Ontario will become the first province in Canada to require automatic external defibrillators at construction sites, a move aimed at reducing workplace …
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Alberta commits $33 million to train unemployed workers for in-demand jobs
Alberta’s government will invest $33 million in training programs to help more than 5,000 unemployed and underemployed Albertans gain skills for workforce …
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St. Catharines, Ont., roofing company fined $78,000 after worker’s critical fall
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA St. Catharines roofing contractor has been fined $78,000 after a worker suffered critical injuries from falling off an improperly secured ladder …
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Vaughan, Ont., carpentry company fined $140,000 after fatal workplace fall
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA Vaughan, Ont.-based construction company has been fined $140,000 after pleading guilty in a workplace fatality case where a worker fell to …
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Northern Ontario construction firm fined $50,000 worker injured at quarry site
A Hearst, Ont.-based construction company has been fined $50,000 after a worker suffered critical injuries at a quarry site when they attempted …
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FeaturedLabour RelationsWorkplace Safety & OHS
Tax fraud in residential construction threatens workers and law-abiding employers, union warns
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberAs government investment pours into housing projects to address Canada’s supply crisis, a national union is warning that tax fraud and worker …
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FeaturedWorkplace Safety & OHS
Construction industry to mark Safety Week 2025 with focus on collective responsibility
Construction Safety Week will take place May 5–9 across Canada and the United States, with a renewed focus on collective responsibility and …
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Diversity, Equity & InclusionFeaturedLabour ShortagesWorkforce Statistics
Nova Scotia construction faces labour crunch as residential demand surges
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberA surge in residential building activity is expected to drive a 21 per cent increase in construction employment in Nova Scotia by …
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FeaturedImmigrationLabour Shortages
Ottawa earmarks $52 million to tackle healthcare, construction labour gaps with skilled newcomers
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberOttawa is putting up to $52 million into 16 projects aimed at helping skilled newcomers secure jobs in Canada’s healthcare and construction …
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Awards and CompetitionsWorkplace Safety & OHS
PCL Construction recognized for safety and sustainability leadership by CCA
by Todd Humberby Todd HumberPCL Construction has been recognized for its commitment to workplace safety and environmental sustainability, earning two national awards from the Canadian Construction …


