Education Opportunities

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Drawing Revisions and Hyperlinks

Built specifically for individuals that have a solid foundation of Revu, this course builds on that knowledge and improve your workflow efficiency by helping identify changes much easier and create easy to navigate documents with hyperlinks.

Bluebeam Revu 21 information Session

What is new with Bluebeam Revu 21?

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 2

This course that takes you and your staff on a deeper dive of how to Bluebeam Revu for Estimating at a more advanced level.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Spaces, Stamps, Signatures, and Forms

Built specifically for individuals that have a solid foundation of Revu, this course builds on that knowledge and improve your workflow efficiency by utilizing Spaces, Stamps, Digital Signatures, and PDF Forms.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Basics

This two-day instructor-led series will provide you with the knowledge and skills to create, edit, markup, and collaborate on AEC documents using Bluebeam Revu.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Sets - The Ultimate Drawing Management Tool

This two-day training course, combined with the Hyperlinks and Managing Drawing Revisions course, provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to manage as-built drawings on a construction documents using Bluebleam Revu

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 1

This two-day training course provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to scale, measure, organize take-offs and calculate on Construction documents using Bluebeam Revu

Mastering Subcontracts – Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks

Supplementaries of CCDC Contracts

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

CCDC 5A+5B: Construction Management Keys to Success

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Fundamentals of Canadian Construction Contracts & Subcontracts (i.e. CCDC 2 lump-sum & CCA 1 Subcontract)

Learn how to read and understand construction contracts and subcontracts like CCDC 2 and CCA 1, including the recent changes in the new updated versions, how and why they are being modified, and what specific modifications to be on the lookout for!

Project Delivery Methods (DBB, CM, DB, IPD, P3)

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series.

Canadian Construction Contract Essentials

Gain a basic and practical understanding of Canadian construction contract and subcontract essentials

Construction Subcontract Essentials & The New CCA Standard Stipulated Price Subcontract Form CCA 1–2021

If you are a sub-contractor this webinar should be a priority learning opportunity for 2022. This 90 minute webinar will highlight some key fundamentals about construction subcontracts as well as take a deeper dive into the recent significant changes to the CCA Standard Stipulated Price Subcontract Form in the new, CCA 1 2021 edition.

Best Practices Using CCDC 2 2020 For Construction In Canada

This session will appeal to anyone in consulting who uses CCDC 2 and supplementary conditions for their projects.

CCDC 14+15 – Managing the Uniqueness of Design Build

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Compliance with Prompt Payment to Avoid Adjudication in Ontario

This 3 hour on-line LIVE course will walk attendees through all of the logistics of compliance

Troubles Getting Paid? The Top 10 Things You Should Know to Maintain a Healthy Cash Flow

Join Accountant Anne Van Delst of GGFL LLP and lawyer Dan Leduc of Soloway Wright as they provide the financial aid and legal perspectives

Navigating Construction Contracts: Demystifying CCDC 9A & 9B

Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to navigate, complete, and confidently handle CCDC 9A and B

Fundamentals of Construction Contract Administration for Contract Administrators

While the contract serves the central role to manage outcomes, many tasks require the administrators to work together efficiently to avoid causing delays or to settle challenges that may arise throughout the project

Managing Shop Drawings, Samples and Submittals

The process for submitting shop drawings, submittals and samples is key to getting the right materials and equipment to the right place at the right time

The Importance of Project Commercial Management & Contract Administration

Get a better understanding of how claims arise and how to manage, mitigate and/or avoid them with proper Contract Administration and Execution

Construction Labour Law 101

Unlock the essential knowledge you need to excel in the dynamic realm of construction labour law

Navigating Construction Contracts: Demystifying CCDC 9A & 9B

Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to navigate, complete, and confidently handle CCDC 9A and B

Delay and Loss of Productivity Claims: What to Know and Do Before You Go Into Claim Mode

An introduction to what to look for and how to internally prepare for a delay and/loss of productivity claim

Compliance with Prompt Payment to Avoid Adjudication in Ontario

This 3 hour on-line LIVE course will walk attendees through all of the logistics of compliance

The Construction Act

This 3-hour seminar will provide an overview of the key features/changes of the following categories of rights and obligations that are now and will be under the Construction Act:

CST: Building High Performance Teams

CST: Oh Crap, I'm A Supervisor

CST: Great Communicators Make Great Supervisors

CST: Effective Meetings & Delegation in Construction

CST: Coaching Skills for Supervisors

CST: Construction Industry Ethics

This instructor-led class has changed. You now only need to take the self-paced E-learning version OR the instructor-led class.

CST: Conflict Resolution

CST: Human Resource Practices

CST: IHSA Basics of Supervising

Introduction to Understanding Systemic Racism

A Guide for Leaders and Managers

Crafting Winning Proposals: Strategies for Successful RFPs

Responding to a Request for Proposal successfully requires knowledge, understanding, and a proposed solution of the subject while convincing them that your company is the best suited to build their project

Introduction to Construction Estimating

Accurate and precise estimating is critical to the financial viability of a construction firm. This course provides an introduction to the field of construction estimating and covers all aspects of the production of an accurate estimate.

Estimating 101 - Introduction to Construction Estimating

To ensure project success, contractors must be able to provide accurate and professional estimates of costing and materials.

Change Order Pricing and Best Management Practices

Based on years of research and practical knowledge, gain the tools and information to correctly price and effectively manage change orders

Estimating 102 - Applied Quantity Surveying

This course will provide participants with a solid introduction to quantity surveying practices and procedures.

RSKM101 – An Introduction to Construction Risk Management

Gain a comprehensive approach to managing risk within the construction industry

Earned Value Management (EVM) for Construction

When it comes to cost and schedule on your construction projects, do you know where you’re at and where you’re going?

Construction Budget Estimating Processes

This course will provide the participant with a comprehensive overview of various processes and procedures used to establish budget cost estimate construction projects

The Importance of Project Commercial Management & Contract Administration

Get a better understanding of how claims arise and how to manage, mitigate and/or avoid them with proper Contract Administration and Execution

Troubles Getting Paid? The Top 10 Things You Should Know to Maintain a Healthy Cash Flow

Join Accountant Anne Van Delst of GGFL LLP and lawyer Dan Leduc of Soloway Wright as they provide the financial aid and legal perspectives

Project Manager’s Guide to Accounting Practices, Cost Controls & Financial Reports

Get A Grip On Your Business

Profitable Contracting

This six-hour course will help contractors develop strategies to reduce costs, control expenses and improve cash flow. It will help with recognizing problem projects, identify unwanted expenses, increase productivity and manage overhead expenses.

Finance and Accounting for Non-Financial Managers

Contractors will sharpen their financial skills with this three-1/2 day interactive training event. You will learn about financial vocabulary, participate in financial analyses, and improve the financial status companies.

Strategic Planning for Growth: A Practical Guide For A Profitable Construction Company

Learn the fundamentals of strategic planning for construction professionals by creating a Strategic Growth Plan and using it as the basis for a Business Plan and Financial Plan

A Financial Checkup For Your Business

Key strategies every business owner should know to help them plan for the future.

Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace

This course is intended to equip you to be successful and participate in creating a respectful and inclusive workplace.

Communication, Negotiation & Conflict Resolution

The information presented in this course will help you to improve your communication skills both written and oral, your negotiating skills and conflict resolution abilities alongside co-workers and on the job site every day.

Construction Industry Ethics

Ethical behaviour is paramount in the construction industry. By maintaining high ethical standards, and being consistent in our practices, we thrive both personally and professionally. The Construction Industry Ethics course can help your employees navigate the ethical grey areas they face every day.

Construction Law

This course is intended to provide members of the construction industry with an understanding of construction law.

Construction 101 & Beyond

Side-Skilling - Transitioning from the Tools to the Boardroom

This 48-hour curriculum of progressive learning courses has been specifically designed and assembled to side-skill individuals identified by their employers, or on their own, to expand their knowledge including hard skill and soft skill training designed in the context of Canadian construction and design sectors

Soft Skills for the Hard Hat

What got us here, won’t get us there. We can all learn to strengthen our soft skills or people skills, by using these easy yet time tested methods.

Introduction to Mentorship

Develop effective mentoring relationships with a focus on communication skills that you can apply immediately on the job with measurable results.

Power Skills for Hard Job Sites

Go behind the scenes, and discover tools and resources for improving your negotiation, and communication skills

Pass it On: Building Bridges of Expertise

Empower the Next Generation of Construction Professional

COMS 101 - Strategic Communication Planning for Contractors

You can’t market effectively without having a plan that looks at all factors

COMS 102 – Strategic Networking for Contractors

If you’ve been showing up to networking events but not getting any leads or new business, it’s time to up your networking game

Clarifications on CAN/ULC-S1001- Integrated Systems Testing of Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems

Leading in a Hybrid World

empower construction industry leaders with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively lead teams in a hybrid work environment

Get A Grip On Your Business

Low Carbon Training Program for Construction Professionals

This program is aimed at upskilling building professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors, and owners and operators, to accelerate the adoption of low-carbon practices, reduce emissions, and contribute to Canada’s Climate Action Plan and Just Transition

Navigating Construction Contracts: Demystifying CCDC 9A & 9B

Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to navigate, complete, and confidently handle CCDC 9A and B

Fundamentals of Construction Contract Administration for Contract Administrators

While the contract serves the central role to manage outcomes, many tasks require the administrators to work together efficiently to avoid causing delays or to settle challenges that may arise throughout the project

Confined Space Entry Training - Awareness Level

Awareness course that teaches employees the hazards of confined spaces and basic information on working safely with and around confined spaces.

Pipeline Construction Safety Training

Pipeline Construction Safety Training (PCST) is for anyone working in the oil and gas pipeline construction industry.

Working at Heights Fundamentals of Fall Protection

Working at Heights - Refresher

Working at Heights - Fundamentals of Fall Protection

Working at Heights - Refresher

Naloxone and Managing Opioid Overdose

Opioid overdose can happen to anyone, and with increased levels of opioid cross-contamination in many other street drugs, it is paramount that everyone get trained, get a kit and save a life.

Naloxone and Managing Opioid Overdose

Opioid overdose can happen to anyone, and with increased levels of opioid cross-contamination in many other street drugs, it is paramount that everyone get trained, get a kit and save a life.

Workplace Accident Aftermath

The nature of the accident or incident and the type of workplace will impact your obligations.

Preparing for the Next Labour Inspection

The OHSA authorizes inspectors to conduct unannounced inspections at any time. Are you prepared?

Overview of Ministry of Labour Inspections

Now that the inspector has arrived, how should you react?

Mental Health First Aid – Standard (Virtual)

Participants who take this course are well prepared to interact confidently about mental health with their family, friends, communities, and workplaces.

2-Day Standard First Aid, CPR C Basic Rescuer and Automated External Defibrillation (AED) Certification

WSIB Approved First Aid Training

Re-Certification - Standard First Aid, CPR C Basic Rescuer and Automated External Defibrillation (AED)

WSIB Approved Training

Lunch & Learn with Rideauwood

How to Simplify Those "Difficult Conversations"

Join us for a 1/2 day session to learn some tips and tricks that will not only make you a stronger leader and manager, but more importantly it will help you sleep better at night !

Navigating the New HR

Discuss, Recruitment, Retention and Performance Management

LFR: Leading For Results

Are you struggling with your current workforce or perhaps seeking a different way to connect with your team?

Introduction to Mentorship

Develop effective mentoring relationships with a focus on communication skills that you can apply immediately on the job with measurable results.

Introduction to Understanding Systemic Racism

A Guide for Leaders and Managers

CST: Human Resource Practices

"Thinking Differently": Overview of the Managing Construction Series

Free webinar info session on the Managing Construction Series

CCDC 14+15 – Managing the Uniqueness of Design Build

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Managing CCDC Contracts for Project Success

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Proposal Pursuit - RFQ & RFP Strategies for Success

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series.

Project Delivery Methods (DBB, CM, DB, IPD, P3)

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series.

Supplementaries of CCDC Contracts

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

CCDC 5A+5B: Construction Management Keys to Success

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Basic)

2 Parts - All course dates run from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Advanced)

1 Full day broken into 2 instructor led sessions from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Microsoft Project for Construction - Full Course

Microsoft Project for Construction (Advanced)

MS Teams Mastery

In this workshop, we will introduce you to MS Teams highly collaborative work environment and discover how to leverage these collaboration tools to maximize your team's productivity.

Be More Productive with MS Outlook®

Is your Inbox out of control? Have important tasks been falling through the cracks? Do you find yourself spending too much time looking for things?

Fundamentals of Construction Contract Administration for Contract Administrators

While the contract serves the central role to manage outcomes, many tasks require the administrators to work together efficiently to avoid causing delays or to settle challenges that may arise throughout the project

Leading in a Hybrid World

empower construction industry leaders with the essential knowledge and skills required to effectively lead teams in a hybrid work environment

Pass it On: Building Bridges of Expertise

Empower the Next Generation of Construction Professional

Earned Value Management (EVM) for Construction

When it comes to cost and schedule on your construction projects, do you know where you’re at and where you’re going?

Preparing for the Next Labour Inspection

The OHSA authorizes inspectors to conduct unannounced inspections at any time. Are you prepared?

Overview of Ministry of Labour Inspections

Now that the inspector has arrived, how should you react?

Effective Tools, Techniques, & Models for Project Management

Consider this course a carefully curated cheat sheet to help you conquer the multifaceted world of construction management

Project Management: Planning, Scheduling & Control

This course will boost both the “soft” skills and the technical skills you need to successfully plan and schedule construction projects, as well as manage time, cost, and productivity

Construction Leadership 101

Success is knowing your purpose in life; growing to your maximum potential; sowing the seeds that benefit others.

LFR: Leading For Results

Are you struggling with your current workforce or perhaps seeking a different way to connect with your team?

Power Skills for Hard Job Sites

Go behind the scenes, and discover tools and resources for improving your negotiation, and communication skills

Microsoft Project for Construction (Advanced)

Change Order Pricing and Best Management Practices

Based on years of research and practical knowledge, gain the tools and information to correctly price and effectively manage change orders

Choosing the Right Project Delivery Method to Maximize Your Investment in Construction

Identify the key decisions that need to be made in different circumstances to optimize project delivery

The Top Habits of High Performing Foremen

Foremen are the drivers of project success, and this course covers in-depth the top habits of the most effective foremen.

LEAN Boot Camp

This interactive six hour session will include an introduction to LEAN management principles and the Last Planner Scheduling System.

Field Scheduling 101

Who does what when in the field?

Field Productivity 101

Lead towards efficiency and start seeing improvements to your bottom line

Workplace Accident Aftermath

The nature of the accident or incident and the type of workplace will impact your obligations.

Closeout of a Construction Project

Participants will be introduced to best practices and “tips and tricks” which will expedite and simplify the takeover of a project by its Owner from the Contractor, who managed the construction, so that the last 3% of the project is not 15% of the effort.

Side-Skilling - Transitioning from the Tools to the Boardroom

This 48-hour curriculum of progressive learning courses has been specifically designed and assembled to side-skill individuals identified by their employers, or on their own, to expand their knowledge including hard skill and soft skill training designed in the context of Canadian construction and design sectors

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Basics

This two-day instructor-led series will provide you with the knowledge and skills to create, edit, markup, and collaborate on AEC documents using Bluebeam Revu.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Sets - The Ultimate Drawing Management Tool

This two-day training course, combined with the Hyperlinks and Managing Drawing Revisions course, provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to manage as-built drawings on a construction documents using Bluebleam Revu

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 1

This two-day training course provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to scale, measure, organize take-offs and calculate on Construction documents using Bluebeam Revu

Construction Project Management - 5 Day Training

Construction Project Management

The information presented in this course will help you to understand what you can do to successfully administer projects and will provide you with the necessary tools to help manage a project.

First Level Construction Supervisor Program

This course offers the critical skills and concepts needed to supervise a work team in the residential and non-residential construction sectors.

Microsoft Project for Construction - Full Course

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Basic)

2 Parts - All course dates run from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Advanced)

1 Full day broken into 2 instructor led sessions from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Fundamentals of Construction Contract Administration for Contract Administrators

While the contract serves the central role to manage outcomes, many tasks require the administrators to work together efficiently to avoid causing delays or to settle challenges that may arise throughout the project

The Importance of Project Commercial Management & Contract Administration

Get a better understanding of how claims arise and how to manage, mitigate and/or avoid them with proper Contract Administration and Execution

Navigating Construction Contracts: Demystifying CCDC 9A & 9B

Equip yourself with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to navigate, complete, and confidently handle CCDC 9A and B

Low Carbon Training Program for Construction Professionals

This program is aimed at upskilling building professionals, including architects, engineers, contractors, and owners and operators, to accelerate the adoption of low-carbon practices, reduce emissions, and contribute to Canada’s Climate Action Plan and Just Transition

COMS 102 – Strategic Networking for Contractors

If you’ve been showing up to networking events but not getting any leads or new business, it’s time to up your networking game

COMS 101 - Strategic Communication Planning for Contractors

You can’t market effectively without having a plan that looks at all factors

Microsoft Project for Construction (Advanced)

Mental Health First Aid – Standard (Virtual)

Participants who take this course are well prepared to interact confidently about mental health with their family, friends, communities, and workplaces.

Project Management: Planning, Scheduling & Control

This course will boost both the “soft” skills and the technical skills you need to successfully plan and schedule construction projects, as well as manage time, cost, and productivity

Effective Tools, Techniques, & Models for Project Management

Consider this course a carefully curated cheat sheet to help you conquer the multifaceted world of construction management

Compliance with Prompt Payment to Avoid Adjudication in Ontario

This 3 hour on-line LIVE course will walk attendees through all of the logistics of compliance

RSKM101 – An Introduction to Construction Risk Management

Gain a comprehensive approach to managing risk within the construction industry

CCDC 14+15 – Managing the Uniqueness of Design Build

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Estimating 101 - Introduction to Construction Estimating

To ensure project success, contractors must be able to provide accurate and professional estimates of costing and materials.

Side-Skilling - Transitioning from the Tools to the Boardroom

This 48-hour curriculum of progressive learning courses has been specifically designed and assembled to side-skill individuals identified by their employers, or on their own, to expand their knowledge including hard skill and soft skill training designed in the context of Canadian construction and design sectors

Project Delivery Methods (DBB, CM, DB, IPD, P3)

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 1

This two-day training course provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to scale, measure, organize take-offs and calculate on Construction documents using Bluebeam Revu

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Sets - The Ultimate Drawing Management Tool

This two-day training course, combined with the Hyperlinks and Managing Drawing Revisions course, provides you and your staff with the knowledge and skills to manage as-built drawings on a construction documents using Bluebleam Revu

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Basics

This two-day instructor-led series will provide you with the knowledge and skills to create, edit, markup, and collaborate on AEC documents using Bluebeam Revu.

Mastering Subcontracts – Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks

Crafting Winning Proposals: Strategies for Successful RFPs

Responding to a Request for Proposal successfully requires knowledge, understanding, and a proposed solution of the subject while convincing them that your company is the best suited to build their project

Microsoft Project for Construction - Full Course

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Advanced)

1 Full day broken into 2 instructor led sessions from 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Basic)

2 Parts - All course dates run from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time

CCDC 5A+5B: Construction Management Keys to Success

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Supplementaries of CCDC Contracts

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Women in Construction: Coping Strategies

Coping strategies has been specifically designed for women in the construction industry!

Women in Construction: Managing Time & Priorities

Women in Construction: Coaching Skills

Coaching Skills has been tailor made for women in the construction industry. This interactive and engaging full day course will help any women in a leadership position, or aspiring to one, gain practical skills to coach their teams more effectively.

Women in Construction: Conflict Resolution

Women in Construction: Present with Confidence

Improve your presentation skills so you can capture your audience and deliver your message

RIDE for Cancer Research

Ride for Cancer Research September 12th

OYCL - Ottawa 67's Game Night SPONSORSHIP

Exclusive game night advertisement sponsorship opportunity!

OYCL - Ottawa 67's Game Night

Ottawa 67's hockey game night at TD Arena in the standing room barbershop area

OCA Annual Curling Bonspiel

OCA Annual Curling Bonspiel

OCA Chair's Cup Golf Tournament - MARSHES

Marshes Golf Course

OCA Chair's Cup Golf Tournament - EAGLE CREEK

Eagle Creek Golf Club

OYCL - Ottawa RedBlacks Game

OYCL Poker Tournament

Poker Tournament at "The Spot" in support of Maddy's Gala

Old OYCL Pub Night at Zibi

Come enjoy an evening of networking and ziplining!

OYCL Golf Tournament at Greensmere

OCA Chair's Cup Golf Tournament SPONSORSHIP

OCA Chair's Cup Golf Tournament Sponsorship

WIC Weekday Wine-Down

Come out for wine, chocolate, and charcuterie with your OCA Women in Construction Community

OCA Annual General Meeting

OCA Annual General Meeting

OYCL Pool Night Social

Come join us at the OYCL Committee's Dooly's Night!

OCA Chair's Cup Golf Tournament - LOCH MARCH

Loch March Golf Club

OYCL Golf Tournament SPONSORSHIP

OYCL Golf Tournament SPONSORSHIP

OCA Chair's Reception Sponsorship

OCA Chair's Reception Sponsorship 2024

OCA Chair's Reception

OCA Chair's Reception

OCA 73rd Annual Christmas Gala SPONSORSHIP

OCA 73rd Annual Christmas Gala

OYCL Scotch Tasting Sponsorship

Come out and enjoy a Scotch Tasting with your OYCL Committee

OYCL Scotch Tasting

Come out and enjoy a Scotch Tasting with your OYCL Committee

OYCL Christmas Blowout - Ottawa 67s vs. Flint Firebirds

Come out to the last OYCL event of 2022 and watch the Ottawa 67s take on the Flint Firebirds!

OCA Curling Bonspiel Sponsorship

OCA Annual General Meeting Sponsorship

OYCL Axe Throwing at LumberJaxe Axe Sponsorship

Join your OYCL Committee at their first event of 2023!

OYCL Axe Throwing at LumberJaxe Axe

Join your OYCL Committee at their first event of 2023!

2024 Look Ahead

Join us at the OCA offices for 2024 Look Ahead

2024 Look Ahead

OYCL Pub Night at Zibi

Come enjoy an evening of networking and ziplining!

OCA Spring Golf Tournament SPONSORSHIP

OCA Spring Golf Tournament SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

OYCL Poker Tournament SPONSORSHIP

Poker Tournament at "The Spot" in support of Maddy's Gala

OCA WIC Bingo Night Sponsorship

Come out for Bingo with the OCA Women in Construction Committee

"Meet the GC" Networking Event

Join us at the OCA offices for Meet the GC