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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.
CCA urges support for construction-cost reimbursement program
The national association is asking for the federal government to create a program to provide relief to contractors for up to 5 percent of contract values as a result of extra costs relating to COVID-19.
Industry responds to site shut-down order
Groups across the province have met the Ontario government’s decision to scale back construction work with approval.
Here to help: WSIB services during the COVID-19 pandemic
Workplace Safety and Insurance Board president and CEO Tom Teahen itemizes the ways the board is helping businesses and employers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
MCAC letter to Prime Minister calls for support for subtrades
The letter calls for government to act on four points to alleviate any costs or claims against subcontractors for delays to projects caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Construction closures to come into effect
Most sites across the province will be required to close down operations for two weeks effective 11:59 p.m. on April 4.