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TCA e-Connect - June 2009mhtml:file://C:\Documents and Settings\mjones\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Co...Page 2 of 76/3/2009Congratulations toour grand prizewinner GarthWalkden, winnerof a Weekend forTwo at DerhurstResort.TCA recently partnered with Autodesk and others on a one day BIM Workshop whichexplored methods to Integrate Engineering, Construction and Architecture workflows.Congratulationsalso to Maria-AnnaPiorkowska,winner of theladies lucky drawSpa Package atElmwood Spa.Please visit ourPhoto Gallery (linkabove) to seeadditional photosof our 2009 GolfClassic.Speakers included:Caesar Ruest - AutodeskIan Fairlie - Zeidler PartnershipDavid MacKeracher - The Mitchell PartnershipIan Trudeau - Halsall Structural EngineersThomas Strong - EllisDonThanks to thefollowingcompanies thatsponsored a hole:Alliance CreativeMarketingAlpha Oil Inc.Belmont ConcreteFinishingDineenConstructionCorp.George BrownCollegeGrahamConstruction &EngineeringHarris RebarOver 100 people attended this standing room only event with tremendously positivefeedback from all the attendees. Due to the success of this event and an overwhelmingdemand for a more hands on workshop, TCA has partnered with Autodesk to hold a oneday, hands-on workshop on BIM for Construction the week of July 6th, 2009. Space willbe strictly limited, so please register early by contacting Barb Mirsky at (416) 499-4000ext. 101 or email at bmirsky@tcaconnect.com.Upcoming EventsJacon FireProtection Inc.KIB BuildingRestoration Inc.L.G.R. Tiles Ltd.

TCA e-Connect - June 2009mhtml:file://C:\Documents and Settings\mjones\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Co...Page 4 of 76/3/2009Member's Day - May 13th, 2009 - Spectacular Success with great weather, fabulouspresentations from our Keynote Speaker Craig Wright - RBC, and our Industry Panel (EdApplebaum - Montgomery Sisam Architects, Kevin Skinner - PCL Constructors Inc., JoelBaker - SBLR LLP Chartered Accountants, Michael George - Trisura Guarantee Ins., &Sean Strickland - Ontario Construction Secretariat) with over 300 Members inAttendance.Did you miss the fun? As a TCA member, some came by simply for the BBQ and cake,some came for the free beer, some came for seminars/forum, some were displaying forfree inside or outside the Construction Centre and some were just networking. Click hereto find out how not to miss the fun again.....To know how TCA can benefit your organization please contact:Polyanna Fok(416) 499-4000 ext. 115pfok@tcaconnect.comDavid Froese(416) 499-4000 ext. 105dfroese@tcaconnect.comSonja Kettles, MCA(905) 567-1077skettles@tcaconnect.comEducation / Continuing Professional Development

TCA e-Connect - June 2009mhtml:file://C:\Documents and Settings\mjones\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Co...Page 5 of 76/3/2009Formore information on The Construction Institute of Canada and a list of 2009 course andseminar offerings click here or contact:Roxanne Drisdelle(416) 499-4000 ext. 116rdrisdelle@tcaconnect.comIlmar Wallner - it is with profound sadness that we announce thedeath of Ilmar Wallner, who passed away on May 15, 2009. Ilmar wasa teacher of the Blueprint Reading & Estimating course for over 30years. All the staff at TCA & TCIC extend our condolences to hisfamily.In lieu of flowers, donations in Ilmar's name can be made to HartHouse Athletics or Innis College Student Scholarships. Chequespayable to U of T should be forwarded to: Hart House, 7 Hart HouseCircle, Toronto, ON M5S 3H3 or Innis College, 2 Sussex Avenue, Room123, Toronto, ON M5S 1J5.

TCA e-Connect - June 2009mhtml:file://C:\Documents and Settings\mjones\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Co...Page 6 of 76/3/2009TCA Advantage ClubTo see how this exciting program can benefit you, become anAdvantage Club member today. To view the many opportunitiesfor significant discounts and special offers please click here.Top Five BusinessPetro Canada SuperpassPark N' FlyThriftyChryslerPoster OneTop Five ConsumerGreat Wolf LodgePark N' FlyMark's Work WearhouseCanada's WonderlandCAAFor more information contact:David Froese (416) 499-4000 ext. 105dfroese@tcaconnect.comSonja Kettles, MCA(905) 567-1077skettles@tcaconnect.comProject Bid OpportunitiesThe TCA & MCA Physical Plans Rooms are for contractors andsuppliers to view construction drawings & specifications out fortender. We currently have in our Plans Room 75 active/openprojects. Click here for a picture of project T-5320 - a newschool located in Richmond Hill. This tender is closing on June11, 2009.Pre-Bid Project OpportuntiesTCA is tracking public sector projects (Pre-Bid) such as thefollowing list from Ontario's Colleges & Universities.For more information contact:Gloris Adolphus(416) 499-4000 ext. 109gadolphus@tcaconnect.comThe TCA Electronic Plans Room provides around-the-clock remote access to constructionproject drawings, specifications and addenda from the convenience of your office orhome.For more information contact:Edwin Zeng(416) 499-4000 ext. 106ezeng@tcaconnect.comYoung Construction Executives' ClubTo become a YCEC member or formore information click here or contact:Lenore Villeneuve(416) 499-4000 ext. 113lvilleneuve@tcaconnect.comFor more information on the next breakfast/lunch sizzler or upcoming YCECsocial events contact:Stacy Huang

TCA e-Connect - June 2009mhtml:file://C:\Documents and Settings\mjones\Local Settings\Temporary Internet Files\Co...Page 7 of 76/3/2009Forward email(416) 499-4000 ext. 118shuang@tcaconnect.comContact UsTORONTO CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION70 Leek CrescentRichmond Hill, ON L4B 1H1Telephone: (416) 499-400Fax: (416) 499-8752http://rs6.net/tn.jsp?et=1102589129025&s=12530&e=001SMIy9Rsh-XrzzvCG-fUIX_y_irww_YsrQ5HEb1DxoOxIq7Q7-zJabiDYnUwBSrXhbFO5znWFUC3hSuSae94vZSAt6FyEYlIThQdWO3zqssw9Rki-zqJCiw==This email was sent to mjones@tcaconnect.com by mjones@tcaconnect.com.Update Profile/Email Address | Instant removal with SafeUnsubscribe | Privacy Policy.Email Marketing byToronto Construction Association | 70 Leek Cres. | Richmond Hill | Ontario | L4B 1H1 | Canada