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About LDCA

The Premier Construction Association in London & Area

The London and District Construction Association (LDCA) is the premier organization dedicated to supporting and advancing the construction industry in London and the surrounding districts.

With a rich history spanning more than 125 years, LDCA provides a platform for networking, education, and advocacy — tailored specifically for ICI construction professionals. We aim to elevate industry standards and promote best practices to ensure the success and sustainability of our members' businesses.

125+ Years serving the industry

400+ Member companies

ICI Industrial, Commercial & Institutional focus

SW ON Region served

Our Mission

What Drives Us

"To foster a thriving construction community by offering valuable resources, industry insights, and opportunities for professional growth — elevating industry standards and promoting best practices to ensure the success and sustainability of our members' businesses."

What We Do

How LDCA Supports the Industry

Networking

Connecting construction professionals across London and the surrounding region through events, committees, and a thriving member community.

Education & Training

Offering safety training, professional development, and eLearning opportunities to help members and their teams grow their expertise.

Advocacy

Representing members' interests at local, provincial, and national levels — championing policies that support a healthy and competitive construction sector.

Industry Resources

Providing access to market intelligence, tender opportunities through Link2Build, economic reports, and a growing library of industry tools and research.

Our History

Over 125 Years of Building the Future

The LDCA has been a cornerstone of the London construction community since the late 1800s, evolving alongside the industry to meet the needs of each new generation of builders, tradespeople, and contractors.

Late 1800s
Founded
LDCA is established, creating a formal body to represent the interests of London's rapidly growing construction industry.
Mid 20th Century
Post-War Growth
LDCA expands its membership and services, reflecting the post-war construction boom transforming Southwestern Ontario's built environment.
2018
Link2Build Launches
LDCA launches Link2Build, a cutting-edge electronic plans room that modernizes how members discover, access, and bid on construction projects across the region.
2020s
Market Intelligence
Launch of the How's Business Report and ICI Permits Dashboard, delivering data-driven market intelligence directly to members and strengthening the industry's ability to plan ahead.
Today
Leading the Industry Forward
With over 400 member companies, LDCA continues to champion advocacy, education, and community — shaping the future of construction in London and area for the next 125 years.