The strength of any industry association is embedded in a strong membership that reasonably represents as diverse a cross section of its industry as possible. Collectively, we all need AMBA to remain a strong unified voice for our members who are actively involved in the Metal Building Systems market here in Alberta. The more diverse and larger the body, the more effective we can be as an association in representing the interests of the membership. Membership in our Association provides a source for updates on issues and developments affecting the Metal Building Systems Erectors in the province of Alberta.
AMBA 2023 AGM Recap
Message from the Executive Director: April 2023
Message from the Chair: April 2023
The AMBA Board members continue to pursue erectors working in Alberta to join AMBA. AMBA is founded by Metal Building Erectors and will always be at the core of our Metal Building Association. However, it has been challenging to get erector companies to join AMBA. Perhaps it is because erectors may not find value in the association, aren’t aware of all the AMBA programs available to them, and don’t have the time to participate in meetings. The AMBA membership easily pays for itself: bursaries, awards, marketing, access to industry participants and networking! Please reach out to your erector companies and educate them on the benefits of joining AMBA… together we can make a difference.
Message from the Executive Director: January 2023
Well, 2022 is now in the rear-view mirror and it certainly was eventful! From COVID, the war in Ukraine, soaring inflation, supply chain disruptions – we had it all. The Christmas Season arrived with weather that dealt North America a series of brutal winter storms, totally disrupting holiday travel and leaving people abandoned and unable to get home. What a year!
Message from the Chair: January 2023
AMBA continues to be focused on supporting Metal Building Erectors and filling seats in the Ironworker (MBSE) Education Program. The AMBA membership pays for itself when members send their employees for Ironworker MBSE training at NAIT or SAIT. AMBA has increased each of the 1st and second year awards to $1,500 – these awards are presented to the applicants achieving top marks in year 1 or 2. Additionally, there is a $750 bursary available for any AMBA member employee attending 1st year or 2nd year MBSE training. If you know of Erectors that are not currently part of AMBA, please share this message. As MBSEs retire, we need to ensure that we have a pipeline of well trained erectors.
AMBA Membership Committee Report: January 2023
Welcome to 2023, a year that seems poised to hold good potential for Alberta in general, and our Steel Building Market in particular. Alberta has always persevered through the ups and downs of political and economic winds of change. Strong indications are that we will see increased population growth and economic activity, as we build on our oil and gas legacy and at the same time, transition into alternative energy markets and carbon capture and storage.