05/28/2026
From April 27 to May 1, we hosted a hands-on Thermolog Contractor Training Program in Timmins, Ontario, bringing together seven trainees from three different construction companies for an intensive week of learning and building.
Each day, teams from Shore Contracting, Cloutier Construction / Guy's Custom Cabinets and Countertops, Missinaibi Drilling Services Ltd., and Xpert Contracting worked side by side in a shared training space. Together, they brought a mini mono-pitch Thermolog unit to life from the ground up, moving through every stage of construction including wall installation, windows and doors, roofing, electrical integration, finishing, and final outfitting.
More than just a build, the program was designed to strengthen hands-on Thermolog installation skills while also developing participants into future trainers. The goal is to grow local expertise and capability so Thermolog homes can be built more efficiently and at greater scale across Northern, rural, remote, and Indigenous communities.
This work was supported by strong local partners, with all non-Thermolog materials sourced through Timmins Building Supplies Home Hardware and electrical components supported by Heritage North Electric.
We also want to sincerely thank Siva's Family Restaurant for providing lunch throughout the five days. The meals were truly appreciated and helped keep the whole team energized throughout the training.
We’re incredibly proud of what was built together and even more excited about what this group will go on to do next.
Follow along over the next few posts for day-by-day highlights from the training program and the build process.