Upcoming Courses

Check out our schedule of courses specifically designed for the construction industry below. Don't see what you're looking for? Contact OCA's Manager of Education, Kathy Morocz at education@oca.ca or at (613) 236-0488 ext 20

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October 2025

CST: IHSA Basics of Supervising

Ottawa

$60.00 excl. Tax

28 - 29 Oct 2025

2 days, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ottawa

$60.00 excl. Tax

28 - 29 Oct 2025

2 days, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 1

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

Discount

28 - 29 Oct 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

28 - 29 Oct 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

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

Project Management: Planning, Scheduling & Control

Online

From $460.00 excl. Tax

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29 Oct 2025 - 12 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 3 hours each

Online

From $460.00 excl. Tax

29 Oct 2025 - 12 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 3 hours each

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

Women in Construction: Present with Confidence

Ottawa

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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Thu 30 Oct 2025

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Ottawa

From $300.00 excl. Tax

Thu 30 Oct 2025

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

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

November 2025

Construction 101 & Beyond

Ottawa

From $400.00 excl. Tax

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3 - 4 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 7.5 hours each

Ottawa

From $400.00 excl. Tax

3 - 4 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 7.5 hours each

Estimating 102 - Applied Quantity Surveying

Online

From $960.00 excl. Tax

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3 - 6 Nov 2025

4 sessions, 4 hours each session

Online

From $960.00 excl. Tax

3 - 6 Nov 2025

4 sessions, 4 hours each session

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

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Basics

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

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4 - 5 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

4 - 5 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

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.

Profitable Contracting

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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4 - 5 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

4 - 5 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

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.

Microsoft Project for Construction - Full Course

Online

From $920.00 excl. Tax

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4 - 13 Nov 2025

4 sessions, 3 hours each

Online

From $920.00 excl. Tax

4 - 13 Nov 2025

4 sessions, 3 hours each

CST: Human Resource Practices

Ottawa

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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Wed 5 Nov 2025

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Ottawa

From $300.00 excl. Tax

Wed 5 Nov 2025

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (7 hours)

Field Productivity 101

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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Wed 5 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

Wed 5 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

Lead towards efficiency and start seeing improvements to your bottom line

Interpreting Construction Drawings and Specifications

Ottawa

From $360.00 excl. Tax

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6 - 7 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 7.5 hours each

Ottawa

From $360.00 excl. Tax

6 - 7 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 7.5 hours each

Crafting Winning Proposals: Strategies for Successful RFPs

Online

From $450.00 excl. Tax

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10 - 12 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 3.5 hours each

Online

From $450.00 excl. Tax

10 - 12 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 3.5 hours each

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

OYCL Sens Night GENERAL REGISTRATION

Ottawa

From $85.00 excl. Tax

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Tue 11 Nov 2025

7:30 PM - 10:30 PM (3 hours)

Ottawa

From $85.00 excl. Tax

Tue 11 Nov 2025

7:30 PM - 10:30 PM (3 hours)

OYCL Sens Night SPONSORSHIP

Ottawa

Free

Tue 11 Nov 2025

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Ottawa

Free

Tue 11 Nov 2025

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

CCDC Seminar at OCA

Ottawa

$440.00 excl. Tax

Wed 12 Nov 2025

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

Ottawa

$440.00 excl. Tax

Wed 12 Nov 2025

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

Join us for an exclusive in-person CCDC Seminar

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

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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12 - 13 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

12 - 13 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

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

Microsoft Excel for Construction (Basic)

Online

From $385.00 excl. Tax

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12 - 19 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 3 hours each

Online

From $385.00 excl. Tax

12 - 19 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 3 hours each

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

Managing Shop Drawings, Samples and Submittals

Live online

From $175.00 excl. Tax

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Mon 17 Nov 2025

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (4 hours)

Live online

From $175.00 excl. Tax

Mon 17 Nov 2025

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (4 hours)

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

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

Ottawa

From $160.00 excl. Tax

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18 - 19 Nov 2025

2 days, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Ottawa

From $160.00 excl. Tax

18 - 19 Nov 2025

2 days, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

WSIB Approved First Aid Training

Earned Value Management (EVM) for Construction

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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Tue 18 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

Tue 18 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

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

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

Online

From $500.00 excl. Tax

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18 - 20 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $500.00 excl. Tax

18 - 20 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Managing CCDC Contracts for Project Success

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

Discount

19 - 21 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

19 - 21 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

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

Ottawa

From $130.00 excl. Tax

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Thu 20 Nov 2025

1 day, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (8 hours)

Ottawa

From $130.00 excl. Tax

Thu 20 Nov 2025

1 day, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (8 hours)

WSIB Approved Training

Field Scheduling 101

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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Thu 20 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

Live online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

Thu 20 Nov 2025

1 day, 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (8 hours)

Who does what when in the field?

Mastering Subcontracts – Maximizing Opportunities and Mitigating Risks

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

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24 - 25 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 3.5 hours each

Online

From $300.00 excl. Tax

24 - 25 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 3.5 hours each

Proposal Pursuit - RFQ & RFP Strategies for Success

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

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25 Nov 2025 - 2 Dec 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

25 Nov 2025 - 2 Dec 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series.

Online Bluebeam Training: Revu Estimating Level 2

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

Discount

25 - 26 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $315.00 excl. Tax

25 - 26 Nov 2025

2 sessions, 4 hours each

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

Working at Heights - Fundamentals of Fall Protection

Ottawa

From $140.00 excl. Tax

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Wed 26 Nov 2025

1 day, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (8 hours)

Ottawa

From $140.00 excl. Tax

Wed 26 Nov 2025

1 day, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (8 hours)

CCDC 14+15 – Managing the Uniqueness of Design Build

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

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26 - 28 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $649.00 excl. Tax

26 - 28 Nov 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

This course is part of the Managing Construction Series

Effective Tools, Techniques, & Mental Models for Construction Management

Online

From $320.00 excl. Tax

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26 Nov 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

2 sessions, 3 hours each

Online

From $320.00 excl. Tax

26 Nov 2025 - 3 Dec 2025

2 sessions, 3 hours each

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

Working at Heights - Refresher

Ottawa

From $110.00 excl. Tax

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Thu 27 Nov 2025

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

Ottawa

From $110.00 excl. Tax

Thu 27 Nov 2025

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM (4 hours 30 minutes)

OCA 74th Annual Christmas Gala SPONSORSHIP

Ottawa

Free

Sold out

29 - 30 Nov 2025

74th Annual Christmas Gala

Ottawa

Free

Sold out

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29 - 30 Nov 2025

74th Annual Christmas Gala

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OCA 74th Annual Christmas Gala GENERAL REGISTRATION

Ottawa

Free

29 - 30 Nov 2025

24th Annual OCA Christmas Gala

Ottawa

Free

29 - 30 Nov 2025

24th Annual OCA Christmas Gala

December 2025

Masterclass Training: Understanding the Numbers in Construction

Online

From $550.00 excl. Tax

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2 - 4 Dec 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Online

From $550.00 excl. Tax

2 - 4 Dec 2025

3 sessions, 4 hours each

Maximize Profit, Control Costs, and Drive Project Success

Closeout of a Construction Project

Online

From $350.00 excl. Tax

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2 - 3 Dec 2025

2 sessions, 3.5 hours each

Online

From $350.00 excl. Tax

2 - 3 Dec 2025

2 sessions, 3.5 hours each

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.