Increase in Spalling Issues: Joint Industry Letter
Dear Municipal & Private Partners, Re: Spalling on 2022-2025 Projects The Toronto and Area Road Builders Association (TARBA), the Greater […]
Managing Asphalt Cement Price Volatility Through a Shared Risk Model
Asphalt cement (AC) is one of the most significant cost components in hot mix asphalt. In recent months, the Ontario
FIFA WORLD CUP 2026 Road Work Restriction Area
Staff Directive and ProceduresEffective Period: May 1 – July 31, 2026 1. Introduction This directive outlines the procedures and restrictions
Working Together to Deliver Buy Ontario: A Consistent Path Forward for Municipalities
To Ontario Municipal Leaders, CAOs, Treasurers, Engineers, Procurement Officials, and Public Works Departments, Re: Open Letter to Ontario Municipalities Regarding
TARBA Calls for Shared‑Risk Contract Models as Fuel Costs Surge
Ongoing global uncertainty and supply chain pressures continue to drive significant volatility in the cost of key construction inputs. Fuel,
New TV Ad Highlights How Recycled Materials Can Slash Emissions, Save Money
Recycled materials offer cost savings and environmental benefits without compromising quality https://youtu.be/7SqmbDJUly8 Toronto, Ontario — The Toronto and Area Road
New Report Finds GTA Would Unlock Nearly $1 Billion in Savings Through Uniform Road Paving Standards
New Report Finds GTA Would Unlock Nearly $1 Billion in Savings Through Uniform Road Paving Standards New analysis shows standardizing
TARBA Advocacy Leads to Faster Approvals and Clearer Rules for Oversize/Overweight Permits
Metrolinx In January 2025, contractors received notice that all applications for single trip oversize/overweight load permits submitted to the City of
OPSS Standardization
Ontario’s 444 municipalities build roads in just as many different ways — leading to inefficiencies, design and construction delays, and higher costs. The solution is simple: standardize through the OPSS.MUNI.