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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. goodroads.ca
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Intersections are where safety & operations meet.

Only a few seats remain for Road Design: Intersections starting Feb 23. Strengthen your ability to design, review & defend intersection decisions with confidence.

Register now:
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#RoadDesign #OnMuni
February 13, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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Build stronger concrete knowledge with Scott McKay: Concrete Technology. Deepen your understanding of mix design, placement, testing & performance to support durable municipal infrastructure.
Register today: goodroads.ca/courses/scot...
#Concrete #MunicipalEngineering
February 12, 2026 at 1:05 PM
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Turn OPS standards into everyday practice. Learn how to deliver stronger contracts, manage risk, and confidently administer public works projects at Guelph Road School.
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#PublicWorks #OPS #MunicipalTraining #GuelphRoadSchool
February 10, 2026 at 1:56 PM
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In Ontario, intersections account for a shocking share of collisions — making safer intersection design critical.
Take your skills further with Road Design: Intersections and help build roadways that reduce risk where it matters most.
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#RoadDesign #TrafficSafety
February 9, 2026 at 3:48 PM
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Sewer & watermain projects are getting more complex. Are your inspection skills keeping up?

Advanced Sewer & Watermain Inspection starts in 2 weeks. Limited seats remain.

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#MunicipalInfrastructure #WaterInfrastructure #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
February 6, 2026 at 1:23 PM
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From maintenance to design to safety—Guelph Road School delivers practical training for real municipal road challenges. Many courses count toward AORS CRS certification.
Register today: goodroads.ca/program-deta...
#PublicWorks #MunicipalRoads #GuelphRoadSchool #CRS
February 4, 2026 at 12:45 PM
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Sewer and watermain failures are costly and preventable. This 5-day, inspector-focused course covers everything from tender docs and layout to blasting, dewatering, testing, and safety—so you can oversee underground projects with confidence. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/2022...
February 2, 2026 at 4:59 PM
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Intersections are where design decisions get tested — and where mistakes are most visible.
Learn how sight distance, tapers, and channelization work together in real conditions.
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#RoadDesign #TrafficEngineering #MunicipalInfrastructure
January 29, 2026 at 2:38 PM
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Make your municipal voice heard. Registered Good Roads Conference delegates can request a meeting with their local MPP to discuss issues that matter to your community.
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#GoodRoads2026 #MunicipalAdvocacy #ONMuni
January 28, 2026 at 7:29 PM
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Make the most of your Good Roads Conference experience. Stay at the Fairmont Royal York with exclusive attendee rates—steps from sessions, networking, and evening events. Book early, rooms are limited.
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#GoodRoads2026 #MunicipalLeaders #PublicWorks #ONMuni
January 27, 2026 at 2:59 PM
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Move beyond the basics and inspect complex sewer and watermain projects with confidence. This advanced course sharpens your judgment on real-world challenges—from testing and safety to complex installations.
Register: goodroads.ca/courses/adva...
#MITCourses #MunicipalInfrastructure
January 26, 2026 at 6:23 PM
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The 2026 Good Roads Conference program is live.
Explore practical sessions, leadership insights, and real-world municipal conversations — plus exclusive travel, hotel, and dining discounts for attendees.

Register now: goodroads.ca/conference
#MunicipalLeadership
January 23, 2026 at 1:31 PM
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Design storm sewer systems that work beyond the drawings.
Build practical skills in hydrology, hydraulics, conduit selection, and sewer layout—using tools you can apply immediately.
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#StormSewerDesign #MunicipalEngineering #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
January 22, 2026 at 3:06 PM
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Every municipal project depends on what’s beneath the surface.
Learn how soil conditions, compaction, moisture, and testing affect constructability, performance, and risk in Scott McKay: Soils Technology.
Register: goodroads.ca/courses/2022... #MunicipalInfrastructure #PublicWorks
January 19, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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Municipal projects don’t succeed by chance—they succeed through solid inspection.
Build the practical skills you need to read drawings, spot issues early, and confidently oversee construction from start to finish.

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#PublicWorks #GoodRoads
January 16, 2026 at 1:37 PM
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𝗕𝗲 𝗡𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗻 𝗜𝗰𝗲
With so much snow this winter, ice can show up when you least expect it. Leave extra space, slow down at intersections, and watch for black ice—especially on bridges and ramps. A little patience goes a long way.
#DriveSafe #WinterRoads
January 15, 2026 at 6:36 PM
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What’s the biggest challenge in sanitary sewer design today—capacity, infiltration, constructability, or approvals?
Learn the answer to this and many other real-world design questions in the Good Roads Sanitary Sewer Design course.
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#MunicipalEngineering #SanitarySewer
January 15, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Better decisions. Stronger communities. Smarter infrastructure.

That’s what the 2026 Good Roads Conference delivers.
Join Ontario’s municipal leaders in Toronto, Mar 29–Apr 1.

Early Bird ends Mar 15 → goodroads.ca/conference

#GoodRoadsConference #MunicipalLeadership #Infrastructure
January 14, 2026 at 1:48 PM
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Inspect sewer & watermain projects with confidence. 🚧
Good Roads’ MIT: Sewer & Watermain Construction Inspection is a hands-on 5-day course with demos & a field trip—built for inspectors overseeing underground municipal infrastructure.

Register: goodroads.ca/courses/2022...
#SewerInspection
January 13, 2026 at 12:56 PM
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Concrete performance starts long before the pour. Learn how mix design, materials, testing, and field practices come together in municipal concrete construction.
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#ConcreteTechnology #MunicipalInfrastructure #GoodRoads #MITCourses
January 12, 2026 at 12:41 PM
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Design intersections that work—safely and efficiently. Learn how sight distance, channelization, and design controls come together in real-world intersection design.
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#RoadDesign #TrafficSafety #MunicipalEngineering #GoodRoads
January 8, 2026 at 12:57 PM
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The 2026 Good Roads Conference is coming to Toronto.
🗓 March 29–April 1
Featuring keynote speakers Dan Gardner and Dr. Missy Cummings, exclusive member discounts, and Early Bird rates until March 15.

Register now: goodroads.ca/conference/
#PublicWorks #Infrastructure
January 7, 2026 at 1:33 PM
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New to municipal inspection or looking to sharpen your foundation? General Inspection covers plan reading, site safety, recordkeeping, and real-world field experience. A must for municipal projects.
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#MITCourses #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
January 6, 2026 at 5:59 PM
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Start the year by investing in the skills municipalities depend on. Explore Good Roads’ Municipal Infrastructure Training (MIT) courses and secure your spot before sessions fill.
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#MITCourses #ProfessionalDevelopment #GoodRoads
January 5, 2026 at 4:27 PM
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This winter’s heavy snowfall means plows are out often. Give them space to do their job. Stay back, don’t rush to pass, and avoid street parking during storms. Working together helps clear roads faster and safer.
#SnowHow #GivePlowsSpace #WinterMaintenance #RoadSafety
December 16, 2025 at 1:15 PM