b'EVENTSYOUNG BUILDERSMAKING WAVESOne of the years most exciting events was the Young Builders Launch at BNA Brewing, where the future of construction took centre stage. This gathering provided a unique platform for younger members to network, exchange ideas and discuss the industrys future. Engaging the younger workforce is crucial for the evolution of our industry, and these events are instrumental in helping them advance their professional goals while shaping the future of construction.Following the launch, the Young Builders Lawn Bowling event was a hit, offering a fun and relaxed environment to engage with peers. We encourage more young professionals to join in and discover the exciting opportunities within theA HEARTFELT THANK YOU LOOKING AHEADconstruction sector. If youre interestedWe extend our deepest gratitude to allAs we reflect on a year of remarkable in getting involved or joining the Youngour participants and, especially, ourevents, were already gearing up for Builders committee, reach out to ussponsors. Your involvement is crucialan even more dynamic 2025. Ourwere always eager to welcome freshto the success of our events and theevents list continues to grow, and we perspectives and ideas. encourage you to stay informed by ongoing vitality of SICA. Withoutvisiting our website and subscribing to your support, we couldnt achieve theour newsletter. Together, lets continue to HITTING THE MARK remarkable outcomes we do. Yourbuild a strong, connected community in WITH TRAP & SKEET participation not only makes ourthe southern interior construction sector.Our Trap & Skeet event at Kamloops onevents possible but also helps us driveHeres to more successful events and June 26 was another highlight, thanksforward our mission of strengtheninga future filled with opportunities for to the dedicated volunteers from theand connecting the southern interiorgrowth and collaboration!Shotgun Sports Club and the Kamloopsconstruction community. Your Paddlewheelers Lions Club. Their supportcommitment plays a vital role inFor more details and to stay updated on and enthusiasm made the event enjoyablesustaining and enhancing the value weupcoming events, visit our website or for both novice and experienced shooters.bring to our members and the industrycontact us directly. We look forward to The Paddlewheelers kept everyone well- as a whole. seeing you at our future gatherings!fed and entertained, contributing to the events continued success.REFLECTING ON THECCO WORKSHOPWe wrapped up our highly anticipated CCO Workshop, held on February 8, 2024. This pivotal event brought together contractors, consultants and public owners for a day of insightful discussions and innovative ideas. The workshop featured sessions on generative AI and digitization in construction, with keynote speaker Dr. Shimi Kang presenting on The Future-Ready Mind. Her engaging talk provided valuable strategies for reducing industry-related stresses and adapting to future challenges. Other sessions, including those on ideal project outcomes and contract diligence, received high praise for their practical insights and real-world relevance.SICA CONSTRUCTION REVIEWFall 202419'