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Freeland introduces bill to remove GST off rental developments, amend competition law
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised the new legislation earlier this month to address the housing crisis and affordability crunch.
Feds announce $111M in funding for green-training programs
Seven organizations will share in the funding, including the Canada Green Building Council, and Mohawk College. Both will launch construction-focused programs.
Building construction investment drops 4% in July
The residential sector propelled the monthly decline, with investment values there falling for the fifth month in a row.
Hydro One starts work on Orillia projects
The combined construction value of the Regional Operations Centre and Provincial Warehouse is $120 million.
Ottawa to remove GST on new rental housing, ask grocers to stabilize prices: PM
Several announced measures surround housing, with the federal government pledging to remove GST on construction of new rental apartment buildings.