Canadian construction sector subdued amid US tariff uncertainty: Report
Crane and building construction site against blue sky The results of the Q2 2025 RICS-CIQS Canada Construction Monitor continue pointing to a cautious backdrop in the face of increased trade tariffs set by the U.S. […]
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Institutional sector drives growth in 2025: OCS
According to a report by the Ontario Construction Secretariat (OCS), total ICI permit value was up 6 per cent year-to-date in the first half of 2025, driven by a 29 per cent year-to-date increase in […]
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U.S. in final decision to hike Canadian softwood duties, tells officers to collect
Lumber awaiting shipment is seen stacked at the Gorman Brothers Lumber sawmill, in West Kelowna, B.C., Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck The U.S. Department of Commerce says it has made a final […]
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New federal entity to prioritize Canadian-made, affordable housing projects
Prime Minister Mark Carney announces funding for houses as Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi listens during a visit to Edmonton, Thursday, March 20, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson Prime Minister Mark Carney’s promised new entity to […]
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Ontario funds free building code course, opposition urges more action on skills gaps
New homes are constructed in Ottawa on Monday, Aug. 14, 2023.THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick An Ontario college has opened applications to newcomers for a free program intended to address what it describes as a “critical” […]
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