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Locke Street project in Hamilton wins OPWA award
Construction work started in March 2019 and wrapped up in November of that same year. The project adopted a complete streets concept that places emphasis on accessibility and comfortable travel for all road users.
OAA appoints new president
Toronto-based Susan Speigel has performed extensive work with social housing and community spaces, and is committed to promoting inclusive architecture.
Peterborough projects share in more than $22M
The federal government has announced more than $22 million in funding to support the construction of two rental-housing properties in Peterborough.
Save the trees: Never-ending construction in cities threatens the urban forest
City trees are important: they purify the air, reduce heat islands, help regulate the water cycle and provide immense health benefits. Yet unbridled development threatens the survival of the urban forest and the full range of ecosystem services it provides.
Feds provide $500K funding for Junction East study
The proposed project for Sudbury’s downtown would unite the Greater Sudbury Public Library's central branch, the Art Gallery of Sudbury, the Sudbury Theatre Centre and the Sudbury Multicultural and Folk Arts Association under a single roof in the city’s downtown.