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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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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
How is your community celebrating National Public Works Week? From open houses to equipment demos and staff recognition, we’d love to see how you’re recognizing the people who keep Ontario moving. Share your photos and stories with us! #NPWW #PublicWorks #ONmuni #GoodRoads #RoadSafety #Cdnmuni
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Are you a student — or know one — ready to shape the future of Ontario’s municipalities? Join the Student Forum at the 2026 Good Roads Conference to connect with municipal leaders, explore infrastructure careers, and grow your network. 🔗 goodroads.ca/conference/e...
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
Lead safer, smarter roadway operations. Gain practical skills in asset management, winter operations, contract management, and regulatory compliance at Guelph Road School. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #PublicWorks #RoadwayManagement #MunicipalLeadership #AssetManagement
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 23/02/2026
Gain the confidence to apply geometric design standards correctly and make defensible roadway decisions. Road Design: Geometrics strengthens your ability to improve safety, performance, and long-term outcomes on municipal projects. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 19/02/2026
Delegation requests for the 2026 Good Roads Conference close on February 22. If you’ve been considering submitting a request, now’s the time to send it in. We look forward to hearing from municipalities who would like to participate. 🔗 goodroads.ca/conference/d... #GoodRoads #ONMuni #OnPoli
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 18/02/2026
Step into leadership with confidence. The Effective Management course at Guelph Road School helps municipal supervisors build practical skills in communication, emotional intelligence, and team leadership. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/effe... #MunicipalLeadership #PublicWorks
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 17/02/2026
MTO is proposing mandatory provincial standards for municipal road construction. What does this mean for your municipality? Key dates: Mar 30, 2026 (comments) & July 1, 2027 (compliance). Read more & share feedback: goodroads.ca/news_article... #ONmuni #MunicipalInfrastructure
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MTO Proposes Regulation to Harmonize Municipal Road Construction Standards - Good Roads
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) is proposing a new regulation that would, for the first time, make provincial road construction standards mandatory for municipalities across Ontario. Good...
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 13/02/2026
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: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #OnMuni
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 12/02/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Turn OPS standards into everyday practice. Learn how to deliver stronger contracts, manage risk, and confidently administer public works projects at Guelph Road School. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/ops-... #PublicWorks #OPS #MunicipalTraining #GuelphRoadSchool
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
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. 👉 goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #TrafficSafety
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Sewer & watermain projects are getting more complex. Are your inspection skills keeping up? Advanced Sewer & Watermain Inspection starts in 2 weeks. Limited seats remain. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/adva... #MunicipalInfrastructure #WaterInfrastructure #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
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...
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
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. 🔗 goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #TrafficEngineering #MunicipalInfrastructure
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 28/01/2026
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. goodroads.ca/conference/d... #GoodRoads2026 #MunicipalAdvocacy #ONMuni
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
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. goodroads.ca/conference/a... #GoodRoads2026 #MunicipalLeaders #PublicWorks #ONMuni
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 23/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 22/01/2026
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. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/stor... #StormSewerDesign #MunicipalEngineering #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 19/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
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. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/gene... #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Managers & supervisors: looking to improve recruitment and retention? Work Proud is a FREE, in-person workplace inclusivity training from @WBFinTrades. 📅 Feb 24, 2026 | 📍 Fleming College Register: www.wbfeoc.com/work-proud-i... #WorkProud #InclusionAtWork #SkilledTrades
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Work Proud Inclusivity Training Ontario -February 24, 2026 | Women Building Futures | Employer of Choice
Work Proud Inclusivity Training Ontario -February 24, 2026 - Employer of Choice is a program that recognizes partners with high standards for gender equity, respect & inclusion, health & safety, and c...
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
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. goodroads.ca/courses/sani... #MunicipalEngineering #SanitarySewer
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 13/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
Concrete performance starts long before the pour. Learn how mix design, materials, testing, and field practices come together in municipal concrete construction. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/scot... #ConcreteTechnology #MunicipalInfrastructure #GoodRoads #MITCourses
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
Design intersections that work—safely and efficiently. Learn how sight distance, channelization, and design controls come together in real-world intersection design. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #TrafficSafety #MunicipalEngineering #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 06/01/2026
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. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/gene... #MITCourses #PublicWorks #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 05/01/2026
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. View all courses: goodroads.ca/program-deta... #MITCourses #ProfessionalDevelopment #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
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
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
Give yourself the gift that keeps giving: insight, inspiration, and impact. The 2026 Good Roads Conference is coming March 29–April 1 — featuring keynote speakers Dan Gardner and Missy Cummings, must-attend sessions, and exclusive attendee discounts. Learn more: goodroads.ca/conference/
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 10/12/2025
Gain the skills municipalities count on. The Bridge & Structure Inspection course helps you identify issues, assess condition, and support informed decisions in your community. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/brid... #MunicipalTraining #AssetManagement #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Sharpen your road design skills with Road Design: Geometrics. Learn how alignment, sight distance & design controls shape safer, more efficient roads. Build the foundation every designer needs. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #MunicipalEngineering #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 02/12/2025
Unlock project success by starting with the why. Clear goals and explicit communication set every build up to win. Hear more from 2026 Good Roads Conference keynote Dan Gardner in our latest episode. Podcast: www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-yl... Conference: goodroads.ca/conference/ #ONMuni
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
Nominations are now open for the 2026–2027 Good Roads Board of Directors. Help guide the future of municipal infrastructure in Ontario. For more information or to review the info package and submit your nomination today: goodroads.ca/news_article... #GoodRoads #ONpoli
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 28/11/2025
Strengthen your confidence in municipal concrete construction. From mix design to curing and field testing, this hands-on course gives you the skills to deliver durable, high-quality results on every project. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/scot... #MunicipalTraining #ConcreteConstruction
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 27/11/2025
Design intersections that move people safely and efficiently. Join Good Roads’ Road Design: Intersections course and sharpen the skills you need for modern traffic challenges. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/road... #RoadDesign #MITTraining #GoodRoads #MunicipalEngineering
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 25/11/2025
Ready to take your sewer & watermain inspection skills to the next level? Our advanced course tackles complex challenges—from legislation to trenchless tech to contract management. Elevate your expertise. Register: goodroads.ca/courses/adva... #GoodRoads #MunicipalTraining
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 24/11/2025
Dig deeper into the science behind stronger, longer-lasting roads. Scott McKay: Soils Technology gives you the skills to identify, test, and work with soils that shape municipal infrastructure. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/2022... #MunicipalTraining #GoodRoads #Infrastructure
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 21/11/2025
Build the skills every municipal project depends on. General Inspection gives you the fundamentals to read plans, manage safety, and step onto any site with confidence. Register now: goodroads.ca/courses/gene... #GoodRoads #MIT #MunicipalTraining
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 20/11/2025
Yesterday at Queen's Park, Good Roads brought municipal priorities directly to provincial leaders. Proud to discuss rural road safety and modernized construction standards with Premier Doug Ford. Strong partnerships move Ontario forward. #ONpoli
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 19/11/2025
Registration is NOW OPEN for Guelph Road School! Ontario’s top municipal training program is back. Secure your spot early: www.goodroads.ca/education #GoodRoads #MunicipalTraining #GuelphRoadSchool #PublicWorks
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 18/11/2025
Strengthen your expertise in flexible pavement engineering. Good Roads’ 10-day Bituminous Technology course offers hands-on training in mix design, testing, asphalt plants, maintenance & more. Seats are limited — register now: goodroads.ca/courses/bitu... #PublicWorks #RoadConstruction
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 13/11/2025
Conflict is inevitable—but costly disputes don’t have to be. Master negotiation strategies, resolve disagreements, and build stronger contractor relationships in our Conflict Dispute Resolution Workshop. Register before Nov 16: goodroads.ca/courses/conf... #ONMuni #LeadershipTraining
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 11/11/2025
Today, we pause to remember the courage, sacrifice, and service of those who fought for our freedom. Their legacy lives on in the communities we build and the roads we travel together. #RemembranceDay #LestWeForget #GoodRoads
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 10/11/2025
It’s crunch time! ⏰ Submit your paving, concrete, or innovation project for a Good Roads Award and celebrate the collaboration that builds Ontario’s infrastructure. 👉 www.GoodRoads.ca/Awards #OnMuni #Infrastructure #Paving #Concrete #Innovation
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Good Roads @goodroads.bsky.social · 05/11/2025
Stay in the loop with the latest road and infrastructure trends shaping communities everywhere. The 𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝗱𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝗹𝗹𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻 delivers global insights in one quick weekly read. Sign up now: goodroads.ca/good-roads-b... #Infrastructure #MunicipalLeadership #GoodRoads
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