Building Newfoundland & Labrador Podcast
The Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Association is proud to bring to you in-depth conversations with the industry’s finest!In collaboration with Gale Force Wins, we set out to interview experienced and involved members of the Newfoundland and Labrador commercial construction industry to get their perspective on their careers, their passions, and their motivations for pursuing them.
Episodes
20 episodes
Season 2 Episode 15 - Neil Tucker
As owner of Tucker Solutions, Neil Tucker details the journey that his family has taken to build the company up to what it is today, and what they have been able to achieve along the way.Now a multi-divisional company offering several ke...
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Season 2
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Episode 15
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10:26
Season 2 Episode 14 - Deanne Oliver
Discussing her role with Skills Canada - Newfoundland and Labrador, Deanne sheds light on the importance of educating our youth on the career opportunities available to them.
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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9:58
Season 2 Episode 13 - Premier Andrew Furey
With eyes locked on the future, Premier Furey shines a light on the exciting opportunities our province has just over the horizon, and the powerful unity that the provincial construction industry displays in our collective effort to make it all...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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Season 2 Episode 12 - Carl Dymond
From his 18 years of service in our military to starting his own business the day after retirement, Carl Dymond is a specialist in efficiency that has developed a way to use drone technology to make life easier for companies and employees alike...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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Season 2 Episode 11 - Scott Penney
With a bright future on the horizon, CEO of the Port of Argentia, Scott Penney takes us through the history of the Port of Argentia from an American base in the 1950s to a quiet community on the brink of an exciting new chapter. Thr...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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18:41
Season 2 Episode 10 - Sean Leet
As a pioneer in an exciting new renewable energy initiative, Director Leet details the action plan of World Energy GH2 and how their goal of harnessing wind energy on the west coast to create renewable hydrogen power will serve as a milestone a...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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11:53
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Season 2 Episode 9 - Sir Roger Tinkham
Sir Roger Tinkham, a distinguished member of the Mazol Shriners - a charity organization that we are proud to support, sheds light on his involvement in the organization and emphasizes the profound impact that even a small act of kindness can h...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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Season 2 Episode 8 - Roy Parsons
An industry professional since the late 1960s, founding member of the NLCA in 1968, and a 2022 Hall of Fame Inductee, Roy Parsons joins us to discuss his incredible career journey, the opportunities within our province, and why it's important t...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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Season 2 Episode 7 - Tonya Whittle
As an advocate for female empowerment, a master of self-help, and a voice of encouragement for all, Tonya Whittle sat with Gale Force Wins to discuss her expertise. Her passion for her profession and her enlightening insights offer the listener...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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Season 2 Episode 6 - Mary Van Buren
With her eyes on the future, the President of the Canadian Construction Association, Mary Van Buren is enthusiastic about the future of the construction industry and sheds light on all of the reasons that you should be too! "It's a great time t...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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Season 2 Episode 5 - Brendan Nobes
With a passion for the industry and what's to come, CCA Board Chair and General Contractor for RCS Construction, Brendan Nobes discusses the importance of inclusion, and how the industry must act to attract new recruits of all backgrounds to be...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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6:14
Season 2 Episode 4 - Pam Parsons
As Minister Responsible for Women and Gender Equality and MHA for the district of Harbour Grace - Port de Grave, Minister Pam Parsons discusses her experience at our Women In Construction Forum and how we can continue to support and empower bot...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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11:49
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Season 2 Episode 3 - Sarah Stoodley
With a background in financial services and technology, Minister Stoodley finds herself embarking on new ground in multiple roles as the Minister of Digital Government and Service NL, Minister Responsible for the Office of the Chief Information...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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6:21
Season 2 Episode 2 - Andrew Parsons
Honourable Andrew Parsons, Minister of Industry Energy & Technology joins us to discuss all of the exciting renewable energy initiatives taking place in our province, and how Newfoundland and Labrador is at the forefront of opportunity as o...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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Season 2 Episode 1 - Elvis Loveless
Honourable Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation & Infrastructure, and Minister Responsible for the Public Procurement Agency joins us to discuss his journey from a childhood in Fortune Bay, Newfoundland, to a career today as a Ministe...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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12:00
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NLCA Board Chair Patrick Lafreniere Message April 2022
Check out the recent message from NLCA's Board Chair Patrick Lafreniere! #advocacy #members
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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8:35
Episode 4 - Building Newfoundland & Labrador Podcast
In episode 4 of the Building Newfoundland & Labrador podcast, we continue our conversations with a new lineup of industry professionals.Valerie Penney is a Project Manager at RCS Construction with a wealth of knowledge and inspiratio...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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Episode 3 - Building Newfoundland & Labrador Podcast
In Episode 3 of the Building Newfoundland & Labrador podcast, we continue our conversations with a new lineup of industry professionals.With over 23 years of experience at Macro Group Ltd., Cheif Operating Officer Rod Ackerman is a s...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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1:19:56
Episode 2 - Building Newfoundland & Labrador Podcast
In Episode 2 of the Building Newfoundland & Labrador podcast, we continue our conversations with a new lineup of the best in the business.With proficiencies in both project management and field engineering, David Cahill has garnered ...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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1:23:28
Episode 1 - Building Newfoundland & Labrador Podcast
In Episode 1 of the Building Newfoundland & Labrador podcast, we kick it off with conversations from some of the best in the business.With a passion for guidance and mentorship for the younger generation, our Board Chair Sandy Murphy...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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