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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…
New Amendments to Excess Soils Regulation
The province has finalized its latest amendments to O. Reg. 406/19: On-Site and Excess Soil Regulation. Having taken feedback into consideration on proposed amendments described in ERO 019-9196, Ontario is updating the Excess Soil Regulation to change the in-effect date…
Timeline of Implementation for O.Reg 406/19 – Onsite Excess Soil Management Regulation
Ontario’s Excess Soil Management Regulation passed in December 2019 with a three phased implementation plan, which has been modified a number of times. Included is a brief overview of the different stages of implementation.
Letter to Enzo Garritano on the COR v ISO Issue
As an update and as part of our ongoing advocacy regarding COR equivalency for ISO 45001 certified companies, we wanted to share a letter the Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development sent to the IHSA. He has directed…
Construction Act 5 Year Review Final Report and Recommendations
In conjunction with the Government of Ontario’s Fall Economic Statement, the province has published its Final Report on the 2024 Construction Act Review. This review took place over the last 12-months, let by Duncan W. Glaholt. It was commissioned by…
When Can a Construction Adjudication be Reviewed for Fraud?
When can a determination obtained in a construction adjudication in Ontario be judicially reviewed on the grounds of fraud? Does “civil fraud” suffice? Rob Kennaley of Kennaley Construction Law explains that determinations under Ontario’s Construction Act can only be reviewed…
Cyber Security Awareness Month
In the spirit of October being Cyber Security Awareness Month, Birmingham Consulting has provided a fresh batch of short & sweet cyber security tips to offer as handy content for our members. Follow the link before to learn more.
AMENDMENTS TO THE OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY ACT
The Ontario government has announced significant changes to its Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), with the recent filing of O. Reg. 190/24. These changes to O. Reg. 213/91 will take effect on January 1st, 2025.
APRIL 1ST CARBON TAX INCREASE – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW.
As you have heard, the federal carbon tax is set to increase by 23% on April 1st , 2024. The carbon tax is presently set $65/tonne and will jump to $80 Its important to note that this is the first…
CHANGES TO REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS RELATED TO CRANES USED AT CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS
Amendments to various crane-related provisions of O. Reg. 213/91 (Construction Projects) under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) include… READ MORE