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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.
Restrictions on businesses, outdoor gatherings to loosen in Ontario on Friday
The government said pandemic health indicators have improved and COVID-19 vaccine uptake is high enough to begin lifting some restrictions ahead of schedule.
Feds earmark $960 million for smart-energy projects
A new Smart Renewables and Electrification Pathways Program will help to fund the construction of projects that focus on non-emitting, clean-energy technologies, and those that modernize electricity-system operations.
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.
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.
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.