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3M survey shows broad support for skilled trades workers in Canada
The survey found that 96 percent of Canadians agree that Canada needs more skilled workers, while 76 percent said they would never pursue a career in the trades themselves.
Hydro One announces $10M infrastructure spend in Orillia
The utility will use the money to augment its transmission infrastructure and improve power resiliency and reliability across Simcoe County.
Toronto home builder fined $50,000 for 2019 fatality
Goldentrust Development Inc. pled guilty to violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Act for its role in an incident that led to a worker’s death.
Trudeau announces deal for new electric-vehicle battery plant in Ontario
Ottawa has reached a deal with a global materials technology and recycling group to build a new battery facility in Ontario's Loyalist Township that will supply parts for electric vehicles.
Hamilton building permits reach $1B value in record time
The total value of construction activity in the city surpassed $1 billion on June 17 – a full 13 days sooner than the previous record set last year.