Did you know that Merit continues to be the fastest growing construction association in Canada?
Did you know that Merit is the 2nd largest provider of high school awards in the province of Alberta, next to the provincial government?
Did you know that Merit has over 1,200 members?
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Representing the voice of open shop construction in Alberta, Merit Contractors Association focuses on the human resource needs of contractors offering employee benefits, training, retirement programs, tuition refunds and more.
Come to Merit's Construction Fair in London, ON
This Recruitment Fair takes place Sunday, May 11 from 9am - 8pm and Monday, May 12 from 9am - 5pm at the Hilton London Ballroom. Meet with prospective employers about construction career possibilities in Alberta. Visit www.albertaconstructionjobs.ca for more informationSimple Rule Change Would See More Construction Workers Trained in Alberta
For immediate release - March 18, 2008 Edmonton: A survey of construction companies by Edmonton-based Merit Contractors Association of Alberta reaffirms that the shortage of skilled workers is an ongoing concern for the industry. Read the news release...
Contractors Group says Union Leaders 'Secret Agenda' will hurt Albertans
For immediate release - February 27, 2008 Edmonton: "Edmonton-based Merit Contractors Association of Alberta launched a second ad campaign challenging union leaders fronting the "Albertans for Change" coalition to come clean about their secret agenda for Alberta..." Read the news release... View first ad... View second ad...National Post Story: Stelmach target of union attack ads
By Kevin Libin, Published February 15, 2008, National Post "As assuredly as dogs hate vacuum cleaners and kids hate flossing, it is one of the universe’s cosmic truths that unions detest conservative governments..." Read more...
Union Leaders are Putting YOUR money where THEIR mouths are
For immediate release - January 24, 2008 Edmonton: "Union Leaders are putting YOUR money where THEIR mouths are" This statement is the theme behind an ad campaign co-sponsored by the National Citizens Coalition and Merit Contractors Association of Alberta. Read the news release... Read more...New Merit Partnership with Reed Construction Data (RCD)
For immediate release - January 22, 2008 Edmonton: Reed Construction Data (RCD) is pleased to announce their new alliance partnership with Merit Contractors Association. Read more... 
Edmonton's 10th Construction Boot Camp runs August 18 - August 29, 2008.
If you want to work in a construction trade, click here to find out more about Construction Boot Camp.
Boot Camp Employers Rave About Results
"Excellent process for screening and initial training." - Paul Paridaen, Fillmore Construction Management Inc.
"Great program that is producing quality, motivated employees who want a career in the construction industry." - Coram Construction
In July, Merit will run four Construction Boot Camp classes. Approximately 60 students will be available for placements. If you are looking for starters in your trade, contact Shaley at (780) 455-5999 as soon as possible.
Merit Signs Available
Crane signs, site signs, safety signs and site sign stickers are available to Merit members. For more details or to order materials, refer to the Signage Request FormNEW! Construction Statistics page
 | We have put together a collection of statistics related to the construction industry. Click to visit our Construction Statistics page. |