Karen Renkema
Karen has extensive experience in both public policy and construction fields. Prior to joining PCA, Karen served as the Director of Government Relations for the Ontario Road Builders’ Association as well as the VP of Policy and Government Relations for the Council of Ontario Construction Associations. She brings a wealth of knowledge in government procurement practices, as well as issues such as skills training and health & safety.
Karen started her journey in the public affairs arena as an advisor to campaigns and legislators in Michigan.
Constructive Thinking
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Toronto gains global attention for high construction costs
Continue readingIt’s a dubious distinction that makes building more affordable housing in Toronto a whole lot more daunting. A new global ranking shows Toronto has the second highest construction costs not...
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Ottawa Hospital expansion project warrants an investigation
Continue readingCompetition matters. It drives our economy, improves productivity and translates into higher quality at a lower cost. Yet the Ottawa Hospital’s $2.8 billion expansion project, seems to ignore all of t...
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Pushback on construction monopolies a win for all
Continue readingA recent court ruling will keep construction monopolies at bay in the Sault. It’s a victory for local taxpayers and for numerous workers and companies, reaffirming their right to continue bidding on a...
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Ottawa Hospital has nothing to brag about
Continue readingThe Ottawa Hospital calls it a “landmark” agreement. But if the public truly understood the implications of the hospital’s sweetheart deal to build its new Civic Campus, it would not be something to b...
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City of Toronto needs to open up competition on municipal projects
Continue readingIt’s nothing to be proud of. From shabby parks to collapsing public housing, ours is a city that’s been shamefully neglected. Restoring civic pride and Toronto’s sorry infrastructure will require a ma...
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‘Sweetheart deal’ on Ottawa hospital expansion hits taxpayers hard
Continue readingFunding The Ottawa Hospital expansion has been the subject of debate during this municipal election campaign and for good reason.Ottawa taxpayers deserve to know why they should pay the price for such...
