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Good Roads is a municipal association concerned with the advancement of roads and other infrastructure in Ontario. We have been devoted to the cause since 1894.

1525 Cornwall Road, Oakville
Joined July 2009
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Strong Towns President Chuck Marohn takes the stage at #GoodRoads2022 and speaks to delegates about how road design affects driver behaviour.
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OGRA is pleased to announce that Tom Nichols, also known as @RadioFreeTom , will provide a keynote address at #OGRA2019 . Tom is the author of "The Death of Expertise: The Campaign Against Established Knowledge and Why It Matters". Register today to secure your spot! #cdnmuni
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Join us on Feb 27 in Toronto for a discussion on active transportation and urban planning #CycleTO #CycleON #cycling
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Thank you @RadioFreeTom for your insightful presentation this morning #OGRA2019
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Congratulations to our newest Board Members: Kelly Elliott ( @kellyelliottmcm ), Aakash Desai ( @DeputyDesai ), Cheryl Fort ( @cheryltfort ), Donna Jebb ( @JebbWard5 ), and John Parsons!
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The OGRA is pleased to announce its incoming Executive Director. Please join us in congratulating Scott Butler, details in the attached news release #onpoli #localgov #cdnmedia #ThursdayThoughts #thursdayvibes
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Good Roads recognizes municipal members across the Province who have dedicated their careers to building the “good roads” that all Ontarians rely on for connection, prosperity & growth. Congrats to John Farrell. Receiving his service award for 43 years from Good Roads. #localgov
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OGRA has just launched in-room child care for our 2020 conference. We've partnered with a provider for parents who wish to attend our 2020 OGRA Conference. We've heard from our members & we have responded, you can find the details here #CDNmuni #onpoli
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OGRA welcomes our new Executive Director Scott Butler. We are looking forward to continued success and the new direction you bring. #welcome #onpoli #cdnmuni #localgov #thursdaymotivation #cdnpoli
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Great way to kick off our conference with @ONTatwork and an announcement from the Hon. Monte McNaughton. Investing in e-learning in the infrastructure sector. #localgov #onpoli #publicworks #goodroads2022
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Getting ready for a great conference! Can’t wait to see you all soon! #onpoli #cdnmuni #localgov #ogra2020
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OGRA would like to thank all those who continue to work during this pandemic, especially those in public works, those who collect our recycling & garbage, keep our roads safe, those keeping the lights on! We thank you. Stay safe. #onpoli #localgov #wednesdaythoughts #cdnmuni
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The municipal employees of tomorrow hearing from the experts of today. Drop into the Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum to speak with students considering a career in the municipal sector #GoodRoads2022
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Thank you @shawnmicallef for helping to raise awareness of the issue of excessive salt use. Striking the right balance between road safety and salt use is key. #onmuni #roadsafety #salt
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Another year, another Conference. OGRA would like to thanks the many exhibitors, speakers, delegates, and you for making this a great conference. See you next year! #OGRA2020 #onmuni
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Happy #PEngDay to all of the professional engineers in Ontario. Thank you for all that you do to keep our province safe. #localgov #onpoli #mondaymotivation #Engineering
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Thanks to @MonteMcNaughton for opening remarks during our advocacy day event. #onpoli #localgov #cdnmuni
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OGRA welcomes our new board members to an orientation at the OGRA head office. Welcome to the OGRA Board @DeputyDesai (Aakash Desai), @cheryltfort (Cheryl Fort), @kellyelliottmcm (Kelly Elliott), and @JebbWard5 (Donna Jeb)
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Good Roads 2024 Conference welcomes Katharine Hayhoe as a Keynote Speaker @KHayhoe . She is an atmospheric scientist. Learn more about the 2024 Conference here: #GoodRoadsConference #Ontario #Localgov #onpoli #Cdnmuni #OnMuni #Publicworks #RoadSafety
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It's #LocalGovWeek Let's recognize all the hard work and important role it plays in our communities. From roads to recreational centres, waste and recycling collection, to snow removal and more. We say #ThankYou #localgov #CDNmuni #MondayMotivation
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The Good Roads office just got a facelift with a new sign in the new branding and it looks fabulous!
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Ontario Good Roads Association Welcomes the 2020/2021 Board of Directors - congrats & you can read more about the BOD here! #localgov #onpoli #CDNmuni @kellyelliottmcm @cheryltfort @Ainslie_Ward24 @jsparsonslondon @JebbWard5 @DeputyDesai
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It was a pleasure meeting with Minister Caroline Mulroney and the team at MTO. Good Roads and its members appreciate the partnership with the province. #GoodRoads2022
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Today is our Executive Director’s last day with OGRA. We wish him well in his retirement. All the best Joe! @The_Silverbacks #cdnmuni #localgov #retirement #TuesdayMotivation
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View from our control room, as OGRA is set to launch Conference 2021! Join us! #OGRA2021 #localgov #Cdnmuni #onpoli
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At our 2020 conference, we plan on Viking Biking - more innovative ways to utilize infrastructure & mobility. New snow-clearing method allows Montreal cyclists to 'really see the asphalt' | CBC News
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Jess Spieker speaks about her own experience of road violence and the tough recovery process that followed #onpoli #VisionZero #roadsafety
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Good Roads Conference has kicked off! @NatashaWalli @MUI_UofT Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum. Going to be a great four days. #goodroads #ontario #onpoli #cdnmuni
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If you missed the Getting Cycling Right event with @copenhagenize , read this @dandyhorse summary #BikeTO #OGRA2017
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Good morning Good Roads. It's a beautiful day for advocacy at Queen's Park.
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Green Party Leader @MikeSchreiner calls on provincial government to not cut Ontario Municipal Partnership Fund in provincial budget #OGRA2019
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OGRA's Scott Butler states support for this PMB and says road safety is a non-partisan issue #onpoli #roadsafety #localgov
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Vision Zero Cycling Tour of Toronto during the 2024 Good Roads Conference. Offsite learning about road safety for all road users. #visionZero #ontario #toronto #cycling #publicworks
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Thank you to Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Infrastructure Amarjot Sandhu for speaking to Good Roads members this morning in Toronto. We are proud to partner with the Ministry of Infrastructure to help Ontario municipalities. #GoodRoads2022
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Talking about winter operations and liability with @IntactPE and @BLGLaw @ThomasBarakat #localgov #cdnmuni #winterops2021
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We wanted to share a creative idea from the County of Peterborough’s Infrastructure Services Department. They wanted to help spread the word about COVID-19 & steps to help flatten the curve to the general public and staff. Well done. #COVID19ON #localgov #onpoli #TuesdayThoughts
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Stop by the Good Roads booth during the @AMOPolicy conference. We will be here until the evening. #AMO2022 #localgov #cdnmuni
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Are you downtown ⁦ @cityoftoronto ⁩ ⁦ @FairmontRYH ⁩? Why not? Ogra 2020 conference is now underway! #onpoli #localgov
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Tweet with us during the 2018 OGRA Conference using #OGRA2018
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Good Roads Conference Date Change. Mark your calendars, the Good Roads Conference will be held on Sunday, April 10 – Wednesday, April 13, 2022, at the @FairmontRYH #Toronto . For more info visit, #goodroads2022 #localgov #cdnmuni #onpoli #publicworks
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As International Volunteer Day Approaches on Dec. 5, we honour OGRA's volunteers. We will feature one volunteer every day this week. Stay tuned for a special tribute video to our dedicated volunteers. Today we feature Joe Reid - thank you Joe! #cdnmuni #Localgov #volunteering
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Tweet with us at the 2019 OGRA Conference using the hashtag #OGRA2019
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The Working in Public Works Student Forum is now underway! Come on down at 4:15 to network with tomorrow's municipal leaders #OGRA2020
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It's a beautiful day for the opening of the #GoodRoads2022 Conference. Grab a coffee and join us in the Canadian Room at 8:45.
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Dr. James Orbinski taking the stage talking about global forces and how they present challenges in Ontario and our municipalities. #ogra2020 #MondayMotivaton #onpoli #localgov
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"Municipalities agree on the need for better training and methods for fixing potholes..." #cdnmuni #onmuni #roads
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Final meeting of the day. Excellent discussions with @SteveClarkPC . Thanks for meeting with us to discuss these important issues to Ontario Municipalities. #VisionZero #onpoli #cdnmedia
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Join us at booth 500 to talk rural road safety! #ROMA2023
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Congratulations to @kellyelliottmcm for being elected to @FCM_online Board of Directors! Plus, congrats to OGRA's Past President @mayorjoannevdh for being FCM's 1st VP! #localgov #Cdnmuni #FridayMotivation #onpoli
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Get ready for Sunday, the kick-off to the 2022 Good Roads Conference begins. Opening reception starts Sunday, opening ceremonies on Monday, with keynotes, a tradeshow. Happening April 10 - 13, 2022 at the @FairmontRYH in #Toronto . #GoodRoads2022 #localgov
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May 5th is National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls. Today we wear red to show our support, #localgov #onpoli #cdnmuni #MMIWGActionNow
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OGRA’s award winning snow school is happening now in Alliston. @CTVBarrieNews @NottawasagaInn @JebbWard5
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OGRA Past President and @FCM_online 2nd VP Joanne Vanderheyden addresses OGRA delegates - and gives a shout-out to @MonteMcNaughton for his support #OGRA2020
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Guelph Road School has kicked off @uofg . GR Board President @jsparsonslondon gives opening remarks at TJ Mahoney. Let the learning begin. @AORS_Official #localgov #cdnmuni #publicworks #RoadSafety #Construction #ontario
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Tweet with us at the 2020 OGRA Conference using #OGRA2020 .
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Kathleen Law of Pollinator Partnership Canada explains how municipal road managers can save habitats while also reducing maintenance costs #OGRA2020
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Hello #onpoli ! Members of OGRA will be at Queen's Park today for our annual advocacy day. We'll be discussing municipal asset management, joint and several liability reform, and Vision Zero with MPPs from all parties. If you see us, come say hello!
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Packed house for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Good Roads Conference. #localgov #onpoli #goodroads #publicworks #RoadSafety
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Welcome @OntarioFarms to the Showcase Stage and talking about safe rural roads and large farm vehicles on the roads. #GoodRoads2022 #localgov #cdnmuni #onpoli
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Packed house for @fordnation at the 130th edition of the Good Roads Conference. #onpoli #cdnmuni #ontario #localgov #goodroads
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Sign of the times! OGRA is working for its members and holding Board meetings via video conference. #FlattenTheCurve #onpoli #COVID19 #localgov #thursdayvibes
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It's always a pleasure to sit down and discuss #VisionZero , MCEA Reform, and Recycled Aggregate with @jennkfrench #onpoli #localgov #cdnmedia
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It's with mixed feelings we announce the upcoming retirement of Executive Director, Joe Tiernay from the OGRA. Joe has been an advocate for the municipal sector & shaping the OGRA to what it has become today. More details in the attached release, #onpoli
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A day well spent at Queen's Park yesterday discussing important issues affecting Ontario municipalities #onpoli #onmuni #localgov
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Good Roads Executive Director Scott Butler sits down for a fireside chat with @fordnation at the 2023 #GoodRoadsConference
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Productive meeting with @WillBoumaBrant talking about Recycled Aggregate, MCEA reform, and #VisionZero #onpoli #cdnmedia
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Great meeting today with @RudyCuzzetto talking about safer rural roads and reclaimed asphalt pavement. #onpoli #localgov #roads
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Habs or Leafs?! I’m saying leafs! Drop by Asset Management Central for your chance to win an official NHL jersey at #OGRA2020 ! #onpoli #localgov
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Good Roads Executive Director Scott Butler sits down for a fireside chat with @OntarioNDP leader @maritstiles at the 2023 #GoodRoadsConference . #ONpoli
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Thank you to Elders Vince and Donna for honouring is with a smudging ceremony before our opening ceremonies! #ogra2020 #onpoli #MondayMotivation #localgov
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The 2019 OGRA Conference begins today with some important sessions underway this afternoon. Be sure to check out the Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum, the Small Town Forum, or OAPC’s Top 10 List: Ways To Get More Durable HMA Pavements! #OGRA2019
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The elves are very busy at OGRA. From everyone at OGRA we wish you a safe and happy holiday season! Enjoy the video, . Stay safe on the roads. #onpoli #CDNmuni #localgov #happyholidays2019 #HappyHolidays #MondayMotivation
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Thanks to @MunicipalWorld for this feature on OGRA’s E.D. Joe Tiernay and his life long career dedicated to the municipal sector. #onpoli #localgov #FridayThoughts #FridayMotivation #cdnmuni
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MUNICIPAL WORLD
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Joe Tiernay recently announced his plans to retire as #ExecutiveDirector of @Ont_Good_Roads , a role he has held since 2005. Read more about Tiernay’s journey in the #municipal sector, within Canada and beyond. #infrastructure #roads #localgov #cdnmuni
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Ontario Minister of Transportation @JeffYurekMPP closes out Day 2 of #OGRA2019
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Why should you attend the 2021 virtual OGRA conference? Check out our video to answer that question about the many benefits of our conference. To view the full complete video and register, visit #localgov #onpoli #CDNmuni #Conference
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Come visit us at @AMOPolicy booth #117 , right as you enter the plenary main stage. #AMO2023 #ontario #onpoli #cdnmuni #localgov
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Release: Good Roads Concludes Successful In-Person 2022 Conference #GoodRoads2022 #cdnmedia #onpoli #localgov
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Good Roads discusses reclaimed asphalt pavement with @jennkfrench during advocacy day at Queen's Park.
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OGRA knows how to pick entertainment at our 2017 conference. @MegPatrickMusic walked away with 4 CMAO awards. Congrats Meaghan
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Congrats to @MegPatrickMusic on winning the Rising Star award – sponsored by @SlaightMusic ! #CMAONTARIO17
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Need help figuring out where to go? Speak with one of our friendly ambassadors and they'll help you be on your way #OGRA2019
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OGRA will be exhibiting at @AMCTO_Policy conference. Be sure to stop in and visit us June 14-16 and learn all about OGRA, and how we help build better communities and help our members succeed. #RISE2021 #localgov #onpoli #cdnmuni
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Speaking with @mikeharrisjrpc during advocacy day. Excellent conversation. Thanks for taking the time to meet! #cdnpoli #VisionZero #onpoli
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OGRA Executive Committee meeting today. OGRA is still working for its members. #flattenthecurve #covid19canada #CDNmuni #cdnpoli #onpoli #localgov
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Today we honour the lost children and Survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. #TruthAndReconciliation #TruthandReconciliationDay #EveryChildMatters #OrangeShirtDay2021 #OrangeShirtDay #localgov #cdnmuni
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Do you know somebody considering a career in municipal government? 🙋 Tell them to register for the Emerging Municipal Leaders Forum at the 2018 OGRA Conference! Our rockstar panel will explain what to expect & answer questions #OGRA2018 #localgov #cdnmuni
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Did you know? It was only in 1942 when it became possible to drive completely across the country on Canadian roads, when a final 246-km stretch of gravel highway was constructed in northern Ontario. #drive #didyouknow #country #interestingfacts #canadian
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. @Sean_YYZ kicks off the Intercity Connectivity in Smaller Communities workshop by discussing his trips around Ontario without an automobile at #OGRA2020
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Introducing the new GRQ. This first edition looks at municipal insurance rates, roundabouts, & The MOMS Act. #localgov #cdnmuni #onpoli #onmuni #magazine #publication #publicworks #engineering #RoadSafety #roads
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OGRA President Chris Traini presents Jenny McGregor from @unitedwaylm with backpacks donated by the Board and Staff for the at OGRA's June Board meetings held in London/Middlesex.
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It's time for The Final Word. Let's hear your questions! #GoodRoads2022
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Join Good Roads & GroundWorx Equipment Training @yellowhorse124 at the National Heavy Equipment Show @NTLHeavyEquip until Friday. Stop by our booth ( #1223 ) & learn about our training/education courses. #localgov #publicworks #construction #municipal #infrastructure #Training
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Congratulations to @mayorjoannevdh
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Congratulations to Joanne Vanderheyden, FCM’s new president. @mayorjoannevdh is the mayor of the Municipality of Strathroy-Caradoc, Ontario and has been FCM’s Board of Directors since 2015.
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OGRA would like to acknowledge & thank all its volunteer instructors who make our training & education courses possible. Your passion & dedication is paramount to building better communities.From all of us-Thank You! #NationalVolunteerWeek #VolunteersBringChange #NVW2021 #cdnmuni
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