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Infrastructure Ontario update from ORBA Virtual Event

Michael Lindsay, president & CEO of Infrastructure Ontario discussed Infrastructure Ontario’s role as a Crown agency in delivering Ontario’s major projects including highways, bridges, transit, and more, during the Ontario Road Builders’ Association’s Virtual Event in February.


A conversation with Ontario Minister of Transportation Hon. Caroline Mulroney

Ontario Minister of Transportation Hon. Caroline Mulroney shared a candid, unrehearsed, conversation with author, journalist and producer Steve Paikin about the crucial role Ontario’s transportation infrastructure plays in the economic success of the country throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.


2020 Health & Safety Innovation Award announced at OSSGA virtual seminar

James Dick Construction’s Brechin Quarry and Assinck Limited were presented with the Inaugural Health & Safety Innovation Award at the Ontario Stone Sand and Gravel Association’s 2021 Virtual Operations, Health & Safety Seminar.


Women In Construction: The Podcast – Addressing Barriers in the Workplace

In this episode, Jay Koblun, digital editor of Rock to Road, spoke with Karen Thompson, president of Haver & Boecker Niagara, and Kristen Randall, marketing manager of Haver & Boecker Niagara, on barriers they had to navigate when first getting into the construction industry.
 
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Barriers

Addressing and solving challenges women face in construction

More than 500 industry professionals registered for Rock to Road’s Women In Construction Virtual Event held on International Women’s Day and listened to some of the Canadian construction industry’s top voices discuss issues women still face today in their sectors. Here is a recap from the second panel titled, “Solving Challenges Women Continue to Face in Construction.” » Read more...
 
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Women In Construction sessions available On Demand

The sessions from Women In Construction Virtual Event are available here On Demand. The keynote address from Mary Van Buren, followed by two panel discussions shining a light on challenges in the industry and highlighting several successful industry leaders. Thanks for attending and thanks again to our sponsors: Deere Construction, Liebherr, Procore, BKT Tires, Graham Builds, and Skyjack. » Read more...

Ontario Municipal Reports: eastern region

Director of Infrastructure Services Ottawa Carina Duclos gave a municipal report on the city of Ottawa during the Ontario Road Builders’ Association’s (ORBA) 94th annual convention that was held virtually for the first time in February. The event was titled, “Forging the Roadway Ahead.” » Read more...

GSSI PaveScan RDM Asphalt Density Assessment Tool

GSSI, manufacturer of ground penetrating radar equipment, features its industry-leading PaveScan RDM asphalt density assessment tool. The PaveScan RDM provides accurate real-time measurements to ensure pavement life and quality. » Read more...

Hillhead postponed to 2022

The QMJ Group has made the decision to postpone Hillhead by 12 months, following a review of the Government roadmap to ease COVID-19 restrictions announced in February. » Read more...
 
Events 
 

Hillhead Digital 2021

March 30 to 31, 2021
Location: Virtual Event
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AED Summit

May 24 to 26, 2021
Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
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World of Concrete 2021

June 8 to June 10, 2021
Location: Las Vegas, Nev.
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