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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.
Residential associations propose economic kick-start plan
Three major residential construction associations have recommended 20 measures Ontario can take to reboot the province’s economy.
Housing starts drop by more than 20 percent in May
CMHC’s monthly report on housing starts shows more bad news for an industry already hit by challenges with immigration and drops in employment.
May LFS data shows slow recovery
About 11 percent of those 5.5 million workers who lost jobs or were displaced by the COVID-19 pandemic got back to work in May. Construction added nearly 74,000 jobs after losing more than 300,000 in April.
DPI Construction Management hires COVID consultant
DPI Construction Management has hired Dr. Elaine Chin of the Innovation Health Group to advise on workplace safety and employee wellness as they pertain to COVID-19.
Pomerleau to donate $600,000+ to charities
The company announced targeted donations to organizations in the communities it serves, as well as a virtual physical activity challenge for employees to raise further money.