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News and information from and for Ontario’s construction industry
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.
Skills Ontario receives funding boost from government
The province announced a further $3.5 million in funding for the organization during the Skills Ontario Virtual Skills Summit.
As COVID-19 shutdowns ease, construction employment recovers: May LFS data
The latest blog post from BuildForce Canada reviews the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Canada’s labour force, and construction’s labour force in particular.
Industry adapting, but concerns remain: OCS survey
The third in a series of surveys conducted by the Ontario Construction Secretariat shows contractors are taking a variety steps to manage the impact of the pandemic on their sites and their operations, but worry about the effects of any potential second wave.
More nooses found at Toronto construction sites
Police are investigating what is being called a series of hate crimes as more nooses were found on downtown construction sites on June 25 and 26.
CBTU launches Virtual Indigenous Training for construction
The new program covers four modules relating to inclusiveness and understanding, while a fifth model helps prepare people for careers in construction.