CCE 2025 Education Schedule

Have a look below for more details on Conference Sessions, Stage Presentations, and Demonstrations at the 7th Annual Canadian Concrete Expo. 

All Conference Sessions require advanced paid registration. Stage Presentations and Demonstrations are included with show admission.

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Wednesday Feb 12, 2025

Conference Sessions
10:00 am

The Value of Membership in a Trade Association

Trade associations like The Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association can be ideal for highly specialized skilled trades. The member companies form a true voice for... Read more
Mike Orzechowski, PE, Engineering Manager – Equipment at DITEQ Corp., Immediate Past President of CSDA, Chairman of the CSDA Standards and Specifications Committee
Mike Orzechowski, PE
50 minutes
Room C
$50 plus hst
Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association
Conference Sessions
10:15 am

What is “Good Culture” Anyways?

This session challenges outdated workplace culture, showing why it's no longer an afterthought. Jonathan explores the evolving power of presence and how to attract, retain,... Read more
Jonathan Cinelli, 309A, PMP, ACC, Educator and Coach, People First Leadership
Jonathan Cinelli, 309A, PMP, ACC
50 minutes
Room D
$50 plus hst
People First Leadership
Conference Sessions
10:45 am

Maximizing Lifecycle Expectations with Protective and Secondary Containment Linings on Concrete Surfaces

This session will present the current protective lining technology used for lining concrete tanks and reservoirs in water storage, wastewater treatment, sewer collection, food and... Read more
Murray Heywood, Principal Consultant, Corrosion Probe Inc (CPI)
Murray Heywood
Dave Walker, Coatings Consultant, Tnemec
Dave Walker
Yanick Croteau, Project Development Manager, Sherwin Williams
Yanick Croteau
Eric Zimmerman, National Business Development Manager, Carboline
Eric Zimmerman
Kevin Morris, Director, Strategic Segments and Business Development, PPG
Kevin Morris
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
LiUNA
Conference Sessions
12:15 pm

Exploring Tilt-Up

Tilt-up construction, renowned globally for its efficiency in building large-scale structures, boasts a rich history deeply embedded in serious architectural practice. This presentation delves into... Read more
Mitch Bloomquist, Executive Director, Tilt-Up Concrete Association
Mitch Bloomquist
50 minutes
Room B
$50 plus hst
Tilt-Up Concrete Association
Stage Presentations
12:30 pm

DokaXlight – Live Show

The New Dimension in Handset Forming: DokaXlight – The Ultralight, Universal Aluminum Handset System Weighing just 22.6 kg (50 lbs) per main panel (0.75 x... Read more
Tim Silver , Senior Account Manager, Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee
Tim Silver
David Thomas, Account Manager, Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee
David Thomas
50 minutes
OPCMIA Stage
Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee
Conference Sessions
1:15 pm

Advancing Beyond Net-Zero Construction with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF)

The Wellington East Business Centre represents Canada’s largest office building to pursue beyond net-zero standards. This four-story commercial structure integrates solar energy capture and advanced... Read more
Alen Keri, Director of Technical Services, Concrete Ontario
Alen Keri
Eric Lemaire, Canadian Commercial Development Manager, Tremco Canada Division, RPM Canada
Eric Lemaire
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
Concrete Ontario
Stage Presentations
1:45 pm

The Future of Industrial Concrete Floor Slabs

In the warehousing industry, including cold storage, the racking and material handling equipment have evolved and changed drastically but the not the good old concrete... Read more
Bernard Bouhon, Owner/Managing Partner, Performance Structural Concrete Solutions, LLC
Bernard Bouhon
50 minutes
OPCMIA Stage
Performance Structural Concrete Solutions, LLC (PSCS)
Conference Sessions
1:45 pm

Selecting The Correct Floor Coating and General Concrete Coating to Maximize Durability

This session will present the best practices for selecting floor coating options for industrial, commercial and institutional floor applications, including the functional and aesthetic characteristics... Read more
Murray Heywood, Principal Consultant, Corrosion Probe Inc (CPI)
Murray Heywood
Dave Walker, Coatings Consultant, Tnemec
Dave Walker
Dave Smith, Flooring Technical Representative, Sherwin Williams
Dave Smith
Eric Zimmerman, National Business Development Manager, Carboline
Eric Zimmerman
Kevin Morris, Director, Strategic Segments and Business Development, PPG
Kevin Morris
50 minutes
Room C
$50 plus hst
LiUNA
Conference Sessions
2:00 pm

Understanding the Concrete Pump Landscape in Ontario

Communicating the available materials and resources to ensure employer responsibilities are met. Understanding the applicable legislation and available resources that apply to concrete pumpers in... Read more
Ryan Wilbee, Health and Safety Manager, Wuis Group of Companies
Ryan Wilbee
Craig Agar, V.P. of Operations, Pumpcrete Corp
Craig Agar
50 minutes
Room D
$50 plus hst
Concrete Pumping Association of Ontario
Conference Sessions
2:30 pm

Women in Concrete: Building Futures and Breaking Barriers

Join the ACI Ontario Chapter in a panel discussion with accomplished women and allies who will share their passion and experiences that have made them extraordinary leaders. The discussion will summarize... Read more
Andrea Boddy, Panel Moderator, Andrea Boddy Consulting
Andrea Boddy
Maria Camila Castro Garrido, Building and Material Sciences Specialist, EllisDon
Maria Camila Castro Garrido
Stacia Van Zetten, CSO + Co Founder, EXACT Technology
Stacia Van Zetten
David Kelly, President, Innocon
David Kelly
Manisha Nijhawan, Supervisor of Laboratories and Quality Control, Dufferin Concrete
Manisha Nijhawan
Tiffany Ongtenco, General Manager, Northfleet Group Inc.
Tiffany Ongtenco
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
American Concrete Institute - Ontario Chapter
Stage Presentations
3:00 pm

ICF Construction – How does it fit in?

This event will focus on an introduction to Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) and associated building practices. Attendees can expect to receive information ranging from ICF... Read more
Eric Lemaire , Canadian Commercial Development Manager
Eric Lemaire
50 minutes
OPCMIA Stage
Nudura, part of Tremco Construction Products Group
Conference Sessions
3:00 pm

ICFMA Part 9 Prescriptive Design Manual for Residential ICF Construction in Canada

This session will cover designing ICF Homes to the latest Canadian Codes and Standards in the following areas: ICFMA Design Manual Applications Design Parameters Accommodating... Read more
James Robinson, Senior Technical Trainer, Tremco Canada
James Robinson
Robert Sculthorpe, P.Eng., LEED AP, Technical Specialist, ICFMA
Robert Sculthorpe, P.Eng., LEED AP
50 minutes
Room C
$50 plus hst
Insulating Concrete Forms Manufacturing Association

Thursday Feb 13, 2025

Conference Sessions
9:30 am

Impact of Recent/Upcoming Updates to Codes and Standards in the Rebar Industry

Join us for an overview of recent and upcoming updates to the 2024 CSA Code and other relevant standards/codes in relation to the rebar industry.... Read more
Edward Wilczynski, General Manager – Canada and Northeast, HRC - Headed Reinforcement Corporation
Edward Wilczynski
Rick Dozzi, VP of Engineering, Canadian BBR Inc.
Rick Dozzi
Nathan Buccella, Post Tensioning Engineer, Canadian BBR Inc.
Nathan Buccella
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
RSIC – Reinforcing Steel Institute of Canada
Conference Sessions
10:00 am

Design Long-Term Protection for Structural Rehabilitation

As the popularity of corrosion protection for reinforced repair increases, designing long-term protection for structural rehabilitation has becoming more and more important for design engineers... Read more
Liao Haixue, P.E., P.Eng., CP Specialist, Vector Corrosion Technologies
Liao Haixue, P.E., P.Eng.
50 minutes
Room C
$50 plus hst
Canada Structural Engineers Association
Conference Sessions
10:45 am

The Future of Concrete is Education!

What is the main challenge for the concrete industry? Is it carboneutrality? Material innovation? Or other fancy topic? Or it is just our workforce? For... Read more
Luc Bédard, ing., M.Ing., M.B.A., directeur général, Association béton Québec
Luc Bédard, ing., M.Ing., M.B.A.
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
Association béton Québec
Conference Sessions
11:00 am

Are You Ready For The Next Round?

In the ever-evolving construction industry, each new challenge is like stepping into a fresh round. How agile is your business in facing what’s next? This... Read more
Jeff MacIntyre, President, Grand Valley Construction Association
Jeff MacIntyre
Mandy Bujold, Manager of Industry and Community Partnerships, Grand Valley Construction Association
Mandy Bujold
50 minutes
Room B
$50 plus hst
Grand Valley Construction Association
Conference Sessions
11:15 am

The Silica Control Tool: A free online tool to protect lung health

Construction workers and employers in British Columbia, Ontario, and New Brunswick can access a free online resource to help protect workers from inhaling airborne silica... Read more
Melanie Gorman Ng, Health and Exposure Scientist, BC Construction Safety Alliance
Melanie Gorman Ng
Meghan Friesen, Occupational Hygienist, Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers
Meghan Friesen
50 minutes
Room C
$50 plus hst
BC Construction Safety Alliance & Occupational Health Clinics for Ontario Workers Inc.
Conference Sessions
12:00 pm

Concrete Durability 101: Essentials for Long Lasting Structures

Concrete durability is essential for constructing structures that withstand the challenges of real-world conditions, reducing maintenance costs, and extending service life. This presentation introduces the... Read more
Ted Moffatt, Ph.D., P.Eng, Senior Materials Engineer – Concrete Technology, Harbourside Engineering Group
Ted Moffatt, Ph.D., P.Eng
50 minutes
Room A
$50 plus hst
American Concrete Institute - Atlantic Chapter
Conference Sessions
12:15 pm

The Industrial Revolution of Embodied Carbon

The Cement Association of Canada will provide an educational session on the fundamentals of embodied carbon in cement, concrete, masonry, and precast concrete. Attendees will... Read more
Rob Cooney, Vice President Construction innovation, Cement Association of Canada
Rob Cooney
50 minutes
Room B
$50 plus hst
Cement Association of Canada
Stage Presentations
1:00 pm

DokaXlight – Live Show

The New Dimension in Handset Forming: DokaXlight – The Ultralight, Universal Aluminum Handset System Weighing just 22.6 kg (50 lbs) per main panel (0.75 x... Read more
Tim Silver , Senior Account Manager, Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee
Tim Silver
David Thomas, Account Manager, Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee
David Thomas
50 minutes
OPCMIA Stage
Doka Canada Ltd./Ltee