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Federal budget promises legislation to accelerate Alto high-speed rail project
The budget says legislative changes will streamline approvals and reduce regulatory uncertainty for the planned high-speed rail line between Toronto and Quebec City.
CCA reacts positively to federal budget
The association has commended the government's $115-billion investment in infrastructure, including $51 billion for local infrastructure such as housing and transportation.
Ontario fiscal update may focus on infrastructure, jobs
Finance Minister Peter Bethlenfalvy said that Ottawa's financial plan "lacks some ambition," particularly in infrastructure spending and insulating workers from the impacts of U.S. tariffs.
Building construction costs rise in Q3
Both residential and non-residential costs rose by 0.6% in the quarter as tariff pressures and supply-chain uncertainties continue to impact construction.
Ontario launches feasibility study for east-west pipeline and energy corridor
The study will be completed next year, delivering corridor and site options and cost analysis.