ACEC-Ontario

TLT 127: CRITICAL STRUCTURAL CONSTRUCTION ISSUES
2026-02-09 08:00 - 2026-02-13 17:00 (America/Toronto)
5 Day Course

**Please note: This is not an introductory level course. It is assumed you are familiar with bridge or culvert construction contracts**

TLT 127 has been designed to provide strategies to avoid or address common critical issues during structural construction projects. This course prepares operations and consultant staff for structural construction projects.

TLT 127 will be delivered over 5 days.

The target audience is:

Consultants administering or inspecting a structural construction project in the upcoming season including:Contract AdministratorsInspectorsContract Services InspectorsContract Services AdministratorsQuality Assurance EngineersQuality Assurance OfficersArea Managers Construction

Structural section staff as well as any Engineering Associates or Transportation Technician acting in the above positions.

This course is being offered on the following date, subject to change:

February 9-13, 2026

*Please note the course will be delivered in person, the location will be announced prior to registration fees being collected*

The cost to take this course is $450.00.

Registration deadline has been extended to January 9, 2026, 11:59pm

Please complete the course application here.

This course is offered by MTO, ACEC-Ontario is not the supplier of this course. If you have any questions please contact tlt@ontario.ca.

2026: MTO Highway Construction Inspection (HCI) - For NON-MEMBERS
2026-02-23 08:00 - 2026-02-27 13:00
Registration is now open for 2026!

Note: The registration window for MTO Courses 2026 is now open! We’re pleased to announce that the deadline has been extended till December 11, 2025 to give everyone more time to register.

DatesFebruary 23 – 27, 2026FormatIn-personDuration5 daysCourse HoursMon -Thurs- 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Fri 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM Location DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Airport West(5444 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 2L2)Member- Firm Pricing$2,250 + HSTNon-member Firm Pricing$2,565 + HSTNew Registration DeadlineDecember 11, 2025, or whenever we reach capacity. (First come, first served!)

Please note:There are two separate events per MTO course as Member Pricing and Non-Member pricing.

If you are an ACEC-Ontario Member:

You must register using your company email address.

If you are staff of a member company, please login to our website and open the member pricing. Click here.

If you are a member of ACEC-Ontario and cannot log on to the website, or contact us at communications@acecontario.ca to setup your account.

If you are unsure if your consulting engineering firm is a member you can search the directory here.

Independent Contractors: You will need an ACEC-Ontario member firm to register on your behalf to receive this pricing. ACEC-Ontario member firms must log-in to the website in order to receive member pricing. Refunds/adjustments will not be given for the pricing difference after registration, to receive member firm pricing you will need to provide this information ahead of time.

Please note: If a member purchases a non-member-ticket and requires a refund, only the difference minus the fees associated from payment processing will be refunded, a fee up-to $100 CAD.

Note: This course counts towards OACETT’s CPD credits. It may also count towards PEO’s PEAK Program CPD credits.

Hotel Accommodation:

Rooms are available at discounted price at the hotel if you would like to stay. Please email communication@acecontario.ca to get the booking link.Cut-Off Date: Friday, January 23, 2026.

About Highway Construction Inspection:

This course is intended for personnel at the junior inspector level, with 1-2 years of field experience, who want to advance to the senior inspector level or for contract administration personnel who wish to enhance their understanding of the contract inspection and administration process. Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) construction personnel with responsibilities for consultant assignments will also benefit from this course. With appropriate field experience, this course is approved to meet part of the criteria of the MTO/OACETT Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI) designation. This course is a prerequisite for Contract Administration course.

Topics:

Roles and Responsibilities

OHSA – Site Safety and the Constructor Issue

Pre-Construction Activities

Traffic Control and Construction Signing

Construction Survey

Grading, Drainage and Granular Inspection

Documentation and Diary Keeping

Hot Mix Paving Inspection

Payment Verification

Concrete and Structural Inspection

Contractor QC – QVE

Post Construction Activities

Construction Administration and Inspection Specifications (CAIS)

See more details about all MTO courses here.

Pre-requisite:

If you intend to complete your OACETT Designation then the Highway Construction Inspection (HCI) course is a pre-requisite prior to taking this CA course. See more details about all MTO courses here.

Updated Exam Policy:

Upon successful completion of the final exam, participants will be issued a certificate. Final exam is open book and participants will need a 70% to pass. If participants do not obtain a 70%, they will be eligible for one rewrite exam. The fee to rewrite an exam is $500 + HST*. Exam rewrite will be virtual, and the dates will be posted when registration opens for the course.

“Mini quizzes” will be administered daily, these quizzes are a useful tool to help participants prepare for the final exam. These daily quizzes do not count toward the participants final exam or mark. The mini quizzes will also be handed to the instructors each day so they can determine if participants are grasping the content and are prepared for the exam.

*Rewrite fee covers the cost of the instructor to proctor and mark exam.

Cancellation Policy:

Courses must be paid for in full. Failure to submit payment will result in the registration being cancelled, as waiting lists are maintained.

Cancellations received in writing more than 10 business days prior to the start of the course will be assessed a $100.00 cancellation fee (per person, per course). Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of cancellations.

Cancellations received less than 10 business days prior to the start of the course are non-refundable. Refunds will not be given if the registrant fails to attend any part of the course.

Qualified substitutions are allowed within the same course and date without incurring a cancellation fee. Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of substitution notice prior to the start of the course.

Photo ID Requirement:

To participate in this course, you must present a valid government-issued photo ID. You will be required to present your ID on the first day of the course and the day of examination.

Your registration name must exactly match the name on your government-issued ID. This is required for identity verification.

If you use a preferred name, you may provide it during registration. Your preferred name can appear on your Certificate of Completion, but it will not be used for ID verification.

Questions? Please email communications@acecontario.ca.

2026: MTO Highway Construction Inspection (HCI) Course – For MEMBERS
2026-02-23 08:00 - 2026-02-27 13:00
Registration is now open for 2026!

Note: The registration window for MTO Courses 2026 is now open! We’re pleased to announce that the deadline has been extended till December 11, 2025 to give everyone more time to register.

DatesFebruary 23 – 27, 2026FormatIn-personDuration5 daysCourse HoursMon -Thurs – 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Fri – 8:00 AM – 1:00 PMLocation DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Toronto Airport West(5444 Dixie Road, Mississauga, ON, L4W 2L2)Member- Firm Pricing$2,250 + HSTNon-member Firm Pricing$2,565 + HSTNew Registration DeadlineDecember 11, 2025, or whenever we reach capacity. (First come, first served!)

Please note:There are two separate events per MTO course as Member Pricing and Non-Member pricing.This course counts towards OACETT’s CPD credits. It may also count towards PEO’s PEAK Program CPD credits.

If you are an ACEC-Ontario Member:

You will need to register using your company email address.

If you are an employee of a member company, please login to the website to be able to add the the member pricing option.

If you are a member of ACEC-Ontario and cannot log in to the website, or contact us at communications@acecontario.ca to setup your account.

If you are unsure if your consulting engineering firm is a member you can search the directory here.

Independent Contractors: You will need an ACEC-Ontario member firm to register on your behalf to receive this pricing. ACEC-Ontario member firms must log-in to the website in order to receive member pricing. Refunds/adjustments will not be given for the pricing difference after registration, to receive member firm pricing you will need to provide this information ahead of time.

Please note: If a member purchases a non-member-ticket and requires a refund, only the difference minus the fees associated from payment processing will be refunded, a fee of up-to $100 CAD.

Note: This course counts towards OACETT’s CPD credits. It may also count towards PEO’s PEAK Program CPD credits.

Hotel Accommodation:

Rooms are available at discounted price at the hotel if you would like to stay. Please email communications@acecontario.ca to get the booking link.Cut-Off Date: Friday, January 23, 2026.

About Highway Construction Inspection:

This course is intended for personnel at the junior inspector level, with 1-2 years of field experience, who want to advance to the senior inspector level or for contract administration personnel who wish to enhance their understanding of the contract inspection and administration process. Ministry of Transportation Ontario (MTO) construction personnel with responsibilities for consultant assignments will also benefit from this course. With appropriate field experience, this course is approved to meet part of the criteria of the MTO/OACETT Road Construction Senior Inspector (RCSI) designation. This course is a prerequisite for Contract Administration course.

Topics:

Roles and Responsibilities

OHSA – Site Safety and the Constructor Issue

Pre-Construction Activities

Traffic Control and Construction Signing

Construction Survey

Grading, Drainage and Granular Inspection

Documentation and Diary Keeping

Hot Mix Paving Inspection

Payment Verification

Concrete and Structural Inspection

Contractor QC – QVE

Post Construction Activities

Construction Administration and Inspection Specifications (CAIS)

See more details about all MTO courses here.

Pre-requisite:

If you intend to complete your OACETT Designation then the Highway Construction Inspection (HCI) course is a pre-requisite prior to taking this CA course. See more details about all MTO courses here.

Updated Exam Policy:

Upon successful completion of the final exam, participants will be issued a certificate. Final exam is open book and participants will need a 70% to pass. If participants do not obtain a 70%, they will be eligible for one rewrite exam. The fee to rewrite an exam is $500 + HST*. Exam rewrite will be virtual, and the dates will be posted when registration opens for the course.

“Mini quizzes” will be administered daily, these quizzes are a useful tool to help participants prepare for the final exam. These daily quizzes do not count toward the participants final exam or mark. The mini quizzes will also be handed to the instructors each day so they can determine if participants are grasping the content and are prepared for the exam.

*Rewrite fee covers the cost of the instructor to proctor and mark exam.

Cancellation Policy:

Courses must be paid for in full. Failure to submit payment will result in the registration being cancelled, as waiting lists are maintained.

Cancellations received in writing more than 10 business days prior to the start of the course will be assessed a $100.00 cancellation fee (per person, per course). Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of cancellations.

Cancellations received less than 10 business days prior to the start of the course are non-refundable. Refunds will not be given if the registrant fails to attend any part of the course.

Qualified substitutions are allowed within the same course and date without incurring a cancellation fee. Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of substitution notice prior to the start of the course.

Photo ID Requirement:

To participate in this course, you must present a valid government-issued photo ID. You will be required to present your ID on the first day of the course and the day of examination.

Your registration name must exactly match the name on your government-issued ID. This is required for identity verification.

If you use a preferred name, you may provide it during registration. Your preferred name can appear on your Certificate of Completion, but it will not be used for ID verification.

Questions? Please email communications@acecontario.ca.

2026 MTO Road Construction Contract Administration (RCCA) Recertification – February 25, 2026
2026-02-25 08:00 - 16:00 | https://acecontario.ca/event/mto-road-construction-contract-administration-rcca-recertification-february-25-2026/
Note: The registration window for MTO Courses 2026 is now open! We’re pleased to announce that the deadline has been extended till February 13, 2026 to give everyone more time to register.

DatesFebruary 25, 2026,(Alternate date is January 14, 2026, click here to register for January)FormatVirtual (zoom)Duration1 dayCourse Hours8:00 AM – 4:00 PMPricing for ALL$700 + HSTNew Registration DeadlineFebruary 13, 2026

About the course:

This course is designed to update consulting engineering personnel on changes in policies and procedures, as well as administration and inspection procedural clarifications relevant to MTO Contract Administration Assignment. This course is also relevant for MTO personnel with responsibilities forconsultant assignments and contractors.

This course is aimed at road construction contract administrators and is a requirement to maintain your RCCA designation. All OACETT members with the RCCA designation are required to complete the Road Construction Contract Administrator Recertification course every three years.

Not sure when to take the course? Please contact OACETT at certify@oacett.org for clarification before registering.

Note: This course counts towards OACETT’s CPD credits. It may also count towards PEO’s PEAK Program CPD credits.

Topics

New Specifications, Policies and Procedures

Environmental Protection Concerns

Consultant Liability

Health and Safety on the Work Site

Change Orders – When and Why?

Clarification on Administration Issues

Other Topics from MTO, CEO and OACETT

See more details about all MTO courses here.

Cancellation Policy:

Courses must be paid for in full. Failure to submit payment will result in the registration being cancelled, as waiting lists are maintained.

Cancellations received in writing more than 10 business days prior to the start of the course will be assessed a $100.00 cancellation fee (per person, per course). Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of cancellations.

Cancellations received less than 10 business days prior to the start of the course are non-refundable. Refunds will not be given if the registrant fails to attend any part of the course.

Qualified substitutions are allowed within the same course and date without incurring a cancellation fee. Please notify communications@acecontario.ca of substitution notice prior to the start of the course.

Questions? Please email communications@acecontario.ca.

TLT 131: Advanced Issues Resolution - March & April 2026
2026-04-21 08:00 - 2026-04-22 17:00
2 Day CourseThis course has been developed for Consultant Contract Administration and MTO Construction/ Operations staff that have experience with issue resolution. It will enhance the knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures required for the effective evaluation of Information and Compensation Requests arising from issues during a capital construction project. Participants will gain an understanding of the skills, knowledge and resources that are critical for the successful analysis and reThis course has been developed for Consultant Contract Administration and MTO Construction/ Operations staff that have experience with issue resolution. It will enhance the knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures required for the effective evaluation of Information and Compensation Requests arising from issues during a capital construction project. Participants will gain an understanding of the skills, knowledge and resources that are critical for the successful analysis and resolution of issues arising through the course of administering a capital construction contract.

Target Audience:

Consultant Contract Administration Staff: Project Managers, Contract Administrators

MTO Senior Construction Staff: Area Manager Construction, Contract Services Administrators

Engineering Associates and Transportation Technicians who will be acting as Contract Administrators

Technical Services Supervisors and Technical Services Officers

This course is being offered on the following dates subject to change:

March 10-12, 2026

April 21-23, 2026

*Please note the course will be delivered in person, the location will be announced prior to registration fees being collected*

The cost to take this course is $320.00.

Registration deadline has been extended to January 9, 2026, 11:59pm

Please complete the course application here.This course is offered by MTO, ACEC-Ontario is not the supplier of this course. If you have any questions please contact tlt@ontario.ca.

2026 Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA)
2026-05-07 17:30 - 22:30
Venue: Carmens Event Centre, Hamilton, ON (1520 Stone Church Rd E, Hamilton ON L8W3P9)

Tickets Now Available for the 2026 Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA)!

Registration closes April 10, 2026! All are welcome!

We’re thrilled to announce that tickets are now on sale for the prestigious Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA), hosted by ACEC-Ontario, taking place on Thursday, May 7, 2026 at the elegant Carmens Event Centre in Hamilton (1520 Stone Church Rd E, Hamilton, ON L8W 3P9).

This year, OEPA is heading to Hamilton, expanding our celebration beyond the GTA and Toronto to include consulting industry from the vibrant Horseshoe region and make it even bigger!

Let’s celebrate the achievements, innovation, and impact of Ontario’s consulting engineering industry — we can’t wait to see you there!

Let’s celebrate excellence together!

Join your community for an unforgettable evening filled with laughter, camaraderie, and celebration. Whether you’re a seasoned industry veteran or a rising star, this is your opportunity to connect, network, and revel in the collective achievements of our community.

Details

This awards gala will be happening the evening of Thursday, May 7, 2026 from 5:30 PM – 10:30 PM.

5:30 PM – 7:00 PM : Reception & Networking7:00 PM – 10:30 PM : Formal Dinner & Awards Ceremony

Attire: Black tie preferred, business formal acceptable.

Free Parking is available at the venue.

Want to Submit Your Project?

We’re accepting submissions until 4 PM on November 28, 2025.The process is seamless, quick, and fully online. If you’d like to participate, please visit: 2026 Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA) – ACEC-Ontario.

Tickets – Early Bird Sale ends on March 13, 2026!

Regular Pricing (Individual Seat) – $400

Early Bird Pricing (Individual Seat) – $375

Regular Pricing (Table of 10) – $3500

Early Bird Pricing (Table of 10) – $3400

Ticket sales close April 10, 2026.

Cancellation policy:

If you have purchased a table, cancellations must be made on or before April 1, 2026 to receive a full refund. Please note that we are unable to issue refunds for cancellations made after this date.

Hotel Accommodation:

We have secured a block of rooms at Carmens Hotel (1530 Stone Church Rd E, HAMILTON ON L8W 3P9) at a discounted rate, valid until April 10, 2026. Guests to pay all charges on their own.

To book a room, please follow these steps:

Call the hotel directly at 905-381-9898.

Mention that you are booking under ACEC Ontario or provide the block code: 2605ACECON.

In case you have any questions or require assistance, contact Priyanka Anand, Events & Marketing Specialist at panand@acecontario.ca

Reception Sponsors

Internal Innovation Award Sponsor

Presenting Sponsors

Exclusive Sponsors

Supporting Sponsors

Affinity Allies

A special thank you to our event sponsors who make this celebration possible each year.Interested in sponsoring OEPA 2026? Click here.

Don’t miss this chance to be a part of an evening dedicated to honoring excellence and forging meaningful connections within our industry. Reserve your spot today and let’s make this celebration one to remember!
