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The Government of the Northwest Territories is set to advance construction projects along the Mackenzie Valley Highway corridor with the realignment of $65 million in federal funding, facilitating a series of critical infrastructure developments.
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The Ontario government is investing $10 million into skilled trades training programs as part of its Skills Development Fund, following scrutiny over the fund's management and ethics allegations against the Labour Minister.
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The construction industry is witnessing a significant increase in the adoption of robotics, as highlighted in recent reports forecasting substantial growth in usage and spending in this sector.
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Amtrak has commenced a significant $242 million rehabilitation project on the Dock Bridge, a crucial rail crossing in New Jersey, aimed at improving reliability and safety for over 200,000 daily passengers. The project will convert the movable bridge into a fixed-span structure and is part of the broader Gateway Program to modernize the Northeast Corridor.
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The town of Happy Valley-Goose Bay is requesting assistance to improve its infrastructure before it can support a proposed energy deal between Newfoundland and Labrador and Quebec, which could lead to significant construction projects and an influx of workers.
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Dexter Construction has secured a $32 million contract from Transport Canada for the replacement of the movable transfer bridge at the Souris ferry terminal, a vital link for transportation to the Magdalen Islands.
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Despite a slight increase in Canadian home sales, the overall market remains below last year's figures, highlighting a complex landscape for buyers and sellers alike.
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The City of Toronto will officially designate a section of Yonge Street as BTS Boulevard in honor of the K-pop group's upcoming concerts.
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Home sales in Canada saw a modest increase in July, continuing a trend of stabilization in the housing market as inventory levels remain close to historical averages.
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The Alberta Utilities Commission has denied Synapse Real Estate Corp.'s application for a natural gas plant intended to power a large data centre complex in Olds, Alberta, citing concerns over community impact and suitability of the location.
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Demolition has commenced at Tumbler Ridge Secondary School in British Columbia, the site of a mass shooting earlier this year, as the community prepares for the construction of a new school funded by provincial and federal governments.
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As the deadline for President Trump's 50% tariffs nears, Canadian officials engage in high-level negotiations to mitigate potential impacts on trade.