Ottawa Construction Association

Founded in 1889, the OCA is one of the largest regional construction associations in Canada with more than 1,100 firms active in all sectors of the region's $5-billion construction market.

We are an effective voice for our members before all levels of government, promoting suitable and desirable legislation affecting the construction industry.

We work to maintain and promote industry best practices that, if followed, promote business decisions and relationships that respect the principles of fairness, ethics and teamwork and service to minimize costly misunderstandings, disputes and delays in the construction industry.

Our Aims And Objectives

To provide services, training, and information of value to membership.To create opportunities for our members to grow their individual businesses and building connections within the industry.

To Promote;

• Suitable and desirable legislation affecting the industry.
• Nationally recognized standard contract forms and best practices for procuring and providing design and construction services.
• High standards of personal and corporate professionalism, ethical conduct, and collaboration in the construction industry.
• The positive impact of the construction industry on society.
• Educate current and future generations the rich diversity of career opportunities available in the construction industry.