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3 months ago

The Ontario government is celebrating the opening of the new Southbridge Ottawa long-term care home and the groundbreaking of a second Southbridge Ottawa home, along with the re-opening of the Broadview Nursing Home in Smiths Falls. These developments will add a total of 384 beds to the community, with modern amenities and dedicated spaces for residents.

3 months ago

The Ontario government has announced a $44 million investment to rehabilitate drinking water, wastewater, and stormwater infrastructure in the Niagara Region. The funding will support projects in various municipalities, including St. Catharines, Welland, Niagara Falls, and Fort Erie.

3 months ago

The Skills Ontario Competition attracted almost 40,000 visitors and featured 2,900 students from 65 Ontario school boards and 23 colleges participating in 77 different competitions. The event highlighted various skilled trades, including plumbing, bricklaying, welding, and carpentry, as well as competitions in fields like landscape design, culinary arts, and graphic design. Winners received a total of 230 medals and $60,000 in monetary awards.

3 months ago

The resistance to hyper-scale data centres is increasing in both Canada and the U.S. as concerns about data sovereignty risks and community impacts rise. Governments and developers are facing challenges in addressing issues related to power consumption, water usage, job creation, and tax revenues. The construction industry sees data centres as a bright spot amidst a slowdown in other sectors, but the long-term implications are being questioned.

3 months ago

Private equity real estate firm KingSett Capital and University Pension Plan Ontario have formed a partnership to invest in multi-tenant, light industrial buildings in supply-constrained markets in Canada. This collaboration aims to deepen UPP's position in the industrial real estate sector and diversify its portfolio while increasing its allocation to income-generating assets.

3 months ago

305 Manning Avenue in Little Italy, Toronto, offers a well-designed contemporary home with four bedrooms, four bathrooms, and high-end features. The property includes a chef's kitchen, integrated appliances, custom glass staircase, and a luxurious primary retreat on the third floor. The lower level features a sauna and private spa-like amenities. The outdoor space is perfect for entertaining. Listed at $2,995,000, this turnkey home is ideal for buyers looking for modern living in a walkable neighborhood.

3 months ago

Federal prosecutors have announced criminal charges in the 2024 collapse of Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, involving a Singapore-based ship operator and a senior employee. The incident resulted in the death of six people and significant economic repercussions. Charges include conspiracy, failure to inform authorities of hazardous conditions, and obstructing investigations.

3 months ago

A list of the top 10 pre-bid municipal projects in Canada, ranked by project value, has been released for May 2026. The projects include a mix of new construction and renovation work in various cities across the country.

3 months ago

British Columbia Premier David Eby defends the government's record budget deficit as necessary for investing in future infrastructure projects, comparing it to buying a home for a family's future. The premier made the remarks at the site of the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension, emphasizing the importance of such investments for the community's growth and prosperity.

3 months ago

The Kitsilano Pool in Vancouver is undergoing pre-season maintenance and repairs in preparation for the upcoming summer season. The City of Vancouver is considering three options for the pool's future, including protecting the existing facility, renovating it, or replacing it with a new facility outside the floodplain. A final decision is expected from the park board and city council later this spring.

3 months ago

Alexia MacLeod will be breaking the glass ceiling in September as she becomes the first female chair of the Ontario General Contractors Association. Her appointment marks a significant milestone in the construction industry, signaling a shift towards greater gender diversity and inclusion.

3 months ago

A significant payment signals progress on a large residential development project in Welland, despite a denied grant request. LIV Communities is moving forward with plans for the Lock and Quay community, which includes 4,500 new residential units and various amenities. The project is expected to span over 10 years and inject millions of dollars into the local economy.