contents Page 40 FEATURES 10  Embracing the new: Construct Canada exhibitors point the way to a techno-savvy construction future By Sarah B. Hood 12  Ticket to ride: Phil Verster of Metrolinx shares his insight on building Toronto’s transit infrastructure By Sarah B. Hood 16  A Christmas Feast: TCA members enjoy a celebratory meal at their 76th Annual Christmas luncheon Page 26 DEPARTMENTS 6  President’s Message By John G. Mollenhauer 28 Upcoming Events 29 New TCA Members 30 Professional Services Directory 18  Cream of the crop: The 2018 Innovative Product Award winners break new ground with state-of-the-art creations By Matthew Bradford 22  The end of OCOT: The Ford government moves forward with its plan to dismantle the Ontario College of Trades By Warren Heeley 24  On the cusp of change: A YCL seminar looks at the present and future of construction in Ontario By Sarah B. Hood 26  Touring Toronto’s Evergreen Brick Works: TCA staff and members visit a Toronto showcase for sustainable urban design By Matthew Bradford Page 10 Page 16