The number of people employed in Canada increased by 35,000 in January 2020, as the unemployment rate feel 0.1 percentage points, to 5.5%.

Construction in the nation’s capital topped $3 billion last year, showing a 3.28% increase over 2018.

A month to month comparison of building permits issues in January in Windsor shows fewer industrial and commercial projects in the works, but is highlighted by a $23 million student residence project.

According to Statistics Canada, non-residential building construction costs rose 3.5 percent in 2019, while residential construction costs were up 2.9 percent.

The association plans to increase the scope and duration of its signature event—with room for more exhibitors and a long list of educational presentations.