"We Saved You a Seat"
Program (WSYAS)
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Do you want to help increase the number of women in the technology industry?
The “We Saved You A Seat” project at Algonquin College was established to encourage and support gender diversity in selected technical programs.
• Electrical Engineering Technician
• Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Electro-Mechanical Engineering Technician
• Computer Systems Technician
The WSYAS project:
- Reserves up to 30% of classroom seats for qualified women
- Raises awareness of the career opportunities available for women with an education in technology
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Provides the necessary program support, including mentoring and financial incentives
The Fletcher Foundation has awarded Algonquin College with an “Enhancing Educational Experience (EEE) Grant”.
We are looking for certified members who can be:
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Mentors (men and women) at companies that are hiring the graduates of tech and trades programs. Specifically the WSYAS programs.
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Women to be featured in a series of on-the-job videos that highlight the WSYAS programs. Specifically in OACETT’s Eastern region.
Can you help? If so, please email Sabir Mufti.
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The OCA recently conducted a survey to its membership regarding which software platforms are being used for different aspects of their day to day business, such as Project Management, Estimating, Accounting, etc.
There were 46 respondents to the survey.
Interested in the survey results?
Click the button below to download the compilation of the results.
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Upcoming Educational Sessions |
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To empower women in the local construction industry by connecting and sharing our knowledge and resources. To promote the industry to young women and newcomers.
CORE OBJECTIVES
Empower, educate, lead and mentor women in the industry. Leveraging our existing relationships with our local construction community partners and OCA members. Ensuring our voices are heard within the local industry.
The OCA- Women in Construction Group intends to host regular meetings and events that include industry specific presentations, courses, workshops, career days, mentoring, community outreach project site tours as well as networking and social events.
(WIC) Coping Strategies
November 11, 2021 - 9:00- 4:00pm
Location: The Ottawa Construction Association
To kick off the series Coping Strategies has been specifically tailored for women in the construction industry with the intent to teach participants practical skills and tools they can apply to deal with stress and anxiety in their workplace.
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Jennie West-Correia, CPF, CEC
Senior Consultant, Facilitator and Executive Coach
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Breanna Pizzuto
Founder, and Lead Trainer of Talk Tools.
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This educational series we will be followed by
Time Management and finish with Coaching Skills.
Keep an eye out for MORE!.
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Fundamentals of Canadian Construction Contracts & Subcontracts
(i.e. CCDC 2 lump-sum & CCA 1 Subcontract)
October 19th - 8:30 am -4:00 pm
Location: Ottawa Construction Association
In response to member demand for a more comprehensive educational offering into construction contracts OCA is pleased to recruit recently retired CCA President Michael Atkinson to join our stable of professional speakers.
This full-day seminar investigates some of the key fundamental legal principles and industry practices impacting Canadian fixed price construction contracts and subcontracts using the current CCDC and CCA standard forms as study examples.
Learn how to read and understand construction contracts and subcontracts like CCDC 2 and CCA 1, including the recent changes in the new updated versions, how and why they are being modified, and what specific modifications to be on the lookout for.
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ARCHITECTURAL TECHNOLOGY
Work Placement Fall 2021
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In case you weren't aware, the Architectural Technology Program within the Algonquin Centre for Construction Excellence includes a one-week Work Placement Program for third-year Architectural Technology students. This Placement Program is offered both in the Fall and Winter Terms. This fall, the Placement Week is Monday to Friday, November 1st to 5th, 2021. For these placements positions, Algonquin College is again looking for Employers/Mentors for the Placement Week, either in person or virtually. The one-week Work Placement Program places students in an unpaid work environment for a period of 35 - 40 hours of employment. There is no cost to the Employer and insurance is provided either through The Workplace Safety and Insurance Board of Ontario (WSIB) or with Algonquin College and CHUBB Insurance of Canada.
You might have participated in this Program in the past. Please consider providing the opportunity for a student to benefit from a work placement position with your organization again this year, either through an in-person/in-office work placement or virtually with mentor supervision. If your firm or organization has not previously participated, consider mentoring a student for the week. If you would like to participate in this program, or require further information, please respond by email to Pablo Medina Villanueva, email medinap@algonquincollege.com.
These last terms have been challenging for our students in many ways. Algonquin is committed to providing a well-rounded education, including work placement experience if possible. Thank you for sharing your working experience with our students.
Note: Algonquin College continues to respond to public health guidelines related to Covid19. As a result, the Architectural Technology Courses will be delivered through remote teaching for the Winter 2021 semester. However, Algonquin College is committed to providing students with a work placement experience if possible. This work experience can be in person, following public health procedures established within individual organizations. This experience can also be virtual, with students working remotely and reporting to organizations through technology (Zoom, Microsoft teams, file sharing, email, etc.).
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Join IHSA as we begin our journey to address workplace mental health |
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Join Kathy Martin, Mental Health and Wellness Specialist with IHSA, as she addresses workplace mental health. This no-charge on-demand webinar covers mental health reminders, factors at play, what you can do next and how IHSA can help including ready to use Safety Talks.
The webinar is 21 minutes in duration and includes a certificate of attendance (sent within 48 hrs).
Stay tuned for additional resources on this topic.
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Link2Build
Featured Project
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Project Name: MacOdrum Library - ML 345 Data Centre Expansion
OCA#: OCA-21-2319
Solicitation# 143548
City: 1125 Colonel By Drive , Ottawa ON
Description: MacOdrum Library - ML 345 Data Centre Expansion.
Addenda: Addendum 1
Closing Date: Tuesday, October 26th, 2021 at 15:00 hours
Closing Location: Electronic Submission
Tender Distributor: Available to Pre-Qualified Contractors ONLY.
Owner: Carleton University
Pre-Qualified General Contractors:
McDonald Brothers Construction Inc. p: 613-831-6223
PCL Constructors Canada Inc. p: 613-225-6130
Dolyn Developments Inc. p: 613-224-7268
Bidders:
Jumec Construction Inc. p: 613-721-1145
Thomas Fuller Construction Co. Limited p: 613-820-6000
Pre-Qualified Roofing Sub-Contractor:
Atlas-Apex Roofing (Ottawa) Inc. p: 613-222-5594
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Around Ottawa Construction Comment Magazine |
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Consider featuring your project in the "Around Ottawa" section of the Construction Comment magazine which regularly features projects by members in the centerfold area.
We are in need of projects for future issues
OCA prefers that the project is IN A STATE OF CONSTRUCTION versus a completed one - preferably showing more than a hole in the ground.
If you have a project for the "Around Ottawa" spread, please contact Angela Tristram.
It is FREE advertising for members, there's is no catch nor pressure to advertise. Highlight your project today, email Angela Tristram.
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