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Construction labour conditions ease in December, with unemployment approaching historical averages
A notable trend throughout 2023 was the increasing employment of women in the construction sector. The employment of women 15 to 24 years of age surged by 60% compared to 2022.
Algoma Steel says structure collapse Saturday disrupted coke production, no injuries
The company said there were no injuries, but the incident resulted in a coke oven gas main failure generating abnormal flaring and emissions.
Kingston, St. Catharines sign on to housing deals with feds
The cities of St. Catharines and Kingston have agreed to terms with the federal government, signing deals for $25.7 million and $27.6 million, respectively.
Ontario to open housing-enabling infrastructure funding to more municipalities
Ontario Premier Doug Ford says the province is opening up funding for housing-enabling infrastructure to more municipalities.
Developers break ground on Toronto affordable housing project
Across two planned phases, Valhalla Village will include three towers and one mid-rise building, with a total of 1,135 homes.