Building the way forward
The Toronto and Area Road Building Association is the collective bargaining agent for unionized contractors in the Greater Toronto and Simcoe Areas.
Who We Are
Founded in 1957, the Toronto and Area Road Builders Association (TARBA) is a leading industry association.
Our members perform majority of new road construction and maintenance in the City of Toronto, municipalities in Halton, Peel, and York Regions, and Simcoe County.
TARBA is the collective bargaining agent with LiUNA 183, IOUE Local 793, and Teamsters Local 230, negotiating and administering collective agreements on behalf of unionized contractors working in the above municipalities. Members perform work for municipalities, transit agencies, Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation, Metrolinx and other provincial agencies, and private developers.
Our Goal
Board of Directors
Chair & President
Rick Logozzo
GIP Paving
vice President
Cosimo Crupi
D. Crupi & Sons
Treasurer
Gianni Cotognini
Condrain Group
Secretary
Angelo Santorelli
Trisan Construction
Director & Past Chair
Ashton Martin
Fermar Asphalt
director
Chris McColl
Dufferin Construction Company
director
Gerry Boccia
Pave-Al
director
Joe Scrocco
TACC Construction Co.
director
David Sibbald
Thorncrete Construction
director
Michael Ferzoco
Ferpac Paving
director
Virgil Gazzola
Gazzola Paving
director
Larry Di Pietro
Curbside Construction
Executive Director
Raly Chakarova became TARBA’s new Executive Director in September 2023. With diverse experience in both non-profit and public sectors, Raly brings with her an impressive track record of operational excellence, policy development, public affairs, and member engagement.
As Executive Director, she is responsible for overseeing all aspects of TARBA’s operations, including industry advocacy, member services, and collective bargaining. Her focus is on advancing TARBA’s mission to champion best industry practices and investment in critical infrastructure projects in the Greater Toronto Area and Simcoe County.
Our Members
All unionized contractors performing road building and/or earthmoving work in Board Area 8 and/or Simcoe County are bound to the TARBA collective agreements with LiUNA Local 183, Teamsters 230 and/or Operating Engineers Local 793 and are eligible to join the Association.
For any membership inquiries, please email [email protected]
BENEFITS
Seat at the Table
Industry Advocacy
Exclusive Access
Admission to member-only seminars, conferences, and events.
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TARBA Scholarships & Community Building
TARBA has provided more than $250,000 in scholarships to offer students financial support, recognition for their academic achievements, and connection to relevant employers to help transition from their academic studies to the labour market.
Five Toronto and Area Road Builders Association Leadership Awards of $4,000 each, along with a co-op placement with a TARBA member, are awarded every year to exceptional students in Civil Engineering and Construction Management programs at Centennial College, George Brown College, Georgian College, Humber College, and Seneca College.
Since its creation, TARBA has also contributed to numerous community building initiatives across the Greater Toronto and Simcoe Area, with a special focus on food security, health, and education.