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Metrollinx, Infrastructure Ontario award contract for $9B Ontario Line package
Infrastructure Ontario and Metrolinx have awarded a contract to Connect 6ix valued at $9B ($2.3B for capital costs and $6.7B for short-term construction financing and transaction costs, train costs and 30-year operations and maintenance, lifecycle, and long-term financing). The Connect 6ix team will design, build, finance, operate and maintain the Ontario Line Rolling Stock, Systems, Operations and Maintenance (RSSOM) package for a 30-year term.
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CEO Breakfast to focus on construction’s economic headwinds post-pandemic
The 33rd annual CEO Keynote Address and Breakfast will take an in-depth look at the economy and challenges the construction industry is facing post-pandemic. Co-hosted by the Toronto Construction Association (TCA) and ConstructConnect, this year’s event is free and will be held in-person Dec. 1 at 8 a.m. at The Buildings Show, which is taking place at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from Nov. 30 to Dec. 2.
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Financial relief coming to help Canadians reduce risk from radon gas
Homeowners across the country have been asking for support to offset the cost of reducing radon in their homes. Finally, some provinces and regions are offering grants that help cover the costs of radon mitigation for families.
Radon gas can cause serious health problems in Canada.
Testing is important because radon is a colorless, odourless, tasteless gas, but testing is only the first step for prevention. The federal government recommends installing a radon mitigation system if a home tests above 200 Bq/m3. Radon mitigation systems are very effective at reducing radon levels.
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Tower crane best practices guide released by residential builders and industry stakeholders
The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) and its industry partners have released a comprehensive best practices guide as part of their ongoing commitment to continuous improvement. The guide will be used by builders and trade contractors when erecting, operating and dismantling tower cranes. The document, officially called the Construction Industry Code of Practice: Safe Use of Tower Cranes, outlines what mechanical, electrical and structural inspections are required prior to erecting a tower crane on a building site, the methodologies and safe practices that should be followed when erecting the crane, and what functional and operational tests are needed before it is put into operation.
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October starts fall from September high
October’s standalone monthly Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate (SAAR) of Canadian housing starts dipped to 267,055 units in October, a drop of 11 per cent from September’s high of 298,811 units, reports Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). Looking at communities with populations over 10,000 residents, 21,100 starts were registered in October, a jump of 11 per cent over the 18,926 units started in October of 2021. Also rising, says CMHC was the national trend. This six-month moving average of SAAR housing starts helps present a clearer picture of upcoming new housing supply as it mutes some of the considerable swings that can happen with monthly estimates.
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Report reveals construction industry’s carbon emissions reached an all-time high
A global report by United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has found that despite an increase in investment and worldwide success in lowering the energy intensity of buildings, the sector’s total energy consumption and CO2 emissions increased in 2021 above pre-pandemic levels. The demand for energy by buildings increased by around 4 percent from 2020—the largest increase in the last 10 years. CO2 emissions from buildings operations have reached a record high of around 10 gigatons of CO2, around a 5 percent increase from 2020, and 2 percent higher than the earlier recorded peak in 2019.
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U of T prof seeks higher-order construction robotics using AI
The use of robotics on construction sites has failed to reach its potential, claims a University of Toronto researcher, but with more research, Daeho Kim says, a higher-order fully autonomous mobile robot could be a step closer to realization.
Kim, an assistant professor in the U of T’s Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering, says most current so-called robots that patrol construction sites should be more accurately referred to as tools that repeat some pre-programmed tasks.
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Industry and gov’t collab aims to stamp out cement and concrete emissions
A public/private partnership has launched a program to eliminate more than 15 million tonnes (15 billion kg) of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from cement and concrete production in Canada by 2030, followed by ongoing reductions of over 4 million tonnes (4 billion kg) annually. Government of Canada’s department Innovation, Science, and Economic Development (ISED) Canada and Cement Association of Canada (CAC) are the collaborators on this program called the Roadmap to Net-Zero Carbon Concrete by 2050.
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**IMPORTANT: FOR TCA MEMBERS ONLY**
Call For: RFSQ for General Contractors for Small Construction, Renovation, and Restoration
This is a call For: RFSQ for General Contractors for Small Construction, Renovation, and Restoration.
As you are aware all landlords and owners of buildings and facilities must meet AODA compliance by December 2024.
The City of Toronto recently released a prequalification to onboard a new contract roster for our accessibility program.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please click on the following link for the full details: http://discovery.ariba.com/rfx/14506519.
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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 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.
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3M applies Science and Innovation to make a real impact by igniting progress and inspiring innovation in lives and communities across the globe.
3M's innovative building and construction products save you time and money. Ensuring you have the right air barrier for your building is important to the success of your project. The uncontrolled flow of air, moisture, and heat can have a costly impact on the health of a building and its components.
Our Building Envelope (3015 product line) solutions are designed for a variety of applications to save you time and money. Primerless, long UV exposure, and both low and high-temperature features are all combined in our Air and Vapour Barrier products. 3M offers building envelope solutions that are tough on the job and easy on the applicator. 3M Science Applied to Life.
For more information visit: www.3M.ca/construction
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Upcoming Industry events
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The Buildings Show: November 30 - December 2, 2022 - Metro Convention Centre
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We are thrilled to be exhibiting at The Building Show 2022 and cannot wait to meet you! Be sure to 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, will run face-to-face at the Metro Toronto Convention, South Building from November 30 – December 2, 2022. Key discussions will be premiered ahead of the face to face event to allow attendees to join curated conversations and education online. Find all the details, or register here.
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TCA 2022 "Best of The Best" Awards Application Deadline is December 30, 2022
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The TCA "Best of the Best" Awards applications are due December 30, 2022. Nomination application forms are posted on the TCA Website.
We are proud to acknowledge the outstanding contribution of individuals and companies in our industry with the following annual Best of the Best Awards.
Please click here to access our Best of the Best Awards page and click on the award name for complete application details.
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Join us for The Power Play — light bites, networking, and drinks alongside The Stanley Cup!
Connect with fellow construction leaders over happy hour at the Historic Esso Great Hall in the Hockey Hall of Fame on Dec 1. The Answer Company, a leading Canadian construction software partner and Procore Technologies will be on site to chat about building the ultimate construction tech stack.
Click on the image to add your name to
the guest list. **Limited space available**
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Exclusive Discount for TCA Members on publishing Certificates of Substantial Performance (CSPs) in the Daily Commercial News (DCN)! | | |
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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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Faith Chen, Senior Manager, TCIC/Professional Development
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