Procurement Day 2026

The Future of Procurement

April 30, 2026
8:30 AM – 12:00 PM
Virtual Event

Procurement Day 2026 will bring together procurement professionals, industry leaders, and public sector representatives to discuss emerging practices, policy developments, and opportunities shaping the future of procurement in Ontario.

Policy

Buy Ontario Procurement Strategies

Collaboration

Public & Private Sector Dialogue

Innovation

Future Trends in Procurement

Event Information Package

Session Highlights

Introduction to the Guide to Design and Construction Procurement Best Practices

An overview of the Guide to Design and Construction Procurement Best Practices, highlighting its key principles and how it supports modern, transparent, and efficient procurement practices.

Moderator:

Nadia Todorova
Chair, Construction & Design Alliance of Ontario
Executive Director, Residential and Civil Construction Alliance of Ontario

Speaker:

Bruce Matthews, P.Eng
Author, Guide to Design and Construction Procurement Best Practices


Buy Ontario Procurement Policy Panel

Industry experts will discuss how Buy Ontario procurement policies may strengthen domestic supply chains while addressing practical considerations such as cost, capacity, trade obligations, and project delivery.

Moderator:

Giovanni Cautillo
Treasurer, Construction & Design Alliance of Ontario
President, Ontario General Contractors Association

Panel Discussion Featuring:

David Zurawel
Business Development Manager, Southern Ontario & Toronto
Colliers Project Leaders | Canada

Amir Abd El Halim
Vice President, Regional Leader - Ontario & Atlantic Canada
WSP | Canada

Don Holland
Vice President, Water
GHD | Canadian Market Leader

Toon Dreessen
President
Architects DCA


Standardization and Smart Risk Allocation in Public Construction

Moderator:

Sandro Perruzza
Director, Construction & Design Alliance of Ontario
Chief Executive Officer, Ontario Society of Professional Engineers

Panel Discussion Featuring:

Raly Chakarova
Executive Director
Toronto and Area Road Builders Association

Micheal Mooney
Senior Project Manager
Ainley Group

Amanda Froese
President
Meritech Engineering

Annik Forristal
Partner, Co-Group Head of National Infrastructure and Construction Group
McMillian LLP


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