August 15, 2023


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
 
 
 
UPCOMING EVENTS
 

Members Networking Workshop

September 12, 2023 - TCA Office


TCA 5th Annual Golf Tournament

September 14, 2023 - Angus Glen Golf Club


YCL 2023 Pub Night

November 9, 2023

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.

 

INDUSTRY NEWS

 

Ontario Providing Free Training for Construction Workers


The Ontario government is investing $3.6 million to support three innovative projects to help over 2,200 women and young people across Ontario prepare for meaningful and well-paying careers in the construction trades. Led by the Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario (PBCTCO), these free programs will focus on increasing female participation in the industry, providing online training tools and exclusive employment opportunities to jobseekers, and giving grade 12 students a first-hand look at life-changing careers in construction. Women make up less than five per cent of Ontario’s construction workforce, meaning many are missing out on a lucrative and in-demand sector.



Click here, to read the full news article.

‘Range of dates’ for opening of Eglinton Crosstown LRT anticipated by the end of summer


The opening dates for the Eglinton Crosstown LRT are expected to be released by the end of summer after much uncertainty surfaced earlier this year as a result of significant delays.


That was the message from Metrolinx CEO Phil Verster during an unrelated press conference following an announcement by Associate Minister of Transportation Stan Cho about TTC riders now being able to use credit or debit cards to pay fares, including cards on a smartphone or smartwatch. The LRT project began 12 years ago and construction is now 98 per cent complete, Cho said before inviting Verster to address the media. 



Click here, to read the full news article. 

 
 

Ontario proposing new regulations to protect workers from heat related illnesses


Ontario is proposing regulations to protect workers in the province from heat-related illnesses amid a rise in extreme heat events across Canada due to climate change.


The proposed bill would introduce a “standalone” heat stress regulation under the Occupational Health and Safety Act with various requirements for all workplaces where OHSA applies.



Click here, to read the full news article. 

EllisDon selected to build CHEO Integrated Treatment Centre in Ottawa


Infrastructure Ontario announced that EllisDon Infrastructure Healthcare (EDIH) has been selected as the preferred proponent to design, build and finance the 1Door4Care: CHEO Integrated Treatment Centre in Ottawa.


The new treatment centre will merge seven care locations, currently leased and spread across Ottawa, into a single, state-of-the-art, purpose-built site on CHEO’s main Smyth Road campus.


Click here, to read the full news article. 

 

Canadian building permits increase 6.1% in June


Statistics Canada reports that the total monthly value of building permits in Canada increased 6.1% in June to $11.6 billion, with a notable 67.2% monthly increase (+$619.3 million) in the institutional component.

On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), the total value of building permits went up 7.0% to $6.8 billion.


Hospital construction intentions lead gains in non-residential permit values

The total monthly value of non-residential permits increased 20.4% to $4.7 billion in June.


Click here, to read the full news article. 

Kilmer Group breaks ground on 725 new rental homes in Toronto


Construction has started on a 725-unit rental housing with 218 new affordable units; the first Housing Now site to break ground on city-owned land in Toronto.


The development of 5207 Dundas St. W. is on city-owned land and construction has been awarded to the Kilmer Group and Tricon Residential. It’s Toronto’s first Housing Now project and by the end of the project the neighborhood will have more than 2,700 new rental homes, a new civic centre, libraries and retail space.




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.



*For TCA Members Only*


TCA Free Members' Networking Workshop: September 12, 2023 -

RSVP for Free Now

TCA Members! Sign up to attend TCA's free members' networking workshop on Tuesday, September 12, 2023. Take advantage of this great 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

 


TCA Advantage Club: CNE 2023 Corporate Rates: Save up to 43%!


Purchase your CNE tickets online with our unique corporate code and save! CNE Corporate Rates are the lowest available. You save off gate prices and retail partner prices too -- up to 43%!

To obtain the unique corporate code, please contact info@tcaconnect.com.


Please note the above discounts are offered to TCA member companies only - discount rates are subject to change at any time as they are offered by third party companies - TCA cannot guarantee rates or eligibility requirements from the above vendor.

 
Important TCA Updates
 

Tickets are almost sold out!


TCA 5th Annual Women's Golf: September 14, 2023 - Don't wait to register!

Hurry up and get your tickets for the TCA's 5th Annual Women's Golf Day before they sell out! It's going to be an exciting day on the green that you won't want to miss. Also, we have fantastic sponsorship opportunities that you don't want to pass up! For the complete information or to sign up, Click here.


Please contact Jason Pelligra for more details:

Email: jpelligra@tcaconnect.com | Phone: 416-499-4000, x4104

 
 

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

Compliance With Prompt Payment To Avoid Adjudication In Ontario

Aug. 16 | Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST


In-person Class: Level 1 – Blueprint Reading workshop

Aug. 16 & 23 | Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM EST


Construction 101 and Beyond

Aug. 22, 24, 29 & 31 | Tuesday & Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST


Construction Industry Ethics

Aug. 23 & 30 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST


Excel for Construction – Basic

Aug. 23 & 30 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST



For more details, please click here, or contact: 

Faith Chen, Senior Manager, TCIC/Professional Development

fchen@tcaconnect.com

 
 
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