A gain of more than 22% in building permit values was driven by increases in both the residential and non-residential sectors.

RESCON is hoping the event will spark ideas, discussions and action to boost housing supply.

The survey also found regional differences in opinions on infrastructure projects, with central Ontarians less likely to prioritize the speed of approval processes.

Until a new facility is built at Ontario Place, the province has been looking for somewhere to house a temporary science centre.

The authority is also seeking a restraining order to prevent the company from further violating the law and endangering consumers.