Member Bulletins

by Frank Fulton Originally published in Glass Canada Magazine, August 2018 Issue The former Liberal government and unionized labour had a torrid love affair. For those of you fortunate enough to live outside of Ontario, you may have heard that we’ve recently had a change of provincial government. Voters were so enamoured with the job …

The OGMA works closely with Workplace Safety and Prevention Services (WSPS). They have recently released a series of bulletins that should be of interest to everyone who runs a small business. Please take a few minutes to review and ensure you have these processes and precautions in place. 3 safety tips for small businesses Summer …

by Frank Fulton Originally published in Glass Canada Magazine, June 2018 Issue The next advancement in glass could be upon us in the form of nanotechnology. Since the accidental invention of glass by Phoenician sailors 7,000 years ago, technological advances over the centuries have resulted in the development of broad sheet glass followed by crown …

by Frank Fulton Originally published in Glass Canada Magazine, April 2018 Issue Moribund Canadian Glass Association. The glass and contract glazing industry in Canada is a sizeable entity employing thousands and one would expect it to have a voice that represents our collective interests on a national basis. In the United States, the National Glass …

The International Centre, Mississauga, ON The OGMA is once again working in partnership with Glass Canada magazine to bring you the Top Glass Conference & Exhibits show on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. This is a one-day, action-packed event that gives you the opportunity to catch up with everybody who’s anybody in the industry while attending …

In Memory of Jim Shepherd With heavy hearts the family of Jim Shepherd announces the sudden passing of their beloved husband, father, and grandad on Friday, December 8, 2017, at the young age of 65. He is survived by his wife and best friend Marilyn, his devoted son Steven (Julie), his cherished daughter Lynne (Stu), and …

by Frank Fulton Originally published in Glass Canada Magazine, February 2018 Issue Justice past due. You’re undoubtedly aware of what has been transpiring with the Construction Lien Act (CLA) in Ontario over the past four years through my updates, whining and rants on the subject. For those of you who are new, here’s a brief …

by Frank Fulton Originally published in Glass Canada Magazine, December 2017 Issue It’s estimated that a mind-boggling 25 million birds are killed in Canada every year due to collisions with glass in buildings. A National Geographic article estimates the number in Canada and the U.S. could be as high as 600 million bird deaths per …

As part of our continuing involvement with the Workplace Safety & Prevention Services (WSPS), we are pleased to forward an article on five best practices to keep new and young workers safe. The article also contains links to various resources small business would find helpful to manage their health and safety programs. We would ask that you …

In Memory of Douglas Harold Hotham September 13, 1927 – October 18, 2017 Having just turned 90 a month earlier, Doug passed away peacefully after a brave battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 18, 2017. He is survived by his wife Norma, sons Brent (Kate) and Greg (Janine), Toronto Maple Leaf Alumni. Doug loved his …