We are the Sault Ste. Marie & Algoma District’s best source for Construction Project Information, including Plans & Specs, Construction Labour Relations Consulting Services, and all other Construction Advocacy Services. Your membership dues provide you with both tangible, cost savings benefits as well as the intangible benefit of having people work to improve the environment in which you do business in. We improve our members ability to get new business by providing a Plan Room, influencing procurement policy and providing opportunities to network with procurement decision makers. We protect our members business interests by relentlessly advocating for a fair and level playing field and by holding our members to the highest ethical standards. We provide members with the tools to increase profitability by improving health and safety performance and reducing unplanned safety related costs. We help members improve cash flow by advocating for Prompt Payment legislation, educating members and buyers on procurement best practices We improve the business environment for members by: · Providing timely, relevant and accurate information and training about industry trends including impending changes to legislation and regulations. · Fostering relationships with unions · Advocating for a legislative and regulatory environment that supports success in the construction industry. We support members business sustainability by proactively searching out new technologies and innovative solutions in our industry. Here are some of the more tangible services and benefits of SSMCA membership. Electronic Plan room Subscription to BestBidz Plans room/plans Copying - Examine plans and specs for projects in our facility or have a set printed for your office. Plan List sent daily - A list of available project information for tenders in the region. Ronald M. Elliott Meeting Room: A Meeting or Training facility for up to 20 people that is available to Members at no charge.
