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Join the OGCA for our 42 Annual Golf Tournamentt being held at Angus Glen Golf Course, host of the 2015 Pan Am Games. This year, OGCA is proud to support the Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Toronto Charity. This event is a great opportunity to get facetime with OGCA members, and take advantage of a day filled with great food, golf, and business building.
Industry News
The Ontario Society of Professional Engineers (OSPE) is pleased to present the 2023 Engineering Conference on Thursday, November 2, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, downtown Toronto. Canada’s Largest Engineering, Diversity and Recruitment Conference!
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is happy to share their submission to the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities’ legislative review of the mandate, operations and relevancy of the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB).
The “2024” edition of the National Concrete Standard “CSA A23.1 Concrete Materials & Methods of Concrete Construction” is open for Public Review comments until April 29.
CSA A23.1 includes many mandatory clauses on cement & concrete materials, concrete production & delivery, reinforcing, formwork, concrete ordering & receiving, testing & inspection, placing & finishing tolerances, curing & jointing. This Standard is not only a National Building Code reference, but also a problem avoidance guide for all Concrete Construction.
Safety
The OGCA Safety Advisory Committee was created by our members for our members, and we welcome you to join us. The committee meets monthly with updates from both the CPO and the MLITSD, as well as timely industry updates. Each OGCA member company is welcome to provide one delegate for these meetings. If you are interested in participating, please email info@ogca.ca with a name and email.
Associate Partner News and Events
On March 20, 2023, the Government of Ontario introduced Bill 79, the Working for Workers Act, 2023. If enacted, Bill 79 will amend various work-related statutes including, the Employment Standards Act, 2000, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Employment Protection for Foreign Nationals Act, 2009, Fair Access to Regulated Professions and Compulsory Trades Act, 2006, Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities Act, Ontario Disability Support Program Act, 1997, and the Ontario Works Act, 1997.
Benefit Partners wishes to announce their new strategic partnership with Schooley Mitchell! Benefit Partners is responsible for the Big Company Advantage employee benefits program, which is made available to OGCA members.
Introducing an innovative, two-pronged cost savings program for OGCA members! The program focuses on benefits and business, without reduction or loss of quality!
Concrete Ontario is pleased to be offering the Municipal Exterior Flatwork Certification Course. This one-day course is tailored to showcase the best construction practices associated with Ontario municipal concrete sidewalks, curbs, gutters and pavements.
Sherrard Kuzz LLP has released their 2023 Employment & Labour Law Update. Within the update,
Sherrard Kuzz LLP will also be hosting a webinar pertaining to "The Future of Remote Work - Practical Considerations for Employers."
The ORCGA has released its 2022 DIRT Report.
The report can be found on the ORCGA website to read and download.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance the Hon. Chrystia Freeland tabled the Federal Government’s Budget on March 28, 2023. Some of the highlights include:
For more insight into what the changes are and how they might impact your business, read our 2023 Federal Budget Summary.
On May 15, 2023, join OsgoodePD to discuss Ontario’s Construction Act: Managing Disputes and Key Risks in 2023 and Beyond. Designed for industry and led by a multi-disciplinary expert faculty, this must-attend update will give you the latest and best-available intel and tools you need to manage the ongoing challenges, risks, gaps and obligations with considerations for owners, general contractors and subcontractors/trades.
Effective and proactive management of return to work protocols can significantly improve cost outcomes related to most WSIB claims.
Applying interactive learning and real life-scenarios, this half-day workshop examines topics such as
WSIB Return to Work Obligations, WSIB Players, Human Rights and Return to Work, Common WSIB Return to Work Issues and Claim Costs, to name a few.
In construction, it is essential to understand what you’re getting yourself into before you agree to perform the work as per specifications and drawings.
Things are bound to change, but how is change accommodated in the contract?
On Monday, April 17 at 1:00 p.m., join CCA to explore how scope is defined in a contract and how changes made can impact risk and your business.
Gain insight on McMillan's newletter release which include topics of interest such as - Privacy Breaches, Bank Fraud and more.
The 4th Annual Legal Guide to Managing Construction Liens in Ontario is a recurring intensive program that will give delegates a practical understanding in how to navigate the crucial elements and changes affecting construction liens processes in Ontario. This program is scheduled for April 11, 2023, and will offer both online and in-person attendance options.
The Osgoode Certificate in Contract Management for Construction and Infrastructure Projects is a comprehensive five-day certificate that will give delegates the tips and strategies they need to address some of the most challenging and complex situations that can negatively impact the contract management process. This year’s certificate runs from May 29 to June 2, 2023 and will offer both online and in-person attendance options.
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