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YCL Ping Pong
April 9, 2026 - SPiN
TCA Members' Day
May 13, 2026 - TCA Office
TCA Annual Golf Tournament
May 28, 2026 - Angus Glen
YCL Boat Cruise
June 25, 2026
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Marketing and Promotion
Advertising through TCA’s numerous print and digital platforms is a great way to cost-effectively promote your business and services to your specific target market while extending your industry reach.
Free display opportunity at TCA Annual Members’ Day and event sponsorships are also available to give your business and brand more exposure.
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Ontario budget 2026 includes infrastructure spending, but few details
The Government of Ontario tabled its 2026 Budget, which includes a balanced budget being pushed back and committing more than $200 billion over 10 years for infrastructure, focusing on highways, transit, and community projects to support growth, with $37 billion planned for 2026–27 alone. Key investments include accelerating Highway 413 and Bradford Bypass construction, substantial hospital expansion, and a $300M community sport/recreation fund.
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Province approves Mississauga’s new Official Plan
Ontario’s Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing Rob Flack has issued a Notice of Decision to approve the City of Mississauga’s new Official Plan.
According to a release, this means Mississauga Official Plan 2051 is now in effect, replacing the former plan and amendments.
It also means all new development applications will now be required to be consistent with the new plan.
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Ontario adds $300M to Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund
The Government of Ontario announced it is investing an additional $300 million in the Community Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Fund (CSRIF) to build and upgrade sport and recreation facilities across the province.
“Our government is delivering on our plan to protect Ontario by making historic local investments that strengthen our communities today and for the future,” said Neil Lumsden, Minister of Sport.
Click here, to read the full news article.
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AI driving data centre construction boom
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is driving a Canadian boom in data centre construction with billions being poured into new projects either coming out of the ground or on the drawing boards.
Western Canada is emerging as a prime site as it offers large low-cost sites near larger urban centres, can provide the energy needed to drive warehoused computers, has lower temperatures to naturally cool facilities and provides a Canadian alternative to data now stored in U.S. centres near the border.
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EllisDon at 75: from local builder to global infrastructure leader
One of Canada’s most influential construction firms is marking a major milestone as EllisDon celebrates its 75th anniversary and a storied history that saw it begin as a small Ontario contractor only to become a global infrastructure power.
Founded in 1951 with just four employees, the company has grown into a 100 per cent employee-owned business with more than 10,000 staff delivering projects across Canada, the U.S., Europe and the Middle East.
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Toronto’s Waterfront East Transit project gets a big boost from feds, province
The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario recently announced their commitment to a cost-sharing agreement alongside the City of Toronto to advance Waterfront East Transit.
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Doug Ford joined Mayor Olivia Chow in Toronto Monday to unveil a plan for the province and federal government to each spend $4.4 billion on housing-related infrastructure in the province over the next 10 years.
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Christine Crescent redevelopment to deliver 160 mixed-income homes in Oshawa
A new mixed-income development designed by Montgomery Sisam is on deck for Oshawa, Ont. with work underway.
The 160,000 square foot Christine Crescent redevelopment replaces 12 semi-detached homes with two buildings — four and six storeys tall, explains a release.
The project delivers 160 new mixed-income rental homes with a mix of one- to four-bedroom units all designed on a six-metre modular grid.
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Scholarship launched for budding architects
DIALOG’s 2026 Architectural Scholarship in Honour of Michael Evamy is now accepting applications, which is open to students enrolled in a Canadian architecture school who are entering their final year of a professional architecture degree program.
The scholarship includes $5,000 (CAD) in funding for the recipient’s final research thesis, $3,000 (CAD) to cover travel and project-related expenses, and a public presentation organized by DIALOG.
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A Seat at the Table: How Construction Leaders Are Rethinking Finance in 2026
Margins are tighter, projects more complex, and expectations higher than ever. Today’s finance leaders are expected to go beyond cost control—bringing clarity, improving project visibility, and guiding smarter decisions across the business.
Sage is hosting a private dinner series for construction and project-based leaders to connect, share insights, and discuss challenges like cash flow, WIP visibility, and scaling in an unpredictable market.
Please see the two dates below. Click on your preferred option to view the full details and make your selection.
👉 Thursday | April 2nd | 6PM-9PM | Perla Oyster Bar | 3580 Major MacKenzie | Woodbridge |
👉 Wednesday | April 15th | 6PM-9PM | Black+Blue | 130 King St W. | Toronto |
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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.
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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.
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YCL ANNUAL PING PONG EVENT — LAST CHANCE TO GRAB YOUR TICKETS!
Thursday, April 9, 2026 | SPiN Toronto
| | Join the YCL Committee on Thursday, April 9 at SPiN Toronto for an exciting evening of ping pong, networking, and delicious appetizers. | | |
2026 OGCA Construction Symposium
April 16-18, 2026 | Blue Mountain Conference Centre
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Join 650+ Industry Professionals at the 2026 Symposium
Registration is now open for the 2026 OGCA Construction Symposium, a premier industry event expected to bring together over 650 professionals from across the sector.
Delegates will gain valuable insights from expert speakers, explore current trends and challenges, and connect with peers, partners, and industry leaders.
In addition, attendees can earn a number of continuing professional development credits in various areas, such as: Legal, engineering, NCSO and Gold Seal. These credits apply toward continuing certifications, making this event both informative and professionally rewarding.
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The Symposium also features a dynamic tradeshow, giving you the chance to explore the latest products, services, and innovations shaping the industry. To round out the day, enjoy exclusive entertainment by Toronto’s top mentalist, Kevin Hamdan, for a truly unforgettable experience.
Date: Thursday, April 16th & 17th, 2026
Time: Sessions commence at 9:00 AM and run until 4:00 PM
Location: Blue Mountain Conference Centre
To register and for Tradeshow information, please click here.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and advance your career alongside industry peers.
| | 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. | | |
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**IMPORTANT: To apply the discount, please mention the offer at the time of order placement.**
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