Changes proposed by the provincial government see naloxone kits made mandatory on construction sites, and penalties of as much as $1.5 million for officers and directors of companies that violate occupational health and safety laws.

The legislation would help workers in over 30 professions—including engineers, auto mechanics, and plumbers—come to work in the province within 30 business days.

The government is set to introduce a new piece of labour legislation this month that will include the proposed policy.

Ontario's financial watchdog says that overall, the province's labour market has rebounded to pre-pandemic levels, but the recovery has been uneven across sectors and regions.

The Canadian Construction Association will host its 2022 annual conference in Vancouver next month, with programming delivered in person and via a live stream.