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April LFS finds notable contractions among the eldest and youngest components of the construction labour force
Although the national industry unemployment rate contracted over the year ending in April 2026, the change was principally driven by a decline in the industry’s labour force.
Housing starts held back by regulatory conditions, structural factors: CMHC
The agency estimated that annual housing starts could have been nearly 30 per cent higher in 2024 if the Canadian housing industry had been as responsive as the U.S. industry.
Algoma Steel would supply material for land vehicles: Hanwha
The automotive and steel sectors have been slammed by U.S. President Donald Trump's ongoing trade war, which has lasted for more than a year.
U of T unveils design for Temerty Building
The new hub will help advance work in science, medicine and biomedical innovation.
Province commits $1.75 million to apprenticeship training across the GTA
Investments in six programs are intended to help modernize training facilities and prepare more workers for careers in the skilled trades.