Recommendations from Architects DCA president Toon Dreessen on how to support small design firms during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The organization has opened full access to courses on such subjects as pandemic planning, mental health and office ergonomics, as well as a free emergency response planning guide.

‘Failure to comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations could result in a stop work order,’ said the ministry.

More than 120,000 workers who completed training between February 28, 2018 and August 31, 2017 will see their certifications extended by a year.

The recommendations include deeming the planning, design, construction and operation of important infrastructure as essential services, and jump-starting infrastructure projects to keep the industry working.