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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.
AECO, RESCON receive CMHC funding for residential-development approvals technology
The groups were recently awarded $2.35 million from CMHC to create a one-window digital platform for the approvals of residential developments. The project will be tested in Simcoe County.
Province introduces skilled trades careers fairs for youth
The fairs begin October 25 in Mississauga, with subsequent events booked in London, Sudbury, Ottawa and Thunder Bay.
Fairmount Properties hints at design plans for Grace Hospital site in Windsor
The developer has signed affiliation agreements with St. Clair College and the University of Windsor, while also planning to include retail, healthcare and commercial services on the site.
Feds open proposals to help equity-deserving groups get apprenticeship training
The government is adding nearly $99 million to its Union Training and Innovation Program and its Women in Skilled Trades Initiative to bolster the participation of equity-deserving groups in the skilled trades.
BC growth leads August construction investment gains
Investment in building construction increased to $21.1 billion in August, with most of the gains coming from British Columbia.