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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.
Ontario takes another step toward re-opening
‘Get ready,’ said Premier Ford as the province announced 61 sector-specific guidelines to help businesses re-open.
Relief from COVID-19: Should contracts and subcontracts be amended by legislation?
‘Creative means to fund legislative remedies might be critical to avoiding substantial insolvencies, job losses and downturns in one of the most important sectors in our economy,’ writes Rob Kennaley.
Mississauga to resume construction
The city has resumed work on several projects left over from 2019, and given the go-ahead to start work on more than 20 essential infrastructure projects.
More construction projects permitted to reopen on Monday
The province has announced a wider list of construction projects that will be permitted to reopen after the weekend, including work on schools, municipal projects and site preparation, excavation and servicing.
Construction costs for all buildings rise in Q1
Statistics Canada’s latest report on construction costs shows rises in all residential and non-residential types—with further cost increases expected in the second quarter of the year.