C O N T E N T S Message from the Executive Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 By Norman Cheesman The Ottawa LRT: An insider’s look at the largest infrastructure project ever in Canada’s capital . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 By Treena Hein Safe and healthy: An OSSGA roundtable examines optimal health and safety practices at aggregate pits and quarries . . . . . . . 12 In the heart of the city: Toronto’s Christie Pits park was once home to one of the city’s many aggregate operations . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 An entrepreneur at heart: Kreator CEO Keith Miles aims to leave his mark on the industry for years to come . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Far-reaching exposure: Victor Giordano enjoys the travel, diversity and versatility that his position with VicDom offers . . . . . . . . 21 Up close and personal: Why tours of pits and quarries are a critical avenue for public education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 By Treena Hein Taking safety seriously: How and why the industry stays focused on safety when transporting aggregates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 By Matthew Bradford Sites for sore eyes: A new database shows the public just what modern site rehabilitation can accomplish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 By Andrew Brooks Professional Services Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The Final Rehab: Kerncliff Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 18 8 26 24 12 On the Cover:An architectural rendering of Blair Station on Ottawa’s new LRT line. Photo courtesy of Rideau Transit Group. WINTER 2018 AVENUES 5