Championing Fairness in Ontario’s Construction Industry

Since its establishment in 1990, the Merit OpenShop Contractors Association has actively promoted fairness and transparency in Ontario’s construction industry. Initially known as the United Independent Contractors’ Group of Ontario, we push for fair laws and policies. These benefit employers and employees in critical areas like labor relations, apprenticeship training, worker’s compensation, and safety.

Why Join Merit?

Joining the Merit OpenShop Contractors Association guarantees you so many amazing benefits.

Membership Categories for Every Need

We offer several membership types to suit your involvement and commitment level:

Our Vision for the Future

We envision a construction industry where open-shop contractors thrive in a fair, competitive environment. Our commitment is to foster a merit-based success framework, which is fundamental for the prosperity and economic growth of the industry. A healthy trade industry is vital for our province and our country!

Training and Development

Our Training Resource Centre is crucial for advancing the skills of construction workers, promoting industry progression, and ensuring a safe working environment through comprehensive safety and supervisory training.

Facilitating Apprenticeship Pathways

We’re committed to helping businesses attract job-ready apprentices, offering solid support to employers and apprentices to meet the industry’s demand for skilled professionals. This solidly supports employers and apprentices in meeting the industry’s demand for skilled professionals.

Join Our Mission

Our community values growth, safety, and fairness more than anything. Become a part of a community where growth, safety, and fairness are paramount. Not only are we building structures, but we’re also building a future for the Ontario construction industry.

When you join Merit, you’re not just becoming a member but embarking on a journey to build a brighter future for Ontario’s construction industry.