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Industry News

The 2024 CCA Annual Conference

Set to take place March 12-15, 2024 at the stunning resort destination of the Paradisus Palma Real Golf and Resort Spa in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, the Canadian Construction Association's (CCA) Annual Conference is an opportunity to gather with industry professionals, thought leaders, and innovators for an immersive and engaging conference experience.

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Take a Stand for Health & Safety: Sponsor Steps for Life and support Families of Workplace Tragedy

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CCA Hill Day - November 7, 2023

The CCA’s most important advocacy activity is an opportunity to engage with policy makers and reinforce issues of national importance to not only the Construction Industry, but also to the 40 million Canadians who depend on the infrastructure the Industry designs, builds, and maintains.

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Government Needs to Partner with Canada’s Construction Industry to Strengthen Foundation for Economic Growth

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Don’t let water damage sideline your construction project

Severe water damage can cause several challenges for construction companies. Related project delays can translate into increased costs in labour and materials and can also drive up financing costs from lenders to finish the project, heavily impacting developers’ bottom lines. The reality is that water damage during the construction stage of a building is one of the largest risks to completing a project on time and on budget.

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Safety

IHSA Safety Podcast - COR 2020 and ISO 45001

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The October 2023 MLITSD Report for the Labour Management Network

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IHSA Makes Many eLearning Courses and COR® Resources Available for Free

High-quality workplace health and safety training is now more accessible than ever.

Until March 31, 2024, Ontario businesses in the construction, transportation, and electrical utilities industries can access more than two-dozen of IHSA’s online training programs for free.

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Associate Partner News and Events

Osgoode Certificate in Construction Law

In the Osgoode Certificate in Construction Law, attendees will join 30 senior legal and construction professionals to learn what they need to know about crucial construction law concepts, from contract formation to dispute resolution. Developed for the construction industry and legal professionals, this information-packed and highly practical program will highlight real-world situations to enhance learning and provide ample opportunity for questions and class discussion.

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Tools for Success: Construction Law Webinar Series - Season 6

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From Mines to Courtrooms: Norm Keith’s Lifelong Advocacy for OHS

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SCMAO's Canadian Construction Procurement Conference

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Maglin's Iconic Bench: Classic Meets Contemporary

The Iconic Bench from Maglin combines the timeless comfort of traditional outdoor seating with clean lines and a fresh aesthetic. Customize your choice with or without a backrest and add armrests as required. Iconic’s beautiful surfaces are available in Ipe and Thermally Modified Ash wood with durable ends made from solid cast aluminum. Receive a Quick Quote online.

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Clearing Confusion Over Safety Accreditation in the City of Toronto

There is significant confusion among construction industry leaders in Ontario over the City of Toronto’s procurement policy when it comes to safety accreditation. Toronto accepts both the Certificate of Recognition (COR) certification and the ISO 45001 certification; despite the fact it isn’t explicitly stated in the city’s procurement policy.

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A Recent Decision of the Divisional Court

Attached is a recent decision of the Divisional Court, reviewing and upholding a WSIAT decision, that gives a construction worker who was driving home after the end of the workday and impaired by alcohol to a criminal threshold, a lifetime of WSIB benefits after he caused a single vehicle accident (he drove off the road and rolled the vehicle). He was seriously injured and permanently disabled.

Norm Keith, Partner at KPMG Law LLP, claims this will cost his clients (and the construction industry) millions of dollars.

He is urging OGCA members to review this case and consider the following:

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