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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.
What the new CCDC 2 Stipulated Price Contract means for you
The new CCDC 2 updates the standard form contract to catch up with recent prompt payment and adjudication changes in Ontario (and soon other provinces). It also introduces a number of other changes to both reflect more recent trends in contracting and to otherwise streamline the contract.
$7M invested in northern Ontario infrastructure
The joint funding from the federal and provincial governments will upgrade water and wastewater infrastructure in three communities in northern Ontario.
Windsor construction ends 2020 on a high
Although the market failed to hit the heights achieved in 2019, it performed well in several key areas—in spite of disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Stantec, Merrick and Dialog JV selected for laboratories rebuild
The firms will work in joint venture to renew government research facilities across the country. Their contract could be worth as much as $100 million over five years.
AECOM exits civil construction
The move is part of a broader strategy by the company to divest itself of what it calls higher-risk, lower-margin construction services. The firm is currently involved in several major Canadian infrastructure projects, including Toronto’s four priority transit works.