Building and Concrete Restoration Association of Ontario (B&CRAO)

A big thank you to all who came out last week for our technical seminar, "Quantifying the Unknown". Allan Cousins from Enable Group of Companies delivered an insightful presentation that sparked thoughtful questions from the audience. As always, this followed a reception and dinner which offered a great opportunity to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen our professional community. Looking forward to seeing everyone at our next event.

April Seminar is coming soon. Don't miss out! Allan Cousins from Enable Inc. will explain how modern data—such as material tests, past performance records, and 3D scanning—can reduce uncertainty by providing more detailed information and more accurate predictions. https://lnkd.in/eByaw9Sz

𝐉𝐨𝐢𝐧 𝐮𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐀𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐫 𝐐𝐮𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐲𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐔𝐧𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐰𝐧: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Uncertainty is one of the biggest challenges in building restoration. Whether estimating capital reserves or planning project schedules, we often work with limited site information—leading to wide margins of error. This seminar explores how probability theory can help us better understand and manage that uncertainty. We’ll look at how traditional models are used in financial forecasting and schedule risk analysis, and highlight a key idea: the more data we collect, the more accurate and reliable our predictions become. From material testing and historical performance data to 3D scanning, modern tools are helping us gather higher-quality data and improve decision-making in the field. Join us to learn how we can turn uncertainty into measurable, manageable risk—and build smarter restoration strategies. Presenter: Allan Cousins, M.Sc., P.Eng. www.enable-inc.com https://lnkd.in/eByaw9Sz

A big thank you to all our members who joined us for our March pre-paid seminar on the recent amendments to the Ontario Construction Act — an important and timely topic for our industry. We’re also grateful to our fantastic presenters, Mark Borgo and Dan Boan from BLG LLP, who did an outstanding job demystifying the changes to the Act. Not only did they provide clear and practical insights, but they were also incredibly generous with their time, staying afterward to answer a wide range of thoughtful questions. Thanks again to everyone who attended and contributed to such an engaging session. Stay tuned for details about our next seminar coming up on Wednesday, April 22nd. 

Join us for our March Technical Seminar Recent Amendments to the Ontario Construction Act: Practical Impacts on the Construction Industry Join us for a discussion of important recent amendments to the Construction Act and their practical implications for the industry, including updates to proper invoices, the annual release of holdback, changes to adjudication, and applicable transition provisions. Presented by Mark A. Borgo and Daniel A. Boan, partners at Borden, Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG). https://lnkd.in/ejJn9Fkt

What an incredible day on the slopes at the beautiful Georgian Peaks Ski Club! Despite some challenging driving conditions on the way up, we had a fantastic turnout and an even better time. From enjoying the great outdoors to sharing wonderful food and even better conversation, the energy and camaraderie made the day truly special. Some even took a well-timed break from the slopes to cheer on the Canadian Women’s Hockey team in the Olympic final. A big thank you to our generous event sponsor, Xcel Construction, for helping make the day possible. We truly appreciate your support. Already looking forward to the next one! ⛷️🏒❄️

Thank you to all who came out last week to our seminar on a case study of Advanced Concrete Monitoring & Cold Weather Compliance. The turnout for this event was excellent, the presentation was informative and the Q&A session had everyone engaged. Many thanks to our presenters Aria Namin from Edison Engineers Inc., Wilber Ayala and Dave Porciello from Conterra Restoration Ltd. It wouldn't be a great night without our dinner sponsor K.I.B. Restoration and a big thanks to our annual sponsors Euclid Canada Inc. and Canmar Contracting

As a member of B&CRAO, if you pre-register by January 30, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m., you can enjoy complimentary trade show admission. Save $60 and skip the on-site registration lines. To take advantage of this great offer, please contact us on info@thebcrao.ca

February Technical Seminar: Advanced Concrete Monitoring & Cold Weather Compliance Don’t miss this high-impact winter seminar from B&CRAO! Your membership already covers two attendees, and we’re expecting a full house—register early to save your spot. This session features a real-world case study on concrete sensors, highlighting cold-weather temperature monitoring and their growing role in tracking concrete strength. Hear a focused 20-minute presentation from Conterra (the sensor manufacturer) and industry partners, followed by a live expert panel Q&A, including a consultant from Edison. Practical insights. Proven technology. Cold-weather solutions. https://lnkd.in/epPwsgAz

Join us for a day on the slopes. Enjoy relaxed après-ski networking, and moments to recharge and strengthen relationships. Whether you’re carving turns, enjoying the scenery, or connecting over a warm drink, our ski day offers the perfect setting to step back, reset, and return inspired. ⛷️❄️ https://lnkd.in/dXKvbwM8