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News and information from and for Ontario’s construction industry
The Link2Build group publishes news and information about the Ontario construction industry daily. Check here for the latest in trends, developments and insight from a wide variety of contributors, and visit regularly for updated information.
Telesat to build satellite landing station in Timmins
The company purchased a plot of land on Laforest Road from the City of Timmins, and has already started site preparation work on the site.
Ontario now noncommittal on goal of building 1.5 million homes in 10 years
Ontario’s final tally for housing starts in 2024 was well off what’s needed to achieve 1.5 million homes, even with various new categories the government counts.
Federal, Ontario governments contributing $3B to small nuclear reactor project
Prime Minister Mark Carney has added the Darlington New Nuclear Project to his list of projects deemed to be in the national interest and therefore worthy of fast tracking.
Province commits SDF funds to GTA training programs
Four organizations will receive funding for programs that focus specifically on construction trades, including IBEW Local 353.
Skilled Trades Ontario expands on-site certification exams to training delivery agents
The change will help reduce travel for apprentices writing exams, and support faster entry to the workforce for employers who are hiring now.



