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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.
Government of Ontario to amend emergency order to allow release of holdbacks
Effective April 16, 2020, all procedural time periods and limitation periods under the Construction Act will be restored. This has two major implications for the industry: (i) lien periods are back; and (ii) owners can once again release holdbacks safely.
Light rail among Hamilton transit task force’s recommendations
The report from the group tasked with spending $1 billion on Hamilton’s transit system recommends spending the money in a variety of ways, including on light rail or on busses.
Canada Infrastructure Bank CEO and chair step down
CEO Pierre Lavallée announced his resignation with immediate effect; board chair Janice Fukakusa remains in her post until April 15.
Hospital construction can run 24/7, says Premier
The Ontario Government is lifting noise bylaws to allow for construction on essential projects such as hospitals to continue all day long.
MCAC, NTCCC join the call for cost relief
Support for a cost-relief program for construction companies suffering the financial impacts of site closures and delays is gathering steam among trade contractors.