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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.
Northern Ontario municipalities share in $15M in federal, provincial funding
The majority of funding will support the rehabilitation of water and wastewater infrastructure, repairs to municipal public works buildings and fire halls. Additional investments will support upgrades to parks, recreational facilities and active transportation networks.
Construction and autonomous vehicles — Considerations for increased adoption
In this article, we highlight areas for stakeholders to consider in the development and adoption of autonomous vehicles in construction sites.
Third wave plays havoc with employment
Employment across the country dropped again in May as several provinces, including Ontario, maintained public-health shutdowns to help control the spread of COVID-19.
Fanshawe launches Skills2Build program
The free program aims to generate employment opportunities with local employers and fill employment gaps within the industry.
Province invests in free trades training for high-school students
The province has announced funding of nearly $440,000 that will be put towards a program to help more than 2,000 high-school students learn more about careers in the skilled trades and technology sectors.



