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5045 Orbitor Drive, Unit 12, Suite 400 & 300 Mississauga, ON L4W 4Y4
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5045 Orbitor Drive, Unit 12, Suite 400 & 300 Mississauga, ON L4W 4Y4
Explore timely updates, industry insights, and essential announcements tailored to our members and stakeholders. From regulatory changes to project developments and association events, we ensure you're informed about all facets shaping the sewer and watermain contracting industry in the Greater Toronto Area. Stay ahead with GTSWCA by checking back regularly for the latest news.
Request for Enactment 2024 Amendments to the Construction Act
We are urging the government to swiftly enact the amendments to the Construction Act that were passed and received Royal Assent in November 2024. Together with the Heavy Construction Association of Toronto (HCAT), Ontario Road Builders Association (ORBA), The Utility Contractors’…
OPSS Update for Construction Equipment Rental Rates (July 2025)
The OPSS (Ontario Provincial Standard Specification) for construction equipment rental rates, including model and specification reference, guide has been updated.
2025 GTSWCA Scholarship – Now Accepting Applications
The Greater Toronto Sewer and Watermain Contractors’ Association (GTSWCA) 2025 scholarship program is now accepting applications. The intent of this program is to help students meet the demand of rising education costs. To promote this program, we would ask that…
Province Introduces Legislation to Accelerate Housing and Infrastructure Development
The Ontario government introduced the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025. The proposed measures aim to help speed up the construction of new homes, transit and municipal infrastructure projects by cutting duplicative red tape, reforming the current…
Civil Construction Industry Welcomes Provincial Commitment to Standardize Municipal Construction Practices
Toronto, ON—The civil infrastructure construction associations welcomed the Ontario government’s announcement that consultations will be launched with municipalities and industry to harmonize road building standards as part of the recently introduced Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter…
Peel Region Updated Vendor Code of Conduct
Peel Region has updated its Vendor Code of Conduct which sets clear expectations for all Peel Region suppliers and their employees and subcontractors, effective May 1, 2025. Key updates include: • Upholding workers’ rights • Strategic alignment outcomes • Clearer…
Peel Region Requiring OHSMS certification in Phases to Bid on Project Work
Peel Region will be expanding requirements for contractors to have in place an Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) to be eligible for contract awards effective May 1, 2025 for select projects. What is an Occupational Health and Safety…
Spring Cyber Security Tips
As we spring into nicer days, Birmingham Consulting has provided a fresh batch of cyber security tips. From opting for biometric (fingerprint/face-id) or app-based authentication to ensuring all employees complete cyber-security training courses, these tips will help ensure you and…
Ontario Government Takes Step in Cutting Red-Tape for Municipal Infrastructure Projects
The Ontario government recently introduced the Protect Ontario by Unleashing our Economy Act, 2025, which includes proposed legislative changes to cut red tape and duplicative processes that hold back infrastructure projects and development. Key measures in this legislation include: Create…
GTSWCA Launches Legal Hub to Provide Tailored Legal Support for Sewer and Watermain Contractors
Toronto, ON – April 21, 2025 – The Greater Toronto Sewer and Watermain Contractors Association (GTSWCA) is proud to announce the official launch of the GTSWCA Legal Hub, an online resource designed to assist our members in navigating the complex…