July 8, 2025


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


TCA Wellness Retreat (REGISTER NOW)

July 23, 2025 - Roof Garden


TCA Boat Cruise 2025

June 26, 2025 - Yankee Lady


TCA Women's Golf 2025

September 10, 2025 - Angus Glen



TCA MEMBER BENEFIT

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.


INDUSTRY NEWS

 

Altus report reveals 41,000 jobs, $10B at risk in GTA housing market


A new article by Altus Group, prepared for the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) and the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA), states without significant intervention to jump-start the housing sector, almost 50 per cent of residential construction sector jobs in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are at risk.


It also reveals without action, by 2027, housing starts could fall by more than 60 per cent versus 2024 levels.



Click here, to read the full news article.

Metrolinx, Infrastructure Ontario announce executive appointments


Metrolinx announced the appointment of Michael Lindsay as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1.


Lindsay has served as Metrolinx’s interim president and CEO since December 16, 2024, providing steady leadership during a critical transition period.


The Board of Directors conducted an extensive global search to identify the ideal candidate to lead Metrolinx into its next phase of growth and transformation.


Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Royal Homes Begins New Chapter with Management-Led Acquisition


Royal Homes Limited, Ontario’s longest-established housing manufacturer, has been acquired by a management group led by Sid Kerrigan, a seasoned industry leader and former President of Brookfield Residential’s Ontario housing division.


With 55 years of experience delivering high-quality custom homes from its 115,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Wingham, Ontario, Royal Homes is set to begin a bold new chapter focused on addressing Ontario’s pressing housing crisis.



Click here, to read the full news article.

Demand for warehousing, other industrial leasing showing stress: CBRE


CBRE Ltd. says leasing trends for warehouses and other industrial properties are showing signs of business stress.


The commercial real estate firm says national net lease absorptions turned negative in the second quarter, marking just the second time in five years a quarter has gone negative. 


CBRE says market players are citing the economic uncertainty from the trade war with the United States for the drop, though it’s also coming after several years of booming growth. 


Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Toronto announces new measures to speed up building permit approvals


The City of Toronto has announced three new measures that are aimed at making it easier to get a building permit for housing so construction can begin faster.


The city notes it is also sharing “Demonstration Plans,” which illustrate where housing options such as pre-approved multiplexes, garden suites or laneway suites could be easily built.


Click here, to read the full news article.

PCL Construction tapped to build $65 million cultural hub in downtown Sudbury


The City of Greater Sudbury has selected PCL Construction to build the Cultural Hub at Tom Davies Square.


A Request for Proposal (RFP) for the project was issued in February.


Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2025.


Click here, to read the full news article.

 

Working with wood: Ontario launches advanced wood construction action plan


As a way to increase the manufacturing and use of made-in-Ontario wood building products, the Ontario government has released a new Advanced Wood Construction Action Plan.


The use of prefabricated and modular wood-based building materials will help build more homes faster and create a more resilient forestry sector in response to U.S. tariffs, a release notes.


Click here, to read the full news article.

Protect Projects from Rising Tariff Costs


Tariffs on construction materials like steel, aluminum, and lumber are driving up project costs in 2025, squeezing profit margins across the industry. Contractors must navigate rising material prices, supply chain disruptions, and increased risk. Proactive planning, real-time cost tracking, and integrated ERP solutions can help construction firms better manage financial exposure and maintain profitability in a volatile market.



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.



Founded in 2015, Black-Hart Construction celebrates a decade of excellence! BHC has grown into a trusted name in the construction industry, known for delivering high-quality craftsmanship, reliable service, and innovative building solutions.


With a solid foundation built on integrity and hard work, we have spent the past decade turning visions into reality in the industrial, commercial, institutional, office and retail sectors. We specialize in construction management, project consulting, interior fit-out and design-build. As we celebrate our 10th anniversary, we reflect on a decade of milestones and look forward to continuing our legacy of quality construction. Thank you to everyone who has supported us along the way.


For more information please visit: www.blackhartconstruction.com

 

Limited Space—Sign Up Now!


TCA Wellness Program—Wednesday, July 23, 2025 (members-only event)

Click here for the full detail and to register.

 

Don't Miss Out—Tickets Go on Sale Soon!


TCA 2025 Boat Cruise—Wednesday, August 6, 2025

Click here for the full detail.

 
 

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

Evening class Project Management: Planning, Scheduling & Control

Jul. 9, 16 & 23 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST (5 Gold Seal credits)


In-person class Level 2 – Blueprint Reading workshop

July 16 & 17 | Wednesday & Thursday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST (4 Gold Seal credits)


Excel for Construction – Basic (2 Gold Seal credits)

Jul. 16 & 23 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST


New In-person class Understanding a Legal Survey Plan (4 Gold Seal credits)

Jul. 23 & 30 | Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST


Excel for Construction – Basic (2 Gold Seal credits)

Aug. 13 & 20 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST


Microsoft Project 4-Webinar Series (5 Gold Seal credits)

Aug. 19, 21, 26 & 28 | Tuesday & Thursday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST


In-person class Lean Pull Planning (Lean Construction – a

Last Planner™ Simulation) (2 Gold Seal credits)

Aug. 20 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 3:00 PM EST


Evening class Effective Tools, Techniques & Models for Project Management

Aug. 20 & 27 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST


For more details, please click here, or contact: 

Faith Chen, Senior Manager, TCIC/Professional Development

fchen@tcaconnect.com

 
 
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