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PANAMA CITY, PANAMATHE WESTIN PLAYA BONITA

Ontario Sewer & WatermainConstruction Association



3OSWCA I 46TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM

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WELCOME MESSAGES

OSWCA 2016 PRESIDENT SAM MORRA

On behalf of Ontario Sewer & Watermain Construction Association (OSWCA) Board of Directors, I would like to welcome all delegates to the 2017 Annual Conference in the warm and tropical Panama City, Panama. This year’s program offers seminars and events for everyone to enjoy and I encourage you to participate fully.

It has been a privilege to serve as your 2016 President and I look forward to continued growth and success of the OSWCA.

OSWCA 2017 PRESIDENT & CONFERENCE CHAIR HARRY BAUMAN

Creating new business opportunities for our members is a founding goal of the OSWCA. This year’s conference has a great lineup of speakers and sessions designed to create an atmosphere conducive to fostering new relationships and business opportunities. Please take this occasion to meet new people and strike up new business relationships because together we will continue to grow and prosper.

I am honoured to serve as your 2017 President and I look forward to meeting everyone!

WELCOME MESSAGES

OSWCA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR GIOVANNI CAUTILLO

It is with great pleasure that I welcome all delegates to OSWCA’s 46th Annual Conference in Panama City. This year’s conference is an opportunity for attendees to gain knowledge and insight into OSWCA’s initiatives and to provide input and voice your issues and concerns. We welcome you to take part in networking opportunities, events and sessions we have lined up and to enjoy the tropical surroundings.

Best wishes for a memorable conference and remember that Clean Water is Everyone’s Business!

Enjoy the conference!


BOARD OF DIRECTORS

*R.E. Bandiera*H.C. MacCallumH.E. Seegmiller*T.B. RuscicaA. BadnerR.J. McTavishS. DiGioacchino*G. JenkinsD. MarslandR.J. SmithD. Patterson J. Taggart R. Nicli J. D. Roy

*D. CasconeM. PoceB. Newman P. K. FaberM. RodrigueJ.D. BlackL.D. FergusonM. TurekD. WoodsR. DoornekampC. McNallyT. Di T. Cooper D. Pagnan

R. Robinson Jr. J. Weber*K. GrimesH. HeyinkD. HaightG. ClarkG. WhiteK. EaseyD. SloatM. Van BreeV. BellissimoC. McCarthyD. Corcoran

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R.E. Bandiera*H.C. MacCallum*H.E. SeegmillerT.B. Ruscica*A. BadnerR.J. McTavishS. DiGioacchinoG. Jenkins*D. MarslandR.J. SmithD. Patterson J. Taggart R. Nicli J. D. Roy

D. Cascone*M. PoceB. Newman P. K. FaberM. RodrigueJ.D. BlackL.D. FergusonM. TurekD. WoodsR. DoornekampC. McNallyT. DiPede

Harry BaumanJon BenneyworthRob ChiodoRob D’Amico Stephen Hall Cindy McCarthy Gus MorelliSam MorraJeff SamekJorge SilveiraRussell Thomas Greg WilkinsonGiovanni CautilloMargaret SaccardoKhoa Ly-Kilis

CONFERENCE COMMITTEE

Conference Chair M-Con Pipe & Products EMCO WaterworksIPEX Inc.Chain Reaction Strategy Miller GroupCrowle Fittings and SupplyCondrain Company Direct EquipmentCon Cast PipeAquatech DewateringHalton Crushed StoneOSWCAOSWCAOSWCA

Harry Bauman

Sam Morra

Larry Taylor

Todd Arnott

Dave Pagnan

Dan Corcoran

Cindy McCarthy

Kevin Aarts

Vince Bellissimo

Brad Brewster

Jason Crowley

John Currey

Tony DiPede

Andrew McNally

Nick Giacalone

Russell Thomas

Jeff Mulcock

Leo Steffler

Mark Van Bree

2017 OSWCA President, Conestoga Local Rep

2016 OSWCA President

1st Vice-President, OMMDC Rep

Secretary, Simcoe County Local Rep

Treasurer, Director at Large

Past President, Kingston Local Rep

Director at Large

London Local Rep

GTSWCA Rep

Niagara Local Rep

Durham Local Rep

Director at Large

Director at Large

YEC Rep

HAND Local Rep

Director at Large

Ottawa Local Rep

OCPA Rep

Sarnia Local Rep

PAST PRESIDENTS2016-2017 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

*Deceased

PAST PRESIDENTS & CONFERENCE COMMITTEE


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1. Foyer de Playa / Beach Foyer2. Westin Plaza3. Cuarto de Juegos / Game Room 4. Starfish Grill5. Heladeria / Ice Cream Shop6. Soleo7. Asiana8. Tierra y Fuego

9. Kid's Club10. Kid's Pool11. Parque Infantil / Playground12. Voleibol y Futbol de playa Beach Volleyball & Football13. Piscina / Pool #214. Bamboo Bar

15. Piscina / Pool #316. Toallas / Centro de Recreaciòn Towels / Recreation Center17. Piscina / Pool #418. Tidal Bar19. Oceanica20. Arrecife

21. Pearl Club22. Westin WORKOUT Fitness Center23. Sensory Spa24. Grand Ballroom A. Westin Grand 1 B. Westin Grand 2 C. Westin Grand 3

25. Grand Foyer26. Executive Grand27. Teatro Westin / Westin Theater28. Vetiver29. Mandarine30. Magnolia

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6. Oasis Bar 7. Gamboa Tours Office 8. Gift Shop 9. Cinnamon10. Ginger

11. Eucalyptus12. Anise13. Cypress14. Gardenia

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3. Business Boardroom 24. Centro de Negocios Business Center


CONFERENCE AGENDACONFERENCE AGENDA

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2017

DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL 7:55 am Depart Toronto 1:29 pm Arrive Panama City

» Transportation to The Westin Playa Bonita Resort » Hotel & conference registration for delegates

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2017

DEPARTURE/ARRIVAL 6:30 am Depart Ottawa 7:50 pm Arrive Toronto

9:40 am Depart Toronto 3:10 pm Arrive Panama City

» Transportation to The Westin Playa Bonita Resort » Hotel & conference registration for delegates

WELCOME RECEPTION & DINNER6:30 pm - 12 am

We welcome delegates to Panama City! Enjoy tasty Panamanian cuisine and live entertainment.

This event has been sponsored by:

MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2017

DELEGATE’S GROUP BREAKFAST8 am - 9 am The Westin Grand 1

OSWCA ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 9:00 am - 10:15 am The Westin Grand 1

Following the AGM, we invite you to take part in our seminars on OSWCA’s current topics.

OSWCA INDUSTRY SEMINARSKeynote Speaker10:30 am - 11:30 am The Westin Grand 2

Krystyn Tully, Lake Ontario Waterkeeper

OMMDC Industry Update, Larry Taylor, EMCO & Delegate’s Group Lunch 11:30 am - 12:30 pm The Westin Grand 2

Estimating Savvy: Improve your understanding of environmental permit requirements at the bid stage

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm The Westin Grand 2

Imshun Je, Groundwater Environmental Management Services (GEMS)



MONDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2017(CONT’D)

CANADIAN CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATION UPDATE1:30 pm - 2:15 pm The Westin Grand 2

Join the OSWCA in welcoming CCA Incoming Chair, Chris McNally and receive updates on the CCA and what 2017 holds for the Association.

NETWORKING RECEPTION5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Gardens

Swing by for drinks and hors d’oeuvres before you head out to dinner.


TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2017 Enjoy breakfast at your leisure

OSWCA INDUSTRY SEMINARS8:30 am - 9:30 am The Westin Grand 2

Keynote Speaker: Michael Fenn & Harry Kitchen, Co-authors of OSWCA’s Clean Water Report

THE CULTURE OF SUSTAINABILITY 9:45 am - 10:30 am The Westin Grand 2

John Braam, Former City Engineer, City of London

TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2017(CONT’D)

CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION (COR) PROGRAM10:45 am - 11:30 am The Westin Grand 2

Stephen Hall, Chain Reaction Strategy

OCPA INDUSTRY UPDATE, LEO STEFFLER, FORTERRA & DELEGATE’S GROUP LUNCH 11:45 am - 12:45 pm The Westin Grand 2

ENVIRONMENTAL LIABILITY AND RISK TRANSFER STRATEGIES1:00 pm - 1:45 pm The Westin Grand 2

Justin A. Perry, Aon Risk Solutions



WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2017

GROUP TEAMBUILDING EXCURSION8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Visit to the Miraflores Visitors Centre at the Panama Canal with a group lunch buffet. Next, delegates will hop on the coach buses and make a special stop in the old town of Casco Viejo. In this historic district of Panama City, delegates are invited to take in the beautiful architecture and do some souvenir shopping.

Itinerary8:00 am Meet in the hotel main lobby

8:15 am Motorcoaches depart hotel for Miraflores Visitors Centre at the Panama Canal

11:00 am Group buffet lunch overlooking the Panama Canal

12:30 pm Depart for the old town of Casco Viejo

1:00 pm Discover Casco Viejo

2:00 pm Depart for The Westin Resort

What to BringDelegates should wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Sunscreen, sunglasses, mosquito repellant, a hat and camera are recommended.

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2017 (CONT’D)

NETWORKING RECEPTION6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Gardens

Swing by for drinks and hors d’oeuvres before you head out to dinner.


THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2017

OSWCA LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Beachfront area

On your mark...get set...go! Meet us on the beach for a fun afternoon of Olympic proportion!

5-DAY DEPARTURESTransportation to Airport6:18 pm Depart Panama

11:52 pm Arrive Toronto

Early departure delegates: Please meet in the hotel lobby at 2:30pm for airport transfer.





CONFERENCE AGENDA

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2017

OSWCA GOLF DAY AT TUCAN COUNTRY CLUB & RESORT6:15am Motorcoach pick-up Golfers to meet in hotel lobby

7:00am Tee-time Start

Golfers must register with the OSWCA prior to the tournament.

Club rentals are extra.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2017

DELEGATE’S CLOSING BBQ FAREWELL DINNER6:30 pm - 10:30 pm The Westin Plaza

Join us for closing remarks, departure information and the announcement of the 2018 conference destination.


SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2017

TRANSPORTATION TO AIRPORT4:05 pm Depart Panama City

9:35 pm Arrive Toronto

For Ottawa Delegates:

12:30am Depart Toronto

1:36 pm Arrive Ottawa

CONFERENCE AGENDA

NOTES

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HOTEL INFORMATION

WESTIN KID’S CLUB

Located on the beach level beside the kids pool, the club offers supervised activities at the pool, beach, and playground—all free of charge for children ages 4 to 12. Complimentary snacks are provided throughout the day. Parents may also order a meal from the Kids Club Menu. Individual babysitting or nanny services are also available for a fee. Contact the Guest Relations staff at [email protected] for more information.

SPA & WELLNESS

The Sensory Spa by Clarins features 13 treatment rooms, as well as a beauty salon and hydrotherapy circuit. Outdoor treatments are available in pool cabanas and by the beach.

Soothe tired muscles in the Vitality hydromassage pool, or rejuvenate your body with a bracing dip in our Polar Cold plunge pool. The herbal sauna rids the body of impurities through fragrant heat, while the Amethyst steam room features healing amethyst rock to help clear your body of negative energy and headaches. Services must be requested 24 hours in advance. Delegates receive a 10% discount on spa treatments over $75.00 USD.

WORKOUT

Let expansive views of the ocean and beach inspire you as you keep fit in the WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio, After an invigorating workout, cool off in the refreshment area with a bottle of water, or step out to the terrace for rejuvenating sea breezes. Guests must be at least 16 years old to use the gym.

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A LA CARTE DININGBUFFET DINING

STARFISH GRILL

Treat yourself to fresh seafood and an expansive buffet at Starfish Grill. Outside, a terrace with beach and ocean views offers up cool sea breezes as you dine.

» Cuisine: Seafood » Dress Code: Resort Casual - Shirt and shoes required. » Hours: Monday – Friday 6:00 am - 11:00 am; Saturday & Sunday 11:30 am - 3:00 pm; Daily 12:00 pm - 10:30 pm

» Atmosphere: Family Friendly » Setting: Colonial Panamanian

PACIFICA

The flavors of the Pacific Rim come to life at Pacifica—a chic, contemporary space with ocean views, live cooking stations, and themed buffets.

» Cuisine: Pacific Rim » Dress Code: Casual » Hours: 7:00 am - 11:00 am; 12:00 pm - 3:30 pm; 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm » Atmosphere: Casual Contemporary

OCEANICA

A large, open-air palapa, Oceanica pairs an expansive international buffet with spectacular views of the beach, ocean, and pool. Stop by for a fresh salad, grilled steaks, and weekly live music. More

» Cuisine: Light Fare » Dress Code: Resort Casual » Hours: 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm » Atmosphere: Relaxed & Casual » Setting: Beachside with indoor and outdoor seating

ASIANA

All the flavors of Asia converge at Asiana, a sophisticated, serene destination specializing in curries, sushi, noodle dishes, and more.

» Cuisine: Asian » Dress Code: Smart Casual - Men: Long pants, dress shirts or polo shirts, closed toe shoes are required. Women: No flip-flops, no shorts permitted.

» Hours: Monday - Saturday 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm » Atmosphere: Exotic » Setting: Contemporary » Reservations are required up to a maximum of 10 people.

TIERRA Y FUEGO

Mouth watering steaks infused with Latin spice and panoramic ocean views make Tierra y Fuego the resort’s premiere destination for upscale dining

» Cuisine: International » Dress Code: Smart Casual - Men: Long pants, dress shirts or polo shirts, closed toe shoes are required. Women: No flip-flops, no shorts permitted.

» Hours: Tuesday - Sunday 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm » Atmosphere: Elegant » Reservations are required up to a maximum of 10 people.

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BARS & LOUNGES

The members of the OSWCA Board of Directors and Conference Committee hope you have thoroughly enjoyed the 2017 conference!




See you in 2018!

SOLÉO

Enjoy cocktails and karaoke by night at Soléo, a chic lounge and bar located on the pool terrace.

» Dress Code: Smart Casual » Hours: 6:00 pm - 1:00 am

OASIS BAR AND LOUNGE

Live music, sparkling conversation, and ocean breezes fill the air at Oasis Bar and Lounge. Order a mojito and enjoy a live band, or step outside to the candlelit terrace and watch the sun set over the Pacific.

» Cuisine: International » Dress Code: Casual » Hours: 11:00 am - 1:00 am

BAMBOO BAR

Take a break from pool play and refresh with a piña colada at Bamboo Bar. Located poolside, this open-air palapa serves up fresh juices, tropical cocktails, hamburgers, hot dogs, pizzas, nachos, and more.

» Cuisine: Fast Food » Hours Bar: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm » Hours Snacks: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

TIDAL BAR

Swim up to the bar for a tropical cocktail or ice-cold beer, or relax under the shade of the palapa at Tidal Bar. Located in the main pool area, Tidal Bar offers refreshing cocktails, sodas, and fruit juices for sunbathers of all ages.

» Cuisine: International » Dress Code: Casual - Informal, sports and swimwear » Hours: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

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WELCOME TO THE 46TH ANNUAL OSWCA CONFERENCE IN PANAMA

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