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Waterloo Region permits hit all-time high in 2019
The $1.7 billion worth of permits recorded last year represent an increase of 68 percent over 2018’s total.
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.
Is now a good time to put a project out for tender?
Members of the Grand Valley Construction Association’s board of directors offer their opinions on whether now is a good time for owners to tender work.
Stantec to provide technical services for Hurontario LRT project
The $4.6-billion line will connect the Port Credit GO regional rail station in Mississauga to the Brampton Gateway Terminal, and include 19 stops along the way.
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.