July 20, 2026 - Contractors say policy on major public builds in Manitoba trying to fix problem that doesn't exist

Check out this story from the CBC on the Manitoba Jobs Agreement.

June 24, 2026 - MJA Bidding Survey

WCA, MHCA, CARM and Merit are looking to understand how the Manitoba Jobs Agreement (MJA) is affecting local contractors’ bidding habits. You can fill out a very brief survey at this link to help us better understand how the MJA is impacting local contractors.

June 22, 2026 Update – MJA Addendum and Legal Opinion

On or about May 27, 2026, Manitoba and the BTBC signed an Addendum addressing the situation of contractors and subcontractors that have bargaining relationships with unions that are not affiliated with BTBC.

The Winnipeg Construction Association, Manitoba Heavy Construction Association, Construction Association of Rural Manitoba and Merit Contractors Association jointly obtained a legal opinion regarding the interpretation and potential application of the Addendum. You can find a member summary of the legal opinion here.