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IN THIS ISSUE:
Advertise with TCA
TCA 81st Annual Christmas Luncheon is on Sale Now
The Buildings Show: December 3 - 5
Upcoming TCA / YCL Events
YCL Committee Presents:
Mastering the Build
Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members
TCA's 2025/26 Construction Book
Join our Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Committee
CCA / COCA News
TCIC September & October 2025 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.
Click here to view our online advertising rates.
| | TCA 81st Annual Christmas Luncheon is on Sale Now (Friday, December 5) — Over 175 Tables Sold So Far | | |
Our Annual Christmas Luncheon is Officially On Sale!
Join us as we celebrate our Annual Christmas Luncheon on Friday, December 5, 2025, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building – Exhibit Halls F & G.
Tables are selling out quickly, so don’t wait, REGISTER NOW to secure your spot!
Come and enjoy an afternoon of festivities in great company, and networking with some of the biggest and newest names in the industry. Ron MacLean, host of Hockey Night in Canada, will once emcee this unforgettable event.
Amazing sponsorship opportunities are also available on a first-come, first-served basis.
You won’t want to miss it!
| | The Buildings Show: December 3 - 5, 2025: Register to attend now and visit us at our booth #1313 | | |
We are thrilled to be exhibiting at The 2025 Buildings Show at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building, from December 3-5! Don’t miss the chance to connect with us! REGISTER NOW, and visit us at booth #1313.
Supported by TCA, BOMA, BILD, Concrete Ontario and CABA, The Buildings Show, comprised of Construct Canada, PM Expo, HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo and World of Concrete Toronto Pavilion.
Click here, for all the details and to register.
We look forward to welcoming you and showcasing all that we have to offer!
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TCA Breakfast at The Buildings Show!
Featuring Angela Clayton, President & CEO of Infrastructure Ontario Thursday, December 4, 2025
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This year we will hear from Angela Clayton, appointed President & CEO of Infrastructure Ontario (IO) in July 2025.
With over 25 years of experience in the infrastructure and volunteer sectors, Angela has an established track record of performance. She has experience working in both the public and private sectors and has refined her skills in the areas of strategic planning, risk management, and program management. Her roles have included managing large and complex projects and portfolios.
Click here to read more and to secure your spot. (Space is limited).
Please note that this is for TCA Members-Only.
| | Upcoming TCA / YCL Events | | |
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TCA Members' Networking Workshop (FREE EVENT- Members Only)
November 4, 2025 - TCA Office - (Registration is Full)
Contact: Nazak Ghobadi | 416-499-4000, x4106
YCL Women's Series Event: Mastering the Build: From Acoustics to Architecture
November 19, 2025 - Novi Blds Inc.
Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000 | 416-499-4000, x4104
Construct Canada Trade Show
December 3 - 5, 2025 - Metro Convention Centre, South Building
TCA 81st Annual Christmas Luncheon
December 5, 2025 - Metro Convention Centre
Contact: Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000, x4104
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YCL Committee Presents: Mastering the Build:
From Acoustics to Architecture
November 19, 2025
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Lodestar Structures – The Building System That’s Changing Construction
Lodestar Structures is redefining how the world builds. Through its patented precast concrete building system, Lodestar has introduced a smarter, faster, and stronger method of construction that challenges traditional alternatives. The Lodestar system integrates precision-engineered components that arrive on-site ready for rapid assembly—cutting construction time dramatically while enhancing quality and durability. What once took months to build can now be achieved in weeks, with superior structural integrity and longterm performance.
| | Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members | | TCA 2025 Innovative Product Award: Submit your application by November 21, 2025 for a chance to win | | HAVE A NEW AND UNIQUE SOLUTION TRANSFORMING HOW WE DO BUSY? | | |
APPLY TODAY!
The Innovative Product Award (formerly known as TIPTA) was established in 1994 by the Toronto Construction Association (TCA). The Award is open to any supplier who can demonstrate the development and/or the use of innovative technologies in their respective industries. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your products/services at The Buildings Show, comprised of The Buildings Show | Construct Canada, PM Expo, HomeBuilder & Renovator Expo and World of Concrete Toronto Pavilion.
To be eligible, your submission below signifies your assurance that your firm accepts and/or satisfies the following eligibility requirements and conditions:
- The proposed technology must not have been the subject of an application for this award before
- The applicant must be the current owner of the related intellectual property (IP) or technology, or the initiator of any related IP application, and be capable of showing evidence of no patent infringement
- Research and development of the technology must have started no more than 3 years before
- Significant modifications of an existing technology to accommodate new applications are eligible
- Any dispute will be subject to decisions of the judges
The award technical criteria will allow the applicant to demonstrate innovation by describing:
- The development and/or the application of a new and unique technology (associated with any activity within the construction and property management industries)
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- A new and unique application or adaptation of an existing technology (associated with any activity within the construction and property management industries)
Online application available here. Eligibility is restricted to TCA member companies or those companies exhibiting at the 2025 Buildings Show.
Deadline for submissions is Friday, November 21, 2025, at 4:30 PM EST. Extensions will not be granted.
Questions regarding submission for the award, please contact: Nazak Ghobadi
| | TCA's 2025/26 Construction Book is Coming this Fall | | |
Gain maximum exposure for your construction products and services by advertising in our PRINT and ONLINE 2025/26 Construction Book. With over 3500 public and private buyers of construction services, our readership includes architects, engineers, designers, developers, property managers, general contractors, and all TCA member companies.
The 2025/26 Construction Book will be published and available this fall! Our advertisers include:
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Regal is a Leading Provider of Windows, Doors & Railings.
With Over 40 Years Of Exceptional Service, Quality and Reputation.
www.regalaluminum.com
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Superior Door & Gate Systems Ltd., provides professional High Security Fencing, Security Gates, Hydraulic Bollards, and Anti-Terrorist Equipment since 1977.
www.sdgs.ca
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The TPH Group, operating across Ontario,
provides quality Painting, Drywall and Framing services.
www.theTPHgroup.com
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Special Bundle Advertiser
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We Measure Up. AATO Members bring Professional & Technological skills
and knowledge to meet your building requirements.
www.aato.ca
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Voice of the Ontario mobile crane and concrete pump industry and promote the safety and betterment of the industry with all stakeholders.
cranerentalassociationontario.com
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TCA X HOME DEPOT MEET & GREET WITH
DWAYNE DE ROSARIO! ENTER TO WIN!
| | December 4, 2025 at 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM | Metro Toronto Convention Centre - SOUTH BUILDING | | |
Deadline to enter is Friday, November 21, 2025
For a chance to meet Canadian soccer legend Dwayne De Rosario in person at The Buildings Show! This once-in-a-lifetime experience includes a guaranteed FREE signed jersey for the winners!
| | 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+.
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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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Click on the image for more details.
**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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Advanced Blueprint Reading for Construction
Welcome to Advanced Blueprint Reading for Construction, an online course developed by The Construction Institute of Canada (TCIC) for professionals in the construction industry.
This course is intended for individuals who already have a foundational understanding of blueprint reading and are currently working - or planning to work - in construction, architecture, civil and structural engineering, MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing), or related fields. It combines in-depth theory with practical skills to support your career advancement.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Develop advanced skills in interpreting architectural and engineering blueprints.
- Analyze and extract critical information from complex multi-view and multi-discipline drawings.
- Identify and apply industry standards, symbols, and conventions used in technical documentation.
- Use blueprint reading techniques to inspect, identify errors, and ensure regulatory compliance.
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First-ever public developer-led mass timber,
affordable homes underway in Toronto
Political and development representatives recently marked the advancement of craning and assembly of the City of Toronto’s first affordable housing project delivered through the Public Developer model at 11 Brock Ave.
The project is being built using prefabricated and mass timber construction to speed up the process, exceeding Toronto Green Standard requirements, explains a release.
Set for completion in fall 2026, the development at 11 Brock Ave. will create 42 new rent-geared-to-income and supportive homes for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness.
All tenants will pay no more than 30 per cent of their income, or the shelter allowance of their social assistance, on rent.
Each tenant will have their own private apartment with a bathroom and kitchen, plus shared laundry, a communal kitchen and a common programming area.
The city has partnered with Parkdale Activity Recreation Centre (PARC) who will lease the building once completed. PARC has been a part of the Parkdale community for over 40 years, the release adds.
The property was previously owned by the Province of Ontario and was acquired by the city in 2019 for $3.25 million. In 2023, the project received over $21.6 million in funding from the federal government through the third round of the Rapid Housing Initiative. The city will also contribute funding and financial incentives to the project including waived fees and property taxes.
In 2024, Toronto City Council approved the Public Developer model to speed up the creation of non-market, affordable rental homes for low- and moderate-income residents on city-owned lands.
It takes a more direct approach in setting housing targets that will meet residents’ needs and expediting development reviews and approvals.
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TCA Advantage - Group Home & Auto Insurance Program
Personalized coverage to meet your needs
As a member of the Toronto Construction Association, you have access to preferred rates and personalized service on home and auto insurance. With TCA's group insurance plan, you can protect the things you value most and keep more money in your pocket. Contact Westland MyGroup today for a quote!1-844-999-7687
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TCA Advantage - Incredible savings on your office supplies
GREAT savings on your everyday office supplies! TCA's partnership with Staples Advantage offers you up to 60% off! Contact us today for more information.
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TCA Advantage- Fleet Pricing on ALL Fiat, Chrysler, Dodge and Jeep
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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TORONTO CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION
70 Leek Crescent
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1H1
Telephone: (416) 499-4000
Fax: (416) 499-8752
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