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Merit Ontario is a member driven, non-profit Association representing open shop (non-union) construction companies across Ontario. Merit Open Shop contractors represent 74%* of Ontario’s construction workforce - the majority of Ontario's construction industry. Merit Ontario brings together these individual contractors through delivering the best possible safety and human resource programs.
Merit employers believe in developing a loyal and highly skilled workforce. Our member companies engage and retain employees by enrolling in our strong Merit Ontario group benefits, retirement plans and training. The Merit HourBank, Office and Flex plans and the Merit affinity programs represent savings and peace of mind for Merit businesses, their employees and their families.
Merit Ontario advocates for the interests of the majority of Ontario's contractors at the governmental and public policy levels. Together, our businesses have a strong and united voice when speaking about their issues with government. Our purpose is to promote the interests of Merit employers and their employees, dispelling the belief that construction labour is primarily union. We educate and develop strong relationships to allow for fair bidding and equal opportunity at the municipal, provincial and federal levels of government.
Our Values
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Safety As Our Top Priority
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Transparency, Integrity and Professionalism In All We Do
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Equitable Treatment For All Employees
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Open and Fair Working Conditions
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Entrenched Employee Rights
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Equitable Hiring For All Employees
* Source: Ontario Construction Secretariat – March 2011 Survey of Ontario’s ICI Construction Industry
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