In continuing to build a modern and sustainable Brampton, the City adopted the Certificate of Recognition (COR) program as part of its construction contract management and construction tendering process. This is a reaffirmation of the City’s ongoing commitment to health and safety for contractors, employees and residents. 

To learn more, please click here. 

The Generals magazine is one of the most well-read and trusted publications in the Ontario construction industry, with 86% of survey respondents rating the credibility of The Generals magazine as excellent or above average.

In this issue, learn more about the carbon impact of returned concrete, unique safety solutions, and OGCA's General's Den winners!

Start reading now!

Each day, contractors, supervisors and workers dedicate their skills and expertise to getting the job done safely.

Operating various equipment, ladders and other machinery or tools can be dangerous when performed near overhead or underground powerlines. In the past year, contact with overhead wires has increased three times. 

Hydro One has created a Resource page and Power Safety Toolkit to continue prioritizing safety and understanding the proper procedures that protect workers and the public from the serious dangers that come with working near powerlines.

This year the annual PCA Curling Bonspiel will be held at London’s Highland Community Curling Club on April 5 and 6.  As defending champions, London Rocks are looking for seven teams (minimum) and eleven teams (maximum) to come on down and give it their all. The London and District Construction Association (LDCA) are adding a one time best foursome name this year and will donate $100 for each team member to the London Food Bank. The LDCA has arranged for rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in downtown London for $169 per night.

Should anyone need help with gathering a foursome, please inform Mike Carter to assist in securing additional players.

To RSVP for the event, please send a confirming email to Mike Carter.

The Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD) is seeking feedback on the employer experience with the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program. If you are interested in responding to the survey, you can find it on Ontario's Regulatory Registry. Once you have completed the survey, please submit it through the registry.

As the weather gets colder, it's important to remember that working in cold conditions can lead to cold-related illness, disability and even death when combined with other stresses such as hard physical work or fatigue. But there are things we can do to keep workers safe.

Please click here to read the full report. 

The Canadian Concrete Expo is Canada's only National Trade Show dedicated to the Concrete, Construction, and Aggregates Industries.

Conference Sessions, Live Demos and Stage Presentations provide attendees the chance to experience the latest tech, equipment, and key industry insights, while the vast exhibition floor is where deals are made, people connect, test the gear, and take advantage of exclusive show offers.

To learn more, please click here.

To pre-register by February 13 with the VIP code for complimentary trade show admission, click here.

As we kick off 2024, Procore is tracking developments across the industry, including new technology, project backlogs, labour shortage, and attitudes toward mental health in construction.

This is a critical time for the industry, with new challenges and also opportunities for companies to be nimble. Understanding what lies ahead can help organizations prepare and ensure their processes are in line with the rest of the industry, and position them for success.

To learn more, please click here.

The Surety Association of Canada (SAC) held its 32nd Annual General Meeting and Conference on October 10 and 11, 2023, at the Hilton Toronto Hotel where the slate of officers was presented and approved by the SAC membership. On December 5, 2023, the SAC Board of Directors met to elect the officials for the upcoming fiscal year.

To read the full press release, please click here.

The 5th Annual Legal Guide to Managing Construction Liens in Ontario is an intensive program developed for experienced industry professionals and legal advisors. In this one-day event, attendees will gain a practical understanding of how to navigate the technical elements and legal and practice changes impacting construction liens processes in Ontario. 

Dates:

1. February 21, 2024, In-Person or Online (Blended)

2. April 4, 2024, Online (Replay)

Register here!