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Events
ONLY 6 DIG SAFE BREAKFASTS REMAIN!
Don't miss out on any of these educational
Dig Safe Month—April 1–30, 2026
Email lori@orcga.com to find out how you can host an event at your company. ORCGA ANNUAL INVITATIONAL GOLF TOUNAMENT
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 – 9:30am TEE OFF
NEW EARLIER TEE TIME! 9:30AM This year’s tournament brings us back to Deer Creek in Ajax. Join us on Wednesday, June 24th, for an exciting day out! Along with our existing contests of Longest Drive, Straightest Drive and Closest to the Pin (Men & Women), we have enhanced our on course contests this year with some new and exciting opportunities.
NEW! ONE SHOT SHOOTOUT!
NEW! BALL CANNON
NEW! BALL DROP! Sponsored by TC Energy (helicopter included)
4 hole-in-ones—each hole worth $10K!
Sponsorship is currently with our Annual Partners and will be open to our full member database soon. If you are interested in sponsoring this year’s tournament, please email rebecca@orcga.com to be added to our email list.
TOURNAMENT REGISTRATION WILL BE OPEN BEFORE THE END OF APRIL! WATCH YOUR INBOX FOR YOUR INVITE!
GREEN FEES: $275 pp OR $1100 per foursome + HST
Includes: hot breakfast, golf cart, BBQ lunch at the turn, dinner, and prizing *Due to overwhelming demand for this tournament, companies are limited to a MAX of 2 foursomes. A waitlist will be available during registration.* **Tournament registration is open to all current ORCGA members ONLY.** 
Education
The DPT 1000 is a four-week comprehensive classroom/in-field practical training required for locators if locating large and established utilities, including dedicated locators (DL)
Two weeks - In Class
To register and for additional information, contact:
DPT 100 and 200 - Damage Prevention Technician Training (DPT100 and DPT200) provides instruction on the fundamentals of locating. The DPT training is focused on a combination of in-class instruction (in-depth review of techniques used to locate all utility types, safety, locate requests and industry practices), field awareness review, and an on-the-job competency assessment.
The Safe Excavation Training (SET) course sets the standard on damage prevention and safe excavation practices around underground infrastructure. It is the knowledge requirement for excavators in Ontario. Excavators who successfully complete the training will be awarded the Safe Excavation Certificate, demonstrating they know best practices and proper procedures to minimize damage, ensure worker and public safety, and keep projects on time and on budget. They enhance their own and their company's reputation as professionals dedicated to the health of the industry and the public.
DIRT Reporting
Industry News
Source: Link2Build
The Ontario government has announced plans to invest nearly $29 million to expand and rehabilitate rural water infrastructure in Perth and Wellington counties.
The funding is part of an $875 million investment in the Municipal Housing Infrastructure Program’s Health and Safety Water Stream (MHIP-HSWS) and will help protect more than 5,500 homes in Southwestern Ontario. Those municipalities in Perth and Wellington counties receiving MHIP-HSWS funding are:
Source: Link2Build
The Ontario government has announced it will fund the rehabilitation of more than 18 kilometres of County Road 49 between Picton and the Bay of Quinte Skyway Bridge in Prince Edward County.
The project will include repaving the road surface, new culverts and guiderail improvements, supporting the safe movement of people and goods, and keeping thousands of workers on the job. “Our government is protecting Ontario by making historic investments in highway infrastructure to improve road safety and strengthen our economy,” said Transport Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria. “Rehabilitating County Road 49 will improve a key gateway into Prince Edward County, support good-paying jobs during construction, and make it easier for visitors to access one of Ontario’s top tourism destinations.” 
Source: Link2Build
The City of Hamilton has announced it will spend more than $150 million to repair and renew roads across the city in 2026.
Of the total investment, $106.1 million will be dedicated specifically to renewing and replacing existing roads, bridges and sidewalks, as part of the city’s broader $622 million infrastructure program. On average, the city completes between 70,000 and 90,000 road repairs each year, reflecting both the size of the network and the impact of seasonal weather conditions. Potholes are repaired year-round and during winter months crews use materials designed for cold and wet conditions to address roadway surface issues as quickly and efficiently as possible. Roads and transportation infrastructure represent one of the largest areas of municipal spending, reflecting the importance residents place on maintaining safe and reliable streets. On average, the city spends approximately $3.5 million per year repairing potholes. Source: Link2Build
The Ontario government has announced it will invest nearly $11 million over the next two years to build and upgrade water-crossing infrastructure across the winter roads network in the North.
The funding comes from the province’s Winter Roads Program, Bridges and Culverts Stream. The funding will help remote and Indigenous communities access essential goods and services, connect to jobs and create economic opportunities. “In remote northern communities, a reliable winter transportation network is key to boosting economic growth and connecting residents to the goods and services they need,” said Northern Economic Growth Minister George Pirie. The Winter Roads Program, Bridges and Culverts Stream supports building water-crossing infrastructure such as installing culverts and modular bridges to improve safety across the entire winter roads network, and works towards extending the roads’ seasons. 
Source: Link2Build
The Ontario government has issued a request for proposals for companies to design the expansion of Highway 17 from two to four lanes between Renfrew and Arnprior, west of Ottawa.
The province is twinning 22.5 kilometres of Highway 17 running from Scheel Drive near Arnprior to three kilometres west of Bruce Street near the Town of Renfrew. The first stage of the expansion project was completed in November 2023, with construction of a new bridge and interchange at Highway 17 and Calabogie Road. In addition to the Calabogie Road interchange, three new interchanges will be built as part of Highway 17 expansion projects in Renfrew County. Source: Link2Build
The Ontario government has issued a request for proposals for companies to design the expansion of Highway 17 from two to four lanes between Renfrew and Arnprior, west of Ottawa.
The province is twinning 22.5 kilometres of Highway 17 running from Scheel Drive near Arnprior to three kilometres west of Bruce Street near the Town of Renfrew. The first stage of the expansion project was completed in November 2023, with construction of a new bridge and interchange at Highway 17 and Calabogie Road. In addition to the Calabogie Road interchange, three new interchanges will be built as part of Highway 17 expansion projects in Renfrew County. Ear to the Ground
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