Jan 29 2026
Lone Star Texas Grill (930 Dixon Rd, Toronto, Ontario)
TAC Ontario Chapter Talk: Work at Heights Challenges for Tunnel Access Shafts and Portals

In this first TAC Ontario Presentation of 2026, Marc Desjardins, Founder of Highwork Limited, will share real-world lessons from iconic projects on how task-driven, engineered fall protection improves safety, efficiency, and cost control. Attendees will learn how purpose-built systems outperform temporary solutions in complex tunnel and portal environments.


Date & Time:
Thursday, January 29, 2026
5:30 p.m. (Registration) 6:00 p.m. (Presentation)

Location:
Lone Star Texas Grill
930 Dixon Rd, Toronto, Ontario

Cost:
TAC Members: $10
Non‐Members: $20


Presentation:
Work at Heights Challenges for Tunnel Access Shafts and Portals

Abstract:
Engineered fall protection is serious business — it should not be taken lightly. Highwork Limited is a company specializing in the design, supply, installation, certification, training & commissioning of both passive and active engineered fall protection systems as well as post fall rescue & recovery. Highwork pre-design incorporates the analysis of the worker’s tasks and how the system will allow them to continue to perform the work safely and efficiently. The system will not dictate to the worker. It is the worker’s task that drive system selection and design. Has there been a situation in your career where a safe working at heights installation would have saved significant time and money in lieu of bringing in specialized equipment and operators? From projects at the CN Tower Edgewalk, the Montreal Olympic Stadium, and Disney attractions, to installations in Las Vegas, Highwork has left its mark on some of the world’s most iconic sites! (use edge walk photo)

About the speaker:
Marc Desjardins, Founder of Highwork Limited: Marc started his career with Tembec in Temiskaming as a young man in 1979. When he left in 1999, he was the Manager of Manufacturing for the Chemical Division. His time spent in the Pulp & Paper industry was beneficial on many fronts, including health & safety and due diligence. Marc entered the realm of Fall Protection using the gained knowledge of industry, machines, people and mitigation of risks principles. After a short time with a “Safety House” type of organization, he moved on and began consulting with large industry on Fall Hazards and high-risk projects and delivering custom one-off projects. In 2005, Highwork Limited was founded with Marc 100% at the helm. Since then, Highwork has become a sought-after turnkey provider of engineered Fall Protection systems in Canada.

Please register through our Eventzilla link to ensure a spot. Limited spots will be accepted at the door.

Jul 20 2026
Copper Creek Golf Club (11191 Highway 27, Kleinburg, ON. L0J 1C0)
SAVE THE DATE - TAC Ontario Chapter 2026 Golf Tournament

Join the TAC Ontario Chapter for its 3rd annual golf event in 2026 at the Copper Creek Golf Club. Show your skills with the club and ball and enjoy a relaxed evening with industry colleagues.
Space is limited (only 70 slots available). Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Details:
- Monday, July 20, 2026
- Copper Creek Golf Club (11191 Highway 27, Kleinburg, ON. L0J 1C0)

Registration will open in early Spring 2026.

Registration includes:
• Golf fees and dinner.
• 18 Holes of Golf including Power Carts, Short Game Driving Range, Locker Room Usage, and Scoring
• Dinner menu: will be sent by email for selection upon registration.

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Be a part of our event – get in touch about a sponsorship opportunity!
• Bronze sponsorship - $1,000 (includes 1 free entry)
• Gold sponsorship - $2,000 (includes 2 free entries)
• Platinum sponsorship - $4,000 (includes 4 free entries)

Sponsors will be recognized on the course and the TAC website. Get in touch with admin@tunnelcanada.ca today!