MCA Ontario Newsletters
Upcoming MCAO Events
MCAO is hosting two very exciting important events in October on back to back days so that you don’t need to travel twice!
October 23 – Joint Leadership Conference
The Electrical, Mechanical, and Labour Sectors Unite! Join the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO),Mechanical Contractors Association of Ontario (MCAO) and Construction Labour Relations Association of Ontario (CLRAO) for the 2025 Joint Leadership Conference!
October 24 - MCAO’s S.M.A.R.T. Innovation Evening
Experience a dynamic speed networking format at the Hockey Hall of Fame, where participants will rotate between supplier & manufacturer to discuss progressive solutions to challenges in the mechanical contracting industry.
Click
HERE! to register for both events!
MCAO Training
Free Indigenous Awareness Training
MCAO has worked with Skill Plan to bring you free Indigenous Awareness Training. Developed by Canada’s Building Trades Unions and SkillPlan, this course will prepare you to work effectively with Indigenous populations within the construction industry. You'll build the knowledge and skills required to participate in reconciliation and contribute to supportive work environments for Indigenous tradespeople.
Benefits to you and your company:
- Free online training (funded by project until Dec 2025)
- Skills and knowledge to advance your career
- Digital certificate of completion
- Surveys to track skill gains and training effectiveness
- Custom impact reports for participating contractors
Click
HERE! to sign up as an individual or contact Lee Lagan to enroll a group:
llagan@skillplan.ca
MCAA Field Leaders Conference Travel Subsidy
The MCAA Field Leaders Conference is quickly approaching, and for the first time ever, MCAO members can attend without requiring MCAA membership! To support attendance, MCAO has launched a travel subsidy program, with some local zones also offering additional incentives.
HOTEL BOOKING DEADLINE: AUGUST 21 – All attendees must book their rooms through MCAA by this date. Availability is limited, and late bookings will not be accommodated.
MCAO members wishing to apply for our subsidy program, can contact Dylan Knight, Operations Manager, at dylan@mcao.org.
Space is limited so secure your spot and apply for your subsidy!
Project Management PMP Training – Cohort 3!
MCAO, in partnership with ECAO and CLRAO, is offering a fully funded training opportunity for MCAO member contractors: PROMEX – Project Management Skills for Construction Excellence.
Delivered in collaboration with the Schulich School of Business at York University, this program enables participants to earn a Master’s Certificate in Project Management (MCPM).
Participants will also be eligible to write the PMP® exam through the Project Management Institute (PMI)—all at no cost, thanks to the Ontario Skills Development Fund.
Program Details:
- The course runs for a total of 8 weeks:
- 6 weeks of project management training through Schulich ExecEd
- 2 weeks of AI and digital tools training through iKITES
- Live virtual sessions every Tuesday and Thursday, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- PMP® exam prep and fees covered
Upcoming cohorts October 23, 2025, and early 2026.
Get the full program overview and registration steps in the brochure HERE!
Final Culture Ally DEI Training Session
MCA Ontario is excited to continue our CultureAlly DEI Series, building on the success of our first three sessions. This ongoing series, delivered in partnership with CultureAlly, provides engaging and impactful training designed to foster inclusive workplaces.
The final in the series, Cultural Competence, will take place on October 16, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. Join us to explore how inclusive leadership can drive team performance and workplace culture.
About the Facilitators:
Each session will be led by experienced trainers from CultureAlly, using a first-voice co-facilitation approach. This ensures that individuals with lived experiences from marginalized communities are authentically represented while sharing the educational space with a co-facilitator from a different background.
There is no limit to the number of participants for these sessions, and we encourage all members to attend. Click
HERE to register!
MCAC Training
MCAA Field Leaders Conference in September
September 15-17. 2025 | Toronto, Ontario
MCAA’s Field Leaders Conference is the premier event where field personnel discover their value as professionals and essential members of the management team. This September 15–17 at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, ON, your field leaders will gain the tools and insights they need to become business- and results-oriented managers who drive company growth and enhance your brand. Through inspiring speakers, collaborative sessions, and real-world strategies, they’ll return energized and equipped to lead with confidence.
Register HERE!
MCAC Dispatcher Training
October 7-8, 2025, | Toronto, Ontario
Registration is now open for the 2025 CEC Dispatcher Training Program, taking place at the MCA Toronto Office in Vaughan, ON.
This intensive two-day training is tailored to strengthen the core skills that matter most for dispatchers - communication, customer service, and operational efficiency. Led by renowned industry expert Richard Worr, and designed specifically for Canadian contractors, the program blends hands-on learning with real-world scenarios to help participants build confidence and capability in their vital roles.
Space is limited, and attendance both days is required to receive the Gold Seal Certificate. Invest in your frontline team and secure a spot.
Register HERE!
MCAC’s 10-day Project Management Program
September 25–29 & October 23–27, 2025 | Waterloo, Ontario
Registration is now open for MCAC’s 10-day Project Management Program, developed with the University of Waterloo and tailored specifically for the mechanical contracting industry.
Whether you're transitioning from the field, just starting your project management journey, or looking to refine your existing skills, this course delivers a powerful blend of foundational tools and advanced strategies.
Led by nine seasoned instructors from the construction sector, the program covers key areas including estimating, scheduling, communication, and claims management. Through interactive workshops, case studies, and simulations, participants will gain practical, real-world skills to lead projects from bid to final payment.
Register HERE!
September is Suicide Prevention Month: Addressing Mental Health in Construction
This September, during Suicide Prevention Month, our association encourages all members to reflect on the importance of mental health and the steps we can take to support one another.
Suicide remains a serious concern in the construction industry. According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, construction workers face some of the highest suicide rates of any occupation. Men in construction are three times more likely to die by suicide than the national average. Long hours, job stress, and a culture that discourages seeking help all contribute to this crisis. Together, we can change that.
The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety offers valuable resources, including:
- Mental Health Resources for Employers – a comprehensive guide to building supportive work environments: https://www.ccohs.ca/products/boutique/mh_employers
- Mental Health Infographic Poster – a visual tool to raise awareness and encourage conversations: https://www.ccohs.ca/products/posters/mental_health_infographic
If you or someone you know is struggling, please know that help is available:
- Call or text 9-8-8, Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline — available 24/7, free and confidential.
Learn more: https://988.ca - Wellness Together Canada provides free resources for mental health and substance use:
https://www.wellnesstogether.ca - The Construction Industry Rehab Plan offers targeted mental health supports for industry workers:
https://www.constructionrehabplan.com
Let’s commit to fostering a culture where asking for help is seen as a strength. Talking about mental health saves lives!
TSSA Updates
New Boiler Pressure Vessel Guidelines
TSSA has recently published two new guidelines for Boilers and Pressure Vessels (BPV).
Firstly, they have published a new Code Adoption Document (CAD) Amendment and the associated Consultation Summary after reviewing feedback from the consultation that closed on April 24, 2025. This new CAD was effective starting August 1, 2025. Please read the latest BPV CAD Amendment HERE!
Secondly, TSSA has posted updated guidelines for the Registration of Pressure Piping that addresses P-standard registrations. The P-Standard is a type of registration applicable to standard piping designs to be installed in multiple locations. Please find the new guidelines with clarifications on what can be registered HERE!
Proposed TSSA Fee Increases for BPV Certificates of Inspection
The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) is proposing significant increases to the fees for Boiler and Pressure Vessel (BPV) Certificates of Inspection (COI), and they are currently seeking industry feedback.
The proposed changes would more than double the current fees, with the new rates scheduled to take effect January 2, 2026. For example, the annual renewal fee would rise to $90, and fees for first installations and alterations would be set at $225.
TSSA notes that these increases are intended to address a funding shortfall in the BPV COI program, which remains the only program area not yet operating at cost recovery. As a not-for-profit regulator, TSSA is mandated to recover all program costs under the Technical Standards and Safety Act, 2000. The proposed increases follow recommendations from Ontario’s Auditor General and are based on updated BPV inventory data.
Stakeholder Opinion Surveys are open until August 28, 2025.
Access the full proposal or take the survey HERE!
We encourage all members affected by this proposal to review the changes and provide their input before the deadline.
We have a Linkedin!
Did you know MCAO is on LinkedIn? Follow our page to stay connected with the latest industry news, upcoming events, advocacy efforts, and updates from across Ontario’s mechanical contracting community.
We’re also looking to shine a spotlight on our members. If your company has a recent project, success story, or milestone to celebrate, we want to hear about it! Let’s grow our community, celebrate each other’s successes, and show what Ontario’s mechanical contractors are all about.
Follow us here
MCAC Affinity Program
Your membership goes further than you think. Because MCAO is part of the national network, every MCAO member automatically has access to the MCA Canada Affinity Program, which has a suite of exclusive perks offered by MCA Canada.
Through this program, you’ll find real savings and support for your business, including discounts on insurance, financing, fleet management, software, tools, and supplies. Each partner in the program was chosen to deliver value directly to mechanical contractors.
For questions about the program or assistance accessing the page, please contact Kay Parkes-Blanc at
kparkes-blanc@mcac.ca, or visit the MCA Canada Affinity Program page
HERE!
Looking for more?
Our intent is to make this a quarterly newsletter that is full of timely and valuable information for you. If you would like to see a specific topic or concern included in a future version please reach out to us at mcao@mcao.org. We welcome any feedback and/or questions you may have.
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