DECEMBER 15, 2025

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TOP GBCA NEWS

2025 Holiday Party

GBCA members gathered at the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts to celebrate the year and collected more than 300 toys for the CLC Toy Drive, supporting Toys for Tots this holiday season.

Tools of the Trade: Comparing Today’s Leading Digital Takeoff Platforms

GBCA and TLC Estimating hosted a webinar comparing three leading digital takeoff platforms, giving attendees real-world insight into how each tool fits into everyday estimating workflows.

GBCA Connects with Future Talent at JA Inspire STEM Event

GBCA connected with more than 2,000 students at Junior Achievement’s JA Inspire STEM Series, showcasing careers in the union construction industry through interactive activities and career conversations.

Holiday Schedule: Christmas 2025 & New Year’s Day 2026

Our collective bargaining agreements provide for the following with respect to the observance of Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day.

Construction Today Issue 3: Building Excellence

Dive into the newest edition of Construction Today, highlighting the incredible projects, people, and progress shaping union construction across Greater Philadelphia, including:

  • 2025 Construction Excellence Award Winners
  • 2025 Safety Awards winners
  • Transformative projects like Cobbs Creek Golf Course and Temple University’s Paley Hall
  • Workforce development initiatives at Build My Future 2025
  • and more!

CLC UPDATE

CLC Goes Behind the Scenes of the Philadelphia Ballet Expansion

The Construction Leadership Council toured Turner Construction’s Philadelphia Ballet expansion project before closing out 2025 with a night of bowling and celebration.

GBCA EVENTS

2026 Annual Meeting Sponsorship

January 26, The Bellevue Hotel

Support GBCA’s largest and most anticipated event of the year by securing your 2026 Annual Meeting sponsorship. 


Join us for our members-only annual reception as we begin our 135th year of service and look ahead to new and exciting initiatives in 2026—this year at a brand-new location.


Individual ticket sales will open January 5th.

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RESOURCES

OSHA Toolbox Talk: Cold Stress Prevention: Winter Safety on the Jobsite

This OSHA Toolbox Talk highlights essential cold-weather safety practices to help workers recognize, prevent, and respond to cold stress hazards throughout the winter season.

GBCA Safety Toolbox Talk: Holiday Safety Tips

This GBCA Toolbox Talk highlights essential holiday safety tips—covering fire prevention, winter driving, and responsible celebrations—to help keep you and your loved ones safe this season.

AGC RESOURCES & NEWS

AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum

January 14, 2026, 2pm - 3pm, Online

The AGC Mental Health & Suicide Prevention Forum brings together members from across the industry to exchange insights, challenges, and resources in a supportive virtual setting.

INDUSTRY NEWS

DrinkPAK Invests $195 Million in New Philadelphia Manufacturing Facility, Anchoring Bellwether District Redevelopment

Philadelphia’s Bellwether District is gaining momentum as DrinkPAK announces a $195 million investment to build a 1.4 million-square-foot manufacturing facility, bringing new jobs and major construction opportunities to the region.

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