Moncton Northeast Construction Association
It Makes Good Business Sense

The Moncton Northeast Construction Association, established in 1942, is one of New Brunswick’s leading business associations, representing the interests of general contractors, trade and sub contractors and suppliers to the construction industry at the local, provincial and national level. The Association membership includes nearly 300 businesses, mainly operating in eastern New Brunswick from Campbellton to Sackville.

One might ask the question, "Why do so many businesses join the Association?" The answer is simple. By joining MNECA, your firm will be able to take advantage of many "membership only" privileges aimed at improving the efficiency, the visibility and the bottom line of your firm.

The major benefits that motivate firms to become members can be divided in six major categories.

• Advocacy/Voice of the Industry Community
• Project Information
• Networking
• Directory
• Benefits/Discounts
• Labour Relations

Advocacy

We promote the contributions and importance of the construction industry to our economy. We make the views of construction-related firms known to governments, legislators, the media and the public. Membership in the Association allows you to have a voice in this process. The Association is a member of the Construction Association of New Brunswick and the Canadian Construction Association and maintains a relationship with other construction-related associations throughout the Atlantic Region.

Project Information

As well as providing plans for viewing of all government and many private projects throughout Atlantic Canada, the Association publishes a weekly bulletin which contains vital information such as the tender calling authority, closing dates and times, and addendums/amendments. The Association also provides bidder’s list, planholder lists, low bid and tender award information on all projects. 24-hour access to the facility is also available which allows on-site viewing of plans and specifications at all times. As well, using the CINet database MNECA provides its members internet access to all project information.

Networking

Throughout the year MNECA host numerous social functions including monthly dinner meetings, a curling bonspiel and a golf tournament. These events provide members endless networking and educational opportunities. The informal settings of these events encourage easy conversation and exchange of business cards and ideas.

Directory

Since MNECA is a member of the Construction Association of New Brunswick, members are listed in the Annual CANB Directory. This Directory is published each January and is distributed to all members and is available to anyone seeking construction-related services.

Benefits/Discounts

There are numerous benefit programs available to Association members, which can save your firm money. Education and Safety Training is coordinated which provides the membership with a collective price.

Labour Relations

The Association is the accredited employer’s organization under the New Brunswick Industrial Relations Act and bargains on behalf of its certified members with both the Labours International Union of North America and the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America.

Our business is your business

Today, as always, we are here to make sure construction contractors and sector suppliers alike are able to provide the best possible products and services they can, to maintain and enhance their reputation for honesty, reliability and quality workmanship, to stay at the leading edge of consumer protection, and above, to grow and prosper.

For more information about membership in the Moncton Northeast Construction Association, the Association Office is located at 297 Collishaw Street, Moncton or we can be reached as follows:

Telephone: 506-857-4038
Facsimile: 506-857-8861.
Email: info@mneca.ca