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NFRC welcomes earlier technical education pathways intention
These new pathways help address the common issue felt across the trades — that finding skilled people is one of their biggest challenges. NFRC (National Federation of Roofing Contractors) welcomes the Prime Minister's announcement of the intention to establish new technical education pathways for 14-year-olds in England, while calling for further ...
Building bonds that go beyond borders
By The Coffee Shops™. The partnership between The Coffee Shops and the IFD creates space for global education, events and collaboration. Earlier this year, RoofersCoffeeShop® was proud to announce a partnership with the International Federation of the Roofing Trade (IFD). IFD serves as a unifying organization for the global roofing ...
Bridging the gap between policy and practicality
By Emma Peterson. Gary Walpole discusses advocacy, legislation and the roofing industry. Roofing associations like National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC) are critical to the success in advocating for the industry. To learn more about how these associations unify the industry into one collective voice, we sat down with ...
Not waiting for permission
By Kate Whatley, Raise the Roof founder and Elevate Roofing Advisory Limited director. One woman’s mission to redefine the U.K. roofing industry. I didn’t come into roofing expecting to change it. But somewhere between running a various commercial roofing and cladding businesses, sitting on boards and watching talented people — ...
Darcy Tringham Joins ABC Supply Co. as British Columbia District Manager
Tringham to lead growth and enhance operational performance across British Columbia ABC Supply Co., a wholesale distributor of roofing, siding and other select exterior building products in Canada, has announced that Darcy Tringham has joined the company as district manager of the company’s newly formed British Columbia District. With Tringham’s addition, the ...
75 years and still growing
By Emma Peterson. The latest company milestones include a bold new shingle color and the construction of IKO's eighth North American plant. 2026 marks the 75th anniversary of IKO Industries’ operations. And over those decades, IKO has grown a lot. The story starts back in the 1950s in Calgary, Alberta, ...
When wildfire smoke reaches the roof
By Cotney Consulting Group. Wildfire smoke has become an operational concern that many Canadian roofing contractors can no longer treat as an uncommon event. By mid-July 2026, hundreds of active wildfires were burning across Canada, with elevated fire danger affecting several northern and central regions. Smoke from those fires ...
Celebrating eight decades of craftsmanship
By The Coffee Shops™. Scottish roofing contractor Bain & Irvine celebrates a milestone that reflects generations of dedication to preserving historic structures. In the article "Bain & Irvine Marks 80 Years in Scotland’s Heritage Roofing Sector," Bain & Irvine reflects on eight decades of craftsmanship, growth and preservation of some ...
Back-to-back awards success – How Scottish Roofing Awards put contractors on the national stage
The achievement of winning back-to-back is extraordinary, but three NFRC Scottish Members have done just that between 2024-2026. The NFRC Roofing Awards are a standout name in the roofing industry, with annual events held in Scotland and London each year, and whilst the Scottish awards are dedicated solely to roofing work ...
Sabine Rothschuh - Connection Forum 2026
In this episode of Roofing Road Trips®, host Megan Ellsworth sits down with Sabine Rothschuh, secretary of IFD, to talk about the 2026 IFD Connection Forum and the power of bringing the global roofing community together. With a format centered on practical project insights, open discussion and working sessions, the ...
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