b'Chairs Message OIRCABoard of DirectorsChair of the Board Mike Godfrey Godfrey Roofing Inc.How OIRCA MembershipPast President Jason Campbell Dean Chandler Roofing Ltd.First Vice Chair Mark Mollison Conestoga Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd.Helps Protect Building Second Vice Chair Ryan Warner Covertite Eastern Ltd.Director Joel Dandel Dantech Building Technologies Inc.Director Owners from Roofing RisksMarinos Barlas Schreiber Brothers Ltd.Director Mark Agius Flynn CanadaDirector David Rauth By Mike Godfrey, Chair of the Board, OIRCARauth Roofing LimitedDirector Doug Maikawa Ais one of the most important parts of any building. It protectsSafety Is a Key Part of the Process Trio Roofing Systems Inc.roofDirector everything inside. Roofing work involves risk. Falls, injuries and other hazards can occurDarcy Beites Roofing contractors bring a wide range of skills and experience towhen safety is not properly managed. Douro Roofing Sheet Metal Contractors Ltd.their work. The most qualified firms have strong technical knowledge, prov- Director OIRCA has strict safety requirements. Members must maintain properJoe DiBratto en safety practices and the financial stability to complete projects properly.health and safety programs. They must also show a solid safety record. TheApplewood Roofing & Sheet Metal Ltd.They also stand behind their work and remain accountable long after the jobassociation reviews members WSIB records, safety performance and train- Director is done. Mary Smith A well-executed roofing project protects the building and helps avoiding programs. Soprema Inc.costly repairs down the road. Choosing a qualified contractor ensures theFor building owners, this reduces the chance of having a project shutONTARIO ROOFING NEWS is a market-roof performs as intended, giving building owners peace of mind and long- down due to safety violations. It also protects you from liability if some- ing and information periodical published for the term value. That is why many architects, engineers and consultants specifything goes wrong. Ontario Industrial Roofing Contractors Association by MediaEdge Publishing. that roofing contractors must be members of the Ontario Industrial RoofingAdvertising in ONTARIO ROOFING NEWSContractors Association (OIRCA). It is one of the most effective ways toWhy This Matters for Specifications is restricted to the member companies of OIRCA.reduce risk. Many consultants already write OIRCA membership into their roof- Published for:OIRCA members must go through a rigorous process to join the associa- ing specifications. When OIRCA membership is required, it gives owners tion. They must also maintain high standards to keep their membership. Thisan added layer of protection. You know that any contractor bidding on the Ontario Industrial Roofing Contractors Associationarticle explains what that process looks like, and why it protects yourproject. project has been vetted for safety, financial strength and workmanship. 190 Attwell Drive, Suite 350Requiring OIRCA membership reduces the risk of low-quality contrac- Toronto, ON lM9W 6H8OIRCA Membership Is Earned Tel: (416) 695-4114 l Toll Free: 1 (888) 33-OIRCAtors. It also gives you a clear path if there are problems later. The OIRCAoirca@ontarioroofing.comMembership is not automatic. Contractors must first submit a detailedholds its members accountable, and owners have a respected associationwww.ontarioroofing.comapplication. The application is not a formality. It includes strict checks onthey can turn to if issues arise. Published by:many key areas, including: Financial strength and stability; The Risk of Skipping Prequalification Safety record and performance; 33 South Station St. l North York, ON l M9N 2B2 Technical ability and training of staff; Some owners choose to leave prequalification out of their specs. TheyTel: (866) 480-4717 l Email: robertt@mediaedge.ca Insurance coverage; may think they are saving money by allowing a wider range of bidders, but531 Marion St. l Winnipeg, MB l R2J 0J9 History of legal or regulatory issues; and choosing a qualified contractor helps ensure the roof is built to last, reduc- Tel: (866) 201-3096 l Fax: (204) 480-4420 Past project experience and references. ing the likelihood of future issues and costly repairs. It also gives buildingwww.mediaedgepublishing.comPresident OIRCAs process is designed to recognize and support the most qualifiedowners confidence that their contractor will be there to support them if anyKevin Brownand responsible contractors. Those who achieve membership have demon- concerns arise. Senior Vice President l Publisher Robert Thompsonstrated their commitment to quality, safety and professionalism, which ben- Investing in a qualified contractor from the start helps avoid unneces- Sales / Branch Manager efits everyone involved in the project. sary delays and additional costs, keeping the project on track and on budget.Nancie PrivSenior Editor When you specify OIRCA membership, you hedge against risk. Justyne EsseryOIRCA Reviews Every Member Senior Design Specialist Approval is not a one-time event. OIRCA members are subject to regularConclusion Marisa GiesbrechtDesign Specialist review and auditing. The association monitors members to ensure they con- A roof is a key part of any building, and it deserves the right expertise.Bethany Giesbrechttinue to meet the required standards. National Sales Executive If a member falls behind on safety, fails to maintain proper insurance orWhen you hire a contractor, you want confidence that they have the fi- Pat Johnstonnancial strength to complete the project, the skill to deliver quality workAll rights reserved. The contents of this publication may performs poor-quality work, they can be removed from membership. Theand a strong focus on safety. You also want to know they will stand behindnot be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, OIRCA holds its members to account, and that protects building owners. without the prior consent of the publisher. theirwork. Published July 2025The Importance of Workmanship Audits OIRCA membership helps provide that confidence. Through a rigorousPublication Agreement #40787580One of the key protections for project owners is the OIRCA workman- membership process, ongoing auditing, workmanship inspections and safe- Ontario Roofing News is printed on 10%ty checks, the OIRCA gives building owners an added layer of assurance. post-consumer FSC certified paper using soyaship audit program. The association inspects a sample of member projects ev- based inks. When necessary to mail an issueery year. These are not superficial checks. The in-progress inspections focusin an enclosure, we use an environmentally-Requiring OIRCA membership in your roofing specification supportsfriendly,100% oxo-degradable poly-wrap.on actual workmanship, quality of installation and compliance with standards. quality outcomes and helps your project succeed. That is why many of the As an owner, this means that when you specify an OIRCA member, youtop specifications in Ontario include this requirement. It is a simple stepPlease return undeliverable copies to:are getting a contractor whose work has been verified, not just promised. that helps protect your investment and supports a stronger roofing industry. 190 Attwell Drive, Suite 350, Toronto, ONM9W 6H88ONTARIO ROOFING NEWSISSUE 2 2025 THE ONLY SOURCE FOR PROFESSIONAL ICI ROOFING CONTRACTORS IN ONTARIO ORN'