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The Link2Build group publishes news and information about the Ontario construction industry daily. Check here for the latest in trends, developments and insight from a wide variety of contributors, and visit regularly for updated information.
STO launches apprenticeship awards
The awards are designed to formally recognize those working to an exceptional degree within Ontario’s skilled trades.
National construction employment softens in August, led by sharp contractions in Ontario
With a year-over-year contraction of 6.9%, Ontario recorded by far the largest drop in employment among the provinces – primarily driven by declining construction of low-rise housing units.
Earn while you learn: How apprenticeships give students a leg up in the trades
Employers and governments are eager to help students through the process with a variety of grants, resources and learning supports.
Ontario announces more Level Up! skilled trades fairs for 2024
The province has added seven cities and more dates to its career fairs in an effort to expose more than 35,000 students to opportunities in the skilled trades.
More layoffs coming for employees who worked at Ontario Science Centre
Until a new facility is built at Ontario Place, the province has been looking for somewhere to house a temporary science centre.