The program aims to connect 60 women and young workers with training opportunities and mentors to further bolster the construction and manufacturing workforces in Niagara Region.

MTN Construction Inc. was fined for its role in a workplace incident in 2020 that led to a worker’s fall from the third floor of a high-rise building.

The sanctions were lifted two years ahead of schedule in recognition of the work done by the company to meet all the settlement agreement's terms and conditions.

The Canada Infrastructure Bank is establishing the Indigenous Community Infrastructure Initiative, which will enable the building of new infrastructure projects in Indigenous communities and help generate investments in projects that are vital to economic growth and environmental protection.

Supported by a $167-million federal investment, the FCM-run program supports municipalities in lowering the carbon emissions from community buildings such as arenas, pools, libraries and recreation and cultural centres.