The free program addresses the systemic causes of stress, exclusion and harm on job sites – issues OBCT says continue to undermine the recruitment and retention of skilled workers across Ontario.

RESCON president Richard Lyall said the data shows "we are staring into the abyss" when it comes to residential construction.

Jacobs Consultancy Canada Inc. & Egis Canada Ltd. will oversee management of the full project.

Ontario and federal officials say the province is using its position as a nuclear energy leader to fuel fusion energy discoveries.

The government said the provisions are intended to address cases like one in Windsor, where a training facility for electricians was delayed by municipal permitting.