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Procurement Isn’t Just a Buzzword
Procurement is more than a buzzword. It’s a process that defines how projects are built and ultimately how successful they have become. In this episode of OCS talks, we at today’s…
Women in the Trades, Progress and the Path Forward
On this episode of OCS Talks, Brian sits down with Nickie Lavoie and Karen Pullen to discuss how they got their start in the construction industry, how far women have come in the trades, and the work…
Breaking the Silence: Addiction and Mental Health in Construction
Construction is an industry built on pride, resilience and getting the job done. Often under intense pressure, long hours, and physically demanding conditions. But behind all of this, many workers…
A Coordinated Voice: CECCO’s Role in Ontario Construction
Construction is no stranger to associations, and for good reason. Construction is complicated, it often requires different levels of advocacy and expertise to navigate Ontario’s marketplace. Most…
Tariffs, Trade, and Steel: What It Means for Ontario’s Construction Industry
Steel is one of the most critical materials in any project, so to say any disruption in supply chain would be an understatement. All of us are familiar with the current tariffs and the uncertainty…
The Role of Associations in Ensuring Quality and Professionalism in Construction
There are several things that make a project successful in the eye of the owner, but quality and professionalism are at the top of that list. Unfortunately, many project owners dread the thought…
Becoming an Apprentice and Training Tomorrow's Labour Force
Training is one of the most crucial elements to consider when selecting the right people to build a project. An unqualified worker installing material or equipment will lead to costly errors or…
Mediation and Conciliation within Collective Bargaining
The collective bargaining process in unionized construction is an important institution. Generally, the discussions are productive with the goal of both labour and management benefitting from a new…
Fundamentals of Construction Labour Relations Course
Labour relations can be a delicate balance in the construction industry. Many factors influence how successful labour relations operates in construction; everything from economic conditions, to…
The BuildForce Forecast featuring Bob Collins and Bill Ferreira
The unionized Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional (ICI) construction sector in Ontario continues to see opportunity—but not without risks. In this episode of OCS Talks, Brian Barron is joined…
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OCS Talks has published 10 episodes since April 2025, covering topics in Business.
OCS Talks is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 36m.
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