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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.
CIQS, CCA sign reciprocity agreement
The agreement allows CEC and PQS designates to automatically be accepted into the Gold Seal program—some without sitting the Gold Seal exam. Meanwhile, Gold Seal certified estimators can immediately earn their CEC designations.
Algoma University receives $18M for Indigenous Cultural Centre
The space will serve as a venue to share and promote the culture of Indigenous peoples in Canada and showcase the archival collection of work produced by children of Shingwauk residential school survivors.
Province announces $5M for electrical-training program
The funding will support a program being run by electrical contractor Spark Power. It will provide upskilling opportunities for 500 workers.
Thousands to receive COVID-19 vaccine at clinic run by construction company
The clinic run by Mississauga, Ont.-based EllisDon has seen more than 15,000 people book appointments, scheduled between May 19 and 26.
Ontario plans to reopen week of June 14 under new three-stage plan
Premier Doug Ford said Thursday that the province can start gradually loosening restrictions because COVID−19 cases and hospitalizations are declining while vaccinations increase.