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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.
Toronto announces first workplace closures due to COVID-19 outbreaks of five or more
A construction firm was among the first Toronto workplaces ordered to close or partially shut down due to COVID-19 outbreaks.
Construction labour market indicators nearing pre-pandemic levels
In its monthly report, Statistics Canada found that employment across all industries rose by 1.6% in March, and had risen to within 1.5% of its February 2020 level. Construction, which reported an increase of 24,900 workers, was among those sectors reporting gains.
'Super competitive': Warehouse demand soars amid shift to online shopping
Industrial space is being gobbled up at a dizzying rate as companies expand their storage and fulfilment centres to cope with the demands of e-commerce.
OCA issues open message to industry
After hosting a roundtable discussion with industry stakeholders, the Ottawa Construction Association has issued a statement regarding supply chain issues and price escalations.
Budget ’21: construction highlights and reaction
The budget forecasts a deficit of $354 billion, with significant spending allocated to infrastructure projects—including transit, rail and housing—and for apprenticeship training.