Upcoming Courses
Course Name
Start Date
Description
Road Safety School – Active Transportation
October 6, 2026
Build active transportation networks where people of all ages and abilities feel safe, connected, and confident.
Road Safety School – Barriers
October 6, 2026
When a driver leaves the road, a properly designed barrier is what stands between a crash and a fatality.
Road Safety School – Road Safety Audit
October 6, 2026
Gain the skills, methodology, and credentials to conduct formal road safety audits in Ontario.
Road Safety School – Traffic Safety Analytics
October 6, 2026
Turn collision data into safety action: collect, analyze, and apply road safety data to make your municipality safer.
Creating Levels of Service & Standard Operating Procedures
October 20, 2026
Strengthen your municipality’s risk management and service delivery with this practical course on developing and documenting effective Levels of Service and Standard Operating Procedures.
Municipal Liability: Traffic Collisions
October 20, 2026
This course teaches municipalities how to understand and mitigate their legal liability for providing safe road facilities through proper design, inspection, maintenance, and documentation practices.
Managing Winter Operations Workshop
October 21, 2026
Join this one-day conference for expert presentations on winter road maintenance—from salt management and legal obligations to the latest technology and strategies.
Collaborative Contract Delivery Methods
October 27, 2026
Discover how alternative contract delivery methods can help your municipality achieve better project outcomes—on time, on budget, and with stronger partnerships.
Municipal Liability: Temporary Work Zones
October 27, 2026
Protect your municipality and its workers by mastering the latest safety standards and legal requirements for temporary work zones on Ontario roads.
Introduction to Trenchless Technology
October 28, 2026
Explore the underground world of infrastructure innovation with this course on trenchless methods that minimize disruption while maximizing efficiency.
Manage the Road – Not Just The Pavement
October 28, 2026
Go beyond surface-level fixes with this strategic workshop that helps municipalities manage road systems holistically balancing performance, liability, long-term investment, and the relationship between the management plan and Ontario regulations.
Fundamentals of Horizontal Directional Drilling
November 12, 2026
Master the essentials of trenchless pipeline installation with this focused course on Horizontal Directional Drilling—ideal for inspectors, engineers, and municipal staff overseeing underground infrastructure.
Advanced Contract Law
November 17, 2026
Take your contract administration skills to the next level with this deep-dive workshop that tackles performance issues, legal risks, and ethical decision-making in municipal construction projects.
Conflict Dispute Resolution
November 18, 2026
Transform conflict into collaboration with this interactive workshop that equips municipal professionals to negotiate effectively and build lasting partnerships with contractors.
Scott McKay Bituminous Technology
January 18, 2027
This 10-day course is your gateway to mastering the engineering behind flexible pavements—from mix design to maintenance and everything in between.
General Inspection
January 25, 2027
Get inspection ready with this dynamic course that blends technical knowledge, field experience, and practical tools for success in municipal projects.
Scott McKay Soils Technology
February 1, 2027
Explore the ground beneath your roads in this hands-on course that teaches you how to identify, test, and work with soils to build stronger, longer-lasting infrastructure.
Sewer & Watermain Construction Inspection
February 1, 2027
Step into the field with confidence in this hands-on course that teaches you how to inspect sewer and watermain installations from start to finish.
Scott McKay Concrete Technology
February 22, 2027
Learn the science and craft of municipal concrete construction in this hands-on course that blends technical depth, field experience, and the latest industry innovations.
Road Design: Intersections
March 1, 2027
Learn to design safe, efficient intersections in this hands-on course that blends engineering principles with real-world traffic solutions.
Advanced Sewer and Watermain Construction Inspection
March 1, 2027
Advance your inspection career with this expert-level course that tackles the complexities of modern sewer and watermain projects—from legislation to contract management.
Watermain Design
April 12, 2027
Design smarter water systems from the ground up in this hands-on course that blends hydraulics, environmental planning, and real-world fieldwork.
Bridge and Structure Inspection
April 19, 2027
Learn the art of bridge inspection in this hands-on, field-tested course that takes you from OSIM basics to real-world defect detection and reporting!
Stormwater Management
April 19, 2027
Build resilient infrastructure with advanced stormwater design, retrofitting strategies, and regulatory insight.
Storm Sewer Design
April 26, 2027
Engineer the flow—master storm sewer design with real-world tools and technical precision!
T.J. Mahony Road School – Maintenance Section
May 3, 2027
Lay the groundwork for a successful career in municipal road maintenance with this foundational course that blends legislation, standards, and hands-on best practices.
Basic Report Writing and Presentation Skills
May 3, 2027
Boost your professional impact by mastering the art of writing sharp reports and delivering powerful presentations that command attention and respect.
Bridge and Culvert Management
May 3, 2027
Learn the essentials of bridge and culvert management with hands-on training that empowers you to inspect, maintain, and protect your municipality’s vital infrastructure.
Fleet Management
May 3, 2027
Take control of your municipal fleet with expert strategies for maintenance, compliance, and operational efficiency that keep your vehicles—and your team—moving forward.
Introduction to Plan Reading & Contract Interpretation
May 3, 2027
Master the fundamentals of reading engineering plans and interpreting contracts with practical, hands-on training that prepares you to confidently administer municipal construction projects.
Managing Human Resources
May 3, 2027
Lead with confidence by mastering the HR essentials that drive team success, workplace culture, and operational excellence in the municipal sector.
Municipal Health & Safety
May 3, 2027
Protect your team and your municipality by learning the legislation, hazards, and best practices that keep public works operations safe and compliant.
Municipal Legislation
May 3, 2027
Navigate the legal landscape of municipal operations with confidence by mastering the laws, obligations, and governance issues that impact public works leadership.
Municipal Survey
May 3, 2027
Step into the field with confidence as you learn the essential surveying skills that lay the groundwork for successful municipal road projects.
Contract Delivery and OPS
May 3, 2027
Build stronger contracts, manage risk effectively, and deliver contracts with confidence using Ontario's harmonized provincial standards for roads and public works.
Overview of Municipal Road Design and Construction
May 3, 2027
Get ready to uncover the secrets behind successful municipal road projects in this interactive course that takes you from first sketches to final pavement.
Roadway Management
May 3, 2027
Master the art of managing public road infrastructure with this comprehensive course designed to equip leaders with the tools, strategies, and insights to keep roads safe, efficient, and future-ready.
Signs & Lines
May 3, 2027
Sharpen your decision-making and risk management skills with this hands-on course that demystifies Ontario’s traffic signage standards and empowers you to make safer, smarter choices for your municipality.
Soils & Pavements
May 3, 2027
Build stronger, longer-lasting roads with this foundational course that demystifies soil types, paving materials, and modern surface treatments for municipal infrastructure.
Supervision Skills for Public Works
September 20, 2027
Step confidently into leadership with this empowering course that equips public works supervisors with the communication, motivation, and management skills to lead teams effectively.
Introduction to Contract Law
November 15, 2027
Build confidence in contract administration with this practical workshop that demystifies municipal contract law and equips you to navigate risk, ethics, and performance issues with clarity.
Effective Management
Build the leadership skills that matter most with a practical, people-focused course designed to help municipal managers lead with clarity, confidence, and impact.
Emerging Municipal Leaders
As an Emerging Leader, you will recognize the essential skills and knowledge required to succeed as a new leader in the ever-changing municipal environment.
HR Essentials for Public Works
Bridge the HR gap—apply practical people-management tools for municipal leaders who don’t have a dedicated HR team to help solve real workplace challenges.
Reduced Load Period Model Overview Training
This quick course provides the necessary training for use of MTO’s Reduced Load Period Model.
Signs & Lines
Sharpen your decision-making and risk management skills with this hands-on course that demystifies Ontario’s traffic signage standards and empowers you to make safer, smarter choices for your municipality.
Snow School
Gear up for winter with this course that equips you with the latest tools, techniques, and strategies for safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible snow and ice control.
T.J. Mahony Road School – Construction Section
Kickstart your career in municipal road work with this foundational course that blends technical know-how and practical insight into the essentials of road construction.
T.J. Mahony Road School – Maintenance Section
Lay the groundwork for a successful career in municipal road maintenance with this foundational course that blends legislation, standards, and hands-on best practices.
