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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.
Developers break ground on Kingston’s largest geothermal-heated building
The Geo falls in line with Kingston’s 2019 climate change emergency declaration. The project uses geothermal energy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 70 percent.
Niagara Health collects $53M funding boost
The funding from the province will be used to help cover working funds deficits, and to address critical upgrades, repairs and maintenance at Niagara Health and Hotel Dieu Shaver Health and Rehabilitation Centre.
Wolseley Canada announces Wolseley Canada Indigenous Bursary
The bursary is being provided through Indspire’s Building Brighter Futures program, and provides funding for First Nation, Inuit and Metis students enrolled in full and part time studies in college, university, skilled trades, apprenticeship, and technology programs.
Co-working spaces poised for surge in demand as remote work increases
The number of co-working spaces worldwide is projected to reach 40,000 by 2024 and provide space for five million people, an increase of 158 per cent compared to 2020.
Inquiries opened into three construction deaths
The deaths date as far back as 20 years, and will look at the circumstances surrounding incidents on sites in Toronto, Ottawa and Perth.