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2 DAYS AWAY - Time is running out! TCA Boat Cruise, a must-attend summer event! Register today to join us aboard the Yankee Lady III on August 10th! | |
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HURRY and purchase your tickets for the TCA boat cruise happening on Thursday, August 10th? This is a summer event you don't want to miss! Come out and enjoy an exciting evening of networking and entertainment as we set sail on a breathtaking cruise across Lake Ontario. Sponsorship opportunities available!
Find the full details here or register now!
Please contact Jason Pelligra for more details:
Email: jpelligra@tcaconnect.com | Phone: 416-499-4000, x4104
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Ontario invites trades candidates to apply for OINP
The Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development announced it has invited 2,844 candidates with work experience in the skilled trades to apply to the Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program’s (OINP) Express Entry Skilled Trades stream.
The invitations followed the recent announcement by the federal government of the first round of trades eligible for category-based Express Entry selection.
On Aug. 3, targeted notifications of interest were issued to carpenters, electricians and general construction workers, among other trades.
Click here, to read the full news article.
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Construction down in flat employment report
Construction employment and overall employment were on different paths in July, reports Statistics Canada. While the overall employment picture was little changed for the month, the construction sector took a significant hit, dropping more positions than any other sector in the monthly Labour Force Survey. According to the most recent edition of the report, the sector has lost 45,000 workers, or almost three per cent of its workers, since June. The July drop follows a smaller decline experienced in June, when the sector lost 14,000 workers. Since January, employment in construction has decreased by 71,000, more than eclipsing a cumulative increase of 65,000 experienced from September of 2022 to January.
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Canada funds construction of purpose-built rental homes in Kitchener
The Government of Canada announced the construction of 60 purpose-built rental homes in Kitchener. These new homes are made possible through a fully repayable low-interest loan of over $16 million through the Rental Construction Financing Initiative (RCFi).
Canada’s construction of rental homes has not kept pace with the country’s growing cities and population, leading to a decline in the existing and aging rental stock for decades. To help address this issue, the Government of Canada has introduced the RCFi to stimulate the construction of rental housing across the country.
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Immigration change aims to address construction labour shortage
Canada’s Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient immigration pathway for individuals with expertise in critical fields, including those in need by the construction sector. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with experience in the trades, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada says it is aiming to meet the increasing demand for talent and fill key positions that contribute to the nation’s economic growth and advancement. In May, Sean Fraser, the previous minister of immigration, refugees and citizenship, announced changes to Express Entry through category-based selection.
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Bathurst Quay Common brews new plan for historic Canada Malting Co. property
For the new park being built on the historic Canada Malting Co. property in Toronto, landscape designers PFS Studio created two distinct outdoor rooms: a water’s edge sun deck connected to the arts centre, and a multi-purpose event plaza at the base of the silos.
Construction on Bathurst Quay Common started in June with a groundbreaking ceremony hosted by the City of Toronto, marking the third and final construction phase in the larger revitalization of the property. The one-acre park is located at 3 Eireann Quay.
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DIALOG designing patient tower at Toronto Western Hospital
Planning is underway for a new patient tower that will redefine the Toronto Western Hospital (TWH) campus. DIALOG Design, the architects selected by UHN to design the tower, have submitted a development application to the City of Toronto seeking approval on its site plan.
The tower will be built on the northwest corner of TWH (the site of the current visitor parking lot at the corner of Bathurst and Nassau Streets) and is planned to be 15-storeys – 11 floors are occupied by patient care, with the remaining reserved for mechanical and design purposes.
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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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Meet the Gold Seal Employer | |
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Pomerleau is one of the largest construction companies in Canada, specializing in the building, infrastructure, and civil engineering sectors. Equipped with a research and development laboratory, Pomerleau integrates innovations into over 75% of its projects and works sustainably to build tomorrow’s living environments. Founded nearly 60 years ago, Pomerleau has over 4,000 employees working on over 200 job sites from coast to coast and has been on Canada’s Top 100 Employers list since 2020.
At the heart of Pomerleau’s culture lie its core values, which provide a guiding foundation for its employees. Integrity, collaboration, excellence, and adaptability are the pillars of the company. Pomerleau recognizes that its greatest asset is its people. To ensure the well-being of its employees, the company has implemented various initiatives, including the PX3 ecosystem of in-house professional development programs specific to career and personal development. Since 2009, Pomerleau has hosted challenges to promote well-being and perseverance and raise money for charities across Canada. Pomerleau seeks to integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion as a fundamental part of all its practices and processes. By fostering a collaborative environment, Pomerleau encourages employees to work together, share knowledge, and contribute their unique perspectives.
Learn how your company can become a Gold Seal Employer
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TCA 5th Annual Women's Golf: September 14, 2023 - Spots are filling up quickly - Don't wait to register! | |
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Hurry up and register for TCA's 5th Annual Women's Golf Day before all spots are taken! Don't miss out on the opportunity to take advantage of our incredible sponsorship packages. We can not wait to host you all! For the complete information or to sign up, Click here.
Please contact Jason Pelligra for more details:
Email: jpelligra@tcaconnect.com | Phone: 416-499-4000, x4104
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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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