Ontario Sign Association Newsletter 2018
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Together We Can Make A Difference!
On behalf of the Ontario Sign Association; Board of Directors we would like to start it by sending you all our best wishes for a very prosperous year 2018. The Ontario Sign Association is proud to announce that Robert Ascenzi Jr. from Spectra Advertising has taken on the role of President and Marco Calabretta-Duval from Pattison Sign Group has taken on the role of Vice President of the Ontario Sign Association. 
Message From President
Message From Vice President
President, Ontario Sign Association
Robert Ascenzi Jr.
Spectra Advertising

It is an honour to serve as President of the Ontario Sign Association.  Coming from a small sign shop I understand the value that the OSA brings to our company. With a strong commitment to our Mission, Vision and Values, we are a strong advocate for our Industry! Staying committed to specific strategic goals that will help the Industry set standards for fostering industry prosperity:
  • Optimizing and diversifying OSA's communications to maximize Member experience, facilitate greater Member-to-Member connections and attract new Members.
  • Enhancing our voice with government, community and decision-makers. To make sure a fair and transparent business environment for members to serve clients.
  • In addition to our wide array of advocacy efforts, we will continue our efforts to offer more networking, educational events and benefits for our membership.

Together we will make a difference!
Vice President, Ontario Sign Association
Marco Calabretta-Duval
Pattison Sign Group

It is a privilege to serve as Vice President of the Ontario Sign Association. As a member-based organization, we are strong, passionate and evolving! Our members have helped us support our longevity and sustainability at many levels. Our accomplishments could not have happened without a committed and dedicated board of directors, volunteer-based committees/task forces and the members working together.

So often we ask ourselves “What’s in it for me?” the answer is simple, we are advocates for our industry across Canada, together we strengthen industry standards and make sure that the interpretations and processes are clear and concise. 

I encourage you to get involved and stay connected!
Board of Directors 2018
Welcome New Members
President - Robert Ascenzi Jr.
Spectra Advertising
VP - Marco Calabretta-Duval
Pattison Sign Group
Past President - Fred Elkins
ND Graphics
Treasurer - Stephen Stewart
Excellent Signs

Directors

Brad Hillis - Pride Signs
Bill Houston - Twilight Signs
Dennis Moore - Moore and Associates
Jeff Wallis - Signature Signs & Image
Mo Husami - Bolde Imaging
Stan Sobolewski - Grimco Canada
Svetlana Levant - Permit World
Beyond LED Inc.
Cardwell Sign Company
C.E.S.C.O. Certified Energy Solutions Inc.
Commercial Press & Design Inc
ComTix Event Products
Elite Graphics & Marketing
FASTSIGNS Burlington
FASTSIGNS Vaughan
Freeman & Peter Signs Ltd.
Imaged Advertising Creations Inc
INNOVATIVE DISPLAYS
Ledle Media Inc
Lettering DeSigns Services Corp
Litemidi Inc
LighTVu Inc.
Mark's Sign Service
Prolutions Project Management Inc.
Real LED
Sherwin-Williams Canada
Signarama Milton
Signage & Lighting Systems Inc
Stellar Outdoor Advertising Inc
Sunny Graphics Workshop
TMAX Images

GR News
Sign Design Approval Requirements

The GR Committees is working with the Professional Engineers of Ontario (PEO) and the Ontario Building Code (OBC) to clarify when an Engineers stamp is needed for permit purposes. The committee believes it is clearly defined in the OBC rules when it is required, this is supported by a legal opinion that was commissioned and distributed to all Municipalities and Chief Building officials in Ontario. The Professional Engineers Act also gives them some jurisdiction over sign structures and situations when an Engineers stamp is required. With a recent OBC amendment, new wording, it has created some confusion in the interpretation to the point several Municipalities, Burlington and Sudbury, now require a stamp for every type of sign.

We do not want this trend to continue as it will make the permitting process even more cumbersome, create more delays and increase the costs to our members clients. The goal of meeting with both parties is to come up with clear rules as to when an Engineers stamp is required for a sign permit in Ontario. Opinion Letter - Sign Design Approval Requirements download

For information pertaining to:
  • Bill 148 and Changes to the Employment Standards Act, 2000
  • Working at Heights Regulations
  • Sudbury Reviewing Sign Bylaw
  • Peterborough County extends public consultation on new sign by-law
  • City of Milton Sign-By-Law Enacted
  • City of Vaughan Notice Proposed Changes to Sign Regulations, City’s Fees & Charges By-law
  • WSIB New Rate Framework
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Membership Got A Whole Lot Better!
Reminder! Membership renewals due January. Without your support our Industry representation is compromised.
B e part of the bigger picture, stay engaged and continue to support your industry, your association!
Adobe Creative Cloud Suite
New for 2018 ! Companies purchasing membership for 2018 receive 50% off the listed price for the Adobe Creative Cloud suite. As a Sign Association member, a license costs you just $US420 per year.
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  • Ontario Sign Association
  • SAC-ACE
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Upcoming Events
ISA Sign Expo 2018 Orlando!
Event Date: March 22- 24
BC Sign & Graphics
Event Date: April 20-21, 2018
Forzani Square
Event Date: May 11-12, 2018
Annual Golf Tournament & AGM
Event Date: June 21, 2018.
Sign Expo Canada 2018
Event Date: Sept 21-22, 2018
SAC-ACE Cross Canada Road Show - Lean Manufacturing
2018 State of the Industry Report

As Canada’s economy continues to grow, companies that produce signs, graphics and related visual communications media are on pace to benefit in the year ahead.

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