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IN THIS ISSUE:
Advertise with TCA
The Buildings Show
CEO Breakfast - Thursday, December 5
TCA / YCL Event Line Up
TCA 80th Annual Xmas Luncheon
Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members
YCL & Gensler Women in Leadership Recap
TCA Environmental Committee Seminar Recap
YCL 2024 Pub Night Recap
TCA "Best of the Best" Awards – Applications
TCA's 2024/25 Construction Book
Join our Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Committee
CCA / COCA News
TCIC Nov. & Dec. 2024 Course Line Up
Project of the Month
FRANCOachat
Advantage Club Partners
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Advertise with us and grow your business!
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.
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Office Closure Notice – Friday, December 6, 2024
The TCA office will be closed on Friday, December 6, for our annual Christmas Luncheon. If you are attending The Buildings Show, be sure to visit us at booth #1313—we would love to see you there!
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The Buildings Show: December 4 - 6, 2024: Register to attend now and visit us at our booth #1313 | |
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We are excited to be exhibiting at The Building Show 2024 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, South Building, from December 4-6! 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.
TCA Members Only
If you are a TCA member, please email us at info@tcaconnect.com to receive your registration code for a free show floor pass.
We look forward to welcoming you and showcasing all that we have to offer!
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CEO Breakfast - Thursday, December 5: Supporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders is Sold Out | |
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The Buildings Show is excited to announce the return of the CEO Breakfast, in partnership with the Toronto Construction Association (TCA). This year's theme, Supporting the Next Generation of Women Leaders will inspire The Buildings Show audience to continue to advocate for gender diversity and create more inclusive environments for women in the industry.
This event is now SOLD OUT! We look forward to seeing you on Thursday, December 5, for an inspiring session with a dynamic panel of accomplished women leaders who have made significant strides in their industries. A complimentary breakfast will be provided. See you there!
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Upcoming TCA / YCL Events | | |
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Construct Canada Trade Show
December 4 - 6, 2024 - Metro Convention Centre, South Building
TCA 80th Annual Christmas Luncheon
December 6, 2024 - Metro Convention Centre
Contact: Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000, x4104
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TCA 80th Annual Christmas Luncheon is SOLD OUT and We Can't Wait to Host You! (Friday, December 6) | |
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The Countdown Begins: TCA’s 80th Annual Christmas Luncheon is SOLD OUT!
Get ready for the biggest celebration of the year! The highly anticipated TCA 80th Annual Christmas Luncheon is officially sold out, and we could not be more excited.
We look forward to welcoming all registered attendees on Friday, December 6, for an unforgettable afternoon filled with holiday cheer and networking alongside over 2,500 industry professionals.
It is going to be an incredible event, packed with festive fun and plenty of memorable moments. See you there!
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Featuring Master of Ceremonies - Ron MacLean | | |
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Ron MacLean brings more than 30 years of award-winning experience to his role as host of Hockey Night in Canada and Rogers Hometown Hockey.
MacLean’s extensive knowledge and passion for the game of hockey, combined with decades of hosting Hockey Night in Canada, including the 2022 NHL Playoffs, has made him one of the country’s most famous and beloved broadcasters. In 2015, MacLean was inducted to Canada’s Walk of Fame, a prestigious honour acknowledging the achievements and accomplishments of successful Canadians. Click to read the full bio.
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Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members | |
YCL & Gensler - Women in Leadership: Building Equity in Architecture, Design & Construction Recap | |
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On Wednesday, October 23, the TCA Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Committee partnered with Gensler and hosted an inspiring Women in Leadership event at the Gensler Toronto office in downtown Toronto. This session brought together a diverse panel of industry leaders to discuss breaking down barriers, achieving equity in leadership roles, and empowering the next generation of women in construction.
The session was moderated by Timea Jakab, OAA, Studio Director, and Senior Associate at Gensler. The panelists included Julia Evangelista, Director of Business Development at Govan Brown and a member of the YCL Committee; Sonia Matheson, Managing Director and Principal at Gensler; Heela Omarkhail, Vice President of Social Impact at The Daniels Corporation; and Kate LaBrash, Director of Office Leasing at QuadReal Property Group.
Together, these accomplished leaders shared their experiences, valuable insights, and actionable advice with the attendees. Discussions delved into overcoming industry challenges, fostering inclusion, and advancing careers in a traditionally male-dominated field. It was an empowering and engaging discussion that left attendees inspired to drive positive change in the construction industry.
Thank you to all who participated in making this event a great success!
Stay tuned for more impactful events from the YCL Committee in 2025!
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TCA Environmental Committee Seminar City of Toronto Now and the Future Municipal Policy Updates Recap | |
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The TCA Environmental Committee recently hosted on October 23, a free online seminar exploring the City of Toronto’s New Development and Existing Buildings Updates. During the session, the City’s team shared valuable insights into Toronto’s ambitious Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction goals as part of the TransformTO initiative.
The seminar highlighted policies, programs, and support mechanisms designed to help achieve Net Zero Carbon, with a particular focus on the building sector. Key topics included upcoming by-laws, evolving standards, and practical steps for both new developments and existing buildings to align with Toronto’s sustainability objectives.
This informative session emphasized the critical role the building industry plays in shaping a greener future for our city.
The session was moderated by: Sandra Burnell, BES, BArch, OAA, Principal, Revay and Associates Limited, with insights from panelists Zac Zandona P.Eng, Program Manager, City of Toronto, Environment and Climate Division, New Developments and Duncan MacLellan CEM, Program Manager, City of Toronto, Environment and Climate Division, Existing Buildings.
If you did not get a chance to join, you can watch the entire session here.
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YCL 2024 Pub Night at Early Mercy Recap | |
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It was an Evening to Remember!
The TCA Young Construction Leaders (YCL) delivered yet another spectacular sold-out Pub Night Event on Thursday, November 14, at Early Mercy in downtown Toronto. With over 250 attendees filling the venue, the night was alive with energy, networking, and plenty of fun!
Guests were treated to a lively atmosphere featuring mouthwatering appetizers and music from the in-house DJ, making the evening truly unforgettable.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to everyone who joined us and helped the YCL Committee close out another fantastic year on such a high note.
We are also deeply grateful to our incredible sponsors—The Home Depot Canada, the Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (AATO), Inflector Environmental Services, and AccessSMT—for their invaluable support.
A special shoutout to Bothwell-Accurate for sponsoring an exciting prize giveaway: two Toronto Maple Leafs tickets! Congratulations to Frank Iaconis from Maxan Interior Systems, the lucky winner—enjoy the game, Frank!
We can’t wait to welcome you all back next year for more amazing events. See you in 2025!
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Special thank you our incredible sponsors
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IMPORTANT! Don't Miss the Deadline: TCA "Best of the Best" Awards – Applications Due December 31, 2024 | |
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The Toronto Construction Association (TCA) is proud to recognize the exceptional contributions of individuals and companies in our industry through the annual "Best of the Best Awards."
Awards Categories Include:
For full application details, please visit our Best of the Best Awards page and click on the award name for more information.
Don’t miss out—submissions are due by 12:00 PM on December 31, 2024.
The TCA "Best of the Best" Awards will be presented at the TCA's 157th Annual Meeting & Awards Presentation on Tuesday, February 25, 2025.
For any questions or further details, please contact Anna Mehrabian at: Email: amehrabian@tcaconnect.com
We look forward to your submissions and celebrating the best in our industry!
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TCA's 2024/25 Construction Book Has Been Mailed To Our Members — Keep An Eye Out For Its Arrival! | |
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The 2024/25 Construction Book is already on its way to our members—keep an eye out for its arrival!
Advertising in our 2024/25 Construction Book—both in print and online—maximizes exposure for your construction products and services. With a readership of over 3,500 public and private buyers, including architects, engineers, designers, developers, property managers, general contractors, and all TCA member companies, your company information will reach key decision-makers across the industry.
Our advertisers include:
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Only ASI Group Canada designs, engineers, and manufactures fully integrated washroom accessories, partitions, lockers, and visual display products from one source.
https://asigroup-canada.com/
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Home Depot PRO is here to help.
We’re here to help find everything you need to safely get back to business.
www.homedepot.ca
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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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Toronto Construction Association invites you to join us at CCE 2025! Feb 12-13 | The International Centre | |
We invite you to join us in at the Canadian Concrete Expo, Feb 12-13, 2025 in Toronto. Canada’s ONLY National Trade Show Dedicated to the Concrete, Aggregates, and Construction industries. Click here to Pre-register by February 11 @ 11:59 PM with our VIP code and enjoy complimentary trade show admission ($60.00 per person value) and skip the on-site registration lines. | |
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.
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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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Classic Fire + Life Safety is a leading provider of fire protection services in the construction industry. Birthed in 2021 from the merger of two long-time and trusted companies (Forest City Fire Protection and Classic Fire Protection), we have a combined 75+ year proven track record of installing top-quality fire protection systems and equipment for our construction partners. | |
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.**
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The Construction Institute Of Canada Course Line Up | |
TCIC Featured Courses Of The Month | | |
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Upcoming 3 In-person Training Courses:
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Managing Residential Warranties and Tarion Involvement - November 15, 2024 - Register Now!
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Understanding The Ontario Building Code: An Overview - November 20, 2024 - Register Now!
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Lean Pull Planning (Lean Construction – a Last Planner™ Simulation) - December 20, 2024 - Register Now!
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Development at Hamilton airport breaks ground
Construction plans for a new, $15-million, 100,000-square-foot facility at John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport have been unveiled.
The multi-use, fixed-base operator (FBO) facility will be located at the airport’s northeast end and will feature three separate state-of-the-art hangars, designed to incorporate an array of services from a lounge and conference room to a second-floor observation deck for viewing aircraft arrivals and departures.
The facility will also have access to the airfield through Hamilton International’s newest taxiway, Taxiway Foxtrot, and road access via a recently constructed roadway, Aviation Drive.
The airport’s newest land development is being spearheaded by Biddle Carson Developments (BCD), a developer that is co-owned by 214 Carson Co. a real estate, development, construction, mergers and acquisitions/financing and property maintenance firm, as well as agriculture and transportation entrepreneur Scott Biddle.
The new FBO is expected to boost operations at Hamilton International and the local economy by creating jobs, attracting complementary aviation-related operations and enhancing tourism with increased passenger traffic.
This development is among other significant projects at the airport over the past four years, including Cargojet in 2021, KF Aerospace in 2022 and Latitude Aeromedical in 2023.
The John C. Munro Hamilton International Airport, owned by the City of Hamilton and managed by TradePort International Corporation, is a growing international gateway for travel and is Canada’s largest overnight express freight airport.
Owner: City of Hamilton
Developer: Biddle Carson Developments
Project Value: $15 million
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“FRANCOachat” represents a group of French school boards responsible for managing construction projects throughout the year. Visit their website and navigate to the “Calls for Tenders” portal to explore pre-qualification opportunities.
Currently, there are upcoming pre-qualification calls for General Contractors and Roofing Contractors, with deadlines closing this December. Also, there are opportunities available for Architectural and Mechanical/Electrical Engineering services.
For CCPI subscribers, these opportunities are also accessible through the platform. If you’re not yet subscribed, you can still check their portal for the latest opportunities.
If you are interested in learning more about the CCPI projects platform, please contact Andrew for a free demo.
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TCA Advantage Club: Westland MY Group Discount Rates | |
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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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Important Reminder to TCA Members
In an effort to keep you updated on TCA membership products and services, please contact us if staffing information changes—this is the best way for you and your colleagues to find out what's happening at TCA!
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