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May 24, 2013
A return to core values a must for banks: Carney
Banks must regain the public’s trust in order to ensure economic recovery, said Bank of Canada governor Mark Carney in one of his last public addresses recently.
May 24, 2013
Fundraising campaign to reach target for new Shriners Hospital for Children
A $130-million fundraising campaign to help raise money for the construction of the new Shriners Hospital for Children - Canada has reached just over $111 million, according to fundraising co-chair Richard Renaud.
May 24, 2013
NDP says it will support Liberal budget, averting spring election
Ontario won’t be plunging into an election any time soon, as the New Democrats agreed Tuesday to pass the budget and prop up the minority Liberals.
May 24, 2013
Measure of U.S. economy’s future health rises 0.6 per cent in April after March dip
A measure of the U.S. economy’s future health rose solidly in April, buoyed by a sharp rise in applications to build homes and a better job market.
May 23, 2013
Future tradespeople put to the test
The chair of the Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA) said it is “thrilling” to see what the students and young apprentices accomplish at the annual Ontario Technological Skills Competition (OTSC).
May 22, 2013
Random drug testing about site safety, says expert
Random drug testing is nothing new in Canada, and it continues to be used as an effective safety measure for high-risk jobs, according to CanAmm Occupational Health.
May 21, 2013
Multi-employer approach needed in apprenticeships
A multi-employer approach to apprenticeship training results in higher apprenticeship completion rates, according to a new study commissioned by the Ontario Construction Secretariat (OCS).
May 21, 2013
Call for action after MOL says workers are responsible for their own safety
NDP MPP Michael Mantha called on the Ontario government to take action after a Ministry of Labour representative said workers are responsible for their own safety in the workplace, not government inspectors.
May 17, 2013
Proposed Ambassador Bridge twinning draws Windsor mayor’s ire
The company that owns the busy Ambassador Bridge between Canada and the United States is being warned by Windsor’s mayor to back off plans to build a twin span.
May 17, 2013
Provinces need to loosen up apprenticeship rules
Provinces that want to encourage more workers to enter into the trades should allow companies to hire more apprentices as strict regulations act as barriers to entry, concludes a new report by the C.D. Howe Institute.
May 16, 2013
OPG $1 billion proposal to bury nuclear waste up for comment
A public comment period on Ontario Power Generation’s (OPG) $1 billion proposal to bury nuclear waste near Kincardine, Ont. draws to a close later this month and will be followed by a public hearing in the fall.
May 16, 2013
St. Marys Cement Inc. fined $75,000
St. Marys Cement Inc. of Toronto has been fined $75,000 and a supervisor was fined $3,000 for violations of the Occupational Health and Safety Act after a worker was injured.
May 16, 2013
Streamlined standards a focus for CIPH and MCAC in Ottawa
Anti-counterfeiting issues and streamlining of industry standards in North America were front and centre on the agenda when the Canadian Institute of Plumbing & Heating (CIPH) and the Mechanical Contractors Association of Canada (MCAC) met recently with federal politicians.
May 15, 2013
Citizens call for probe of labour ministry
A group of citizens from Elliot Lake, Ont., are calling for an independent probe of the provincial Ministry of Labour. They want an investigation to examine what they allege was a failure by ministry officials to prevent last June’s deadly collapse of the Algo Centre Mall which killed two women.
May 15, 2013
Goderich Carpenters’ union help train Habitat project trades
Pass by the site of a 1,200-square-foot house being built this summer in Goderich, Ont. by Habitat for Humanity and you might notice something different: the volunteer corps constructing the house is made up of women.
May 13, 2013
PCL Constructors works on Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto
Work is moving along at the Humber River Regional Hospital’s new acute care complex in Toronto, Ont.
May 13, 2013
Sudbury Construction Association’s voice strengthens
For a number of years, the Sudbury Construction Association (SCA) was one of the best-kept secrets in town.
May 13, 2013
London association withdraws from COCA
The London & District Construction Association (LDCA) has withdrawn from the Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA) because it has not taken a position opposing the Ontario College of Trades (OCOT).
May 10, 2013
U.S. employment rate reaches four-year low
U.S. employers added 165,000 jobs in April, and hiring was much stronger in the previous two months than the government first estimated.
May 10, 2013
CVC recognized for engineering excellence
Credit Valley Conservation (CVC) and partners’ innovative stormwater management retrofit project at Elm Drive in Mississauga was recognized with an engineering award of excellence during the 11th annual Consulting Engineers of Ontario (CEO) awards gala.
May 6, 2013
Ottawa Convention Centre wins top award from CEO
Consulting Engineers of Ontario (CEO) has recognized outstanding contributions by the industry to the social, economic and environmental quality of life in Ontario in its 2013 awards.
May 3, 2013
CivicAction Your32 campaign secures pledges and support
With less than a month until Metrolinx has to submit its Big Move investment strategy, CivicAction’s Your32 campaign to tackle gridlock has secured pledges from over 700 residents and elected officials to “get a move on” and find the money needed to build an efficient, affordable and accessible regional transportation network.
May 3, 2013
Miller Paving awarded $9.6-million contract
Miller Paving Ltd. has been awarded a $9.6-million contract to reconstruct more than 34 kilometres of road on Highway 65 near New Liskeard, Ont.
May 3, 2013
Non-residential construction up to $12.4 billion: StatsCan
Investment in non-residential building construction grew to $12.4 billion in the first quarter, up one per cent from the previous quarter, led by higher spending in the commercial and industrial sectors, reports Statistics Canada.
May 2, 2013
Day of Mourning about reflection
About 150 people from a variety of professions and trades, including Carpenters’ Local 27, attended the Day of Mourning ceremonies at the memorial in front of the Woodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena recently.
May 2, 2013
Conservatory Group works on Milan Condos in Toronto
Glass installation is progressing on the Milan Condominiums at Yonge and Church streets in Toronto, Ont.
May 2, 2013
Ontario rolls out economic revival plan, deficit at $11.7 billion
Ontario will eliminate this year’s projected $11.7 billion deficit in five years and a six-part economic renewal plan will help reach that goal and drive job creation, stated the province’s finance minister.
May 2, 2013
$13.5 billion for infrastructure in 2013 Ontario budget
The Ontario government has reaffirmed in its 2013 budget its commitment to building and improving roads, transit and municipal projects by investing $13.5 billion in infrastructure.
May 1, 2013
Manitoba unveils new strategic plan to improve workplace safety
Manitoba has a new five-year strategic plan to prevent workplace injury and illness that includes doubling the funding for prevention services.
May 1, 2013
As WSIB nears 100 years its revamp continues, says Witmer
As the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) reaches the 100-year milestone in 2014, it has plans to revamp its business model to help cut costs and deliver its services more effectively.
May 1, 2013
Miller Paving’s RAP process wins ORBA green leadership award
Miller Paving Ltd.’s (the Miller Group) research and development on uses for Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) materials in pavement processes where RAP materials had not traditionally been considered has earned the organization the 2013 ORBA Green Leadership and Sustainability Award.
April 29, 2013
Engineer faces charges in Elliot Lake mall collapse
A professional engineer faces charges under health and safety laws in connection with last summer's deadly mall collapse in a northern Ontario town, the province's Ministry of Labour announced Monday
April 26, 2013
Demolition of Windsor’s worst eyesore intricate
It has been a long time coming but abatement and demolition of arguably Windsor’s worst eyesore began in late February and will be completed by summer.
April 26, 2013
CDK Holdings Ltd. fined for labour safety violation in Saskatchewan
A Saskatoon construction company has been fined for violating a labour safety law.
April 25, 2013
Ontario toxic exposure rule upgrades anticipated
The Ontario Ministry of Labour is considering upgrading the rules and guidelines for exposure to toxic substances on construction and demolition sites.
April 25, 2013
Workplace safety a year long priority
Though the National Day of Mourning is held on April 28, the Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA) hopes that workers will keep the message of safety and prevention with them all year long.
April 24, 2013
Windsor university steel collapse investigation
Tacoma Engineers of Guelph, Ont. is continuing an investigation of the partial collapse of the steel skeleton of the University of Windsor’s new Innovation Centre.
April 24, 2013
Saskatchewan passes mandatory asbestos registry law
Saskatchewan has become the first province to make reporting of asbestos in public buildings mandatory.
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