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Monthly Archives: May 2025

Ontario Protecting Workers on Construction Sites

2025-05-27T15:04:13+00:00

Province proposing changes that would improve access to defibrillators at construction sites The Ontario government will soon introduce first-in-Canada changes that will, if passed, create safer workplaces for construction workers by requiring automatic external defibrillators (AEDs) at construction sites. This builds on the lifesaving changes introduced in 2022 that require naloxone kits in at-risk workplaces. “Our government is protecting Ontario workers that are building our province by requiring AEDs on construction sites,” said David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development. “Our skilled workers are at the centre of our government's plan to build highways, energy and key [...]

Ontario Protecting Workers on Construction Sites2025-05-27T15:04:13+00:00

City surpasses $1B in construction value in record time

2025-05-26T20:28:00+00:00

City surpasses $1 billion in construction value in record time! The City of Hamilton reached a significant milestone on April 30, 2025, surpassing $1 billion in total construction value for building permits issued since the start of the year. This marks the earliest point in the calendar year the City has ever hit this benchmark. “Hamilton’s momentum is undeniable. With a clear focus on strategic development, we’re creating new housing, supporting economic growth, and laying the foundation for a more inclusive, livable city. At the same time, we recognize the challenges that remain — from housing affordability to gaps [...]

City surpasses $1B in construction value in record time2025-05-26T20:28:00+00:00

Ontario Takes Next Step to Build Hamilton LRT

2025-05-23T14:05:12+00:00

Ontario is taking the next step to build the Hamilton LRT The Ontario government has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the first package of civil and utility work for the Hamilton LRT. This marks another milestone in the province’s plan to protect Ontario by building transit, reducing gridlock, and creating thousands of good-paying jobs in one of Ontario’s fastest-growing cities. “Today, we’re one step closer to getting shovels in the ground on this critical transit project that will connect thousands of residents in Hamilton to good jobs and housing, while protecting Ontario workers in the face of [...]

Ontario Takes Next Step to Build Hamilton LRT2025-05-23T14:05:12+00:00

Building Faster and Smarter in Ontario

2025-05-12T14:02:52+00:00

Ontario Getting Homes and Infrastructure Built Faster and Smarter Today, May 12, 2025, Ontario is introducing the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 to help speed up the construction of new homes and infrastructure, including by streamlining development processes and reducing costs in close partnership with municipalities. The province is also increasing its historic investment in housing-enabling infrastructure by adding $400 million in immediate funding to the Housing-Enabling Water Systems Fund (HEWSF) and Municipal Housing Infrastructure Fund (MHIP) for a total of nearly $2.3 billion over four years across the HEWSF and the MHIP. “We are taking [...]

Building Faster and Smarter in Ontario2025-05-12T14:02:52+00:00

HHCA Construction News – May 2025

2025-05-01T15:00:08+00:00

HHCA May 2025 Newsletter The May newsletter is FULL of Construction News! Things have become slightly less busy at the office but it seems like there is a lot happening in the local construction industry and beyond! Inside this month's newsletter you'll find an update on the City of Burlington's Building Permit fees, City of Hamilton Stormwater Fee estimator tool and some Tariff Resources courtesy of the provincial government. In addition, you'll find details on the complimentary networking and learning opportunity on May 13 hosted by the Young Leaders Group, a complimentary Excess Soils seminar presented by Envision Consultants [...]

HHCA Construction News – May 20252025-05-01T15:00:08+00:00

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