IN THIS ISSUE:

Builders' Digest (digital copy) live online
TCA 2nd Annual Women's Golf Day on Sale
Welcome New Members
TCA / YCL Event Line Up
TCA's 2021/22 Construction Book Advertisers
TCA Members' Networking Workshop
Virtual Commissioning
CCA / COCA News
TCIC August Course Line Up
Project of the Month
Advantage Club Partners

September 2021

MONTHLY GIVEAWAY - SEE BELOW
HOME DEPOT PRO MONTHLY CONTEST:
Every Month we will be drawing one lucky winner for a Home Depot Gift Card!

How to Enter: If you are reading this newsletter AND you are a member of the TCA, congratulations as you are automatically entered to win!

Our August Winner is Maria from CMS Building Consultants Inc. CONGRATULATIONS!

TCA Builders Digest (Quarter 2 2021) Digital Issue is Now Live on Our Website!

Quarter 2 of our Builders' Digest Magazine is here. Visit the TCA website now and read up on all that is happening in the construction industry.

The latest edition includes:

  • President's Message: Construction Cost Forecast - Moving Beyond the COVID Pandemic.
  • Lessons learned in IAQ
  • Rebuilding the builders
  • Members' Day goes virtual

To read the latest issue, please click here.
TCA 2nd Annual Women's Golf Day—Hurry up and Register!

TCA 2nd Annual Women's Golf Day is promising to be a huge hit!

The TCA women's golf day event will be held on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at Angus Glen Golf Club - North Course. Last year was a huge success and this year promises to be even bigger! We invite you to come out and join us for a fun day of golf, networking with like-minded professionals, and moreLimited number of tickets available, so HURRY and get yours!

Become a sponsor
**HUGE NEWS** If you register a foursome for the TCA Women's golf day you can include one male in your group.
For more information, please contact Jason Pelligra:
Email: jpelligra@tcaconnect.com | Phone: 416-499-4000 x4104

Sponsors

Welcoming TCA's NEWEST Members
Upcoming TCA / YCL Events

TCA's 2nd Annual Women's Golf DayLimited tickets available!
September 8, 2021 - Angus Glen Golf Club
Contact: Jason Pelligra 416-499-4000, x4104

Members Networking Workshop
September 14, 2021 - Virtual
Contact: Nazak Ghobadi  416-499-4000, x4106
*Due to the uncertainties surrounding COVID-19, we advise that you visit our website events page for updates on our future events!*
TCA's 2021/22 Construction Book is Coming Fall 2021
Our Construction Book gets distributed to approximately 3500 public / private buyers of Construction Services which include Architects, Engineers, Designers, Developers, Property Managers, General Contractors, and all TCA member companies.

The 2021/22 Construction book will be published and available in the fall! Advertisers include:

Platinum Advertisers


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A Commercial GC offering a Variety of Services, Great Attitudes, Honesty, and Quality Workmanship. Check us out!


Home Depot PRO is here to help.
We’re here to help find everything you need to safely get back to business.


Outspan Concrete Structures Ltd. – Est. 1996. Celebrating 25 years in the Forming industry.  ICI  Infrastructure  Heavy Construction.
 

Full Spectrum Electrical Contractors. A noteworthy leader in innovation, quality and safety since 1969.


Canadian leader in General Contracting, Design-Build and Construction Management services.


Leading the Way in Demolition with Innovation, Technology & Experience. We have the Largest Fleet, and BIGGEST High Reach Excavator in Canada.

www.priestly.ca

Steel Deck, Cladding, Aluminum Panels, Insulated Metal Panels. Design and Installation, Custom Fabrication.


Providing professional High Security Fencing, Security Gates, Hydraulic Bollards, and Anti-Terrorist Equipment since 1977.

Full-page advertisers 

Environmental | Disaster restoration | Demolition Disposal | General Construction | Facility Services

Combining advanced technology, a builder’s network & predictive insights to connect people & data, from design through operations.

We are Setting new benchmarks in Toronto’s Real Estate Development & Construction Industry. From inception to completion - We have it covered.

Exterior envelope coating and restoration specialists. Interior painting and renovations.

Insurance and Bonding for Developers, Generals and Subcontractors for over 30 years with Fast and Reliable services.


GCPay streamlines the subcontractor progress claim process, saving time and minimizing risk.

JSL Contract Hardware Inc. – quality hardware, doors, frames, and specialty products to the construction industry.


At TCS, our unique approach ensures your next scaffolding project is completed on time and on budget.

Silver Advertiser

Nilex provides solutions for Civil & Environmental
projects offering economic alternatives since 1977!

TCA Members' Networking Workshop: September 14, 2021—Register for Free Now!
**TCA Members Only!**

Register now and join us for TCA's next FREE members' networking workshop, which takes place virtually September 14, 2021, online!

TCA's Virtual Members' Networking Workshop aims to help you:

  • Apply effective networking skills that help build and grow your business relations.
  • Develop effective self-introduction and networking plans.
  • Network with our sponsors and attend virtual networking sessions.

To rsvp please OR for further details, please contact: Nazak Ghobadi

Phone: 416-499-4000 x4106
Recap: TCA's 2021 Annual Golf Tournament—Thank you all for attending!
The Toronto Construction Association (TCA) Annual Golf Tournament usually takes place in May but was moved to Wednesday, August 11, 2021, to be in accordance with the physical distancing recommendations for COVID-19 to ensure the safety of all the participants.  

The tournament was completely sold out and turned out amazing! Golfers enjoyed a picture-perfect weather day, (blue skies and lots of sunshine) at the beautiful Angus Glen Golf Club. It was a great opportunity for attendees to safely mingle, catch up and have some fun with colleagues. 

Respecting the COVID-19 standards in place, we did not get to host the “after golf reception” this year. Nonetheless, a great time was had by all.

We would like to offer a special thank you to each of our sponsors! Your continued support is appreciated. 

A huge thank you to everyone who participated and helped to make this once again sold-out event a magnificent success.

We look forward to next year (2022) and hope to resume our full reception.


Special thank you to our amazing sponsors

Recap: YCL Committee Comedy Special with Jeff Leeson
On Thursday, August 19, 2021, the Young Construction Leaders (YCL) Committee hosted its first-ever virtual comedy show featuring comedian Jeff Leeson online (via Zoom). In his 30 minutes routine, Jeff got right into the rhythm. He was absolutely hilarious. Everyone who joined had a good laugh—just what we all needed during this extraordinary time we are facing. 

Overall, it was a very personal, intimate comedy show enjoyed by all.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this fun evening. Until next time, keep laughing!
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:

  • 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.
COCA News

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:


CCA News

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.

For a copy of CCA's weekly newsletter, please click here. 
Reminder: CCA CONtact Innovator Mentorship Program

Applications for the CONtact innovator mentorship program are now being accepted!

The Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) CONtact innovator mentorship program pairs innovators and entrepreneurs with industry leaders and help hone their solutions for industry adoption.

Mentee applicants must apply online before Wednesday, September 15, 2021.


To learn more, please click here.
Industry COVID-19 Resources

TCA has created a weekly bulletin in an effort to support and provide members with up-to-date and relevant information on the industry and COVID-19  the latest editions can be found on our website on the "COVID-19 Updates" page. 

Other Industry COVID-19 Resources websites:

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.**

The Construction Institute Of Canada Course Line U
TCIC is pleased to offer you the following courses, seminars and workshops taught by senior industry professionals:  


September 2021 (live webinars)

Sept. 1 & 8 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 2 | Thursday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 8 & 9 | Wednesday & Thursday | 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Sept.13, 20 & 27,| Monday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 15 | Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Sept. 15 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 15 & 16 | Wednesday | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM EST

Sept. 15 & 22 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 15 – Oct. 6 | Wednesday | 8:45 AM – 11:45 AM EST

Sept. 16 | Thursday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 21 – 23 | Tuesday - Thursday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 21, 22, 28 & 29 | Tuesday & Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:30 PM EST

Sept. 21 – Nov. 23 | Tuesday | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Sept. 22 & 29 | Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 22 – Nov. 24 | Wednesday | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Sept. 23 | Thursday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 23 & 24 | Thursday & Friday | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM EST

Sept. 23 – Nov. 25 | Thursday | 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST

Sept. 24 | Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST

Sept. 28 & 29 | Tuesday & Wednesday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 29 | Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM EST

Sept. 29, Oct. 6 & 13 | Wednesday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 30 | Thursday | 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM EST

Sept. 30 | Thursday | 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM EST

Sept. 30 & Oct. 1 | Thursday & Friday | 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM EST


For TCIC inquiries, please contact: 
Faith Chen, Manager, Professional Development
416-847-9162
TCIC Featured Courses Of The Month
Click here, for more details.
Project Bid Opportunities

Wasaga Beach Library and Twin Pad Arena (PREQUALIFIED GENERAL CONTRACTORS ONLY)

The Town of Wasaga Beach is paving the way to a brand new state-of-the-art recreation complex including a twin pad arena and library located at 544 River Road West, Wasaga Beach, Ontario.

This project is a construction of a 117,000 sq. ft., two-storey above grade stadium and library. It includes a spectator rink and community rink, a walking/running track, a multi-purpose room and accompanying kitchen, and a 17,000-sq.-ft. library.

The project has an estimated value of $44 million and is expected to be completed by the winter of 2023.
 
Construct Connect Project ID: 3943186.  
TCA Advantage Club
TCA Advantage - Group Home & Auto Insurance Program
Save up to 50% on regular home and automobile insurance rates
 
With TCA's group buying power, save the premium on your insurance rates with the power of numbers! National Brokers Insurance and the TCA have partnered to help you save up to 50% on your home, apartment and vehicle insurance premiums. Contact National Brokers Insurance today for a quote! 1 877 630 NATL (6285)
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.  
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.
For partner discount information, please visit us at www.tcaadvantage.com

For specific questions about the program, please contact Barbara Mirsky at 416-499-4000, x4101.
We're here to help... please contact us:
TORONTO CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION
70 Leek Crescent
Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1H1
Telephone: (416) 499-4000
 Fax: (416) 499-8752

Important Reminder to TCA Members

In an effort to keep you updated on TCA membership products and services, please contact us if staffing information changesthis is the best way for you and your colleagues to find out what's happening at TCA!