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Province further eases construction restrictions
A May 6 announcement by the province allows site preparation work to begin on high-rise multi-unit residential projects, and work to continue on those projects already at above-grade stages.
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.
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.
RCCAO report offers recommendations for streamlining subway-project costs
Construction costs for major subway projects in the Greater Toronto Area have more than doubled since the beginning of the 2000s.
Belleville names new building officials
The city has promoted long-time employees Brett Forestell and Kevin Kehoe to the roles of chief building official and deputy chief building official, respectively.