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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.
Province launches high-speed internet procurement RFQ
A reverse auction will see ISPs identify their plans to roll out high-speed services in targeted communities, and bid on how much support they need from the province to do so.
South Ottawa development OK to proceed
Plans to develop a low-income neighbourhood in Ottawa’s south end were approved by city council on September 8. The developer, Hazelview Investments, hopes to have shovels in the ground next year.
CCA launches election-advocacy messages
The association is calling for government to address key issues for the industry, such as increasing infrastructure investment, helping to bolster the workforce, and modernizing procurement practices.
Federal tax policy incentivizes demolition over reuse
As we envision postpandemic social changes to our urban environment, we must do so within the context of policy changes needed to sustain our existing building stock – including our dwindling built-heritage inventory.
Permit values drop 3.9% in July
The total value of permits issued for the month reached $9.9 billion, with all provinces except British Columbia and Newfoundland and Labrador posting lower values.