October 1, 2024


IN THIS ISSUE:


  • Upcoming TCA Events
  • Advertise in our weekly bulletin
  • TCA Member Benefit
  • Industry News
  • TCA Member Spotlight
  • Important TCA Updates
  • Certificates of Substantial Performance (CSPs) - TCA Member discount
  • TCIC Upcoming Courses
 
 
 
 
 


Important Information Regarding Document Ordering!


Document orders will require a 48-hour lead time for processing. Please allow up to three business days for the delivery of all online orders.



 
UPCOMING EVENTS


TCA Environmental Committee Seminar - City of Toronto Now and the Future: Municipal Policy Updates - Sign Up for FREE! October 23


YCL x Gensler - Women in Leadership event - REGISTER NOW

October 23, 2024


YCL Pub Night Event - (SAVE THE DATE) November 14, 2024


TCA Annual Christmas Luncheon - (SAVE THE DATE) December 6, 2024

TCA MEMBER BENEFIT

Networking


With over 1,800 member companies, TCA offers you a unique opportunity to meet, grow and build lasting connections with a wide range of likeminded industry professionals. We offer endless avenues for members to expand their industry connections through ongoing social events, industry committees, and educational events, some of which are FREE to attend. New to the association? what better way to get out there and build connections in the industry. Well-attended annual events include our annual golf tournament, annual Members’ Day and a signature bi-annual corporate event.

INDUSTRY NEWS

 

To bid or not to bid? New CCA tool has the answer


A new Canadian Construction Association (CCA) bulletin aims to help contractors bid on the right projects instead of wasting time on the wrong ones.


The Bid Go or No Go bulletin is a resource that provides guidance to help navigate the bidding process. It is “designed to help contractors make informed choices that balance potential rewards against inherent risks.”


Click here, to read the full news article.

Construction Now Underway Along the Entire Ontario Line


The Ontario government has officially begun work along all parts of the Ontario Line subway, marking a significant milestone in the province’s plan to bring nearly 230,000 people within walking distance of fast and convenient public transit. Under the final contract, work has begun to build the Don Valley Crossing Bridge and the West Don Crossing Bridge, which will carry Ontario Line trains across the Don Valley toward the downtown core.


Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Hamilton signs $400M deal investing in Hamilton International Airport


The City of Hamilton and TradePort International Corporation have finalized a $400-million agreement to further develop and expand John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport over a 49-year term.


The deal secures significant investment from TradePort, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vantage Group, a global airport development and transportation infrastructure leader.


The investment aims to transform the Airport’s infrastructure, including expanding and enhancing passenger terminal buildings, upgrading cargo facilities, enhancing taxiways and aprons, and achieving Net Zero Carbon by 2030.


Click here, to read the full news article.

Lesurf’s goal as OGCA chair is to bolster the voice of the industry


After over 11 years on the board, Craig Lesurf has been named chair of the Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA).


Over the one-year term, Lesurf, who is also president of Gillam Group and a long-time safety advocate in the industry, said he plans to provide guidance for the organization but also finding ways to support the industry.


He has headed up the OGCA safety committee for years. He is also co-founder and former chair of the League of Champions, a cross-sectoral construction health and safety advocacy group founded in 2015. He plans to continue that focus going forward.



Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Proposed regulation could help Ontario builders free up funds for housing projects


A consultation process has been launched by the Ontario government to implement pay-on-demand surety bonds as an alternative to Letters of Credit (LOC) for homebuilders, which the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is calling a huge regulatory win. The proposal, Enabling the Use of Pay-on-Demand Surety Bonds to Secure Land-Use Planning Obligations under Section 70.3.1 of the Planning Act, was posted to the Environmental Registry of Ontario by the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Sept. 16.


Click here, to read the full news article. 

Metrolinx achieves milestone in building of future Scarborough Centre Station


Metrolinx announced that construction for the Scarborough Subway Extension took a big step forward over the Labour Day weekend with the removal of the 8,100-tonne Progress Avenue bridge above McCowan Road, at the site of the future Scarborough Centre Station.


The bridge, which weighed approximately the same as 15 jumbo jets, was removed in a 72-hour sprint in a coordinated effort involving dozens of people and machines.




Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Fashion-inspired tower MISSONI SKY set to rise in Toronto


Italian fashion house MISSONI and real estate developer Amexon Development Corporation are partnering for the launch of MISSONI SKY, a high fashion-inspired luxury tower in Toronto.


Located near the King-Jarvis design district in downtown Toronto, the tower will showcase MISSONI’s signature geometric style, seamlessly integrating the brand’s iconic zigzag patterns and vibrant colour harmonies into every element from the lobbies and rooftop terraces to the fashion-inspired amenities and interiors, indicates a release.


Click here, to read the full news article. 

PCL aims for zero incidents with new safety program software


PCL Construction announced it has signed a multi-year deal with safety intelligence software company HammerTech to help make job sites safer and boost efficiencies across global operations.


PCL, one of the largest construction firms in North America, has built a strong culture of accountability, measurement and innovation – delivering over $10 billion-dollar CAD of annual construction volume and an outstanding safety record with injury rates below the industry average.



Click here, to read the full news article. 

 


TCA Member Spotlight


Get your company in front of like-minded industry colleagues and grow your network and business opportunities! Click here, to learn more and to complete the application form.

Advertise in Our Weekly Bulletin


Advertise your products and service in TCA's Weekly E-Connect bulletin. This email blast is sent to the members on Tuesday morning of each week. Please visit our website, or contact Vishawn Thompson for details.



Commercial or Contract Doors and Hardware.


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Upcoming Industry events


CCA Upcoming event


Smart selections: Choosing the right construction software for your business

November 14 | 13:00 | Virtual


Gold Seal Exam | Virtual | November 22, 2024

 

The Buildings Show | December 4 -6, 2024 | Metro Toronto Convention Centre - Registration is Open

 
Important TCA Updates                                                                   

Don’t Miss Out – RSVP!


TCA Members' Networking Workshop – FREE Event for Members Only! | October 29, 2024

TCA Members! Sign up now for TCA's free networking workshop on Tuesday, October 29. Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to connect with industry peers, build strong professional relationships, and grow your business. 


TCA's Members' Networking Workshop aims to help you:

  • Apply effective networking skills that help build and grow your business relations.
  • Develop effective self-introduction and networking plans.
  • Network with our sponsors and attend virtual networking sessions.

For further details, click here, Or contact Nazak Ghobadi to RSVP Now:


Email: nghobadi@tcaconnect.com | Phone: 416-499-4000, x4106

 


Register For Free!


TCA ENVIRONMENTAL COMMITTEE PRESENTS - City of Toronto Now and the Future: Municipal Policy Updates Seminar - October 23, 2024

Click here for full event and registration.


Tickets Go on Sale Tomorrow!


TCA 80th Annual Christmas Luncheon - Friday, December 6, 2024

Stay tuned for more details.

 

Exclusive Discount for TCA Members on publishing Certificates of Substantial Performance (CSPs) in the Daily Commercial News (DCN)!

All certificates and notices published in the Daily Commercial News (DCN) are a flat fee of $300 (plus tax). Special Affinity Pricing of $200 per certificate is available to all ConstructConnect subscribers and TCA members.

Click on the image for more details.

**IMPORTANT: To apply the discount, please mention the offer at the time of order placement.**



 

TCIC Upcoming Courses

New Contractor’s Practical Guide to Change Order Pricing and Management

Oct. 8 & 9 | Tuesday & Wednesday | 12:00 PM – 3:30 PM EST (2 Gold Seal credits)


Finance & Accounting for Non-Financial Managers (4 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 8 – 10 | Tuesday - Thursday | 11:30 AM – 3:30 PM EST


Compliance With Prompt Payment To Avoid Adjudication In Ontario

Oct. 9 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST (1 Gold Seal credit)



New The Usual Suspects: The Contract Documents You May Not Have Noticed

Oct. 9 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST (1 Gold Seal credit)


New evening class Building With Confidence: Site Supervisor Practical Skills

Oct. 9 – Nov. 27 | Wednesday | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM EST (10 Gold Seal credits)


New Building With Confidence: Site Supervisor Practical Skills (10 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 10 – Nov. 28, | Thursday | 12:30 PM – 4:30 PM EST


Construction Industry Ethics (3 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 16 & 17 | Wednesday & Thursday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST


Evening class Microsoft Project 4-Webinar Series (4 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 16, 23, 30 & Nov. 6 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST


In-person class Level-Up Leadership Excellence in Construction (4 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 16 & 30 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EST


Close Out a Construction Project (2 Gold Seal credits)

Oct. 17 & 18 | Thursday & Friday | 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM EST


For more details, please click here, or contact: 

Faith Chen, Senior Manager, TCIC/Professional Development

fchen@tcaconnect.com

 
 
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