Ontario Association of Demolition Contractors

Happy Mother's Day! Special greetings go out today to all of the mothers who work in our industry, and the mothers of our colleagues in the demolition and abatement sector. Wishing everyone a grand day! We'd love to hear your favourite mom quote! #MothersDay #MomsKnowBest

Cinco de Mayo, (Spanish: Fifth of May) also called Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla, holiday celebrated in parts of Mexico and the United States in honour of a military victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. #cincodemayo #happycincodemayo #Mexico

Emergency Preparedness Week is an annual event that encourages us to be better prepared to protect ourselves and our families during emergencies. You can build your own emergency kit, or you can purchase one from @St.John.Ambulance.YORK.REGION https://bit.ly/3cOyNgT #Safety #AssociateWithTheBest #OADC #Demolition #Abatement

During Mental Health Week, we are reminded of the stress many people feel as a result of the pandemic. You don't need to suffer on your own. The Canadian Mental Health Association has resources that can help during tough times. https://bit.ly/3p4hgnl @CMHA.ACSM.National #GetReal

Check out the March & April 2021 OADC Newsletter https://conta.cc/3gRdtZX

"The OADC would like to congratulate MPP Monte McNaughton and his team at the MLTSD for all their successes, and especially jump starting a forward motion towards bridging the gap between our aging workforce, and today’s high demand for skilled trades. We look forward to our continued collaboration with the MLTSD and to the evolution of Construction here in Ontario." - Margaret Taylor, Executive Director #OADC #AssociateWithTheBest #OntarioAtWork #SkilledTrades

The countdown is on... only a few more days until you will be able to shop online for one-of-a-kind salvaged items. We have everything from construction salvage... to home decor. Sign-up today and be one of the first to browse our catalogue. Hundreds of items to choose from, and new items added each week. www.pdinationalsalvage.com #architecturalsalvage #nextgeneration #constructionmaterials #diyhomedecor #pdinationalsalvage See more

The UN General Assembly has declared this as a day devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, through observing 24 hours of non-violence and cease-fire. Let’s stand together with the UN against attempts to use the virus to promote discrimination or hatred. Join us so that we can shape peace together. #InternationalPeaceDay #OADC #Demolition #Peace #covid19 #AssociateWithTheBest

Earlier this yearIslington Ave, taking down a boiler building at the old Sears Warehouse compound. AD at the controls of a CASE High Reach. Photo: Neil Knelsen #demolition #highreach #caseconstruction #highreachdemolition #highreachoperator #takeitdown #priestlydemolition

Next week, September 14 to 18, 2020 is FALLS AWARENESS WEEK. This week is to bring more awareness to workplace falls hazards through workplace discussion and participation. For more information, check out the guides that the IHSA has prepared! Falls Awareness Week: https://www.ihsa.ca/Topics-Hazards/Fall-Awareness-Week.aspx Tool Kit: https://www.ihsa.ca/products/W016 Webinars: https://www.ihsa.ca/Topics-Hazards/Fall-Awareness-Week.aspx... #OADC #AssociateWithTheBest #IHSA #FallsAwareness #FallsPrevention #WorkplaceSafety

Happy Labour Day! Today marks a special day for us to appreciate all the hard working Canadians. A special shoutout to all the construction workers who have continued their work without fail, during these challenging times. #LabourDay #Construction #Abatement #Demolition #Appreciation #OADC #AssociateWithTheBest

Ontario is expanding youth training programs to help promote skilled trades amongst Canada's youth population. This program is created to help attract more young people into the trades to help this industry continue to grow. Check out more information here! http://ow.ly/AO8I50Bcbvi #OADC #YouthTraining #Ontario #SkilledTrades #Education #YouthPrograms

PDI President Ryan Priestly joins host Missy Scherber on CONEXPO-CON/AGG Radio for this months discussion-Salvaging the Industry. Listen Now! https://bit.ly/3gkbc5z

Take a look at how B2W technology has helped our business be more efficient. https://resources.b2wsoftware.com//one-platform-paying-off

On World Humanitarian Day (WHD) August 19, the world commemorates humanitarian workers killed and injured in the course of their work, and we honour all aid and health workers who continue, despite the odds, to provide life-saving support and protection to people most in need. We want to thank all the COVID19 front-line workers for putting their health and lives at risk for the sake of the community. #RealLifeHeroes #Humanitarian #WorldHumanitarianDay #COVID19 #OADC

Getting Ready for Takeoff! The PDI crew is working hard at Pearson Int. Airportdemolishing the old runway to make way for the new one. #pearsonairport #outwiththeold #inwiththenew #priestlydemolition photo by: Nat Estrela

We are excited to share that @HistoryTVCanada’s #SalvageKings is currently in production for Season 2! Follow our team as we uncover some incredible hidden treasures on the job. Stay tuned to History.ca to find out more. #priestlydemolition

Today, OADC wants to recognize World Youth Skills Day - a day dedicated to all the youth in the world to tackle rising youth unemployment as one of the largest problems facing societies and our economy today. World Youth Skills Day 2020 will talk about the impact of the COVID19 crisis on skill development and how your industry can learn to respond to the economic crisis we are facing. The focus of today will be on RESILIENCE in our youth. For more information on what World Youth Skills Day is, click here! http://ow.ly/zevd50AzdxT #WYSD2020 #resilience #WorldYouthSkillsDay #SkillsChangeLives #OADC #AssociateWithTheBest