A new report issued by Cardus takes aim at community benefits agreements, arguing the need for reform to make the agreements better defined, less exclusionary and more measurable.

The funding will teach underprivileged youth skills in the plumbing, steam fitting, electrical, elevator mechanic and refrigeration trades through programs delivered by the non-profit organization.

Chris Nepszy comes to Windsor from the Town of Essex, where he served as Chief Administrative Officer. He replaces retiring Commissioner of Infrastructure Services Mark Winterton, who leaves the position in September.

The new Small Business Health and Safety Training Program aims to improve health and safety awareness by training health and safety representatives of small businesses in a number of sectors, including construction.

De Novo Treatment Centre is helping to conduct research that aims to identify and address the cause for higher rates of addiction and suicide within the industry.