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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.
COVID hammered apprenticeship numbers in 2020: StatsCan
The national statistics agency found a drop of 28.5 percent in apprenticeship registrations in 2020, and a drop in certifications of 32.7 percent.
Give gig workers more rights, transparency, benefits, Ontario committee recommends
The final report from the Ontario Workforce Recovery Advisory Committee, including 21 recommendations, was made public Thursday.
Dillon Consulting acquires Counterpoint Engineering
The acquisition marks the first step towards significant growth of Dillon’s land-development business unit over the next several years.
OHBA training program receives funding boost from government
The province will invest nearly $3 million into the OHBA’s Job-Ready Program that aims to teach participants about general home-building techniques.
Tim Murphy named WDBA chair
The former Ontario MPP and chief of staff of the Prime Minister takes over leadership of the Crown corporation that is overseeing construction of the Gordie Howe International Bridge project.