Trade Organizations,
Associations &
Training Centres
Beyond formal education, many professional associations, unions, and training centres play an important role in supporting construction careers. These organizations provide apprenticeship programs, industry certifications, specialized training, and networking opportunities that help workers build skills and advance in their careers.
Many also advocate for industry standards, safety, and workforce development. Whether you're exploring a skilled trade or looking to connect with professionals in the field, these organizations offer valuable resources and training opportunities for those pursuing a career in construction.
Canadian Automatic Sprinkler Association
www.casa-firesprinkler.org
Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors
www.ciqs.org
Council of Ontario Construction Associations
www.coca.on.ca
Engineers Canada
www.engineerscanada.ca
International Brotherhood of Boilermakers Canada
www.boilermaker.ca
International Union of Painters and Allied Trades Ontario Council
www.iupat.on.ca
LiUNA! Local 183 Training Centre
www.183training.com
Merit Ontario
www.meritontario.com
Ontario Association of Architects
www.oaa.on.ca
Ontario Association of Landscape Architects
www.oala.ca
Ontario Masonry Training Centre
www.ontariomasonrytrainingcentre.com
Ontario Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Contractors Association
www.orac.ca
Operating Engineers Training Institute of Ontario
www.oetio.com
UA Local 853 Sprinkler & Fire Protection Trade Centre
www.ualocal853training.com
York Construction Academy
www.yorkacademy.ca
Trades for Tomorrow
www.tradesfortomorrow.ca

