OGCA News

Interference drawings need to be clearly defined for specific projects urges OGCA

The Ontario General Contractor’s Association (OGCA) is looking to clarify the definition and language surrounding interference drawings that are requested on certain projects.

The OGCA recently put a bulletin out stating a number of members have had issues with interference drawing requests by the buyers of construction, architects and consultants.

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BuildForce Canada Releases Labour Market Report

Labour market challenges could continue across Ontario’s construction industry into the near future, as ongoing activity in both the residential and non-residential sectors builds employment to a peak in 2028 and adds pressure to already-tight recruiting conditions.

BuildForce Canada published its 2023–2032 Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward report for Ontario.

Visit https://www.buildforce.ca/en/lmi/forecast-summary-reports to view the full article online.

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Industry News

Federal government announces new process to welcome skilled newcomers

The CCA is pleased to report that we achieved headway with the federal government on our cornerstone issue to rebuild Canada’s workforce through immigration reform. The Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship recently announced a new process under the Express Entry program to welcome skilled newcomers with work experience in occupations considered a priority in Canada.

Visit https://mailchi.mp/cca-acc.com/express-entry-note-june-8-2023?e=78bc8c3398 to view the full article online.

Industry Summit on Construction Technology

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Addressing the critical issue of labor shortages in the construction industry through the integration of design, manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly processes with field mechanization will be the focus of our Toronto event. We will bring together experts, practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to discuss important innovations, challenges that stand in the way of progress, and how industry stakeholders can contribute to industry advancement.

Visit https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events/contech23 to view the full article online.

Exciting News! McIntosh Perry Joins Forces with Egis, Global Consulting, Construction Engineering, and Operating Firm!

McIntosh Perry Consulting Engineers Ltd. (McIntosh Perry), an award-winning Canadian consulting engineering company, and Beam, Longest & Neff, LLC (BLN), a leading U.S. infrastructure engineering firm, have joined Egis, a global consulting, construction engineering and operating firm. This new partnership allows Egis to expand its presence and help clients in North America build a more balanced, sustainable, and resilient world.

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New RBC Climate Action Institute Study

Canada is on the edge of a building boom. With our current housing stock already squeezed and a surge in immigration poised to accelerate demand, Canada will require 5.8 million new houses by 2030. But we can’t build them the same way.

Visit https://thoughtleadership.rbc.com/high-rise-low-carbon-canadas-40-billion-net-zero-building-challenge/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=johnstakeholder&utm_campaign=climate to view the full article online.

Industry Perspectives Op-Ed: Ottawa Hospital procurement under the microscope

Public procurements must be held to a higher standard since they involve monies provided by the public. This means that the procuring entity must act, and be seen to act, with integrity and professionalism. All procurements must be conducted in an open, fair and transparent fashion.

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988 suicide number, chip campaign praised by contractors

Canadian construction stakeholders are praising the federal government’s pledge to implement 988, a national three-digit suicide hotline replacing a 10-digit crisis phone number, as a life saver for the industry.

Visit https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/usa/2023/04/988-suicide-number-chip-campaign-praised-by-contractors to view the full article online.

MLITSD Monthly Report

The Occupational Health and Safety Branch of the MLITSD provides the monthly Report for the Labour-Management Network to OGCA. We are pleased to share this information with our membership.

This report includes monthly statistics, year-to-date fatality and critical injury reporting in construction, as well as a "What’s New" section, court bulletins, and enforcement trends.

To read the July 2023 MLITSD Report, click here.

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Workplace Safety and Insurance Appeals Tribunal process update

The WSIAT has announced that they will be updating their pre-hearing process, effective November 6, 2023. To view the announcement, click here.

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Safety

Does OHS inspector misconduct in Ontario reveal deeper problems?

Recent reports of misconduct by Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) inspectors in Ontario has garnered national attention. News sources as diverse as the Toronto Star, trade media and the Toronto Sun have covered reports of the investigation and termination of anywhere from 22 to 50 OHS inspectors in Ontario for just cause.

Visit https://www.ohscanada.com/features/does-ohs-inspector-misconduct-in-ontario-reveal-deeper-problems/ to view the full article online.

League of Champions

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MLITSD news

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Associate Partner News and Events

The Engineering Conference: Canada’s Largest Engineering Event!

Kindly distribute this communication to your Engineering & STEM, HR & Diversity, MARCOM and Learning Leaders.

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.

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Faster Takeoff, More Accurate Estimates

Improve your bid-to-hit ratio fast, by quickly performing quantity takeoffs, estimates,
and professional proposals.

To view an introductory video that highlights the 3D Takeoff functionality, please click here.

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Accommodation of Mental Disability: Understanding an Employer’s Rights and Responsibilities

Half-Day Intensive Virtual Workshop

Increasingly, requests for accommodation in the workplace focus on mental, not physical, disability. Yet, understanding when a mental health issue may be a disability and how far the duty to accommodate a mental disability extends can be challenging for an employer.

Visit https://www.sherrardkuzz.com/events/?data-category=workshops to view the full article online.

New Licensing Process for Temporary Help Agencies and Recruiters in Ontario Take Effect July 1, 2023 and January 1, 2024

Effective January 1, 2024, a temporary help agency (“THA”) or recruiter operating in Ontario must
have a licence, or have submitted a license application, to operate. Similarly, a client of a THA or any
employer or prospective employee cannot knowingly use an unlicensed THA or recruiter. Failure to
comply will be a violation of the Ontario Employment Standards Act, 2000 (“ESA”).

Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/oga-nwl/pdf/Briefing_Note_-_New_Licensing_Process_for_Temporary_Help_Agencies_and_Recruiters_in_Ontario_Take_Effect_July_1_2023_and_January_1_2024_.pdf to view the full article online.

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