In short, we are an important voice for Formwork in Ontario. We are the communications link for our members and provide representation on important issues before all levels of government, regulatory boards, commissions and other regulatory bodies. The Association has been given responsibility for employer/employee relation including contract negotiations, general administration and interpretation of contracts and the arbitration of labour disputes. In all our work we place special emphasis on employee health an safety issues. The Formwork industry takes enormous pride in the professional and creative skills of our craftsmen and our outstanding record for quality workmanship. The Association is committed to maintaining and enhancing our reputation for quality management and the development of state-of-the-art management systems. We recognize that it is only through excellence - in management, in workmanship, in productivity and the innovative and creative development and application of technology that we can maintain and advance the leading-edge reputation and competitiveness of our membership!

In a highly competitive industry within a free-market economy, quality work and highly effective management skills are essential, not only to success, but to survival. It is the task of the Association to protect and enhance the industry's position of leadership and reputation for excellence. For this reason we encourage, promote and are actively involved in educational and training programs to constantly upgrade and improve the skills of both management and employees to keep both totally up to date with changes and innovation in the industry. The Ontario Formwork Association has an excellent track record and we intend to maintain and build upon that record by accepting the challenges offered by international trade and the growing global market.