Where employers find talent & talent finds opportunity.
Every kilometre paved, every corridor aligned, every community strengthened begins with skilled hands, informed minds, and purposeful training.
We prepare and empower the people who shape Ontario’s future: youth discovering their path, career changers seeking purpose, seasoned workers upgrading their skills, and employers searching for talent they can trust.
At OIA, we prepare people to meet the real challenges shaping Ontario’s future.
Here’s a snapshot of the trends driving our mission.
Construction workers in Ontario
Over age 55 → looming retirements and succession gaps
Women make up just 13% of the construction and trades workforce
Certificates of Qualification issued annually
Of lost-time injury claims are musculoskeletal
Ontario is investing in infrastructure in 2025–26, as part of a $223 billion, 10-year capital plan
Sources: Statistics Canada; Ontario Ministry of Finance; MLITSD; STO; Metrolinx; Infrastructure Ontario.
The OIA delivers industry-informed training through on-site video modules and original documentary content—capturing real projects, equipment, and careers across Ontario’s infrastructure sector.
