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IN THIS ISSUE:
Advertise with TCA
Upcoming TCA / YCL Events
Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members
TCA's FREE Member Networking Workshop: March 10
TCA's Annual Members' Day: May 13
TCA Environmental Committee
Seminar Recap
Join our Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Committee
CCA / COCA News
2026 OGCA Construction Symposium
TCIC Jan. & Feb. 2026 Course Line Up
Project of the Month
Advantage Club Partners
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TCA's monthly E-Connect newsletter reaches all of our members, partner associations, industry organizations, and buyers of construction services at all government levels - that's over 30,000 industry contacts!
In addition to reaching such a large audience, our monthly newsletter also lives on our TCA website and will be promoted on all of our social channels, giving you even more exposure.
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| | Upcoming TCA / YCL Events | | |
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Members FREE Networking Workshop (Members only)
March 10, 2026 - TCA, Richmond Hill Office
Contact: Nazak Ghobadi
YCL Women's Series Event
March 24, 2026 - HOK
Contact: Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000, x4104
YCL Ping Pong
April 9, 2026 - SPiN
Contact: Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000, x4104
TCA Members' Day
May 14, 2025 - TCA Office
Contact: Nazak Ghobadi
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TCA's FREE Member Networking Workshop:
Tuesday, March 10, 2026 — Register Now!
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*TCA Members Only*
Register and join us for our next FREE TCA Members’ Networking Workshop taking place on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at our Richmond Hill office.
Don't miss out on this invaluable networking opportunity to connect with industry peers and build professional relationships. Our session will be led by Greg Dolenc, Technical Sales Representative at Sika Canada Inc, will facilitate our session.
TCA's Virtual 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 and to register for free, click here, Or contact Nazak Ghobadi to RSVP Now: Email: nghobadi@tcaconnect.com
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Mark Your Calendar and Save the Date!
TCA's 31st Annual Members' Day: Wed. May 13, 2026
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Save the Date: TCA's 31st Annual Members' Day!
Date: Wednesday, May 13, 2026
Time: 8:30 AM – 2:30 PM
Location: TCA Head Office, 70 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, Ontario
Join us for a day filled with valuable industry insights, networking, and celebrations!
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Exhibitor Showcase – Explore products and services from our members.
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Industry Forum – Gain expert knowledge on industry trends.
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Networking Opportunities – Connect with other industry professionals, leaders, and potential business partners.
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Prizes & Giveaways – Take part in our exciting lucky draw!
Stay tuned for more details, including registration information and a full agenda. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
| | TCA Environmental Committee Seminar Recap | | |
On January 19, 2026, our environmental committee hosted a virtual presentation on Mass Timber & Steel Hybrid, which gave a valuable insight into the evolving landscape of hybrid construction. The session was led by Lee Scott, P.Eng., MBA, Director, Sales – North America, ELEMENT5 LP., and Scott Norris, B.ESc., P.Eng., Director, Engineering Solutions, Steelcon.
The presentation highlighted the technical, economic, and environmental advantages of combining structural steel and mass timber in modern construction. By integrating steel’s strength and long-span capability with mass timber’s lower carbon footprint and prefabrication efficiency, hybrid systems can deliver high-performing, cost-effective building solutions.
The speakers outlined standard hybrid structures, including steel frames paired with mass timber floor systems. They also reviewed key connection strategies that support efficient installation and structural performance.
In addition, the session addressed fire and acoustic performance considerations, along with design approaches that optimize material use while maintaining building code compliance.
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Lee Scott, P.Eng., MBA, Director, Sales – North America,
ELEMENT5 LP.
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Scott Norris, B.ESc., P.Eng., Director, Engineering
Solutions, Steelcon
| | | If you missed the session, click here to access the recording. | | TCA Environmental Committee Featured Building of The Month: Emergency Medical Services 4330 Dufferin Street | | Join our Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Club | |
The Mission of our Young Construction Leaders Club (YCL) is to develop an informal communication network among construction industry future Leaders up to 40 years of age, in order to:
- Promote networking relationships within the construction industry.
- Develop a forum to establish industry contacts and business leads.
- Provide information, industry activities and opportunities that will enhance and profit the individual and their respective organization.
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To learn more about YCL and how you can get involved, click here.
| | Member Benefit: Virtual Commissioning of Stat Decs | |
Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, TCA is now commissioning statutory declarations virtually for our members.
If you require the signature of a commissioner of oaths, the virtual commissioning process will be as follows:
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Email us at statdec@tcaconnect.com to set up the video conference.
- Commissioning staff will ask for identification in order to verify the member's identity. Have your picture identification ready.
- Once confirmed you will sign the Statutory Declarations while the commissioning staff witness. You will then need to scan and send it by email.
- Once received, the commissioning staff will print and verify the signature that they witnessed and if everything is satisfactory, they will sign and email it back.
If you have any further questions regarding TCA's virtual commissioning process, please contact us by email: statdec@tcaconnect.com.
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The Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA), our provincial partner, aims to bring concerns of our members at large to the attention of Queen's Park. COCA is committed to working with the Provincial Government to ensure that Ontario's legislative landscape is one in which our industry can grow and prosper.
Highlights from COCA's monthly newsletter include:
For a copy of COCA's monthly newsletter, please click here.
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The Canadian Construction Association (CCA), our federal partner, aims to be the national voice for the Canadian construction industry, giving our industry a voice in public policy issues; legal and standards development; and goals of contractors, suppliers and allied business professionals working in, or with, Canada's non-residential construction industry.
CCA recently launched a new newsletter called CCA Plus+.
To view CCA's Plus+ newsletter, please click here.
| | 2026 OGCA Construction Symposium: April 16-18, 2026 | | |
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.
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.
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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.**
| | The Construction Institute Of Canada Course Line Up | | TCIC Featured Courses Of The Month | | |
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New Integrating AI into Construction Projects and Business Operations
Are you ready to future-proof your construction business? Join us for a dynamic, 1.5-hour webinar designed specifically for construction professionals who want to harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence—no tech jargon, no coding required.
Discover practical, hands-on applications that can streamline your project documentation, extract key insights from drawings and specs, and build better schedules and quality control plans.
This session offers live demonstrations and real-world case studies, showcasing how AI tools can boost productivity across project teams and operational departments. Learn how AI empowers business development, enhances workflow analysis, supports lean construction principles, improves internal communications, and assists HR functions—all while reinforcing professional judgement and reducing administrative burden.
Whether you're a general contractor, owner, consultant, subcontractor, or construction manager, you’ll leave with a clear roadmap to responsibly and effectively integrate AI into your daily work. Plus, get an exclusive peek into the future with a discussion on AI agents and their role in automating management tasks.
- Gain practical knowledge and actionable strategies for AI adoption
- See live demonstrations tailored to construction scenarios
- Explore workflows applicable to all industry stakeholders
- Leave equipped for responsible and effective use of AI
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve. Reserve your spot now and start building smarter, faster, and more efficiently with AI!
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12 Ossington wins gold as part of Brick in Architecture Awards
A four-storey, 17,500-square-foot commercial building in downtown Toronto has been named among several gold winners as part of the Brick in Architecture (BIA) Awards competition, which showcases clay brick projects from across the globe.
Undertaken for client Hullmark, Toronto’s 12 Ossington balances landmark presence with sensitivity to its historic context and won the award in the commercial category.
“Featuring retail at grade and offices above, the design uses handcrafted, water-struck brick and expressive arches to reflect the grit and heritage of the Ossington neighbourhood,” a release describes. “A solid, textured brick base contrasts with light, set-back upper floors, creating a dialogue between past and present. Rich masonry details, arched forms, and finely crafted materials give the building a strong street presence while honouring local history and elevating the area’s main-street character.”
The masonry on the project was carried out by Oliynyk Masonry Inc. and the architects were Hariri Pontarini Architects. It was completed in 2022, the architect notes.
The 2025 BIA awards featured 42 projects that placed in Best In Class, Gold, Silver and Bronze across the nine different categories as well as an overall Craftsmanship Award, which only one project earns.
The categories are Craftsmanship, Thin Brick, International, Residential Single Family, Commercial, Residential Multi-Family, Education (Colleges and Universities), Paving and Landscaping, Education (K-12), and Historic Renovation.
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Advantage Club members enjoy FLEET PRICING on the purchase of a Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge or Jeep Vehicle! TCA's partnership with Chrysler offers substantial savings! Contact us today for more information.
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