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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.
Eastern Ontario projects collect $12M in federal, provincial funding
One project in Renfrew and four in Peterborough County will share in the funding from the federal and provincial governments.
Toronto announces first workplace closures due to COVID-19 outbreaks of five or more
A construction firm was among the first Toronto workplaces ordered to close or partially shut down due to COVID-19 outbreaks.
Construction labour market indicators nearing pre-pandemic levels
In its monthly report, Statistics Canada found that employment across all industries rose by 1.6% in March, and had risen to within 1.5% of its February 2020 level. Construction, which reported an increase of 24,900 workers, was among those sectors reporting gains.
Contract awarded for Windsor catholic HS
The $26.7-million contract to build the facility was awarded to Oscar Construction Company Limited. The Windsor-Essex Catholic District School Board aims to have the facility open for the start of the 2022–23 school year.
National Day of Mourning ceremonies move online
A complete list of local ceremonies scheduled for tomorrow is published on the Canadian Labour Congress website.