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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.
WSIB operational review makes 25 recommendations
The review was created to provide guidance to the board at a time when it has eliminated its unfunded liability, introduced a new rate framework and introduced a service modernization initiative.
Province invests $511K into veteran career services
The investment in the Pathways to Post-Military Employment program will help those transitioning into their post-service lives find meaningful work in construction careers. Separately, the Ontario Construction Secretariat contributed $100,000 of its own to Helmets to Hardhats.
Ontario budget gets nod from industry
There wasn’t much in the way of new money delivered for infrastructure, but the November 5 Ontario budget did get its share of praise from industry stakeholders for its commitments to spending on construction-related initiatives.
Pomerleau breaks ground on U of T Scarborough residence
The 265,000-square foot building is one of the largest Passive House projects under construction in North America. Once complete, it will consume 40 to 60 percent less energy than a conventional building.
Non-residential markets bring down total construction investment in September
Investment in the non-residential building sectors has been on a downward trend since hitting a peak in June. The overall investment market dropped 1.7 percent in September—down from a record high in August.