2007 04 TCN Page 01.indd - Toronto Construction Association
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2007 04 TCN Page 01.indd - Toronto Construction Association
T H E O F F I C I A L J O U R N A L O F T H E T O R O N T O C O N S T R U C T I O N A S S O C I AT I O N VOL. 24, NO. 2 APRIL 2007 PEOPLE � EQUIPMENT � EXPERIENCE SINCE 1965 1-888-457-8120 OXY EP SOLUTIONS Chain Link Panels www.thefencepeople.com Plywood Hoarding Covered Walkways (905)-450-0500 “WE FIX BAD CONCRETE” www.epoxysolutions.com Tel: (905) 455-1600 Infrastructure Ontario Industry can handle flood of projects due Lack of subtrades not a problem, contractors say JOHN LECKIE H correspondent as Infrastructure Ontario strained the capacity of the construction marketplace by releasing too many projects at one time? David Livingston, the crown corporation’s president and chief executive officer, put the question directly to contractors at the Toronto Construction Association’s annual meeting Jan. 30 and was told that there was plenty of capacity out there still. With only the Montfort Hospital in Ottawa currently under construction, Livingston said he thought it was “relatively early in the game” to have hit maximum capacity. Concerns were raised, however, when bidders on some of the projects ready to get under way this year asked for more time to prepare their bids because they were having difficulty lining up subcontractors. Several contractors assured Livingston that the problem was restricted to the proposed hospital project in Sault Ste. Marie. The Request for Proposals for this proj- ect went out Nov. 9 and was scheduled to close March 29. Local trades have shown some reluctance to get involved in the design, build, finance and maintain project and out-of-town trades have shown reluctance to travel to the Sault. Infrastructure Ontario currently has 43 projects at various stages of development. Of these, 35 are hospital or healthcare facilities. One-quarter of the projects are valued between $50 million and $150 million, another quarter are valued at more than $250 million and half are valued between $150 million and $250 million. One of Livingston’s tasks over the past year has been to property scope projects and put realistic budgets on them, Livingston explained to a full room of TCA members. There has also been a push to standardize documents and basic designs as much as possible while still retaining some flexibility. “Because we have so many hospitals in our projects, it was amazing to us that every time the government builds a hospital or builds a new wing on a hospital it was like a hospital had never been built before.” Working with the Ministry of Health, Infrastructure Ontario See EUROPEAN, Pg.3 David Livingston Inside 2007 TCA Board of Directors Labour Board okays new industry union The Ontario Labour Relations Board has conferred status as a union to the breakaway Canadian Construction Workers Union led by Tony Dionisio. See Pg. 5 Gold Seal could be condition of contract The Canadian Construction Association’s Gold Seal committee is drafting a best practices guide for use by owners who are considering adopting Gold Seal as a condition of contract. See Pg. 5 Networking tips Back row – left to right: Ian Steer, Kim McKinney, Scott Wylie, Bill Nichols, David McFarlane, Greg Andrushko, Brian Foote, Chris Fillingham, Dave Kueneman; Middle row – left to right: John Mollenhauer, Glenn Ackerley, Richard Maxwell, Craig Lesurf, David George, Romeo Milano, Mike Kern, Tomas Korda, Chris Welch; Front row – left to right: Michel Gauthier, Joe Perry, Gerry Simone, Matt Stainton (2007 Chairman of the Board), Greg Dolenc, Chris Dossett, Paul Lisanti; Absent from photo: Albert Salvatore, Chris Rick, Bob Hopkins, Albert F. Sweetnam, Ed Applebaum, Steven Aquino, Bruno Antidormi, Tom Kemp. Networking builds business relationships and new opportunities. See Pg. 6 STORIES • Best of the Best Awards 7–9 • Ski Day 10–11 • New Members 12 • CanaData Forecast 13 • Discount Programs 14 REPORTS • President 2 • Chairman 3 • COURSES & EVENTS • Upcoming Events 15 • Construction Institute 16 AND CONSTRUCTION RECORD Daily Commercial News Publications Mail Agreement 40064512 Page www.tcanetworks.com Toronto Construction News Head Office 500 Hood Road, 4th Floor, Markham, Ontario L3R 9Z3 Phone: (905) 752-5408 • Fax: (905) 752-5450 Toronto Construction News is published seven times per year by Daily Commercial News, a division of Reed Construction Data. Editorial Purpose: Toronto Construction News keeps Toronto Construction Association (TCA) members and subscribers up to date on association news and events affecting the construction industry. It profiles innovative construction projects, and member companies and their executives. The content also includes business and technical information of interest to senior and mid-level managers. Managing Director, Reed Construction Data Mark Casaletto Managing Editor Patrick McConnell Editorial Supervisor John G. Mollenhauer National Production Manager Lori Brooks Writers Brian Baker, Patricia Williams, John Leckie, Ian Harvey Director of Sales, Eastern Canada Peter Rigakos [email protected] DAILY COMMERCIAL NEWS EDITORIAL DEPARTMENT Patrick McConnell, National Editor [email protected] Cindy Woods, News Editor [email protected] Patricia Williams, Staff Writer [email protected] Brian Baker, Staff Writer [email protected] TC News April 2007 president’s r e p o rt ‘Craning’ to avert a rising crisis F or over a year, the crane rental industry has been in a struggle. In January, 2006, the City of Toronto abandoned a 15 year tradition and took the decision that medium to large size mobile cranes (with gross weights in excess of 63.5 tons) would require daily trip permits and a “paid duty” police escort. Simply put, staffers were concerned that the City’s aging infrastructure posed an imminent threat related to possible bridge collapses and a host of other equally catastrophic doomsday scenarios unless the City reversed its longstanding practice of issuing annual excess load permits (that already included rigorous road and bridge access restrictions and complete municipal indemnity) in favour of “daily” trip permits and special police escorts. The first attempt to establish trip permits occurred in the early 90s. Fortunately, reality quickly set in at that time and the requirement was waived, notwithstanding that most medium and larger cranes did not fully comply with the actual terms of permits issued by the City. Mr. Keeva Lane, a pragmatist representing the City at the time, viewed the larger mobile cranes as a “necessary evil” and acknowledged that the policy change was both impractical and unnecessary. He also acknowledged that Toronto was the only municipality in the province proposing daily permits and understood completely that the regulatory changes would create potentially insurmountable operational and economic difficulties for the crane rental companies. And so, for more than a decade, a potential crisis was averted and crane rental companies continued to serve Toronto’s unique hoisting requirements. (There are typically approximately 15 mobile cranes in the City at any given time that exceed the City weight limits to meet current hoisting demands for construction and maintenance projects and all manner of emergency.) John G. Mollenhauer TCA President Unfortunately for Toronto constructors and property owners, the City again unilaterally reestablished its “daily” permit requirement in January, 2007 which, incidentally, requires at least three to four days notice, together with the mandatory police escort. More to the point, this was once again done without notice and without apparent regard for the probable economic consequences. Were it not for the fact that only thirteen police cruisers are available on a first-comefirst serve basis to cope with the City’s escort requirements for all oversized and/or overweight vehicles (plus funerals), and the reality that three or four days lead time to obtain permits is frequently insufficient, my guess is the mobile crane rental companies would have been considerably more accommodating. Sadly though, much of the expense the last time around was nonrecoverable. The companies were unwilling to continue providing services in Toron- to, faced with the risk of losing their CVOR permits. For those of you unfamiliar with the economics of owning a mobile crane, some of the larger mobile cranes with hoisting capacities up to 650 tons can cost north of $8 million apiece and are prohibitively expensive to operate, insure and maintain. So you can well imagine why they can ill afford to idly stand by incurring non-recoverable expenses. Under these circumstances, crane companies decided to refuse to jeopardize their province-wide businesses by continuing to provide the larger cranes required by their many customers in Toronto. I am obviously drafting this article in advance of the resolution of the dispute, so I am optimistic the issue will have been resolved amicably by the time this issue hits the stands on April 1, 2007. Moreover, I will be out of the country for a good part of March and, therefore, forced like many of you to watch from the “bleachers.” With any luck, common sense will prevail and the City officials and their counterparts at the Crane Rental Association were sufficiently committed to Toronto’s greater good to avert crisis and arrive at a workable solution. Should that not be the case, my guess is that I will wish I had remained on holiday in the West Indies! Respectfully, John G. 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Member, Canadian Business Press Indexed in Canadian Business Periodicals Index. GST Reg. #890798093RT001 The cranes were once again rolling in the City of Toronto up to March 31 following a temporary agreement between the Crane Rental Association of Ontario and Toronto Transportation to hold off enforcement and ticketing of mid- to large-sized mobile cranes to allow talks on the sticky issue of police escorts and individual trip permits. TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com C h ai r m a n ’ s Page R e p o rt Get Involved: TCA is only as strong as its members W hen I was elected the 2007 Chairman of the Toronto Construction Association, I was well aware that I would be following in the footsteps of a long list of industry leaders. With this great privilege bestowed upon me, it is my intention to serve the Board and the members with as much distinction as my predecessors. I have been involved with the TCA for 10 years and am now entering my eighth year on the Board. I have been involved in the membership campaign, member’s day, tree planting, two long range planning sessions, served as chair for the YCEC and have participated in countless social events. With each meeting or outing, I am reminded of how great the support is from the Association’s members. In addition to a strong membership, I cannot forget to mention the dedicated staff of the TCA. With a new president European firms interested in bids Continued from Pg. 1 has developed generic specifications for acute care hospitals, continuing care hospitals and rehabilitation facilities. “It is going to make all of our lives a lot simpler.” To help ease the strain on the indsutry, Infrastructure Ontario plans to release one RFP every month. All of the crown corporation’s projects will involve alternative methods of financing, Livingston said. “If a project is going to be built in the conventional way, it is going to be built by someone else,” he said. For the most part, two models will be used— design, build, finance (DBF) and design, build, finance and maintain (DBFM). Maintenance will be part of the project with new buildings but is less likely to be used with additions to existing buildings because of the difficulty of blending the maintenance of an existing building with the addition, Livingston said. Maintenance is a priority because it is often the first item to be cut when money gets tight in the public service, Livingston said. “Most of the structures in the province are worth crap at the end of their useful life because they have not had a nickel invested in them.” While healthcare is dominating the list of projects at the moment, Livingston expects the next wave to include more transit and water and wastewater projects. There has been some interest in the larger projects coming from outside Canada, he said, but not from the United States. Most of the firms that have expressed interest have been from Europe. TCA’s Speakers Bureau Speakers Bureau is undoubtedly a huge success. Requests for our dynamic speakers are coming in on a weekly basis. The continued growth of the Speakers Bureau relies on our dedicated volunteers. To those who have taken the time to spread the word to the students about the various opportunities that are available in the professional sector of the construction industry — many thanks. If you have an interest in joining TCA’s Speakers Bureau and being part of the team that is helping to build the future leaders of our great industry please visit www.tcanetworks.com or contact Stephanie Mills at [email protected] or 416-499-4000 ext. 23. Please help us build the future of construction! Special thanks to the following volunteers: Gord Naylor — PCL Dave Brennan — Aecon Construction Matt Stainton Chairman TCA (John Mollenhauer) and executive vice-president (Kim McKinney) at the start of 2006, the idea was to move forward with slow and steady steps. I was amazed to see how well the two took over the reigns and advanced the association without any problems. Once the two had a solid footing, we held a long range planning session in the fall of 2006. It is this long range plan that will serve as a compass for the Association for the next five years. In addition to the implementation of the long range plan, the start of 2007 has been very active. The association has been called upon to address such issues as reverse auctions, bid shopping and the highly publicized mobile crane problems in Toronto. Most recently at the CCA conference, we engaged in a series of meetings to further advance the promotion of our industry to younger generations, in an effort to attract the best to the construction industry. The calendar for the remainder of the year is very busy with meetings and Association events, so I ask that you get involved when you can. TCA is your association and grows stronger with your continued support and participation. I look forward to working with the excellent staff and member volunteers over the course of the year. 2007 MS&S Committee The MS&S (Manufacturer, Supply and Services) Division of TCA is comprised of those companies that provide products and services to the construction industry. The Committee is currently gearing up for an eventful year planning breakfast seminars and other helpful information as well as, activities aimed at the concerns of the Division. All members of the MS&S sector are welcome to join the Committee by expressing their interest to Stephanie Mills at [email protected]. (Left to right): Polyanna Fok, Lloyd Lawrence, Greg Dolenc, Kim McKinney, Stephanie Mills, John Mollenhauer, Paul Lisanti, Michael Watters, Peter Rigakos, and Dave Froese. Missing from the picture: Marc Drumm, Simon Fenn, and Peter Fowler. Page 4 www.tcanetworks.com TC News April 2007 TCA Annual Golf Classic — Thursday, May 24, 2007 After many successful years at Lionhead and Royal Ontario, TCA has made the decision to move the golf tournament to The Club at Bond Head (north and south course) and Copper Creek Golf Club on Thursday, May 24, 2007. Bond Head’s South Course is a traditional Links style course with tall deep fescue and ragged edged bunkers that will test even the most seasoned player. The North Course is every bit as challenging but is more traditional in design, with dramatic elevation changes, lush bluegrass rough lined with trees. Copper Creek has emerged as one of the top facilities in the GTA, set amid the rolling hills and forests of the Humber River Valley. The order form, as well as, information regarding sponsorship opportunities can be found in this issue. Don’t delay…order your tickets NOW! Golf Registration at Bond Head Golf Registration at Copper Creek Complimentary Lunch Shotgun Start – at each course Dinner (all golfers) – at Copper Creek Trophy Presentations, Lucky Draw and Wrap-Up Cost: 11:00 am 11:00 am 11:30 am 1:30 pm 7:30 pm 8:45 pm $250.00 per person – TCA Members and Guests $350.00 per person – Non Members and Guests $60.00 per person – Dinner Only Price includes: golf/cart/lunch/dinner/giveaway. Sponsor a Hole…display your Company’s Name on One of the 54 Holes ** LUCKY DRAW – WEEKEND FOR TWO ** ** SPECIAL DRAW – FOR LADIES ONLY ** Order your Tickets today to attend – an event not to be missed!! SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Sponsorship Opportunities available for this year’s Annual Golf Classic Get your Company Name out in front of the industry 1. Hole Signage Sponsor one of the 54 holes available. The signs will show the Company Name. I wish to order the following tickets. Tickets are sold on a first come, first served basis. Faxing this form can hold space; however, payment must be received prior to Golf. Once payment has been received, tickets will be mailed. ___ Ticket(s) @ $ 250.00 per person - TCA Member and Guests ___ Ticket(s) @ $ 350.00 per person - Non Member and Guests ___ Ticket(s) @ $ 60.00 per person - Dinner Only ___ YES, I will sponsor a hole @ $250.00 each 2. Other Sponsorship Opportunities Available • Closest to the pin with a prize. • Longest drive with a prize. • Hole-in-one contest with a prize. • Putting contest prior to tournament start with a prize. • Chip in the Bin Contest with a prize. Space is limited – book TODAY!! Complete the form below. ___ YES, I will sponsor a hole @ $250.00 each REGISTRATION FORM $_________ Sub Total $_________ 6% GST (R 108114240) $_________ Total $_________ $_________ $_________ $_________ $_________ Sub Total $_________ 6% GST (R 108114240) $_________ Total $_________ Please indicate your choice of golf course. Every effort will be made to accommodate your request, but please be reminded that reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Bond Head North _________Bond Head South ________Copper Creek _________ For further information on the Sponsorship Opportunities available, please contact Ms. Mary Thorburn at TCA – 416-499-4000, Ext. 14. Names of Golfers: ___________________________________________________________________ Name:____________________________ Company: _________________________ Name:____________________________ Company: _________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________ City: _______________________Province: _________Postal Code: ____________ City: _______________________Province: _________Postal Code: ____________ Telephone #: __________ Fax #: ____________ Email Address: ________________ Telephone #: __________ Fax #: ____________ Email Address: ________________ Visa/MasterCard/Amex #: ___________________________ Expiry Date: ________ Visa/MasterCard/Amex #: ___________________________ Expiry Date: ________ Visa/MasterCard/Amex Customer Name: __________________________________ Visa/MasterCard/Amex Customer Name: __________________________________ Please send the completed form, along with payment, to: TCA, Attention: Ms. Barbara Bryon, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill ON L4B 1H1 Telephone: (416) 499-4000, Ext. 57 - Fax: (416) 499-8752 E-mail: [email protected] Please send the completed form, along with payment, to: TCA, Attention: Ms. Barbara Bryon, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill ON L4B 1H1 Telephone: (416) 499-4000, Ext. 57 - Fax: (416) 499-8752 E-mail: [email protected] The Club at Bond Head and Copper Creek Golf Club TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com Page Labour board okays new construction union IAN HARVEY T correspondent he Ontario Labour Relations Board has conferred status as a union to the breakaway Canadian Construction Workers Union led by Tony Dionisio. It sets the stage for an intense six weeks of recruiting, raiding, cajoling and persuading, not to mention a head-to-head confrontation with Laborers’ International Union of North America (LIUNA) Local 183, Dionisio’s former bailiwick. “I’m thrilled,” said Dionisio, who was ousted as the business manager of Local 183 after a long battle last year. “This is just the beginning. We plan to go forward from today and build a union.” OLRB chair David McKee, speaking for his two colleagues on the panel, delivered the ruling after a short presentation of evi- dence about the initial Nov. 1 meeting last year attended by 30 people which created the CCWU and formulated its constitution and elected a slate of executives. At that meeting, Dionisio was elected president, and his Local 183 loyalists Joel Filipe, vice president, John Dias, financial secretary, Keith Cooper, recording secretary. Robert Hook was appointed trustee. The status conferred is directly related to the organization of PBS General Contractors by the CCWU. The OLRB heard the CCWU has also voluntarily signed other companies to provide workers, including Filipe Construction Inc, run by Filipe’s brother. In all, there are 15 bargaining units that have either signed voluntarily or have applications for certification pending at the board. “We’re satisfied the CCWU is a trade union within the law,” said McKee. Gold Seal could be a condition of contract PATRICIA WILLIAMS staff writer T RIO GRANDE, PUERTO RICO he Canadian Construction Association’s Gold Seal committee is drafting a best practices guide for use by owners who are considering adopting Gold Seal as a condition of contract. The overall objective is to ensure that where such conditions are applied, they are done “as fairly and inclusively” as possible. “There is a thirst for (performance) standards,” Gold Seal committee chair Bob Noseworthy said. “What we’re saying is that if purchasers of construction require a demonstration of construction management excellence, we want that to be Gold Seal certification.” Gold Seal is a national certification program for construction project managers, superintendents, estimators and safety coordinators. The three-page guide deals with such matters as: • Advance notice of pending implementation of Gold Seal as a condition of contract. • Inclusion of Gold Seal requirements in invitations to tender. • Specification of the role of certified personnel. • Verification that certification requirements are met. The draft guide encourages public sector owners to consider requiring Gold Seal designated personnel on contracts worth more than $3 million, with that level dropping to $1 million after three years. Owners may specify a lower threshold where the degree of difficulty warrants, the guide suggests. In cases where certification is required among subtrades, such as electrical and mechanical, contracts would “normally” be in the $400,000 and up category. In an interview following the board of directors meeting at the CCA’s 89th annual conference, Noseworthy said recommended minimum contract levels are not cast in stone. “What works in one part of the country as a minimum guide may be too high or too low in other parts of the country,” Noseworthy said. “Assuming we (ultimately) all agree on the wording, then a motion goes back to the board to endorse the document,” Noseworthy said. “I am hopeful that we will have enough information back to provide a final draft by next year’s annual conference in Victoria.” Gold Seal has already been adopted as a condition of contract by such cities as Kamloops and Kelowna and in New Brunswick. IAN HARVEY Tony Dionisio (right) shakes hands with his lawyer, Barry Chercover, as they give ‘thumbs up’ to the Ontario Labour Relations Board’s decision to certify the Canadian Construction Workers Union. The early part of the day had been spent wrangling over who was to have standing at the proceedings with both the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners and the International Union of Painters and Allied trades claiming they had jurisdiction over workers at PBS. However, the board ruled against them, setting the stage for the status hearing to continue. With open season ending April 30, the CCWU has its work cut out. It must recruit and sign members in the next six weeks before the cut off date. “Now we have to work hard,” said Dionisio. “Rome wasn’t built in a day, but we’re not going away. “We’ll be here in three years, too (when the next round of contract talks begin and the open season Feb 1 to April 30 kicks in again).” He said despite the skilled labour shortage in the construction industry, he’s confident the CCWU will attract enough members to assure a supply of experienced workers to employers. “I think there are a lot of people out there who are interested in a Canadian union and to see their money stay in Canada,” said Dioniso, who is being back with a $1 million loan from the Canadian Auto Workers Union and the personal endorsement of their president, Buzz Hargrove. “I think I’ve made a positive contribution to the labour movement in Canada and I hope to continue that.” Page www.tcanetworks.com TC News April 2007 One benefit of a TCA membership – Networking opportunities TCA is currently 2200 corporate members strong. There are various ways that you can take advantage of our networking opportunities — available to TCA members only. Networking builds your business relationships and generates new opportunities. The more contacts that you have, the larger your referral network for qualifying your prospect client base. Be prepared anytime with a thirty second promo speech about your company or about yourself. Networking and sponsorship opportunities are everywhere in the Association, don’t let them pass you by. Free events & sponsorship opportunities — Annual General Meeting, Members Day, New Members Networking Workshop, Membership Campaign, Construct Canada Trade Show, Lunch Bag Sizzlers, YCEC Club and Committee Meetings. * Annual General Meeting — This free event is held in January each year. It also includes the presentation of the “Best of the Best” Awards. The afternoon cocktail reception after is always great opportunity for renewing old acquaintances and networking for new contacts. Please contact Evelyn Kilcullen at tel: 416-499-4000 ext.18 or email ekilcullen@ tcanetworks.com * New Members Networking Workshop — This event is to welcome our new members and to help them understand the networking opportunities through the Association. It is held twice a year around February and late summer. The event also includes a quick tour of the Association with introductions to some TCA services and some key staff persons related with networking events. If you are a new member and you had missed the last opportunity, please contact Polyanna Fok at ext.13 or email her at [email protected] * Members Day – May 17th — This is the open house of the Association office, the Construction Centre. You can reserve a free table spot to display about your business (on a firstcome-first-serve basis) or you can simply attend to network. It is a full day program of free presentation, free conference, free seminar, free displays, free breakfast, free BBQ lunch and free networking – everything for free. Please contact Evelyn Kilcullen at ext.18 for more information or for sponsorship opportunities. Email: [email protected] all held at the Construction Center from 12 noon to 1pm. It is not just an information session, a networking opportunity, but also a great way in understanding concerns that potential clients may have. YCEC Club — The YCEC club is a free club for all TCA members who are under 35 years old. Its mission is to develop an informal communication network amongst young future executives. It is a club for establishing industry contacts and for leadership development. It also assists TCA members in their employees’ development in becoming the next generation of construction executives. For more information on the Lunch Bag Sizzlers or the YCEC club, please contact Stephanie Mills at ext. 23 or email her at: smills@ tcanetworks.com Committee Meetings — Volunteer your time for 4 to 5 meetings in a year, join the TCA team and be a player in the industry. Get involved, get the answer(s) and get to become a TCA Board of Director (All committee chairmen are automatically TCA Board of Directors. Board meetings are 4 times in a year). These meetings are great networking opportunities while contributing your knowledge, sharing your information or applying your leadership skills. Be a TCA committee member and have an active say in your industry. Please contact Lauren Korody at ext. 56 or email her at: [email protected] for a list of the committees. Social events & sponsorship opportunities – Ski Day, Golf Classic, Christmas Luncheon, Industry Dance, YCEC Golf and YCEC events. Our events are so popular that we have to announce a “Tickets go-on-sale” date allowing all TCA members equal opportunities to purchase tickets and participate in the fun. * Ski Day — Every year in February. Tickets go on sale every January 2nd. * Golf Classic — Thursday, May 24th (The Club at Bond Head and Copper Creek Golf Club). Every year in May and tickets are on sale now. * Christmas Luncheon — Friday, Nov. 30th (Metro Convention Center). A luncheon event held every first Friday in December for over 2000 industries leaders. Tickets go on sale every October 1st. * Industry Dance — Saturday, Feb. 2nd 2008 (The Old Mill Inn). Once every two years and is in February on a Saturday to celebrate Valentine’s Day. A glamorous Camelot medieval evening filled with fun, dancing and entertainment. Tickets are on sale now. For the above events, please contact Mary Thorburn / Barbara Bryon at ext. 14 / 57 for an order form or for more information. Don’t forget to enquire about the sponsorship opportunities. Email: [email protected] or [email protected] * YCEC Golf – Sept. Organized by the Young Construction Executive Club and is held every year in September. Tickets go on sale June 1st. * Membership Campaign – Oct. 15th to 19th — Volunteer one day of your time between Oct.15th to 19th to make phone calls at the Construction Centre. All volunteers are invited to a free September kick-off event before the campaign starts. Then meet again the 15 to 20 volunteers on your day and may be take home some prizes too. It is also a great opportunity to get your company name out to the prospects you are speaking to. Please contact Polyanna Fok at ext.13 or email her [email protected] for more information or for gifts sponsorships. * Construct Canada Trade Show – Nov. 28 to 30th — All TCA members will be sent invitations to attend this largest construction trade show across Canada. Find out about new and/or green products/technologies/services. Meet TCA member exhibitors and industry leaders. All free passes will be mailed to TCA members in November. To be an exhibitor, please contact Frank Scalisi of York Communications at (416) 512-1215, ext.232 or email him at [email protected] * YCEC events —Inexpensive networking events - throughout the year - organized by the Young Construction Executive Club for its own members. * Lunch Bag Sizzlers — These are free seminars arranged by the Young Construction Executive Club for ALL TCA members 5 to 6 times in a year. These free seminars are For all YCEC events and its sponsorship opportunities, please contact Stephanie Mills at ext. 23 or email her a: [email protected] TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com Page 2006 Best of the Best Award Winners The 2006 Toronto Construction Association Best of the Best Awards were presented at TCA’s Annual General Meeting and awards presentation at Woodbine Race Track January 30, 2007. The winners were: Innovation Award Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Chris Gower, Richard Maxwell PCL Constructors Canada Inc. This award marks a unique adaptation or approach of a non-product, on-site process, technology, technique or implementation of a concept. The winner, for its jobsite safety tracking software, is: PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Distinguished Volunteer outstanding safety performance Left to right, Gord Naylor and Richard Maxwell PCL Constructors Canada Inc. This award goes annually to the TCA member who provides outstanding leadership, performance or significant contributions to advancing construction safety. This year’s winner is: PCL Constructors Canada Inc. PCL developed in-house software to track jobsite safety including trending analysis. The Construction Institute — Chancellor’s Award of Excellence Left to right, Michel Gauthier, Ray Mount, Richard Maxwell Ray Mount of Kawneer Company This award recognizes a TCA volunteer who has performed outstanding service to the association. The 2006 winner is: Ray Mount of Kawneer Company. Matt Stainton Top Gun Award Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Craig Lesurf, Richard Maxwell Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Dan Bozzelli, Richard Maxwell Craig Lesurf of Vanbots Construction Corporation Dan Bozzelli of Vanbots Construction Corporation This award recognizes a company or individual who has provided outstanding leadership, service or contributions to The Construction Institute through advancing education, training and professional development. The 2006 winner is: Craig Lesurf of Vanbots Construction Corporation. The Top Gun Award goes to the member who signs up the most new members during the annual October membership campaign. The 2006 winner is: Dan Bozzelli of Vanbots Construction Corporation. The Sean P. McKenna Young Construction Executive Leadership The Directors’ Honour Roll Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Lee Baker, Richard Maxwell, Geoff Kinney Jr. Peter Fowler, Bill Hjelholt, Lee Baker and Geoff Kinney Jr. The Directors’ Honour Roll is awarded to TCA board members who have provided exceptional and distinguished service and leadership to the association and who are retiring from the board. This year’s recipients are: Peter Fowler, Bill Hjelholt, Lee Baker and Geoff Kinney Jr. Donald P. Giffin, Sr., construction industry achievement award Kenneth B. Benson, Benson Steel This award goes to an individual, group or company that has shown exemplary dedication and leadership in pursuing the common goals and interests of the construction industry. This year’s winner is: Kenneth B. Benson, Benson Steel Matt Stainton Matt Stainton of PCL Constructors Canada Inc. This award goes to a TCA member, under the age of 35, who has shown exemplary leadership within their company and/or the construction industry, been involved with the industry and the association and worked toward the promotion and advancement of the construction industry. The 2006 winner is: Matt Stainton of PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Page www.tcanetworks.com TC News April 2007 2006 Best of the Best Award Winners project achievement – medium category project achievement – small category Left to right, Richard Maxwell, Marcus Gillam, Compton Cho and Ron Rosner (Vanbots) Chinese Cultural Centre Stage II Construction Manager: Vanbots Construction Corporation Project Value: $14 million Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Colin Short, Rick Hayward Kingsway-Lambton United Church General Contractor: D.J. McRae Contracting Ltd. Project Value: $1.4 million Description: The 3,000-square-foot renovation to the existing facility, carried out between August 2005 and September 2006, was intended to improve access to all levels of the church provide a brighter, more accessible entrance. An existing entrance stair and enclosure was removed and replaced with a new entrance with wider and more gently sloping stairs. An elevator and a handicapped lift were installed to permit access to all levels of the church and a portion of the basement was renovated to provide handicapped-accessible washrooms. The exterior of the new entrance features natural stone walls and carved stone, a lead-coated copper barrel roof and curved and arched steel windows. The new windows and glazing allow natural light to filter into the entrance space, creating a vibrant atmosphere in what was formerly a dark and cramped part of the church. Management Team: Black & Moffat Architects Inc., Blackwell-Bowick Partnership Limited, Lam & Associates Ltd. Subcontractors: D.J. McRae Contracting Ltd., CRS Stone Carvers, Schindler Elevator, Garaventa, EB Mechanical Contracting, Albert Colaris Electrical. Specialty Contractor Description: The Stage II expansion of the Chinese Cultural Centre in Scarborough began in 2004 and was completed in September 2006. Stage I of the project had been completed in 1998. Stage II included a 626-seat state-of-the-art performing arts theatre; a 770-square-metre multipurpose hall for the arts, sports, banquets, performances and presentations; technical support space and equipment for both the theatre and the hall; lobby and reception areas including an ornate grand staircase; integration of Chinese sculptures and artifacts as well as Chinese detailing in wood trim and other design elements throughout the complex; and, integration with the existing portion of the project. Access to the site was one of the primary challenges to the work. High-voltage power lines—only 10 feet from the building in some places—on the north side of the building, an existing building on the west side, a property line only two inches from the building on the south side and a residential neighbourhood to the east left little room to manoeuvre. To deal with the problem, Vanbots shifted from using mobile cranes to using an overhead crane which improved efficiency and reduced risk on the site. Management Team: Louis K.C, Cheung Architect Inc., Ellard-Willson Engineering Limited, Halcrow-Yolles, Aercoustics Engineering Ltd., Novita Techne, City of Toronto Building Department, Leber Rubes Inc., Masongong Associates Engineering, The Chinese Cultural Centre, Toronto Hydro, Vanbots Construction Corporation. Subcontractors: AGS Contract Glazing Limited, Advantage Sport Barwood Flooring, Bernel Masonry, Bothwell-Accurate Co. Ltd., Brampton Brick, Bravo Cement Contracting (Toronto) Ltd., C/S Construction Specialties Company, Calligaro Tile Co. Ltd., Canada Building Materials, Christie Lites Ltd., Darlington Steel, Decoral Painting Limited, Donalco Inc./A/D Fire Protection Systems, Drillco Foundation Co. Ltd., Dynamic Security, Expo Iron Works Limited, Fabris Iron Works Inc., G.R.B. Storage Systems Inc., General Sprinklers Inc., Gilbert Steel Limited, Gymnasium & Health Equipment, Hardrock Forming Co., Independent Electric Supply Inc., Interborough Electric Inc., J & T Caulking and Sealing Corp., JSL Contract Hardware Inc., Jefferson Enterprises, Joel Theatrical Rigging, Lafarge Paving & Construction Ltd., Masters Insurance Limited, McDowell Electric Inc., McLean & Kerr LLP, Mifab Manufacturing, NAK Design Group, Ontario Cutting & Coring Ltd., Pacific Insurance Brokers Inc., Paul Wolf Electric & Lighting Supply Ltd., Pinnacle Roofing Consultants Inc., Priestly Demolition Inc., Pro-Bel Enterprises Ltd. Ontario Division, R & A Industrial Contractors, Regal Door & Hardware Co., Schindler Elevator Corporation, Semple-Gooder Roofing Limited, Sieges Ducharme International (1991), Sierra Cleaning Solutions Inc., Skyway Canada Limited, Smaak Enterprises Inc., Soil Engineers Ltd., St. Peter Steel, Symtech Canada Inc., Systems Drywall & Acoustics, The Downsview Group, Valentine Underground Services Ltd., W.G. Wood Sales Company Limited, Wenger Corporation, Westbury National Show Systems Limited, Woodlogix Interior. Clifford Restoration The Specialty Contractor award salutes a trade contractor, who normally does not work as a general contractor, who demonstrates outstanding leadership and business practices. The 2006 winner, selected for its various restoration projects, such as Old City Hall (pictured right), is: Clifford Restoration. Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Sam Trigila, Richard Maxwell TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com Page 2006 Best of the Best Award Winners project achievement – mediUm category project achievement – large category Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Richard Maxwell, Andrew Dalton Granite Club Aquatics Complex General Contractor: Dalton Company Ltd. Project Value: $8 million Description: The state-of-the-art aquatics complex, completed in August 2006, involves four pools— two 25-metre pools, a large indoor/outdoor family leisure pool and a smaller pool for learn-to-swim programming. The glass and aluminum roof structure is retractable, allowing the facility to be open during the summer months. It can be closed within 20 minutes in case of inclement weather. Electric motors at the top of the 17 bays of the roof move three 1,600-pound roof panels each to open and close the roof. The project was challenging because of the technology involved in the roof structure and because of site constraints resulting from the close proximity of a ravine and a number of mature trees. In addition, there were tight planning and scheduling requirements and the project had to avoid creating problems for the club’s ongoing operations. Management Team: CS&P Limited Architect, CCL/IBI, Granite Club, H.H. Angus & Associates Limited, IRC Building Science Group Inc., Terraplan Landscape Architects Inc., Yolles Engineering Solutions. Subcontractors: Acapulco Pool Limited, Archmill House Inc., Bothwell-Accurate Co. Ltd., C & T Reinforcing Steel Co. Limited, C.C, Construction, Concord Elevator Ltd., Construction Specialties Company, D’Urzo Demolition, Deep Foundations Contractors Inc., Duron Ontario Ltd., Green World Irrigation Systems, Greenscape Exterior Design, Inkan Limited, Inter-Provincial Paving Limited, Just Aluminum & Glass Inc., Lido Wall Systems Inc., Mapleridge Mechanical, Marrik Floor Co. Limited, Net Electrical, OpenAire, Rand Industries, Renaissance Construction Group Inc., Roma Fence Ltd., Shady Lane Expert Tree Care Inc., Speed and Precision Construction Ltd., Trillium Architectural Products Ltd., Twin Masonry Inc., Vipond Fire Protection, York Marble Tile & Terrazzo Inc. Left to right, John Mollenhauer, Darius Zaccak, Lisa Kurina, Richard Maxwell Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts General Contractor: PCL Constructors Canada Inc. Project Value: $110 million Description: The project is a 2,043-seat theatre in downtown Toronto designed for opera. It features the traditional European-style horseshoe-shaped auditorium, lined with wood and plaster. The facility includes a four-storey main reception area, a large rehearsal space, ballet studio, box office entrance and backof-house areas such as dressing rooms, wardrobe and instrument storage. The main reception area has limestone flooring on the ground floor with carpet and hardwood on the upper floors. The reception area also features a glass staircase. The exterior finishes include black brick, zinc cladding, tempered storefront glass, structural glazing, curtainwall framing with insulated glazing and some ceramic frit glass areas. The building was designed to an N-1 rating, which is the highest standard of acoustic isolation. The 300millimetre thick bowl-shaped concrete walls of the concert hall are separated from the remainder of the building by expansion joints and the facility rests on rubber isolation pads, which eliminate traffic and street-level noise. Management team: Canadian Opera House, Stantec Consulting Ltd., Diamond and Schmitt Architects Incorporated, PCL Constructors Canada Inc., Halcrow-Yolles, Crossey Engineering, Mulvey & Banani Consulting Engineers, Fisher Dachs Associates, Sound Space Design/Aercoustics Engineering Limited, R.V. Anderson Associates Limited, BA Group Ltd., Bell Canada, City of Toronto, Consumers Gas, Helyar Limited, Isherwood Associates, Leber Rubes, National Ballet, Toronto Hydro, Toronto Transit Commission, Toronto Region Conservation Authority, Van Velzen & Radchenko, Vermeulens Cost Consultants, Wilson, Ihrig & Associates Inc. Subcontractors: Adelt Mechanical Works Ltd., Alumna Systems Canada Inc., Architectural Wall Works, Architectural School Products Ltd., Art Magic Carpentry (2002) Ltd., ASPMaxcess, Astley Gilbert, A. Buchanan Floor Coverings Limited, B.T. Services, Baron Metal Industries Inc., Barwood Flooring, BlenkhornSayers Structural Steel Corp., Blue Giant Equipment Corp., Bothwell-Accurate Co. Ltd., Bramalea Fence Ltd., Burrell & Associates Inc., Canada Building Materials Co., Cesaroni Contracting Inc., Cherry Glass Ltd., Commercial Door & Hardware Inc., Crown Building Services, Cveti Products Inc., Donalco Limited, Du toit Allsopp Hillier, Ducharme Seating, Dynamic Closures (Ontario) Limited, Echo Advertising + Marketing, Electrical Safety Authority, Enwave Energy Group, Ancam Technologies Ltd., F & M Caulking Limited, The Fence People Limited, Ferguson Neudorf Glass Inc., FJ Construction Limited, Findlay-Jones Insulation Limited, Flynn Canada Ltd., Fujitec Canada Inc., Josef Gartner USA Inc., Harris Rebar, Hilton Toronto, Hollingworth Construction Co., Innocon Inc., Interior Coordinators (2000) Limited, JSL Contract Hardware, Joel Theatrical Rigging, Kalloon Photography, Limen Masonry Limited, Lining Arts, MacLean Media Systems Inc., Masonite International Corp., M.W. McGill, Moderco Inc., Modern Railings & Metalcraft Limited, Mohawk Flush Doors, Inc., Multiseal Inc., Network, New Look Marble Restorations Inc., Nudorco Limited, Nystrom Building Products, Paul & Douglas Automatic Sprinklers Ltd., Peto MacCallum Ltd., Plan Group, Priestly Demolition, Pro-Bel Enterprises Ltd., Rainbow Waterproofing Ltd., Rumble Foundations (Ontario) Ltd., Sani Metals Ltd., Sayers & Associates Limited, Scougal Rubber Corporation, Securely Yours, Shadow International Inc., Solarfective Products Ltd., Stonhard Division, Structform International Limited, Supermetal Structures, Terraprobe Limited, Terrazzo, Mosaic & Tile Company Limited, Thames Valley Building Products Ltd., Three Bell Painters Limited, Toronto Crane, Torsteel Co. Limited, Tri-Krete Ltd., Trinity Contracting and Landscaping Ltd., Vibro-Acoustics, Walters Forensic Engineering Inc., Wentworth Associates Limited, Yale-Corbin Canada Ltd., York Excavating & Grading Company Limited. Page 10 TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com th 25 TCA Annual Ski Day at The Georgian Peaks Club Approximately 180 persons registered to attend TCA’s 25th annual ski day, which was held on Friday, February 23, 2007 at The Georgian Peaks Club in Collingwood. The weather was perfect for skiing – those who attended had a full day on the slopes, while snowboard and ski lessons were available to our less experienced athletes. A buffet lunch of grilled chicken, roast beef, salad and pastries was provided. All skiers received a technical shirt, compliments of TCA. Candid 1000021 Matt Stainton sharing a chuckle with TCA staff Coffee anyone? Activities this year included a closest to the pin contest, a match and win race and a mini massage. The après ski and prize presentation finished off the event with finger foods such as wings, sausage rolls, veggies and dip and assorted pastries. Afterwards, prizes were awarded to contest winners and lucky ticket holders. Ahh…a little massage for the weary bones prizes...prizes...prizes! TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com Page 11 Where’s my sunglasses? Gerry McCann and Denny Bryant tied for closest to the pin winners Bottoms up! There was a tie for first place on the closest to the pin contest – Gerry McCann and Denny Bryant were within 12” of the pin. The winner of the match and win race was Mike Tamblyn – his first run time was 22.21 seconds and his second run time was 22.19 seconds. His prize was a pair of skis. Mike Tamblyn, winner of the match and win slalom race Thanks are extended to TCA’s Entertainment Committee members, under the Chairmanship of David McFarlane and Richard Maxwell, TCA Past Chairman of the Board, who looked after prizes for the table. Thanks are also extended to the staff at The Peaks, who are always pleasant and accommodating. TCA also acknowledges those companies that provided gifts for the prize table and to those companies that contributed, but whose names are not listed. ACL Steel Ltd. Ambler & Co. Inc. Anchor Shoring & Caissons Ltd. Aviva Surety Barry-Bryan Associates (1991) Limited Curmann Contracting Ltd. Durabond Products Ltd. EllisDon Corporation Guarantee Company of North America intra architect inc. Raven Construction Roxul Inc. Scafom Canada Sika Canada Inc. Tonbridge Environmental Ltd. Tower Steel Travelers Guarantee Co. of Canada Page 12 www.tcanetworks.com TCA Welcomes New Members 1395950 Ontario Ltd. O/A Kinkora Construction Mr. Domenic Corona 950 Silverthorn Mill Ave. Mississauga, ON L5W 1B3 Tel: 905-696-0557 Fax: 905-696-0772 Drywall Contractor, Metal Stud Framing Advanced Glazings Ltd. Mr. Jeff Langer P.O. Box 1460, Stn. A, 870 King’s Rd. Sydney, NS B1P 6R7 Tel: 902-794-2899 Fax: 902-794-1869 Daylighting B N B Interiors Inc. Mr. Petar Barisic 2455 Lucknow Dr. Mississauga, ON L5S 1H9 Tel: 905-677-4100 Fax: 905-677-4102 Millwork and Store Fixtures Blaze Contracting Inc. Mr. Ahmed Joosup 277 Lakeshore Rd. E., Ste. 207 Oakville, ON L6J 1H9 Tel: 905-815-8589 Fax: 905-815-8427 Concrete Forming Section 03100 Bluebeam Software Inc. Ms. Karen Painter 396 W. Washington Blvd., Ste. 600 Pasadena, CA 91103 Tel: 866-496-2140 Fax: 626-398-9210 2006 TIPTA Award Winner. PDF editor for the construction industry. Bullfrog Power Inc. Mr. Joe Coombe 111 Richmond St. W., Ste. 1014 Toronto, ON M5H 2G4 Tel: 416-360-3464 ext 204 Fax: 416-360-8385 100% Green Electricity Retailer CDMca Ltd. Mr. Jonas Salkauskis 1 Whitmore Rd., Unit 4 Woodbridge, ON L4L 8G4 Tel: 416-744-0191 Fax: 416-744-6189 Noise & Vibration Insulation Systems Centrecon Inc. Mr. Gianluca Pascale 412 Eglinton Ave. E., Ste. 207 Toronto, ON M4P 1M1 Tel: 416-487-7441 Fax: 416-487-9690 General & Interior Contractors, Construction & Project Management Classic Fountain Systems Mr. Reinaldo D’Andrade 638 Petrolia Rd. Toronto, ON M3J 2W3 Tel: 416-663-8989 Fax: 416-663-8980 Water Feature Design, Supply & Service Clipsham Limited Mr. Robert Clipsham 16 Mountainview Rd. S., Ste. 101 Georgetown, ON L7G 4K1 Tel: 905-877-2211 Fax: 905-877-1321 Professional Engineers and Land Surveying Services Columbus Aluminum & Roofing Ltd. Mr. Hugo Correa 6780 Davand Dr., Unit 31 Mississauga, ON L5T 2G4 Tel: 905-795-1860 Fax: 905-795-1862 Roofing & Metal Work Computer Methods International Corp. Ms. Martina Levkus 4850 Keele St. Toronto, ON M3J 3K1 Tel: 416-736-0123 Fax: 416-736-1851 Software Development Concord Floor Systems Ltd. Mr. Kevin Pope 180 Trowers Rd., Unit 19 Woodbridge, ON L4L 8A6 Tel: 905-264-6996 Fax: 905-264-6998 Concrete Coatings, Repairs, Sealing & Dustproofing D & N Demolition and Construction Services Ltd. Mr. Daniel Radetz 364 Munster Ave. Toronto, ON M8Z 3C7 Tel: 416-233-6178 Fax: 416-467-9768 Demolition Dollies & Boxes Unlimited Mr. Mark Stone 40 Continental Place Scarborough, ON M1R 2T4 Tel: 416-293-6293 Fax: 416-293-7545 Sales of Moving Supplies Domson Engineering & Inspection Ltd. Mr. Dennis Dominichini 101 West Dr., Unit D Brampton, ON L6T 2J6 Tel: 905-789-1326 Fax: 905-789-1328 Engineering & Inspection Services Drawing Room Architect Inc. Mr. William Mockler 287 MacPherson Ave., Ste. 301 Toronto, ON M4V 1A4 Tel: 416-964-8727 Fax: 416-975-1844 Architecture EMCO Corporation Branch 325 dream. 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Mr. Joe Paniculam 335 Nugget Ave., Unit 11 Scarborough, ON M1S 4J3 Tel: 416-297-8977 Fax: 416-297-8947 Manufacturer and Distributor of Hollow Metal Frames, Doors and Screens Griffith In - Store Inc. Mr. Edmund Miller 375 Britannia Rd. E., Unit 1 Mississauga, ON L4Z 3E2 Tel: 905-568-1665 Fax: 905-568-8322 Retail Displays; Store Fixtures & Millwork Groff Layout & Construction Mr. Mike Groff 5020 19th Ave. Markham, ON L6C 1M4 Tel: 905-927-1434 Fax: 905-927-2172 Concrete Forming Haldan Construction Corporation Mr. Dan Hall 100 King St. W., Ste. 5700 Toronto, ON M5X 1C7 Tel: 416-915-3135 Fax: 866-314-4370 General Contractors (ICI) J. Nolan Renovation & Construction Mr. John Paul Nolan 593 Vaughan Rd. Toronto, ON M6C 2R4 Tel: 416-654-6060 Fax: 416-654-7420 Renovation & New Construction; Offices, & Retail J.D. Smith Insurance Brokers Mr. Mark Smith 105 West Beaver Creek Rd. Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1C6 Tel: 905-764-7868 Fax: 905-764-9618 Commercial and Contractors Insurance Including Bonds, Fleets & Property TC News April 2007 K.I.D Trailer & Equipment Mr. Mike Dwhytie 1090-A South Service Rd. E. Oakville, ON L6J 2X8 Tel: 905-842-2942 Fax: 905-338-5600 Trailer Sales & Service; Mitsubishi Fuso Medium Duty Trucks Dealer Kotyck Bros. Limited Mr. Michael Kotyck 1076 Rangeview Rd. Mississauga, ON L5E 1H3 Tel: 905-271-3400 Fax: 905-271-7503 Wholesale Hydronic Heating Parts & Equipment Maccaferri Canada Ltd. Mr. Santino Tersigni 400 Collier MacMillan Dr., Unit B Cambridge, ON N1R 7H7 Tel: 519-623-9990 Fax: 519-623-1309 Erosion Control & Slope Stabilization Manufacturer and Supplier Metro Drywall Contracting Ltd. Mr. Drago Jelic 3190 Ridgeway Dr., Unit 15 Mississauga, ON L5L 5S8 Tel: 905-569-7135 Fax: 905-569-7677 Drywall Contractors Metro Stone Supply Ltd. Ms. Adele Buono P.O. Box 1039 Nobleton, ON L0G 1N0 Tel: 905-859-5701 Fax: 905-859-7081 Aggregate Production, Delivery, Slinger & Telebelt Material, Concrete Placing PGS Forming Inc. Mr. Sandro Silvestri 11075 Weston Rd. Woodbridge, ON L4L 1A6 Tel: 905-303-2412 Fax: 905-303-2413 Concrete Formwork SCS Consulting Group Ltd. Mr. Blair Seeley 30 Centurian Dr., Ste. 100 Markham, ON L3R 8B8 Tel: 905-475-1900 Fax: 905-475-8335 Consulting Engineers Land Development Solmar Developments Corp. Mr. Julian Battiston 122 Romina Dr. Concord, ON L4K 4Z7 Tel: 905-660-9222 Fax: 905-660-0578 Residential, Industrial and Commercial Development Spectrum Seniors Housing Development LP Mr. Robert Derech 100 Milverton Dr., Ste. 700 Mississauga, ON L5R 4H1 Tel: 905-501-4700 Fax: 905-501-5596 Retirement Home Developer, Builder & Operator Stadia Industries Ltd. Mr. Michael Byrne 20 Bessemer Crt. 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Mr. Peter Houzon 2900 Argentia Rd., Unit 24 Mississauga, ON L5N 7X9 Tel: 905-542-8900 Fax: 905-542-8920 Pump Manufacturer and Distributor Royal Mouldings Ltd. Ms. Oksana Kats 72 Steeles Ave. W., Unit 207A Thornhill, ON L4J 1A1 Tel: 416-884-3222 Fax: 416-226-1819 Decorating Contractor; Baseboards, Door Headers, Mouldings & Wainscotting Wood Works!, A Project of the Candian Wood Council Mr. Max Torossi 136 Eringate Dr. Stoney Creek, ON L8J 3Y8 Tel: 905-741-5727 Fax: 705-495-6279 Structural Wood Applications TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com Page 13 CANADATA REPORT TIPTA Award Every year the Toronto Construction Association awards The Temple W. Harris Innovative Product and Technology Award (TIPTA) to a Construct Canada Show exhibitor to raise the profile of exhibitors who have created innovative new technologies for the building construction marketplace. The TIPTA Award recognizes excellence in innovation through product development, technology or its application. This year, the Toronto Construction Association named Bluebeam Software Inc.as the 2006 TIPTA Award winner for its Tablet PC functionality included in Bluebeam PDF Revu. Bluebeam PDF Revu™ is the first and only PDF creation, viewing, markup and editing software specifically designed to fit the needs of Tablet PC users in the construction industry. Designed to function smoothly and seamlessly on a Tablet PC, Bluebeam PDF Revu™ includes customizable, industry standard markup options making it easy for users to quickly redline, calculate measurements electronically and edit design documents while on the road and at the job site. Intuitive features allow project managers, site managers, and contractors to quickly and efficiently communicate design and building information, collaborate with project partners, architects and engineers and reduce paper usage. Richard Lee, President and CEO of Bluebeam Software Inc., expressed his gratitude in accepting the TIPTA Award at the 2006 Christmas Luncheon, held at the conclusion of the Construct Canada Show. “Bluebeam Software is honored to Richard Lee accepting the be recognized by the Toronto Construction 2006 TIPTA Award on behalf of Association, Reed Construction Data, and Bluebeam Software Inc. Construct Canada. Providing mobile access to construction documents and information in a universal file format benefits everyone in the building process. It is more efficient, costeffective and green. Project team members can now collaborate and communicate quickly and efficiently, electronically, extending sustainability to process and workflow. Bluebeam is proud to help in this effort to enable construction professionals in the field with greater mobility and accessibility.” “TOP FIVE” FOR JANUARY–FEBRUARY 2007 These are five of the largest projects recently started in the Toronto area, according to CanaData. Region Type of Construction Toronto Commercial Description Bay Adelaide Centre, west Tower, NE corner of Bay and Sq. Ft. 000s $s 000,000s 1,280 $180 320 $30 Adelaide Streets (50 storeys), Brookfield Properties Corp. Oshawa Industrial General Motors Assembly Plant, addition of body shop and new flexible manufacturing line, General Motors Brampton Commercial Cassie Campbell Recreation Complex, Chinguacousy Road and Sandalwood Parkway, City of Brampton 150 $25 Oshawa Commercial Oshawa South Commercial Development, Building A, 215 $20 * $18 1,965 $273 Fox Street, Petroff Partnership (owner's representative) Bradford Engineering Rail Track Upgrades and Crossing Improvements, Bradford to Barrie, Mile 41 to Mile 62, GO Transit Totals: *A square footage measure does not apply for alteration and engineering work. FEBRUARY AUGUST 2005 2007YEAR-TO-DATE YEAR-TO-DATEFIGURES FIGURESON ON CONSTRUCTION STARTS — CMA TORONTO* Type of Construction Jan.-Feb. 2007 Jan.-Feb. 2006 % Change Residential: $ Millions Millions of Sq. Ft. $418.6 4.668 $586.2 6.637 -29% -30% Commercial: $ Millions Millions of Sq. Ft. $231.3 1.677 $69.8 0.087 231% 1828% Institutional: $ Millions Millions of Sq. Ft. $22.9 0.094 $123.7 0.366 -81% -74% Industrial: $ Millions Millions of Sq. Ft. $0.0 0.000 $1.1 0.013 -100% -100% $13.4 $94.8 -86% $686.2 6.439 $875.6 7.103 -22% -9% Engineering: $ Millions (no sq. ft. for engineering) Totals: $ Millions Millions of Sq. Ft. *Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) Toronto includes Ajax/Pickering in the east, Bradford/Lake Simcoe to the north and Caledon/Milton/ Oakville in the west. Square footage is relatively constant-valued versus current dollar figures. TORONTO CONSTRUCTION STARTS – MOVING 12-MONTH TOTALS ICI Work Engineering 6 $1.5 $1.0 F D 07-J N S O J A J A M F M D 06-J N S O J A J A M F M $0.5 05-J For additional information on Bluebeam PDF Revu, please contact: Bluebeam Software, Inc. (866) 496-2140, [email protected] Current $ Billions $2.0 Year and Month ICI = Industrial + Commercial + Institutional. TCA is inviting applicants for the 14th TIPTA competition. Since 1994, the TIPTA award has been awarded for creativity and innovation in the construction world. TIPTA has recognized and encouraged excellence for innovative thinking in creating and introducing new and advanced technologies into the construction marketplace. Eligibility Requirements: • The applicant must be a Construct Canada/Concrete Canada/Homebuilder & Renovator Expo exhibitor for 2007. • The technology must not have been the subject of a previous TIPTA application. • The applicant must have clear ownership of the technology, and be able to demonstrate this if required. • The research and development of the technology must have started within the three years preceding the current Construct Canada exhibition. Data source and charts: Reed Construction Data – CanaData. ©2007 CanaData®. CanaData is a statistics-gathering and forecasting agency for the construction industry and is a product line of Reed Construction Data. Tel: 1-800-465-6475 • Fax: 1-800-396-9413. PAL Political inaction can hurt your business! TCA’s Political Action Lobby would like to make a difference so that construction’s voice can be heard. As a PAL team member you are paired up with a local politician and/or council to work towards effective government lobbying. TIPTA Award Visit the TIPTA website at: http://www.tcanetworks.com/awards/tipta.cfm or email David Froese at [email protected] regarding application. Call Roger Willoughby at 905-821-7286 for general enquiries. As a PAL team member you are asked to monitor local issues that affect the construction industry. It’s your job to visit your local politician as a ‘PAL’ – as a TCA representative. When issues arise that the industry must address you will be provided with all the background information on the issues and a “how to” make construction’s case. All you have to do is to communicate construction’s position to your political “PAL”. 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Gas refill at Sunoco contributes to CAA membership for next year. Choice Hotels Canada – 15-20%* off regular rates. Accommodations or hotels. Great Wolf Lodge – over 40% off for family entertainment in Niagara Falls. Imagewear/Mark’s Work – 10% off regular priced program items. Valid any Canadian stores. HKMB International Insurance Brokers – TCA Benefits PlusTM* Group health insurance program for companies with 5 or more employees. Marlies – Upscale entertainment. Ricoh Coliseum Executive Suite – time-share. $1,549 for 12, tickets & sports fan buffet etc. included. Paramount Canada’s Wonderland – over 35% off for family entertainment. Park ‘N Fly – 25%* off. Airport parking. Petro-Canada – 2.4¢* off /litre of gas, minimum consumption of 300 litres/month only per company. Gasoline discount and control services. Samko/Miko Warehouse – 35-75%* off toys/giftware. (Seasonal) Telus/Fox Wireless – Preferred Customer* rate. PCS / Mike BlackBerry (combined cell phone/pager/ 2-way radio) / Web Services. Thrifty Car Rental – Guaranteed lowest* rate. Auto/Truck/ Van rental. Willis Canada – e.g. save an additional 10%* on your home and 5%* for combined insuring. Home & auto insurance. Please visit our website www.tcanetworks.com and check under “Benefits & Services,” under “Financial Savings,” under “Discounts” to view our full list of programs; as well to obtain our corporate numbers for your savings. CONNECT Construction Network for Education & Career Training ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ ✔ Need to fill a staff position quickly? Looking to hire experienced professionals? Do you have apprenticeship placements open? Interested in hiring recent graduates? Looking to cut advertising costs? www.tcaconnect.com is the place for all of your staffing needs! Place a free advertisement and look through current resumes relevant to the construction industry. Lawyers Referral List Members supporting Members TCA provides our members with a list of lawyers who are also TCA members. The list includes: contact person, company name, address, phone and fax number. Please contact Evelyn Kilcullen at 416-499-4000 ext.18 for a copy. This list is also available on our website at www.tcanetworks.com under the “Benefits & Services” tab, choose: a) Information/Publications, Lawyers Referral or b) Marketing, Construction Book, Electronic Buyers Guide, L, Lawyers. You can also cross reference “The 2006-7 Construction Book” under the classified listings of “lawyers” for a little more information on areas of expertise. WHAT GOES UP … … AND WHAT COMES DOWN. Ph: 1-800-465-6475 www.dailycommercialnews.com Daily Commercial News brings you the largest selection of public and private tenders & construction reports published anywhere in Canada. All the construction information you need, every working day. TC News April 2007 www.tcanetworks.com MEMBERSHIP SERVICES TCA Upcoming Events Take advantage of the member services offered by TCA. These are just a few of the Benefits of TCA Membership Marketing Opportunities Classified Listing in Buyers Guide Web classified listing and linkage www.tcanetworks.com “TC News” Publication Advertising “Construct Canada” Trade Show Direct Mailing in “TC News” Corporate Sponsorship Product Display Wall of Fame Speakers Bureau Professional Development Opportunities The “Construction Institute” - educational courses - topical seminars - leadership development Education Web site – www.tcaconnect.com - job profiles & postings Achievement Awards - Best of the Best, TIPTA Job (Project) Opportunities Plans Rooms and Projects List Electronic Plans Room Networking Opportunities Young Construction Executives Club – free seminars, inexpensive events Social Events Committee Participation PAL – Political Action Lobby Financial Savings ADR – Alternative Dispute Resolution Document & Publication Purchases TCA Group Medical Insurance TCA Discount Programs Meeting Room Facilities Affidavit Service Advice & Assistance CAMP-Const. Advisory Mentorship COCA & CCA memberships Lawyer Referral Service IRAP Program For more information or for a tour of our facilities, please call Polyanna Fok at 416-499-4000 ext.13 or Kristina at 905-567-1077 (our Mississauga office) Toronto Construction Association cordially invites all members to attend a gala event – An Evening in Camelot Saturday, February 2, 2008 The Old Mill Inn, Toronto Cost: $300 per ticket/$3,000 per table of 10 Limited seating – order early to avoid disappointment Formal invitations will be issued in September 2007 Come and be part of your Association’s celebration Sponsorship Opportunities Platinum Sponsor - $ 6,000. ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement in TCA’s newsletter ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement on Table Card ❖ One Complimentary Table ❖ Special Presentation of a Plaque ❖ Featured Marketing ❖ Special Presentation by the Chairman of the Board Gold Sponsor - $ 2,500. ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement in TCA’s newsletter ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement on Table Card ❖ Two complimentary tickets ❖ Special Presentation of a Plaque ❖ Featured Marketing Silver Sponsor - $ 1,200. ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement in TCA’s newsletter ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement on Table Card ❖ Featured Marketing ❖ Special Presentation of a Plaque Bronze Sponsor - $ 700. ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement in TCA’s newsletter ❖ Sponsor acknowledgement on Table Card ❖ Featured Marketing ❖ Special Presentation of a Plaque To order your tickets, or for further information, please contact Ms. Mary Thorburn at TCA Telephone – 416-499-4000, Ext. 14 Fax – 416-499-8752 Page 15 DATE EVENT Wednesday, May 17, 2007 Thursday, May 24, 2007 Member’s Day – TCA Building Golf Classic – The Club at Bond Head and Copper Creek Golf Club Tickets go on sale April 2, 2007 TCA Membership Campaign Construct Canada 2007 – MTCC Christmas Lunch – MTCC Tickets go on sale October 1, 2007 October 15–19, 2007 Wed. Nov. 28–Friday, Nov. 30, 2007 Friday, November 30, 2007 Saturday, February 2, 2008 An Evening in Camelot Gala: The Old Mill Inn For further information, please contact: Mary Thorburn/Barbara Bryon - TCA Telephone: (416) 499-4000, Ext. 14/57 E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] Web site: www.tcanetworks.com Young Construction Executives’ Club (YCEC) May 2007 September 2007 October 2007 November 2007 Poker Tournament YCEC/TCA Board of Directors Golf Annual Tree Planting Pub Night For further information, please contact: Stephanie Mills - TCA Telephone: 416-499-4000, Ext. 23 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.tcanetworks.com The Construction Institute The Construction Institute was established by TCA as the industry’s premier education and training centre for construction executives. The Institute provides a range of seminars, courses and programs. DATE EVENT Thursday, April 5, 2007 Seminar: Construction Liens and Trusts Tuesday, April 10, 2007 Course: Blueprint Reading and Estimating Level II (10 weeks, Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm.) Wednesday, April 11, 2007 Course: Fundamentals of Construction (10 weeks, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm) Saturday, April 14, 2007 Course: “Small Business” Construction Essentials (7 weeks, Saturdays, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm) Thursday, April 26, 2007 Course: Building Code (10 weeks, Thursdays, 7 pm – 9 pm) April 30, May 7, May 14, 2007 Workshop: The Pitfalls of Bidding and Tendering (Mondays, 8:30 am – 12:00 Noon) June 2007 Workshop: Ethics June 21, 22, 23, 2007 (Thursday-Friday-Saturday) Program: Leadership Development Program, Level 2 The Kingbridge Centre, King City September 2007 Program: Management of Construction, Level I Monday, Sepember 17, 2007 Course: Risk Management (10 weeks, Mondays, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm) Tuesday, September 18, 2007 Course: Blueprint Reading and Estimating, Level I (10 weeks, Tuesdays, 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm.) Wednesday, September 26, 2007 Course: Construction Law (10 weeks, Wednesdays, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm) Thursday, September 27, 2007 Course: Planning and Scheduling (10 weeks, Thursdays, 6:30 pm – 9:30pm) Wed-Friday October 24-26 and Wed-Friday, February 27-29, 2008 Program: Leadership Development Program, Level I November 2007 Seminar: Construction Liens For further information, please contact: Roxanne Drisdelle – TCA Telephone: (416) 499-4000, Ext. 15 E-mail: [email protected] Web site: www.theconstructioninstitute.com Page 16 www.tcanetworks.com TC News April 2007 The Construction Institute “The latest developments in Construction Liens and Trusts” Construction liens and trusts are tools for getting paid. Come and learn how to use them effectively, based on the latest developments in the law. This informative seminar will cover: When a construction lien works and when it doesn’t; How to gain the advantage with “notices of lien”; How to handle project funds to avoid personal liability; The timing traps: what to watch out for; and The powerful trust remedy. Presented by an experienced construction lawyer, this program offers essential information that will benefit you and your business. Date: Thursday, April 5, 2007 Registration: 8:30 a.m. Seminar: 9:00 am – 12:00 Noon Location: TCA - 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Presenter: Mr. Glenn Ackerley, WeirFoulds LLP Seminar Fee: $132.50 ($125.00 plus GST $7.50) Blueprint Reading and Estimating Course - Level II The Blueprint Reading and Estimating Course - Level II, is designed for contractors, office personnel and suppliers working in the construction industry who have work related experience in estimating and/or who have taken the Level I Course. This course conforms to CCA Gold Seal standards. There is a written exam at the end of the course and passing students will receive a certificate, suitable for framing. All course material is supplied. Date: April 10, 2007 – June 12, 2007 Tuesdays, 7–9 pm Cost: $450.75 ($425 + $25.50 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $424.00 ($400 + $24.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $556.50 ($525 + $31.50 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $530.00 ($500 + $30.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Instructors: Mr. Ilmar Wallner, Architect Mr. Clint Kissoon, B.Sc., PQS, FENAK Estimating Services Ltd. “Small Business” Construction Essentials This program provides a wealth of information for small construction business owners. The program is being delivered on Saturdays to allow you to continue growing your business while learning the essentials within the industry. Topics include: Human Resources, Safety, Communications, Technical Information, Finance and Risk Management. This program is part of the Construction Institute’s Accreditation process. Upon completion attendees will receive a certificate based on attendance and participation. Date: April 14, 2007 – June 2, 2007 Sat. 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (excluding May 19) Cost: $454.75 ($425 + $29.75 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $428.00 ($400 + $28.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $561.75 ($525 + $36.75 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $535.00 ($500 + $35.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Course Director: Ms. Suzanne Kavanagh, George Brown College Understanding the Pitfalls and Practices of Tendering in the Construction Marketplace Registration Form The purpose of the course is to educate all members of the construction community involved in some way, shape or form in the process of Tendering, influencing Owners, Consultants, General Contractors, Trade Contractors, Suppliers and Manufacturers. An overview of the entire Tender process will be examined with an emphasis on demonstrating how proper procedures can avoid costly situations for all parties. Topics will include; Complete Cycle of a Project, Prequalification Process, Tender Documents, Tender Period, Basics of Preparing a Bid, Tender Form, Tender Closing Day, Bid Closing Time, Cost of a Tender, Tender Bonds, Tender Legalities, Post-Tender Activities, Contract Award, Construction Phase. Date: Monday, April 30, May 7 and 14, 2007, 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Cost: $291.50 ($275 + $16.50 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $265.00 ($250 + $15.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $397.50 ($375 + $22.50 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $371.00 ($350 + $21.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres., Richmond Hill, Ontario Instructors: Mr. Ivan Poloni, Course Director, Vanbots Construction Corp. Mr. Brad Chin, Vanbots Construction Corp. Fundamentals of Construction Building Code – An Introduction This program provides an overview of the construction industry for those who are entry-level or those seeking employment from other industries. This program is part of the Construction Institute’s Accreditation process. Topics include: History of Construction Past, Present and Future, Codes and Regulations, Business Ethics, Blueprint Reading and Estimating, Construction Law and Safety, Construction Delivery Systems, Contracts and Bidding Procedures, Planning and Scheduling, Field Operations, Site Tour, Products and Services, Building Science. Upon completion attendees will receive a certificate based on attendance and participation. Date: April 11, 2007 – June 13, 2007 Wed, 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. Cost: $454.75 ($425 + $29.75 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $428.00 ($400 + $28.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $561.75 ($525 + $36.75 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $535.00 ($500 + $35.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Course Director: Ms. Suzanne Kavanagh, George Brown College This course provides an introduction to the 2006 Ontario Building Code and how it was developed. It is designed to familiarize contractors, office personnel and suppliers working in the construction industry with the code book and teach them how to reference provisions for easy reference. Date: Thursday, April 26, 2007 – June 28, 2007 Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m Cost: $450.50 ($425 + $25.50 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $424.00 ($400 + $24.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $556.50 ($525 + $31.50 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $530.00 ($500 + $30.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Instructor: Mr. Clint Kissoon, George Brown College Blueprint Reading and Estimating Course - Level I “I am walking away with more than I anticipated” Robin Priestly, Priestly Demolition “Immensely Satisfying” Alex Burgess, Aecon “Amazing things you can do in 2 ½ days. I feel good about this program” Dorin Nita, Kenaidan Contracting June 21, 22 and 23rd, 2007 Date: Location: The Kingsbridge Centre, 12750 Jane St. King City, Ontario This program explores leadership and how construction industry professionals exercise it – and in the process become leaders. This program is a three-day intensive residential program and will expose you to topics such as: Performance Management, Supervising Employees, Coaching and Mentoring, Communications and Managing Expectations. Space is limited to 25 participants. Instruction Methods: Classroom Instruction; Break Out Group Discussions; Low Ropes Course Work; Experiential Exercises; Peer and Group Assessments; Lectures Program Skills Development: What values should guide my actions as a leader?; How do I best set an example for others?; How do I improve my ability to inspire others towards a common purpose?; How do I create an environment that promotes innovation and risk?; How do I build a cohesive and spirited team?; How do I share power and information and still maintain accountability?; What is the source of self-confidence required to lead others?; How do I go about improving my leadership abilities? Cost: $1,696.00 ($1,600 + 96.00 GST) TCA Member – first co. applicant $2,756.00 ($2,600 + 156.00 GST) Non Member – first co. applic. Two or more individuals from a member company will receive a discount of $100 per registration The Blueprint Reading and Estimating Course - Level I, is designed for contractors, office personnel and suppliers working in the construction industry. Instruction is offered in basic estimating skills, together with an overview to the understanding of drawings, contracts and tendering procedures. This course conforms to CCA Gold Seal standards. There is a written exam at the end of the course and passing students will receive a certificate, suitable for framing. All course material is supplied. Date: September 18 – November 20, 2007 Tuesdays, 7-9 pm Cost: $450.75 ($425 + $25.50gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $424.00 ($400 + $24.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $556.50 ($525 + $31.50 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $530.00 ($500 + $30.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres. Richmond Hill, Ontario Instructors: Mr. Ilmar Wallner, Architect Mr. Clint Kissoon, Toronto City College - George Brown Construction Law Course The Construction Law Course has been updated to reflect changes in the law. The following topics will be covered: Contract Documents, Tenders, Bonds and Insurance, the Construction Project, Labour Relations, Workers’ Compensation Act, Construction Safety, Construction Liens, Environmental Law, Employment Standards and Human Rights. This course conforms to CCA Gold Seal standards. Junior and middle management personnel within your organization will benefit from this course. Attendees with 80% or better attendance will receive a certificate, suitable for framing. All course material is supplied. Date: September 26 – November 28, 2007 Wed. 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Cost: $450.50 ($425 + $25.50 gst) TCA member - first co. applicant $424.00 ($400 + $24.00 gst) TCA member - add. co. applicant $556.50 ($525 + $31.50 gst) Non member - first co. applicant $530.00 ($500 + $30.00 gst) Non member - add. co. applicant Location: Construction Centre, 70 Leek Cres., Richmond Hill, Ontario Instructors: Mr. Michael Shell, Principal Instructor, Partner, Miller Thomson LLP, Barrister and Solicitors Planning & Scheduling For Contractors The course on Planning, Scheduling for Contractors will provide you with the basic skills and knowledge required to successfully plan and schedule simple to complex projects. Tracking and control of the project also forms an integral part of the course material. This course is suitable for general contractors, site supervisors and anyone involved in the planning and scheduling of projects. Topics include: Management Aspects of Planning; Work Breakdown Structure; Critical Path Method (CPM) & Program Evaluation Review Technique (PERT); Network Diagramming; Precedence Charts; Sequencing of Tasks; Resource Allocations and Leveling; Project Tracking and Control Date: September 27, 2007 – November 29, 2007 Thur. 6:30–9:30 p.m. Cost: $450.50 ($425 + $25.50 gst) - TCA member - first co. applicant $424.00 ($499 + $24.00 gst) - TCA member - add. co. applicant $556.50 ($252 + $31.50 gst) - Non member - first co. applicant $530.00 ($500 + $30.00 gst) - Non member - add. co. applicant Instructor: Mr. Tom Stephenson, Toronto City College – George Brown Location: TCA - Heritage Room, 70 Leek Cres., Richmond Hill ON Seminar/Course: _ _______________________________________________________________ Please register the following person(s): __________________________________ __________________________________ (print/type name) (print/type name) Amount ______________ 6% GST (R108114240) ______________ Total ______________ Name _____________________________ Company ___________________________________ Type of Business _ _______________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________________________________ City/Province _____________________________ Postal Code _ __________________________ Telephone Number _______________________________________________________________ Fax Number ____________________________________________________________________ Email Address _ _________________________________________________________________ VISA/MasterCard/AMEX # ___________________________ Expiry Date _____________________ Cardholder Name _____________________ Signature __________________________________ Leadership Development In Construction – Level II Leading The Way Leadership Development In Construction – Level 1 The Leadership Development Program – Level I is the first ever construction industry-specific leadership program developed by construction industry practitioners exclusively for construction industry professionals. Level I is aimed at individuals who are currently in positions, which require effectively influencing others to get results. Past graduates have typically included construction professionals from the trade, manufacturing, supply & service and allied professionals sectors. Mandatory attendance in both sessions plus action learning assignments is needed in order to graduate. Class size is limited on a first come/first served basis. Instruction Methods: Case Studies; Industry Speakers; Peer and Group Assessments; Small Group Exercises; Construction Industry Panel; Lectures Program Skills Development: Understand and practice the application of the construction industry’s principles of leadership and directly apply these principles to their roles within their organizations; Develop and practice networking skills with peers and recognized construction industry leaders; Identify personal leadership strengths and areas for improvement as they relate to; Inspiring others to share a common vision; Risk Taking; Recognizing accomplishments of others; Motivating and influencing others; Role modelling – coaching and mentoring Cost: $1,272.00 ($1,200 + 72..00 GST) TCA Member – first co. app. $2,756.00 ($2,600 + 156.00 GST) Non Member – first co. app. Two or more individuals from a member company will receive a discount of $100 per registration Date: October 24th – 26, 2007 and Feb. 27 - 29, 2008 Location: George Brown College, Casa Loma Campus, Toronto, Ontario Space is filled on a first come, first served basis and can be held by faxing this form. Payment must be received prior to the commencement of the course or seminar. Please send this completed form, along with your cheque, payable to Toronto Construction Association, or VISA/MasterCard/AMEX information to: Ms. Roxanne Drisdelle, Toronto Construction Association 70 Leek Crescent, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1H1 Telephone: 416-499-4000, Ext. 15 Fax: 416-499-8752 www.tcanetworks.com www.theconstructioninstitute.com Only those cancellations received at least 48 hours (72 hours for Leadership Development in Construction - Level II) prior to the course will result in a refund. An administration charge will be withheld: $10.00 for “The Latest Developments in Construction Liens and Trusts”; $50 for Blueprint Reading and Estimating Course - Level I and Level II, Building Code - An Introduction, Fundamentals of Construction, “Small Business” Construction Essentials, Understanding the Pitfalls and Practices of Tendering in the Construction Marketplace, Construction Law Course, Planning & Scheduling for Contractors; and $200 for Leadership Development in Construction - Level I and Level II.