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There is still time to register for this FREE event!
Home Depot TCA Appreciation Premier Event: October 4, 2023
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Please join Home Depot & TCA for an exclusive Premier event filled with networking, prizes, special offers for TCA members and more. Also please enjoy lunch on us! | |
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When: Wednesday October 4, 2023
Cost: FREE
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Time: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: Home Depot - Stockyards Location, 2121 St. Clair Ave West, Toronto, ON, M6N 5A8
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Lesurf signs off as League of Champions chair
Ontario’s League of Champions, a cross-sectoral construction health and safety advocacy group founded in 2015, welcomed a new chair at its annual general meeting as co-founder Craig Lesurf ceded the position to recent vice-chair Dan Fleming.
Lesurf was praised for his efforts to get the LOC off the ground and then establish it as an organization independent of the Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) in 2020, while putting his personal leadership stamp on the group.
Click here, to read the full news article.
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Major construction projects completed at Milliken, Agincourt GO stations
EllisDon has completed several major infrastructure projects at the Milliken and Agincourt GO stations along the Stouffville line.
“These major infrastructure improvements will increase safety and accessibility for customers while supporting future two-way, all-day, 15-minute train service between Toronto and Markham,” said Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria. “Through historic investments, our government is building a reliable and connected transit network for generations to come.”
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Feds to relieve GST on new rental construction
The federal government is proposing to enhance Goods and Services Tax (GST) rebates to landlords of new purpose-built residential rental buildings. The rebate, which was announced last week and is effective immediately, will apply to certain apartment buildings, student housing, and senior residences built for long-term rental accommodation.
The enhanced rebate applies to construction projects started between September 14 and the end of 2030. Qualifying projects need to be completed by the end of 2035.
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New $1.2B Thunder Bay correctional centre the first of its kind in Ontario
SConstruction crews are presently doing civil work and finishing a substructure that will support a sleek, new, $1.2-billion correctional facility in Thunder Bay, Ont. that will have many green and sustainable features.
The steel superstructure of the 400,000- square-foot facility is beginning to rise and the first precast concrete section was installed recently to mark a key milestone on the project. It will take more than 430 loads of concrete weighing 23 million pounds to build the complex — more than the weight of the Eiffel Tower.
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Prefabricated mass timber could be a game-changer for remote mining camps: Study
Afeasibility study on future workforce housing types in northern Ontario mines supports the use of prefabricated mass timber in remote camps.
Called the Benefits of Mass Timber Workforce Communities, the study identifies “many advantages in terms of climate mitigation…health and wellness” over traditional camp housing, said Veronica Madonna, a partner with Studio VMA Inc., which conducted the study in partnership with mass timber manufacturer Element5 and others.
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Humber College uses digital twins to make buildings smarter
On a scorching summer day at Toronto’s Humber College, a smart system precools buildings in the early morning to avoid the afternoon spike in electrical rates at peak demand time. Another system turns on lights in rooms only when people are using them. And when the weather is cold, heat pumps have learned to redirect heat from crowded spaces on campus to other buildings that can use some warming. Since 2014, Humber College facilities have grown by 25 per cent, yet the school’s use of smart controls as well as energy-efficiency initiatives and retrofits has reduced energy use per square foot by more than 20 per cent.
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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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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 Members Only*
Family Services of Peel Invitation to Hiring Event on September 28, 2023
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The Family Services of Peel hiring event aims to bring together individuals seeking opportunities in the construction and manufacturing sectors with potential employers who are actively hiring. As part of our mission to support career development and job placement, we are committed to helping individuals secure meaningful employment in these industries.
This event will provide employers with the opportunity to meet face-to-face and interview job seekers from any of the 39 Red Seal Skilled trades. Employers will have a FREE spot to promote their businesses. Additionally, employers can unlock financial grants of up to $20,000 for hiring and sponsoring a level 1 apprentice.
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Date: September 28th, 2023
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Location: Mississauga Grand Banquet & Event Center
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Address: 35 Brunel Rd, Mississauga, ON L4Z 3E8
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Why Attend Our Event?
Wide Range of Job Opportunities: This event will feature a diverse range of job openings within the construction and manufacturing sectors. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore various positions and learn about the unique career pathways these industries offer.
Financial Incentives: We are proud to offer financial incentives to employers who participate in our apprenticeship programs. These incentives can significantly benefit those interested in sponsoring apprentices in construction and manufacturing.
Promotion of business: Opportunity for small medium-sized businesses to promote their businesses. All registered participants will get a FREE booth/table to advertise their business.
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*TCA Members Only*
REGISTER NOW FOR FREE! TCA Environmental Committee Seminar Series: Building to Net Zero - Infrastructure
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When: Thursday, October 12, 2023
Where: Online (Zoom)
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Cost: FREE
REGISTER FOR FREE HERE.
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YCL 2023 Pub Night - TICKETS ARE ON SALE! | |
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When: Thursday, November 9, 2023
Where: Early Mercy
540 King St W, Toronto, ON M5V 1M3
Time: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Cost: $85.00 plus HST, pp
REGISTER HERE!
SPONSOR HERE
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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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**IMPORTANT: To apply the discount, please mention the offer at the time of order placement.**
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