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Bird Construction Inc. Interim / Quarterly Report 2021

Aug 11, 2021

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Bird Construction Inc.

Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (unaudited)

Notice required under National Instrument 51 - 102

The unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared by management of Bird Construction Inc. and have not been reviewed by the Company's independent external auditors.

Bird Construction Inc. Consolidated Statement of Financial Position As at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020

(in thousands of Canadian dollars) (unaudited)

Note June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
ASSETS
Current assets
Cash and cash equivalents 8 \$
97,070
\$
212,068
Accounts receivable 9 575,577 529,825
Contract assets 54,445 60,031
Contract assets - alternative finance projects - 113
Inventory and prepaid expenses 7,786 8,038
Income taxes recoverable 7,069 7,484
Other assets 11 9,868 2,577
Assets held for sale 13 1,863 -
Total current assets 753,678 820,136
Non-current assets
Other assets 11 8,649 13,171
Investments in equity accounted entities 12 14,693 14,710
Property and equipment 54,637 59,435
Right-of-use assets 62,027 61,511
Deferred income tax asset 33,414 32,253
Intangible assets 25,103 27,526
Goodwill 33,054 33,054
Total non-current assets 231,577 241,660
TOTAL ASSETS \$
985,255
\$
1,061,796
LIABILITIES
Current liabilities
Accounts payable \$
435,788
\$
490,470
Contract liabilities 102,489 120,054
Dividends payable to shareholders 1,724 1,724
Income taxes payable 10,425 20,187
Current portion of loans and borrowings 14 8,023 8,010
Current portion of right-of-use liabilities 15 17,902 18,748
Provisions 17 28,046 23,419
Other liabilities 18 6,553 2,010
Total current liabilities 610,950 684,622
Non-current liabilities
Loans and borrowings 14 55,457 64,903
Right-of-use liabilities 15 57,840 59,327
Deferred income tax liability 21,563 22,956
Other liabilities 18 13,785 13,778
Pension liabilities 53 3,600
Total non-current liabilities 148,698 164,564
TOTAL LIABILITIES 759,648 849,186
SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
Shareholders' capital 20 108,064 108,064
Contributed surplus 1,956 1,956
Retained earnings 115,534 102,520
Accumulated other comprehensive income 53 70
Total shareholders' equity 225,607 212,610
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY \$
985,255
\$
1,061,796

The accompanying notes are an integral part of these interim condensed consolidated financial statements.

Approved on behalf of the Board of Directors

Paul R. Raboud Karyn A. Brooks

Chairman of the Board Audit Committee Chair

Bird Construction Inc. Consolidated Statement of Income For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020

(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts) (unaudited)

For the three months ended June 30, For the six months ended June 30,
Note 2021 2020 2021 2020
Construction revenue 10 \$
556,362
\$
282,766
\$
1,000,999
\$
604,412
Costs of construction 24 507,340 262,290 912,061 567,020
Gross profit 49,022 20,476 88,938 37,392
Income from equity accounted investments 12 1,796 2,124 2,118 3,846
General and administrative expenses 24 (30,524) (13,491) (59,961) (28,260)
Income from operations 20,294 9,109 31,095 12,978
Finance income 22 290 325 592 1,091
Finance and other costs 23 (2,201) (1,549) (3,940) (4,643)
Income before income taxes 18,383 7,885 27,747 9,426
Income tax expense 16 4,753 2,261 6,998 2,679
Net income for the period \$
13,630
\$
5,624
\$
20,749
\$
6,747
Basic and diluted earnings per share 21 \$
0.26
\$
0.13
\$
0.39
\$
0.16

Bird Construction Inc. Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020

Bird Construction Inc.
Consolidated Statement of Comprehensive Income
For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands of Canadian dollars) (unaudited)
Note For the three months ended June 30,
2021
2020 For the six months ended June 30,
2021
2020
Net income for the period
Other comprehensive income (loss) for the period:
\$ 13,630 \$
5,624
\$
20,749
\$
6,747
Defined benefit plan actuarial gain 208 - 3,458 -
Foreign currency translation on equity accounted investments 12 30 (18) 49 (64)
Other foreign currency translation
Deferred tax recovery on other comprehensive income (loss)
(4)
(57)
(2)
-
(29)
(887)
(2)
-
Items that may be reclassified to net income in subsequent periods 177 (20) 2,591 (66)

Bird Construction Inc. Consolidated Statement of Changes in Equity For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020

For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts) (unaudited)
Note Shareholders'
capital
Contributed
surplus
Retained
earnings
Accumulated
other
comprehensive
income
Total
equity
Balance at December 31, 2020 \$
108,064
\$
1,956
\$
102,520
\$
70
\$
212,610
Net income for the period
Other comprehensive income (loss) for the period
Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period
12 -
-
-
-
-
-
20,749
2,608
23,357
-
(17)
(17)
20,749
2,591
23,340
Contributions by and dividends to owners
Dividends declared to shareholders
-
-
-
-
(10,343)
(10,343)
-
-
(10,343)
(10,343)
Balance at June 30, 2021 \$
108,064
\$
1,956
\$
115,534
\$
53
\$
225,607
Dividends declared per share \$
0.20
Balance at December 31, 2019 42,527 \$
1,956
\$
83,197
\$
40
\$
127,720
Net income for the period
Other comprehensive income (loss) for the period
Total comprehensive income (loss) for the period
-
-
-
-
-
-
6,747
-
6,747
-
(66)
(66)
6,747
(66)
6,681
Contributions by and dividends to owners
Dividends declared to shareholders
-
-
-
-
(8,291)
(8,291)
-
-
(8,291)
(8,291)
\$
42,527
\$
1,956
\$
81,653
\$
(26)
\$
126,110
Balance at June 30, 2020

Bird Construction Inc. Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows For the six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020

Bird Construction Inc.
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flows
For the six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020
(in thousands of Canadian dollars) (unaudited)
For the six months ended June 30,
Note 2021 2020
Cash flows from (used in) operating activities
Net income for the period \$
20,749
\$
6,747
Items not involving cash:
Amortization
2,936 475
Depreciation 12,922 6,680
Gain on sale of property and equipment (513) (1,519)
Income from equity accounted investments 12 (2,118) (3,846)
Finance income 22 (592) (1,091)
Finance and other costs 23 3,940 4,643
Deferred compensation plan expense and other 4,732 1,359
Defined benefit pension plan expense, net of contributions (89) -
Unrealized (gain) loss on investments and other
Income tax expense (recovery)
16 258
6,998
(78)
2,679
Cash flows from operations before changes in non-cash working capital 49,223 16,049
Changes in non-cash working capital relating to operating activities 25 (115,260) (43,292)
Interest received 536 1,222
Interest paid (3,425) (3,811)
Income taxes paid (19,786) (4,507)
Net cash from (used in) operating activities (88,712) (34,339)
Cash flows from (used in) investing activities
Investments in equity accounted entities 12 (768) (4,285)
Capital distributions from equity accounted entities 12 1,525 1,027
Proceeds on sale of investment in equity accounted entities 12 - 5,414
Additions to property and equipment (2,695) (4,750)
Proceeds on sale of property and equipment 1,553 5,586
Additions to intangible assets (513) (893)
Other long-term assets 4,343 (480)
Net cash from (used in) investing activities 3,445 1,619
Cash flows from (used in) financing activities
Dividends paid on shares (10,343) (8,291)
Proceeds from non-recourse project financing - 39,084
Proceeds from loans and borrowings 14 20,000 16,250
Repayment of loans and borrowings 14 (29,433) (19,151)
Repayment of right-of-use liabilities 15 (9,754) (4,116)
Net cash from (used in) financing activities (29,530) 23,776
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents during the period (114,797) (8,944)
Effects of foreign exchange on cash balances
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of the period
(201)
212,068
78
180,334
Structure of the company 8
Basis of preparation 8
Use of estimates and judgements 8
Significant accounting policies 9
New accounting standards, amendments and interpretations adopted 9
Future accounting changes 9
Business combination 10
Cash and cash equivalents 12
Accounts receivable 12
Revenue 13
Other assets 14
Projects and entities accounted for using the equity method 14
Assets held for sale 15
Loans and borrowings 15
Leases and right-of-use liabilities 17
Income taxes 17
Provisions 18
Other liabilities 18
Share-based compensation plans 19
Shareholders' capital 20
Earnings per share 20
Finance income 21
Finance and other costs 21
Government assistance 21
Other cash flow information 21
Financial instruments 22
Commitments and contingencies 24
Subsequent event 24

1. Structure of the company

Bird Construction Inc. (the "Company") is a corporation incorporated in the province of Ontario, Canada. The address of the Company's registered office is 5700 Explorer Drive, Suite 400, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The Company's common shares are traded on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbol BDT.

The Company operates from coast-to-coast and services all of Canada's major geographic markets. The Company provides a comprehensive range of construction services from new construction for industrial, commercial, and institutional markets; to industrial maintenance, repair and operations ("MRO") services, heavy civil construction and mine support services; as well as vertical infrastructure including, electrical, mechanical, and specialty trades. The Company uses fixed priced, design-build, unit price, cost reimbursable, guaranteed upset price, construction management and integrated project delivery ("IPD") contract delivery methods.

2. Basis of preparation

Statement of compliance

These unaudited interim condensed consolidated financial statements (the "financial statements") have been prepared in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards ("IFRS") as issued by the International Accounting Standards Board ("IASB") applicable to the preparation of interim financial statements, including IAS 34 Interim Financial Reporting. These financial statements do not include all of the information and disclosures required in the Company's annual consolidated financial statements and should be read in conjunction with the Company's annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020. These financial statements were authorized for issue on August 10, 2021 by the Company's Board of Directors.

Functional and presentation currency

These financial statements are presented in Canadian dollars, which is the Company's functional currency. Unless otherwise indicated, all financial information presented has been rounded to the nearest thousand.

Basis of measurement

These financial statements have been prepared on a going concern and historical cost basis, except for certain financial assets, derivative financial instruments and liabilities for cash settled share-based payment arrangements which are measured at fair value.

Segmented results

Segment results are reviewed by the Company's chief operating decision maker to assess performance and allocate resources within the Company. Management applies judgement in the aggregation of the Company's operating segments and has determined that the Company operates in one reportable segment being the general contracting sector of the construction industry. The Company's operating segments have similar economic characteristics in that each of the Company's operating business units provides comparable construction services, use similar contracting methods, have similar long-term economic prospects, share similar cost structures and operate in similar regulatory environments.

3. Use of estimates and judgements

The preparation of the financial statements requires management to make judgements, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of revenues, expenses, assets, liabilities and the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the reporting date.

Uncertainty about these assumptions and estimates could result in a material adjustment to the carrying amount of an asset or liability and/or the reported amount of revenue and expense in future periods. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimates are revised and in any future periods affected. Estimates and judgements used in the preparation of these financial statements are consistent with those used in the preparation of the Company's annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020.

Impact of the COVID-19 pandemic

The COVID-19 pandemic has continued to disrupt global health and the economy in 2021. Notwithstanding the vaccination programs that are underway, the Canadian construction industry continues to face volatility as each provincial government has responded by implementing measures to address the public health threat. During the second quarter of 2021 and subsequent to June 30, 2021, vaccination rates in Canada continue to increase and the number of active cases has declined considerably from the peak of the third wave. Nevertheless, the variants of the virus that have emerged continue to be an important consideration; preventative safety measures remain in place and continue to vary from province to province as governments respond to fluctuations in case numbers. The duration of the pandemic and the associated impact to future financial and operational measures are unknown.

Due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on both current and future market conditions and the economic environment, there is significant uncertainty and complexity in respect of certain judgements, estimates and assumptions used in the preparation of these financial statements. These include the amount of Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy ("CEWS") the Company has accrued or may qualify for in the future, project timing and progress, future contract awards, and collectability of accounts receivable and contract assets. The Company's operations could be impacted from disruptions to projects, the supply chain, and shortages of labour. In addition, several projects that were expected to be awarded and secured have been delayed, suspended, or cancelled, and this could continue because of the pandemic. The future effectiveness of the Company's business continuity plan and various safety and austerity measures implemented is also subject to uncertainty.

4. Significant accounting policies

The accounting principles used in the preparation of these financial statements are consistent with those followed in the preparation of the Company's annual consolidated financial statements for the year ended December 31, 2020.

5. New accounting standards, amendments and interpretations adopted

The Company adopted amendments to IFRS 16 Leases on a prospective basis on January 1, 2021. On May 28, 2020, the IASB issued COVID-19-Related Rent Concessions (Amendment to IFRS 16). The amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after June 1, 2020. Early adoption is permitted. The amendments exempt lessees from having to consider individual lease contracts to determine whether rent concessions occurring as a direct consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic are lease modifications and allows lessees to account for such rent concessions as if they were not lease modifications. It applies to COVID-19 related rent concessions that reduce lease payments due on or before June 30, 2021. Subsequently, on March 31, 2021, the IASB extended the practical expedient by 12 months; permitting lessees to apply it to rent concessions that reduce lease payments originally due on or before June 30, 2022. The new 2021 amendments are effective for annual periods beginning on or after April 1, 2021. Early adoption is permitted. The adoption of these amendments to IFRS 16 did not have a material impact on the financial statements.

6. Future accounting changes

There are new accounting standards, amendments to accounting standards and interpretations that are either effective for annual periods beginning on or after January 1, 2022 and have not been applied in preparing the financial statements for the period ended June 30, 2021. These standards and interpretations are not expected to have a material impact on the Company's financial statements.

7. Business combination

On July 29, 2020, the Company entered into an arrangement agreement ("Arrangement Agreement") pursuant to which, among other things, the Company agreed to acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Stuart Olson Inc. ("Stuart Olson") by way of a plan of arrangement under the Business Corporations Act (Alberta) (the "Arrangement").

The principal activities of Stuart Olson and its subsidiaries are to provide general contracting and electrical building systems contracting in the public and private construction markets, as well as general contracting, electrical, mechanical and specialty trades, such as insulation, cladding and asbestos abatement, in the industrial construction and services market. Stuart Olson provides its services to a wide array of clients within Canada. One of the key rationales for the business combination was to further diversify the Company's risk profile by expanding its service offerings and revenue streams. The Company has grown its industrial general contracting business, including industrial maintenance, repair, and operations. In the institutional and commercial sectors, the Company has added capability in construction management services, and its newly acquired commercial systems business is one of Canada's largest electrical and data system contractors. The acquisition further enhances the Company's ability to provide MRO services.

On September 25, 2020, the Arrangement was completed, pursuant to which the Company acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Stuart Olson in exchange for common shares of the Company and cash consideration and completed the payout and termination of all indebtedness as detailed below. Under the terms of the Arrangement:

  • Stuart Olson's secured creditors received an aggregate cash payment of \$70,000 in full satisfaction of all obligations, indebtedness and liabilities of Stuart Olson and its affiliates under the bank credit facility, including unpaid interest, fees and expenses;
  • Canso Investment Counsel Ltd. ("Canso"), in its capacity as portfolio manager for and on behalf of certain accounts managed by it, acquired an aggregate of 6,329,114 common shares for gross proceeds of approximately \$40,000;
  • Those accounts managed by Canso, in its capacity as portfolio manager, that held the convertible unsecured subordinated debentures due September 20, 2024 (the "Debentures"), received 3,560,127 common shares valued at \$21,800 based on a deemed issue price equal to \$6.32 per share for \$22,500 of principal value of Debentures in full satisfaction of all indebtedness, accrued interest and obligations of Stuart Olson and its affiliates under the indenture governing the Debentures; and
  • Stuart Olson shareholders received an aggregate of 632,835 common shares, based on an exchange ratio of 0.02006051 common shares for each Stuart Olson common share. Those Stuart Olson shareholders entitled to receive less than one common share for all Stuart Olson shares received a cash payment determined by reference to the volume weighted average trading price of the Company's common shares on the Toronto Stock Exchange for the five trading days immediately preceding September 25, 2020.

In connection with this acquisition, the Company incurred acquisition costs of approximately \$5,570 comprised mainly of consulting and other professional fees, which were presented in general and administrative expenses in the statement of income. Transaction costs of \$124 directly attributable to the issue of common shares are recognized as a deduction from shareholders' capital.

The Arrangement has been accounted for as a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting whereby the assets acquired, and liabilities assumed are recognized at their fair value, except for

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deferred income tax assets or liabilities, assets or liabilities related to employee benefit arrangements and any right-of-use ("ROU") assets and ROU liabilities identified in which the acquiree is the lessee.

The value of the assets and liabilities associated with the Stuart Olson acquisition were not finalized by August 10, 2021, and therefore are preliminary figures. If new information obtained within one year of the date of acquisition about facts and circumstances that existed at the date of acquisition that identifies adjustments to the amounts noted below, or any additional provisions that existed at the date of acquisition, then the accounting for the acquisition will be revised. During the six month period ended June 30, 2021, no measurement period adjustments were made to the purchase price allocation to reflect new information obtained by management with respect to facts and circumstances that existed as of September 25, 2020.

Number of common shares issued to Stuart Olson shareholders 632,835
Number of common shares issued on settlement of Debentures 3,560,127
Total common shares issued as consideration 4,192,962
Common share price at close on September 25, 2020 \$
6.12
Equity consideration \$
25,661
Cash consideration 70,000
Total Consideration \$
95,661
Fair value of assets and liabilities of Stuart Olson acquired:
Assets acquired
Cash and cash equivalents \$
10,040
Accounts receivable 269,736
Contract assets 33,534
Income taxes recoverable 622
Lease receivables 7,506
Other assets 3,634
Property and equipment 15,483
Right-of-use assets 26,728
Intangible assets 25,430
Net deferred income tax assets 8,262
Liabilities assumed
Accounts payable (190,450)
Contract liabilities (56,316)
Income taxes payable (7,913)
Provisions (14,482)
Pension liabilities (5,023)
Loans and borrowings (667)
Right-of-use liabilities (46,887)
Other liabilities (241)
Net identifiable assets acquired \$
78,996
Goodwill 16,665
Net assets acquired \$
95,661

The fair value of the trade receivables acquired amounts to \$269,736. The gross amount of trade receivables was \$282,443, of which \$12,707 was expected to be uncollectible at the acquisition date.

Goodwill and intangible assets

Goodwill of \$16,665 recognized as part of the acquisition is attributed to expected revenue growth, future market development, the assembled workforce and the synergies achieved from the integration of Stuart Olson into the Company's business. These benefits are not recognized separately from goodwill, as the future economic benefits arising from them cannot be reliably measured. The goodwill recognized is not deductible for tax purposes. Identifiable intangible assets acquired of \$25,430 includes computer software, backlog and agency contracts, customer relationships and trade names.

8. Cash and cash equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Accessible cash \$
2,821
\$
96,671
Restricted cash and blocked accounts* 58,086 55,107
Cash held for joint operations 36,073 60,200
Short-term deposits held to support letters of credit* 90 90
\$
97,070
\$
212,068

* Cash and cash equivalents include the following restricted cash and blocked accounts. These amounts are not available for general operating purposes.

June 30, December 31,
Restricted cash and cash equivalents 2021 2020
Cash and cash equivalents held to support letters of credit (note 14) \$
139
\$
139
Cash deposited in blocked accounts for special projects 1,033
Restricted cash 58,037 54,025
\$
58,176
\$
55,197

The description of the components of cash and cash equivalents is summarized in note 8 of the Company's December 31, 2020 annual consolidated financial statements.

9. Accounts receivable

June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Progress billings on construction contracts \$
389,770
\$
336,286
Holdbacks receivable (due within one operating cycle) 166,537 160,364
Other 19,270 33,175
\$
575,577
\$
529,825

Accounts receivable are reported net of an allowance for doubtful accounts of \$944 as at June 30, 2021 (December 31, 2020 - \$1,471). Holdbacks receivable represent amounts billed on construction contracts which are not due until the contract work is substantially complete and the applicable lien period has expired.

Included in other accounts receivable are government assistance receivables of \$15,407 as at June 30, 2021 (December 31, 2020 - \$25,847) related to the CEWS. See note 24.

10. Revenue

Disaggregation of revenue

The Company disaggregates revenue from contracts with customers by contract type, as this best depicts how the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue and cash flows are affected by economic factors.

Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Public Private Partnerships ("PPP") \$
1,097
\$ 5,878 \$
1,540
\$ 21,341
Alternative finance projects and complex design-build
Stipulated sum, unit price and standard specification
13,225 28,286 25,069 64,549
design-build 317,735 182,697 560,325 362,728
Construction management, cost plus and IPD 224,305 65,905 414,065 155,794
\$
556,362
\$ 282,766 \$
1,000,999
\$ 604,412

Remaining performance obligations

The total value of all contracts awarded to the Company, less the total value of work completed on these contracts as of the reporting date is referred to as remaining performance obligations. This includes all contracts that have been awarded to the Company whether the work has commenced or will commence in the normal course.

As at June 30, 2021, the aggregate amount of the transaction price allocated to total remaining performance obligations from construction contracts was \$2,709,348. The value of remaining performance obligations does not include amounts for variable consideration that are constrained, agency relationship construction management projects, and estimated future work orders to be performed as part of master services agreements.

The Company expects to recognize approximately 63% of the remaining performance obligations over the next 12 months with the remaining balance being recognized beyond 12 months. This expectation is based on management's best estimate but contains uncertainty as it is subject to factors outside of management's control.

The Company's measure of remaining performance obligations is also referred to as "Backlog"; this measure may not be comparable with the calculation of similar measures by other entities as Backlog is not a term defined under IFRS.

11. Other assets

June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Subcontractor / Supplier insurance deposits \$
2,752
\$
5,197
Notes receivable 6,215 1,806
Lease receivables (note 7) 6,443 7,141
Total Return Swap ("TRS") derivatives 3,107 1,604
Other assets 18,517 15,748
Less: current portion
Notes receivable 5,621
TRS derivatives 3,107 1,330
Lease receivables (note 7) 1,140 1,247
Current portion 9,868 2,577
Non-current portion \$
8,649
\$
13,171

12. Projects and entities accounted for using the equity method

The Company performs some construction and concession related projects through joint ventures and associates which are accounted for using the equity method. The Company's joint ventures and associates are private entities and there is no quoted market value available for their shares.

The movement in the investment in projects and entities accounted for using the equity method is as follows:

Investments in equity accounted entities June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Balance, beginning of period \$
14,710
\$
10,185
Share of net income for the period 2,118 4,688
Share of other comprehensive income for the period 49 47
Investments in equity accounted entities 768 5,088
17,645 20,008
Capital distributions received (1,525) (5,298)
Investments in equity accounted entities reclassified as held for sale (note 13) (1,427)
Balance, end of period \$
14,693
\$
14,710
Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Share of net income for the period \$
1,796
\$
2,124
\$
2,118
\$
3,442
Gain on sale of investments in equity accounted entities 404
Income from equity accounted investments \$
1,796
\$
2,124
\$
2,118
\$
3,846

13. Assets held for sale

June 30,
2021
Investment in equity accounted entities classified as held for sale \$
1,427
Property classified as held for sale 436
Assets held for sale \$
1,863

Investment in equity accounted entities classified as held for sale

The Company has initiated plans to sell its investment in an entity accounted for using the equity method. A buyer has been located and the sale is expected to be completed within the next 12 months. As at June 30, 2021, the investment was reclassified as an asset held for sale on the consolidated statement of financial position at the lesser of its carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. The estimated fair value less cost to sell of the investment is expected to exceed its carrying value.

Property classified as held for sale

The Company has initiated plans to sell land located in Northern Alberta. The sale is expected to be completed within the next 12 months. As at June 30, 2021, the asset was reclassified as an asset held for sale on the consolidated statement of financial position at the lesser of its carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell. The estimated fair value less cost to sell of the property is expected to exceed its carrying value.

14. Loans and borrowings

Loans and borrowings

Maturity Interest rate June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Committed revolving credit facility Dec 7, 2023 Variable 20,000 25,000
Committed non-revolving term loan facility Dec 7, 2023 Variable 34,125 35,000
Equipment financing 2021 – 2024 Fixed 2.04%-3.73% 9,355 12,315
Note payable (note 7) Fully repaid 598
\$
63,480
\$
72,913
Current portion \$
8,023
\$
8,010
Non-current portion \$
55,457
\$
64,903

Syndicated credit facility

The Company has a three-year committed, syndicated credit facility (the "Syndicated facility") consisting of the following:

Committed revolving credit facility

The Company has a committed revolving credit facility up to \$165,000. As part of the agreement, the Company provides a general secured interest in the assets of the Company. At June 30, 2021, the Company has \$20,173 letters of credit outstanding on the facility (December 31, 2020 - \$22,702) and has drawn \$20,000 on the facility (December 31, 2020 - \$25,000). The full amount outstanding is recorded as non-current, as the facility is due and payable December 7, 2023. Borrowings under the facility bear interest

at a rate per annum equal to the Canadian prime rate plus a spread. A standby fee is payable quarterly on the unutilized portion of the facility.

Committed non-revolving term loan facility

The Company has a committed non-revolving term loan facility totalling \$35,000 used to finance the acquisition of Stuart Olson (note 7). As at June 30, 2021, the Company has an outstanding balance of \$34,125 on the facility (December 31, 2020 - \$35,000). The loan has scheduled repayments due quarterly until the date of September 24, 2028. Any repayment of the facility cannot be reborrowed. Borrowings under the facility bear interest at a rate per annum equal to the Canadian prime rate plus a spread.

Accordion

The Company has a non-committed accordion of up to an additional \$50,000 to increase the limit of the committed revolving credit facility and the committed non-revolving term debt facility. The aggregate increases to the committed revolving credit facility and Committed non-revolving term debt facility combined may not exceed \$50,000. The accordion requires creditor approval before it is available.

The Company was in full compliance with its covenants under each facility as at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020.

Equipment financing

The Company has committed term credit facilities of up to \$40,000 to be used to finance equipment purchases. At June 30, 2021, \$7,071 is outstanding, of which \$143 is classified as ROU liabilities (December 31, 2020 - \$9,248 is outstanding, of which \$572 is classified as ROU liabilities). Borrowings under the facilities are secured by a first charge against the equipment financed using the facilities. Interest on the facilities is charged at a fixed rate based on the Bank of Canada bond rate plus a spread. Interest is paid monthly in arrears.

The Company also has multiple, fixed interest rate, term loans which were used to finance equipment purchases. At June 30, 2021, the balance outstanding on these term loans amounted to \$2,427 (December 31, 2020 - \$3,639). Principal and interest are payable monthly, and these term loans are secured by a first charge against the specific equipment financed using these facilities.

Letters of credit facilities

The Company has authorized operating letters of credit facilities totalling \$125,000. At June 30, 2021 the facilities were drawn for outstanding letters of credit of \$48,441 (December 31, 2020 - \$44,490). All letters of credit issued under these facilities are supported by the pledge of Company-owned financial instruments, including cash, or through a guarantee from Export Development Canada ("EDC").

The Company has an agreement with EDC to provide performance security guarantees of up to \$75,000 for letters of credit issued by financial institutions on behalf of the Company, as at June 30, 2021. The Company uses this facility when letters of credit have been issued as contract security for projects that meet the EDC criteria. At June 30, 2021 EDC has issued performance security guarantees totalling \$48,303 (December 31, 2020 - \$44,353).

The letters of credit represent performance guarantees issued to support the Company's performance obligations on major construction projects. These letters of credit are supported through the hypothecation of certain financial instruments having a market value at June 30, 2021 of \$139 (December 31, 2020 - \$139).

The following table provides details of the changes in the Company's Loans and Borrowings during the six month period ended June 30, 2021:

Bird Construction Inc. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020

(in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts) (unaudited)

Syndicated
revolving
credit
facility
Syndicated
committed
non-revolving
term loan
facility
Note
payable
Equipment
financing
Total
Balance, December 31, 2020 \$
25,000
\$
35,000
\$
598
\$
12,315
\$
72,913
Proceeds 20,000 20,000
Repayment (25,000) (875) (598) (2,960) (29,433)
Balance, June 30, 2021 \$
20,000
\$
34,125
\$
\$
9,355
\$
63,480

15. Leases and right-of-use liabilities

The following table provides details of the changes in the Company's ROU liabilities during the six month period ended June 30, 2021:

June 30, December 31,
2021 2020
Balance, beginning of period \$
78,075
\$
31,100
Acquisition (note 7) 46,887
Additions 8,219 12,277
Interest 1,502 1,262
Lease terminations and modifications (798) (79)
Repayment (11,256) (13,372)
Balance, end of period \$
75,742
\$
78,075
Current portion \$
17,902
\$
18,748
Non-current \$
57,840
\$
59,327

The Company has established operating lease lines of credit of \$31,820 with the financing arms of major heavy equipment suppliers to finance equipment leases. Draws under these facilities are generally recognized as right of use liabilities, with the lease obligations being secured by the specific leased equipment. At June 30, 2021, the Company had used \$8,274 (December 31, 2020 - \$10,008) under these facilities.

16. Income taxes

Provision for income taxes

Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Income tax expense (recovery) comprised of:
Current income taxes \$
6,041
\$ (164) \$ 10,440 \$ 2,709
Deferred income taxes (1,288) 2,425 (3,442) (30)
\$
4,753
\$ 2,261 \$ 6,998 \$ 2,679

Income tax rate reconciliation

Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020
Combined federal and provincial income tax rate 25.1% 27.2%
Increase (reductions) applicable to:
Effect of different tax rate on equity investments (0.6%)
Non-taxable items 0.3% 0.2%
Other 0.4% 1.0%
Effective rate 25.2% 28.4%

17 | Second Quarter 2021 Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

Bird Construction Inc. Notes to the Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements For the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020 (in thousands of Canadian dollars, except per share amounts) (unaudited)

The Company's statutory tax rate is the combined federal and provincial tax rates in the jurisdictions in which the Company operates.

17. Provisions

Warranty
claims and
other
Legal Total
Balance, December 31, 2020
Provisions made during the period
Provisions used during the period
Provisions reversed during the period
\$
12,711
15,514
(9,253)
(2,408)
\$
10,708
1,551
(632)
(145)
\$
23,419
17,065
(9,885)
(2,553)
Balance, June 30, 2021 \$
16,564
\$
11,482
\$
28,046
Balance, December 31, 2019
Acquisition (note 7)
Provisions made during the period
\$
5,218
9,076
22,578
\$
2,545
5,406
6,903
\$
7,763
14,482
29,481
Provisions used during the period
Provisions reversed during the period
(16,761)
(7,400)
(986)
(3,160)
(17,747)
(10,560)
Balance, December 31, 2020 \$
12,711
\$
10,708
\$
23,419

Various claims and litigation arise in the normal course of the construction business. It is management's opinion that an adequate provision has been made for any potential settlements relating to such matters and that they will not materially affect the financial position or future operations of the Company.

18. Other liabilities

June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
Liabilities for cash-settled share-based compensation plans (note 19)
Leasehold inducements
Foreign currency forward swaps
Interest rate swaps
\$
18,480
1,772
86
\$
13,929
1,808

51
\$
20,338
\$
15,788
Less: current portion
Cash-settled share-based compensation plans (note 19)
Leasehold inducements
Foreign currency forward swaps
Interest rate swaps
6,171
317
65
1,795
164

51
Current portion \$
6,553
\$
2,010
Non-current portion \$
13,785
\$
13,778

During the six month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company entered into foreign currency forward contracts to buy US dollars for the purpose of managing its foreign currency risk. The foreign currency derivatives are not designated as a hedge and unrealized gains and losses in the fair value of the foreign currency forward contracts are recognized in general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statement of income. These derivative contracts have settlement dates extending to November 2022. During the three and six month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company recognized a loss on these derivatives of \$30 and \$83 respectively.

18 | Second Quarter 2021 Interim Condensed Consolidated Financial Statements

19. Share-based compensation plans

Medium term incentive plan ("MTIP"), Equity incentive plan ("EIP") and Deferred share unit ("DSU") plan

June 30,
2021
December 31,
2020
MTIP liability \$
5,058
\$
2,865
EIP liability 6,793 5,618
DSU liability 6,629 5,446
Liabilities for cash-settled share-based compensation
plans
\$
18,480
\$
13,929
Less: current portion
MTIP liability 2,754 491
EIP liability 3,417 1,304
Current portion \$
6,171
\$
1,795
Non-current portion \$
12,309
\$
12,134
June 30, 2021 December 31, 2020
MTIP EIP1 DSUs MTIP EIP1 DSUs
Units, beginning of period 1,082,701 1,130,053 680,718 408,181 1,136,098 482,404
Granted 2 23,278 505,814 69,996 697,498 499,398 198,314
Forfeited (58,314) (46,704) (34,358) (260,402)
Change in estimate (45,141) 26,704 60,016
Vested and paid (11,502) (209,460) (48,636) (245,041)
Units, end of period 991,022 1,406,407 750,714 1,082,701 1,130,053 680,718

1Based on underlying units before the impact of a performance multiplier, but after the effects of the dividend adjustment ratio and the estimated forfeiture rate.

2MTIP and DSU grants include dividend reinvestments.

The Company's EIP provides certain officers and employees of the Company with the opportunity to be granted performance share units ("PSU") or time-based restricted share units ("RSU"). As at June 30, 2021, the Company had 719,028 outstanding RSU and 687,379 outstanding PSU, before the impact of the performance multiplier (December 31, 2020 – 585,667 and 544,386 units, respectively). The outstanding PSU balance as at June 30, 2021, adjusted for the performance conditions that modify the vested value is 949,941 units (December 31, 2020 – 796,428 units).

During the six month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company granted 505,815 units under the EIP plan at a fair market value of \$8.96, excluding dividend reinvestments. Payments pursuant to the Company's EIP granted in 2021, are due by December 2023.

During the first and second quarter of 2021, the Company granted 26,054 and 26,221 units under the DSU plan at a fair market value of \$8.74 and \$8.75 respectively, excluding dividend reinvestments. Payments pursuant to the Company's DSU Plan are cash settled when the eligible Director ceases to hold any position within the Company.

Expenses (recoveries) arising from share-based payment transactions1
Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
MTIP \$
949
\$
488
\$
2,296
\$
229
EIP 916 712 2,792 (191)
DSU 234 1,030 1,183 78
\$
2,099
\$
2,230
\$
6,271
\$
116

1Expenses (recoveries) are before the effect of the TRS derivative contracts.

The Company entered into TRS derivative contracts for the purpose of managing its exposure to changes in the fair value of its MTIP, EIP and DSU share-based compensation plans, due to changes in the fair value of the Company's common shares. The Company recognized a \$37 loss and \$1,503 gain on these derivatives in the statement of income in general and administrative expenses for the three and six month period ended June 30, 2021 respectively (2020 - \$2,097 gain and \$1,373 loss respectively).

20. Shareholders' capital

The Company is authorized to issue an unlimited number of common shares. The Company is authorized to issue preference shares in series with rights set by the Board of Directors, up to a balance not to exceed 35% of the outstanding common shares. As at June 30, 2021 and December 31, 2020, no preferred shares have been issued.

June 30, 2021 December 31, 2020
Number of
shares
Amount Number of
shares
Amount
Balance, beginning of period 53,038,929 \$
108,064
42,516,853 \$ 42,527
Common shares issued (note 7) 10,522,076 65,537
Balance, end of period 53,038,929 \$
108,064
53,038,929 \$ 108,064

21. Earnings per share

Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Net income (basic and diluted) \$
13,630
\$ 5,624 \$ 20,749 \$ 6,747
Weighted average number of common shares
(basic and diluted)
53,038,929 42,516,853 53,038,929 42,516,853
Basic and diluted earnings per share \$
0.26
\$ 0.13 \$ 0.39 \$ 0.16

For the three and six month period ended June 30, 2021, nil options (2020 – 100,000 and 100,000 options respectively) were excluded from the diluted weighted average number of common shares calculation, as their effect would have been anti-dilutive.

22. Finance income

Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Interest income on lease receivables \$
46
\$ \$
95
\$
Other interest income 244 325 497 1,091
\$
290
\$ 325 \$
592
\$
1,091

23. Finance and other costs

Three months ended June 30, Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020 2021 2020
Interest on loans and borrowings \$
1,252
\$ 730 \$ 2,107 \$ 1,602
Interest on ROU liabilities 680 171 1,415 342
(Gain) loss on interest rate swaps (note 18) (445) (51) 476
Interest on non-recourse project financing 1,038 2,098
Other 269 55 469 125
\$
2,201
\$ 1,549 \$ 3,940 \$ 4,643

24. Government assistance

On April 11, 2020, the Government of Canada passed the CEWS to support a company's ability to continue employing its workforce in the face of revenue declines because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Certain entities of the Company qualified for CEWS in the March 2020 to June 2021 qualification periods. During the three month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company recognized a recovery of compensation expense in costs of construction of \$7,785 (2020 - \$nil) and general and administrative expenses of \$1,162 (2020 - \$nil). During the six month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company recognized a recovery of compensation expense in costs of construction of \$18,782 (2020 - \$nil) and general and administrative expenses of \$1,352 (2020 - \$nil). As at June 30, 2021, the Company recognized a receivable related to CEWS of \$15,407 included in accounts receivable in the statement of financial position (December 31, 2020 - \$25,847).

25. Other cash flow information

Changes in non-cash working capital relating to operating activities

Six months ended June 30,
2021 2020
Accounts receivable \$ (45,791) \$ 84,450
Contract assets 5,586 12,114
Contract assets – alternative finance projects* 113 (50,834)
Inventory and prepaid expenses 252 883
Other assets (5,514) 5,404
Accounts payable (55,248) (87,918)
Contract liabilities (17,565) (10,539)
Provisions 4,627 4,314
Deferred compensation plan expense and other (1,720) (1,166)
\$ (115,260) \$ (43,292)

* Contract assets – alternative finance project changes are driven by design-build-finance projects.

26. Financial instruments

Carrying values and fair values

Determination of fair value and the resulting hierarchy requires the use of observable market data whenever available. The classification of a financial instrument in the hierarchy is based upon the lowest level of input that is significant to the measurement of fair value.

The hierarchy of inputs is summarized in note 31 of the Company's December 31, 2020 annual consolidated financial statements

The Company's foreign currency forward contract (note 18), interest rate swaps (note 18) and TRS derivative contracts (note 11) are classified as Level 2 measurements in the fair value hierarchy. The Company does not have any financial instruments classified as Level 3 that are carried at fair value. There were no transfers between levels in the fair value hierarchy during the three and six month periods ended June 30, 2021 and 2020.

The fair value of the Company's loans and borrowings approximate their carrying values on a discounted cash flow basis as the majority of these obligations bear interest at market rates. The fair values of the remaining financial instruments approximate their carrying value due to their relatively short periods to maturity.

Financial Risk Management

In the normal course of business, the Company is exposed to several risks related to financial instruments that can affect its operating performance. These risks and the actions taken to manage them are as follows:

i. Credit Risk

Credit risk relates to the risk of financial loss to the Company if a customer or counterparty to a financial instrument fails to meet their contractual obligation.

With respect to accounts receivable, concentration of credit risk is limited due to the geographic dispersion of revenues and a diversified customer base. Before entering into any construction contract and during the course of the construction project, the Company goes to considerable lengths to satisfy itself that the customer has adequate resources to fulfil its contractual payment obligations as construction work is completed. If a customer was unable or unwilling to pay the amount owing, the Company will generally have a right to register a lien against the project that will normally provide some security that the amount owed would be realized.

Short-term deposits and short-term investments are subject to minimal credit risk as they are placed with only major Canadian financial institutions. As is reasonably practical, these investments are placed with several different Canadian financial institutions, thereby reducing the Company's exposure to a default by any one financial institution.

At June 30, 2021, accounts receivable outstanding for greater than 90 days and considered past due by the Company's management represent 14.0% (December 31, 2020 – 17.2%) of the balance of progress billings on construction contracts receivable. Management has recorded an allowance of \$944 (December 31, 2020 - \$1,471) against these past due receivables, net of amounts recoverable from others.

ii. Liquidity risk

Liquidity risk relates to the risk that the Company will not be able to meet its financial obligations as they become due. The Company manages this risk through management of its capital structure, monitoring and reviewing actual and forecasted cash flows and the effect on bank covenants, and maintaining unused credit facilities where possible to ensure there are available cash resources to meet the Company's liquidity needs.

In managing liquidity risk, the Company has access to committed short and long-term debt facilities as well as equity markets, the availability of which is dependent on market conditions.

The Company has working capital of \$142,728 (December 31, 2020 - \$135,514) which is available to support surety requirements related to construction projects. Working capital is calculated as total current assets less total current liabilities. As a component of working capital, the Company maintains significant balances of cash and cash equivalents. These balances, less \$139 hypothecated to support outstanding letters of credit and \$58,037 held in restricted accounts, are available to meet the financial obligations of the Company as they become due. Refer to note 14 in respect of the Syndicated facility and the Company's other debt instruments, which further improves the Company's access to liquidity. As at June 30, 2021, the Company had a total undrawn balance on its committed revolving credit facility and committed non-revolving term loan facility of \$124,827 (December 31, 2020 - \$117,298). Additionally, the Company has a non-committed accordion of up to an additional \$50,000 to increase the limit of the committed revolving credit facility and the committed non-revolving term debt facility. The Company also has committed term credit facilities of up to \$40,000 to be used to finance equipment purchases of which \$32,929 is undrawn as at June 30, 2021 (December 31, 2020 - \$30,752). The Company believes that it has access to sufficient funding through the use of these facilities and its cash and cash equivalents to meet its foreseeable operating requirements.

The following are the contractual obligations, including estimated interest payments, as at June 30, 2021, in respect of the financial obligations of the Company. Interest payments on the committed revolving credit facility and committed non-revolving term loan facility are not included in the table below since they are subject to variability based upon outstanding balances at various points throughout the period.

Carrying
amount
Contractual
cash flows
Not
later
than 1
year
2 – 3
years
4 – 5
years
Later
than 5
years
Trade payables \$
435,788
\$
435,788
\$
419,518
\$
15,499
\$
771
\$
Dividends payable 1,724 1,724 1,724
ROU liabilities 75,742 84,655 19,770 32,156 17,622 15,107
Committed revolving credit facility 20,000 20,000 20,000
Committed non-revolving term loan 34,125 34,125 2,625 9,450 9,800 12,250
Equipment financing 9,355 9,745 5,692 3,735 318
\$
576,734
\$
586,037
\$
449,329
\$
80,840
\$
28,511
\$
27,357

iii. Market risk

Market risk is the risk that changes in market prices, such as interest rates, equity prices and corporate bond yields, will affect the Company's income or the value of its holdings in liquid securities. The discount rate used to establish the pension obligation was determined by reference to market interest rates on AArated corporate bonds with cash flows that approximate the timing and amount of expected benefit payments.

Interest rate risk is the risk that the fair value of future cash flows of a financial instrument will fluctuate because of changes in market interest rates. The Company is exposed to interest rate risk to the extent that its credit facilities and TRS derivatives are based on variable rates of interest.

For the period ended June 30, 2021, a one percent change in the interest rate applied to the Company's variable rate long-term debt would change annual income before income taxes by approximately \$541 (2020 – \$250).

The Company has certain share-based compensation plans, whereby the values are based on the common share price of the Company. The Company has fixed a portion of the settlement costs of these plans by entering into various TRS derivative contracts maturing between 2021 and 2022. The TRS

derivatives are not designated as a hedge. The change in the value of the TRS derivatives is recorded each quarter based on the difference between the fixed price and the market price of the Company's common shares at the end of each quarter. The TRS derivatives are classified as derivative financial instruments. For the period ended June 30, 2021, a 10 percent change in the share price applied to the Company's TRS derivatives would change income before income taxes by approximately \$1,324 (2020 – \$821).

iv. Currency risk

Currency risk is the risk that fluctuations in currency exchange rates will affect the Company's net income. The Company uses foreign currency to settle payments to vendors and subcontractors in the foreign currency. Foreign currency risk is managed by the Company through the use of foreign currency derivatives. For the period ended June 30, 2021, a 10% movement in the Canadian and U.S. dollar exchange rate would have changed income by approximately \$202 (2020 – \$267).

27. Commitments and contingencies

Commitments

Outstanding surety lien bonds issued on behalf of the Company in connection with liens by subcontractors and suppliers at June 30, 2021 totalled \$92,499 (December 31, 2020 - \$93,375).

During the six month period ended June 30, 2021, the Company signed an order with a fleet management provider for leases totalling \$5,000. The leases will have a term of 60 months and are expected to commence and be recognized on the statement of financial position in the second half of 2021.

Contingencies

The Company is contingently liable for the usual contractor's obligations relating to performance and completion of construction contracts. These include the Company's contingent liability for the performance obligations of its subcontractors. Where possible and appropriate, the Company obtains performance bonds, subcontract/supplier insurance or alternative security from subcontractors. However, where this is not possible, the Company is exposed to the risk that subcontractors will fail to meet their performance obligations. In that eventuality, the Company would be obliged to complete the subcontractor's contract, generally by engaging another subcontractor, and the cost of completing the work could exceed the original subcontract price. The Company makes appropriate provision in the financial statements for all known liabilities relating to subcontractor defaults.

28. Subsequent event

Eligible dividends declared with a record date subsequent to the financial statement date

As of the date of the approval of these financial statements, the Board of Directors has declared eligible dividends with a record date subsequent to the date of the financial statements, for the following months:

Eligible dividends declared Record date Payment date Dividend per share
July dividend July 30, 2021 August 20, 2021 \$0.0325
August dividend August 31, 2021 September 20, 2021 \$0.0325
September dividend September 30, 2021 October 20, 2021 \$0.0325
October dividend October 29, 2021 November 19, 2021 \$0.0325