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CCA, WomanACT, SCWIST target harassment in STEM and trades
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has partnered with WomanACT and the Society for Canadian Women in Science & Technology to launch a series of micro-lessons that harassment in the workplace.
Lessons will be available through CCA integrated partner associations.
The Safe STEM Workplaces project, funded by the Department of Justice, seeks to enhance prevention and response measures for gender-based and sexual harassment by directly confronting harassment in workplaces, especially affecting women.
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Construction employment and openings almost flat
Canada shed over 88,000 jobs in November of 2023, but the construction sector was spared much of the pain, dipping by just 0.1 per cent from the previous month. The 1,164,100 workers in the sector was almost 21,000 more employees than where the industry was in November of 2022, an increase of 1.8 per cent. Most of the cross-sector decline in November was the result of strike action in Quebec’s education sector, as that pulled 63,000 positions from the employment figures. Excluding those figures, the overall decrease in national payroll employment was a more modest 25,300, matching the 0.1 per cent decline seen in the construction sector in November.
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Dialog, EllisDon report strong progress on hybrid timber floor prototype
Six years after the launch of the concept, project partners Dialog and EllisDon could be just a year or so from hitting the market with their new Hybrid Timber Floor System.
Using a prototype composite of post-tensioned concrete, cross-laminated timber, rebar and an engineered coating, the invention with its 40-foot panels would allow mass timber–based floor systems to be used in non-residential long-span construction such as office and institutional, sectors that until now have been limited to traditional building materials.
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Global firms chosen to develop Toronto’s East Harbour Transit Hub
Global professional services company, AtkinsRéalis, and Bird Construction (Bird), have entered into an alliance development agreement to work collaboratively with Metrolinx to deliver the East Harbour Transit Hub: a new interchange station part of a broader transit-oriented community plan for Toronto. AtkinsRéalis is partnered with Bird under the Rail Connect (RC) Partners joint venture (JV). Under the alliance development agreement, services include optimizing the design solution, preparing detailed estimates for resources, costs, and schedules, preparing a project proposal, finalizing the project alliance agreement, and performing early works.
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PSPC awards contract to help redevelop Canada’s Parliamentary Precinct
Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) has awarded Pomerleau Inc. a $2.8-million construction management services contract for the first phase of the Block 2 Redevelopment Project. This redevelopment will transform aging buildings into an innovative complex that creates a new fourth wall to parliament square.
The renewal of Block 2 is part of the Government of Canada’s efforts to restore and modernize Canada’s Parliamentary Precinct. Extensive work is underway within the Parliamentary Precinct to meet the needs of a 21st-century parliamentary democracy and to provide engaging spaces for all Canadians.
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Concrete.ai Launches Concrete Copilot: A Groundbreaking AI Solution for the Concrete Industry
Concrete.ai has recently launched Concrete Copilot, a groundbreaking Generative AI solution designed to revolutionize the concrete industry. This patented AI platform is capable of developing optimized concrete mix designs and accurately predicting performance in a matter of seconds. This innovation not only empowers concrete producers by enhancing efficiency and reducing costs, but it also has a significant environmental impact. By utilizing this AI technology, users can reduce their carbon footprints by up to 30%, marking a substantial step forward in the industry’s efforts towards sustainability.
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Record growth reported for industrial construction in Canada
Industrial construction continues to be one of Canada’s most reliable building sectors with record completions in Q4 2023, balanced fundamentals and anticipation of robust demand going forward.
Two Altus Group analysts said recently industrial has remained strong despite high interest rates and continued inflationary pressures, continuing its pandemic and post-pandemic momentum.
Many trends point to continuing growth, said Altus Group vice-president of data solutions Ray Wong – examples include construction of “big bombers,” huge warehouse spaces alongside the conversion of older industrial spaces for modern uses such as pickleball courts;
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Toronto highrise courthouse project achieves LEED Gold certification
EllisDon’s highrise courthouse project in downtown Toronto, which has achieved LEED Gold certification under LEED Canada NC v2009, introduces a new era of environmentally conscious legal infrastructure, says the builder.
According to EllisDon, the courthouse is “a true reflection of EllisDon’s sustainability efforts and stands for both the legal infrastructure and the city it serves.”
The project involved the construction of a 17-storey, 690,000 tower on a four-storey podium, with two underground levels, located just north of Toronto’s City Hall. It amalgamates six Ontario Court of Justice locations under one roof.
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TCA Member Spotlight
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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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Our QCsolver portal offers a simplified way to keep track of your contractors and sub-contractors with our Contractor Control Panel. All of your critical data is now viewable on one screen. Customized reminders ensure that you don't miss key dates.
If you are using older systems then we just might be what you are looking for.
We offer an independent third-party verification of the contractor data with a unique strategy for a cost effective and seamless implementation process.
The QCsolver process helps you to reduce your risk and exposure when choosing one of your existing qualified contractors. Depending on your needs we can adapt our portal to ensure an administratively efficient and effective solution
Simplify these processes
Insurance and WSIB Tracking
Contracts Database
Risk & Performance Monitoring
Vendor Performance Management
Contractor Credentialing
Audit/Internal controls
For more information visit https://qcsolver.com.
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TCA 41st Annual Ski Day - February 29, 2024
Don't forget to register today so that you don't miss out on this exciting winter event!
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Sign up today and join us for our 41st annual Ski Day event at the Craigleith Ski Club in Collingwood on Thursday, February 29, 2024. Click here for the full details.
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Canadian Concrete Expo 2024: February 14 - 15 | Toronto, Canada
Toronto Construction Association invites you to attend CCE2024.
Register using VIP Code CCE390 for complimentary show admission.
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Visit CanadianConcreteExpo.com for show details, education session schedule, floorplan with 350+ exhibitors and more. Don't forget to sign up for the CCE mailing list for the latest show announcements.
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5th Annual Legal Guide to Managing Construction Liens in Ontario - February 21, 2024
The 5th Annual Legal Guide to Managing Construction Liens in Ontario is an intensive program developed for experienced industry professionals and legal advisors. In this one-day event, attendees will gain a practical understanding of how to navigate the technical elements and legal and practice changes impacting construction liens processes in Ontario. Click here to learn more.
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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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