OTTAWA — The federal election campaign continues today with all three major party leaders making stops in Western Canada. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is set to hold a press conference in Edmonton at 8:30 a.m., before traveling to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, for an evening rally. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh will be in Vancouver for […]
TORONTO — Mattamy Homes has been awarded the Gold Award for Best Design Centre at The Nationals, a prestigious program hosted by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) in the United States. The awards honour excellence in home design, marketing, and sales across the industry. Created in partnership with Figure3, Mattamy’s Urban Design Studio […]
Over 100 high school students from across Ontario took a break from their usual weekend routines to take on the role of urban designers at the ninth annual 1UP Conference in Toronto. Guided by volunteer design professionals, students aged 14 and older participated in a hands-on design challenge: reimagining a vibrant plaza that would connect […]
MONTREAL — As U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods continue to mount, the idea that companies can simply pivot to new supply chains is far from realistic, experts warn. While Canadian businesses are actively exploring alternative sourcing and export options in light of the 25% tariffs already in place — and more potentially on the way […]
Labour shortages have long been a concern in Canada’s construction industry — and they are projected to persist in the coming years. According to the 2025–2034 Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward report by BuildForce Canada, meeting workforce demand will require a multifaceted strategy. This includes boosting youth recruitment and training, while also increasing participation from […]
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet virtually with Canada’s premiers today to coordinate a response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs. For the second consecutive day, Carney has stepped away from election campaigning to address Trump’s aggressive trade measures, which include a 25% tariff on automobile and auto part imports. […]
OTTAWA – Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that Canada and the United States will engage in comprehensive negotiations for a new economic and security relationship immediately following the Canadian federal election. Carney also informed U.S. President Donald Trump in a phone call that Canada will introduce retaliatory tariffs next week in response to Trump’s […]
TORONTO – Support Ontario Youth (SOY) has wrapped up another successful season of its Tools in the Trades Boot Camp, with 1,089 participants gaining hands-on training in the skilled trades. The program helped individuals explore career opportunities and connect with industry professionals. “As a woman new to the trades, Tools in the Trades allowed me […]
TORONTO – A man in his 30s has died following an industrial accident near Queens Quay West and Rees Street in downtown Toronto early this morning. The incident occurred at 1:53 a.m., according to Toronto police. The worker was initially transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries but later succumbed to them. The Ministry of […]
OTTAWA – The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) has welcomed a significant $8.5 million investment from Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) and Quebec’s Ministry of Natural Resources and Forests, aimed at advancing wood construction projects across the province. The Government of Canada is contributing $4.7 million, while Quebec’s government is investing $3.83 million. Funding Allocation for Key […]