Fort McMurray Construction Association (FMCA)

The Fort McMurray Construction Association (FMCA) is an organization created to become a link among construction companies in Fort McMurray. This organization also creates a standard for the implementation of policies and procedures of Fort McMurray construction companies. Established since 1987, FMCA now represents more than 100 companies. General contractors and subcontractors, developers, realtors, non-profit organizations, financial institutions, and other professionals are among its esteemed members. Its goal is achieved through the regulation and promotion of public policies and government processes related to the industry.

The official website of Fort McMurray Construction Association is found at fmca.net. At present, information on the website focuses on the RED Link's goals, member associations, and strategies. There is also an area where construction firms and vendors can create an account to access more features of the organization's website.

The RED Link

The Regional Economic Development Link serves as a chain among related industries so that they will be aware of the standards and will benefit in the success of each industry. The RED Link provides opportunities through which the companies can share information, research, promotions, networking, communication, and sales.

RED Link is associated with the Fort McMurray Construction Association (FMCA) and the Fort McMurray Chamber of Commerce (FMCC).

RED Link's role

When the RED Link between the FMCA and the FMCC was created in 2003, its goal is to strengthen and diversify the economy in the region. It seeks to help its member and clients who would like to be successful in their business endeavors in the area.

RED Link's complementary strategies

The RED Link performs its roles through three strategies:

Business Retention - It enhances the opportunities for development of existing businesses.

Business Development - It helps business owners to reach the available resources to make their businesses successful.

Business Formation - It provides opportunities for the creation of new businesses in the region.