkes-Blanc says. Barbados offers a good Association of Canada (MCAC) isfor industry leaders to gather, learn a bitbalance in terms of being able to have setting its sights on Barbados for more about the mechanical contractingleisure time and networking, but also the 82nd Annual National Conference.sector and sit down with each otherbeing a location where you canThis fall, from November 26 to 29, 2025,to talk about whats going on in theirconduct business.the MCAC will host mechanical con- industry, says Kay Parkes-Blanc, MCACsAt the heart of the conference is a tracting professionals and stakeholders formarketing and business developmentdynamic lineup of educational breakout three days of professional development,coordinator. The networking aspect alone peer networking and memorable experi- is worth the trip, she adds: Its a greatsessions designed to address both the ences on the sunny shores of opportunity to spend time in the sameimmediate challenges and emerging trends Bridgetown, Barbados. room with manufacturers, distributors, shaping mechanical contracting today. At suppliers and contractors to help growtime of writing, sessions include:Building on previous years shows,your business, learn a few things you canNavigating the New Normal: Trade, MCACs flagship event will providetake back with you and become more attendees with an opportunity to stepvisible and be in the industry yourself. Tariffs and Turmoil;away from their day-to-day operations A Setting for Connection Breaking Down Silos: Increasing and gain critical insights into theBarbados is an inspiring locale forCollaboration Between Contractors, future of the industry. Its organizers areMCACs conference. Beyond the islandsConsultants & Owners;currently assembling speakers, sessionsnatural beauty and charm, the destinationBeachside Briefings: Legal Lifesavers and networking events designed to helpwill provide ample settings for attendees attendees broaden their perspectives,to connect over breakout sessions, eveningfor Mechanical Contractors;strengthen their business strategies andsocials or informal chats on the beach.Build Canada Now: Navigating return home inspired and better equippedWe wanted to pick a spot that reallythe New Normal for Canadasto lead. allows for connection and learning,Mechanical Contractors;14 www.mcac.ca'