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TCA Golf Tournament 2025
May 29, 2025
Members Networking Workshop
June 24, 2025 - TCA Office
YCL Annual Boat Cruise (SAVE THE DATE)
June 26, 2025 - Yankee Lady
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Education and Professional Development
One of the core benefits of a TCA membership is the opportunity to advance your professional standing and qualifications in an industry characterized by stiff competition.
TCA offers several avenues for ongoing professional development through our educational arm.
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No criticisms from construction sector after Ontario’s budget has time to percolate
Construction industry stakeholders had nothing but praise for the recently unveiled $232.5 billion Ontario budget, stating it helps combat the economic uncertainty revolving around U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs by protecting workers and putting infrastructure at the forefront.
Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy outlined several measures in Budget 2025, A Plan To Protect Ontario on May 15, including $30 billion in spending to stimulate the economy in the face of tariffs, including a $5-billion fund to give businesses relief, adding $5 billion to an infrastructure financing fund, and implementing a new, $500-million Critical Minerals Processing Fund.
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CCA unveils new Gold Seal Certification portal and directory
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has launched a new online portal and directory for current and future Gold Seal Certified industry professionals.
The directory allows employers and industry partners to verify and identify accredited professionals across Canada, supporting the program’s credibility and visibility, explains a release.
“This portal and directory have been a very important project for our Gold Seal team over the last year as part of our ongoing commitment to digitize first,” said Rodrigue Gilbert, president of the CCA, in a statement.
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A first in Canada: Ontario plans to require AEDs on construction sites
Ontario Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development David Piccini has announced a first for Canada as a way to make construction sites safer by requiring automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) at construction sites.
If passed, the proposed amendments would require AEDs on construction projects that are expected to last three months or longer with 20 or more workers.
To support businesses with the costs, a proposed program through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) would reimburse constructors for the purchase of an AED, states a release.
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Info-Tech Research Group highlights key trends reshaping construction industry
The construction industry is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by technological disruption, rising sustainability expectations, and evolving customer demands, according to a new report by Info-Tech Research Group.
The report, The Future of the Construction Industry, outlines how construction firms are being pushed to adopt emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and sustainable building practices. These changes are redefining how projects are managed, delivered, and how value is created across the industry, the report concludes.
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Bird announces $525M in new contract awards across Canada
Bird Construction Inc. has been awarded three projects with a combined value over $525 million across its buildings and infrastructure businesses, the company announced recently.
Bird has been selected to deliver the Transportation Safety and Technology Science (TSTS) Hub, a 120,000-square-foot facility in Ottawa. The hub will bring together federal scientists and investigators to advance transportation safety technology and develop sustainable technologies for air, marine, rail and pipeline transportation.
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HUB International Launches Wrap-Up Liability Insurance for Canadian Construction Projects
Hub International Limited (HUB), a global leader in insurance brokerage and financial services, has launched an exclusive Wrap-Up Liability Insurance solution tailored for construction projects across Canada. Designed to address the complexity and risk of coordinating insurance among general contractors, subcontractors, developers, and project owners, this centralized solution helps eliminate coverage gaps and administrative inefficiencies that often arise from relying on multiple individual policies.
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RFP issued for first major Hamilton LRT contract
The Government of Ontario has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the first package of civil and utility work for the Hamilton Light Rail Transit (LRT). This marks another milestone in the province’s plan to protect Ontario by building transit, reducing gridlock, and creating thousands of good-paying jobs in one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities.
Following a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), four teams have been invited to submit proposals for civil work, including utility relocations, roads, structures, grade separations, bridges, sidewalks, and traffic control signals along the 14-kilometre route.
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PCL Construction Joins SickKids in the Fight for Every Birthday
PCL Construction is honored to take on the role of presenting sponsor for The Hospital for Sick Children’s (SickKids) 150th birthday, marking a century and a half of exceptional care at SickKids.
“PCL’s connection to SickKids runs deep and we are proud to take on the presenting role for SickKids 150th birthday,” says Monique Buckberger, vice president and district manager of PCL Constructors Canada Inc. (Toronto). “From constructing the new Patient Support Centre to leading the charge for SickKids GetLoud, PCL is committed to helping build a brighter future for SickKids.”
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TCA Member Spotlight
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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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TCA Environmental Committee FREE Seminar:
2024 BUILDING CODE — IT'S A GAME CHANGER - Wednesday, May 28
Effective January 1, 2025, the 2024 Ontario Building Code came into effect, with its grace period ending March 31, 2025. This update is a game changer. In addition to providing a summary of the key OBC changes, this presentation will address the prevalence of radon across Ontario and the newest requirement – Radon Gas Protection.
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TCA Annual Golf Tournament: Thursday, May 29, 2025 (SOLD OUT)
We are thrilled to welcome you to our Annual Golf Day! Thank you for your incredible support — we can’t wait to see you on the green!
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