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Residential construction costs grow again in Q2; growth in non-rez costs slows
Statistics Canada data shows that residential building construction costs grew by 1.9% in the second quarter, while non-residential costs rose by 1.5%.
Feds, city announce $64 million for Hamilton housing projects
The federal government will provide close to $45 million for the projects, which will also be supported by a contribution of $19.1 million from the City of Hamilton.
Expanded vision for Regent Park given approval by Toronto council
The decision sets the stage for Toronto Community Housing and developer Tridel Builders to develop a mixed-income, mixed-use neighbourhood that includes new rental units and a new Toronto Public Library.
Toronto Blue Jays unveil new Rogers Centre renovation plans for 100 level
New seats will be installed from foul pole to foul pole, oriented toward the infield for improved viewing specifically for baseball.
GFL Environmental sees revenue, net income grow in second quarter
The company says revenue for the quarter ended June 30 was $1.9 billion, up from $1.7 billion during the second quarter last year.