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Payroll employment down, while job vacancies remain near record highs
Lower payroll hours in construction in May were likely caused by strikes in Ontario and British Columbia that delayed many projects. Job vacancies in the industry remained at historic levels.
Canadian economy avoids contraction in May, economists expect continued slowdown
The Canadian economy stayed flat in May, with growth slowing down as businesses continue to face supply constraints and rising interest rates, though economists say the current cycle of interest rate increases is expected to continue into the fall.
Martha George announces departure
After 16 years as president of the Grand Valley Construction Association, George leaves to pursue other interests. Her successor has not yet been named.
Blue Jays announce massive Rogers Centre overhaul
A major part of the $300 million in renovations will be updating some of the stadium's features that have become outdated since it was first designed.
Industry, academics partner on low-carbon concrete research project
A team of civil engineering researchers and industry and municipal partners are working to make one of the highest-carbon dioxide producing industries much cleaner.