Honourable senators, I rise today to congratulate a fellow Manitoban and tradesperson Mr. Dan Nosaty on his recent election as President and Chair of the Board at the Canadian Roofing Contractors Association, or CRCA.

The CRCA is known as the Canadian voice of the industrial, commercial and institutional roofing industry, and it provides technical and policy support to its 400-plus members from coast to coast. As the new President and Chair of the Board of the CRCA, Mr. Nosaty will be working to amplify the growth and success of the organization and its important contributions to the roofing industry in Canada.

Mr. Nosaty began his roofing career in Manitoba nearly three decades ago. Starting as a labourer, he earned his Red Seal endorsement, advanced to supervisor and eventually became an estimator and project manager. He is currently the General Manager at Oakwood Roofing & Sheet Metal, a company in Winnipeg.

Dan has been heavily involved in Apprenticeship Manitoba and contributed to developing the 2020 Red Seal Occupational Standard for roofers. Additionally, he helped in the development of the Manitoba Trade Definitions in 2019 and 2021. His goal is to raise awareness regarding the roofing industry and highlight the benefits and opportunities available to tradespeople through a Red Seal Roofer endorsement.

Colleagues, tradespeople across Canada play an essential role in Canada’s economy. And with 700,000 of Canada’s 4 million skilled tradespeople set to retire by 2028, the work of trade associations such as the CRCA has never been more important.

I invite all senators to join me in congratulating Mr. Nosaty as he tackles his new responsibilities and wish him well in his efforts to promote success and excellence in Canada’s roofing industry.