
The Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) is a major player in Canada’s construction and trades industry and beyond. Renowned for its dedication to training, advocacy, and workforce development. Since its founding, ICBA has been committed to elevating safety standards, enhancing workforce skills, and supporting industry professionals through comprehensive and accessible training programs. ICBA Training offers over 900 courses to BC, Alberta, all across Canada, and online. By partnering with BIS Safety Software, ICBA expands its reach, providing innovative, digital solutions that cater to the unique needs of workers across the province.
A Legacy of Advocacy and Training Excellence
ICBA offers a broad range of specialized training services designed to meet the needs of construction and trades professionals everywhere. Their programs focus on equipping individuals and organizations with the knowledge and skills essential for a safe and compliant work environment. ICBA’s offerings are widely regarded and serve a variety of client groups, from small businesses to large corporations, across the country.
ICBA’s wide-ranging training programs reflect their commitment to raising the standards of safety, competency, and wellbeing within Canada’s construction and trades sectors, helping both individuals and companies thrive.
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“Our focus is getting quality training to the people that need it. We want to make sure that it’s relevant, and it resonates with them.”
Ally Bodnar Training Manager
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Primary List of Services
- Construction Safety Training Programs
- Leadership and Management Skills Training
- Mental Health Awareness and First Aid
- On-Demand Online Safety Training
- Return-to-Work and Injury Recovery Support
- Custom & Private Training For Companies
Proud to Partner with ICBA

The partnership between the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) and BIS Safety Software highlights their shared commitment to advancing safety, accessibility, and professional development within the construction industry. By combining ICBA’s extensive experience in industry-specific training with BIS’s innovative digital solutions, they are working together to provide accessible, high-quality safety education and leadership training to construction professionals everywhere.
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Partnership with BIS Safety Software
The partnership between the Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) and BIS Safety Software has been instrumental in expanding ICBA’s ability to provide accessible, high-quality training to the construction industry. Utilizing BIS’s digital platform, ICBA offers essential online courses in safety, leadership, and professional skills, making it easier for members to access required certifications, especially in remote areas.
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“Our focus is getting quality training to the people that need it. We want to make sure that it’s relevant, and it resonates with them.”
Ally Bodnar Training Manager
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Beyond training accessibility, ICBA leverages BIS’s streamlined certification management, allowing quick, on-demand access to certification records—vital for job site compliance. “Having up-to-date certifications readily available is a major advantage,” Bodnar added:
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“BIS helps us ensure that every worker is prepared and compliant before they set foot on a job site.”
Ally Bodnar Training Manager
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