ORAC - Ontario Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Contractors Association

ORAC - Ontario Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Contractors Association ORAC represents Ontario’s largest body of unionized HVAC/R contractors in the industrial, commercial, institutional, and residential sectors.

The 59th AGM in Québec City was an unforgettable celebration of industry connection, Canadian tradition, and ORAC commun...
06/09/2026

The 59th AGM in Québec City was an unforgettable celebration of industry connection, Canadian tradition, and ORAC community spirit.

Attendees kicked off the weekend at the historic Fairmont Le Château Frontenac with our Welcome Reception in the beautiful Rose Room. Friday evening featured Maple & Mischief, an elevated and entertaining take on the traditional Québec cabane à sucre experience, complete with immersive entertainment, live music, maple-inspired cuisine, and plenty of red-and-black plaid.

The weekend concluded with the President’s Gala: Evening of Darkness, an elegant evening of celebration, networking, and recognition set against the backdrop of one of Canada’s most iconic destinations.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors, Master, KeepRite Refrigeration, Lennox Commercial and Yorkland Controls Limited, RefPlus, Canadian Coil Technologies, Armstrong Fluid Technology, Kilmer Environmental Inc. along with all of the members, associates and guests who joined us for an unforgettable AGM.

Congratulations to Glenn Kilmer, recipient of the 2026 ORAC Honorary Member Award! This well-deserved recognition celebrates Glenn’s outstanding contributions, leadership, and continued support of ORAC and the HVACR industry.

Get ready for ORAC’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament supporting Make-A-Wish Canada! ✨🏌️‍♂️⛳️Join us on Thursday, July 30t...
05/05/2026

Get ready for ORAC’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament supporting Make-A-Wish Canada! ✨🏌️‍♂️⛳️

Join us on Thursday, July 30th for a day of golf, fun, and giving back at the beautiful Copper Creek Golf Club in Kleinburg, ON.

Whether you’re a golfer or just want to enjoy a fabulous dinner, there’s a ticket for you!

Golf & Dinner Ticket – $495 each
5 Free Raffle Tickets + 3 Drink Tickets
Boxed Lunch on Carts
Welcome Gift
18-holes of Golf & Cart
On-Course Margarita Station, Whiskey Tasting, Freshly Shucked Oyster Station, Ice Cream Station
All Non-Alcoholic Beverages On-Course
Evening Reception & Buffet Dinner with Specialty Cocktail from Master Group

Dinner-Only Ticket – $199 each
2 Free Raffle Tickets
2 Drink Tickets
Evening Reception & Buffet Dinner with Specialty Cocktail from Master Group

Date: Thursday, July 30th
Time: 11:00 AM Shotgun Start | 4:00 PM Dinner
Location: Copper Creek Golf Club, 11191 ON-27, Kleinburg, ON L0J 1C0
Register: https://cvent.me/wl7NgZ

New this year: We’re proud to support Make-A-Wish Foundation Canada as our 2026 charity partner. Make-A-Wish® Canada creates life-changing wishes for children diagnosed with critical illnesses. Wishes Are Medicine — a vital part of a child’s medical journey that helps restore strength, hope, and resilience.

ORAC Members: You can show your support by registering today and attending the day to help us fulfill life-changing wishes!✨

Event Sponsors: Master, Yorkland Controls Limited, Carrier Enterprise, Armstrong Fluid Technology, Kilmer Environmental Inc., Trane, Office Central x Kenshaw Toyota, Xtra Mechanical Limited

04/20/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome our newest Contractor members to the Ontario Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Contractors Association (ORAC)

Contractor Member:
• S. & T. Group

Thank you for joining a strong and growing network of HVACR professionals, who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and shaping the future of our industry.

WEBINAR: April 22 | 3:00 PMJoin ORAC for an online webinar to learn more about the First-Year Apprentice Intake and the ...
04/20/2026

WEBINAR: April 22 | 3:00 PM

Join ORAC for an online webinar to learn more about the First-Year Apprentice Intake and the pathway to a unionized HVAC/R career.

Hosted by Apprentice Intake Coordinator Taborah Campbell, this session will walk through the application process, program expectations, and tips to strengthen your application, followed by a live Q&A.

What will be discussed:
- About ORAC & apprenticeship pathways
- Union vs. non-union careers
- Application process & entry requirements
- Equivalency options & education requirements
- Tips to strengthen your application
- Testing, interviews & hiring timelines

Whether you’re planning to apply or simply exploring your options, this is a great place to start.

REGISTER TODAY: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1417764342190/WN_hvk0dy9GRVasadZjG8O1XQ

Ready-to-Hire List Now Available!We’re excited to share that selections have been made, and the top candidates have offi...
04/15/2026

Ready-to-Hire List Now Available!

We’re excited to share that selections have been made, and the top candidates have officially been placed on the Ready-to-Hire List, and the updated list is available to contractors on the ORAC website.

Those selected for the Ready-to-Hire List have demonstrated their skills and commitment through a comprehensive application, testing, and interview process, and have been recognized as qualified first-year apprentice candidates by the ORAC Apprentice Intake Committee.

ORAC Members: You can now log into the ORAC website to access the list and begin hiring.

Happy Hiring!

The Countdown to CMPX is On - Get Ready for the Biggest Tradeshow of the Year!Be sure to visit the ORAC Booth #1245 and...
03/17/2026

The Countdown to CMPX is On - Get Ready for the Biggest Tradeshow of the Year!

Be sure to visit the ORAC Booth #1245 and connect with our members across the show floor:

Copeland — Booth #1503
Yorkland Controls — Booth #928
Kilmer Environmental — Booth #1123
Lennox — Booth #1723
Bitzer — Booth 1330
RefPlus — Booth 1606
Alltemp — Booth 1703

We look forward to seeing you at CMPX!

Thank you to everyone who submitted an application for the Winter Apprentice Intake.The intake period is now closed, and...
03/05/2026

Thank you to everyone who submitted an application for the Winter Apprentice Intake.

The intake period is now closed, and we are currently reviewing applications and selecting candidates to move forward to the interview stage.

Applicants selected for interviews will receive their interview schedule by email. Please be sure to check both your inbox and junk/spam folders for communication from our team.

We sincerely appreciate the strong interest in ORAC’s Apprentice Intake Program and thank everyone who took the time to apply. All applicants will be notified of their status once the review process is complete. Decisions made by the apprentice intake committee are considered final.

If you were not selected for this intake, please don’t be discouraged. Another intake period will open this May for the Summer where you can have the opportunity to apply again.

12/17/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible ORAC Community

Thank you to all of our generous ORAC members who participated in this year’s Holiday Heroes Toy Drive, in partnership with York Regional Police and The Salvation Army. Because of you, children and families in need will experience joy, warmth, and the magic of the holiday season. 💫🎄

This initiative was a true success, and its impact goes far beyond the toys collected. Each donation represents hope, kindness, and a reminder to these children that their community cares deeply about them. Your generosity will create lasting smiles and cherished moments during a time when it means the most. ❤️

We are incredibly proud of our members and grateful for your continued support in giving back and making a meaningful difference. Together, we proved once again the power of community and compassion.

Thank you for helping make the holidays brighter for so many.

Kilmer Environmental Inc., Robcan Mechanical, Pure Mechanical Group Inc., Ambient Mechanical Limited, Canadian Coil Technologies, JTAC, Yorkland Controls, Alltemp, Copeland, Ward Crane Rentals Ltd., J.L Refrigeration, Springbank Mechanical, Nortek Mechanical Services, Black and McDonald, Keepright Refrigeration, Carrier Enterprise, North Mechanical, DX Systems Solutions Inc., Dafco Filtration, Johnstone Supply, Yorktowne Air Inc., Office Central, Smith and Long, Sunbelt Rentals, OPUS Mechanical, Ontario Construction Secretariat, E.S.Fox, Xtra Mechanical, VR Mechanical, Ainsworth Inc., HRAI.

12/10/2025

Just Two Days Away From Our Holiday Toy Drive! 🎁

As we get closer to Friday’s Holiday Heroes Toy Drive, we want to extend a sincere thank-you to everyone who has donated so far. Your generosity has already allowed us to head out and pick up amazing toys and our team has started setting up the room, watching it transform into a space filled with joy and holiday magic.

But the season of giving isn’t over yet!

There’s still time to donate or join us in person on Friday to drop off toys and help us make an even bigger impact for children and families in need.

Donate here: https://cvent.me/WOdMoy

Your support whether big or small truly makes a difference.

Thank you for helping us bring smiles, hope, and holiday cheer to those who need it most.

’Tis the season of giving, and we are so grateful for all of you.

ORAC Team

12/08/2025

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Toy Drive Donors (So Far)!
Because of our members’ generosity to date, ORAC has already been able to go out and pick up toys for the Holiday Heroes Toy Drive including a few that might just inspire some little ones to start early in the skilled trades🔧

Helping ensure children in need will experience the joy, excitement, and magic of Christmas with their families. Your support is already making a meaningful impact…. But we’re not done yet!

There’s still time to donate and help us get even more toys into the hands of children who need them most:
https://cvent.me/WOdMoy

A special thank-you to our monetary donors so far:
Kilmer Environmental
Robcan Mechanical
Pure Mechanical
Ambient Mechanical
Canadian Coil
JTAC
Yorkland Controls
Alltemp
Copeland
Ward Crane

Your kindness is helping brighten the holidays for so many. Together we can continue to make an even bigger difference.

Thank you for giving back! 🎄✨

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133 Milani Boulevard, Unit 104
Vaughan, ON
L4H4M4

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+19056700010

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