The Voice of OpenShop Construction
Championing Fairness in Ontario’s Construction Industry
Since 1990, Merit Ontario has supported the province’s open shop construction sector. As a member-driven, mixed-trade association, we promote fairness, transparency, and opportunity across the industry. Our mission is to support contractors who believe in a merit-based path to success.
What We Stand For
We advocate for sound legislation and fair regulation. Our focus includes labor relations, apprenticeship training, worker’s compensation, and workplace safety. We believe that government contracts should go to the lowest qualified bidder. This approach encourages fiscal responsibility and fair competition.
Why Join Merit Ontario?
Joining Merit Ontario means becoming part of a community that values fairness, growth, and opportunity.
- Comprehensive Benefit Plans
We provide affordable and flexible benefit plans for over 60,000 field and shop employees. These plans include health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage. - Training and Development
Our Training Resource Centre offers safety programs, apprenticeship pathways, and skills upgrading to help your team grow. - Apprenticeship Support
We help employers attract and retain job-ready apprentices. Our team supports both employers and apprentices from registration to certification. - Advocacy and Representation
We represent your voice in discussions with the government and regulatory bodies. Our goal is to shape policies that support open shop values. - Workforce Development
Our job board and Talent Specialists help you find skilled workers quickly and efficiently. - Networking and Events
Stay connected through industry news, our annual golf tournament, and skilled trades conferences.
Membership Options
- Benefit Members: Enroll in our benefit plans and support our vision.
- General Members: Join our advocacy efforts and help shape the future of construction in Ontario.
- Affiliate Members: Offer services or products to contractors and access exclusive opportunities.
Looking Ahead
We envision a construction industry where open shop contractors thrive in a fair and competitive environment. At Merit Ontario, we are not just building a stronger future for Ontario’s construction workforce.