12 h. ago Nuclear safety commission OKs construction of Ontario small modular reactor

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has approved a plan by Ontario Power Generation to build a small modular reactor at the site of the Darlington Nuclear Generating Station.

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4 d. ago Ontario ice storm in photos: ‘Trees snapping sounds like construction going on’

Freezing rain and gusting winds may complicate power restoration for more than 375,000 customers after Ontario storm

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5 d. ago Strong growth in residential activity in Nova Scotia drives construction employment demands higher to 2034

OTTAWA, Ontario, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Construction activity in Nova Scotia recorded another strong year in 2024, with both the residential and non-residential sectors reporting gains in activity over the previous year. The former was elevated by gains in new-housing and renovation activity, while the latter saw strong levels of activity in both […]

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5 d. ago Growth is forecasted across New Brunswick’s construction sector, and replacing retiring workers may be challenging

OTTAWA, Ontario, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Construction activity in New Brunswick increased in 2024, as the province’s residential sector saw growth in both the new housing and renovation components, while its non-residential construction sector saw growth in both engineering construction and the construction of industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings. BuildForce Canada released its […]

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5 d. ago The outlook for Newfoundland and Labrador’s construction sector is closely linked to major project activity

OTTAWA, Ontario, March 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Construction investment growth in Newfoundland and Labrador was modest in 2024. Both the residential and non-residential sectors reported growth in activity, with gains of 3% and 2%, respectively. Although the former benefitted from growth in new housing construction, activity in residential renovations – which is the principal […]

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1 week ago Toronto gas station with 65 years of history is about to be demolished

A Toronto gas station shuttered to make way for the new Ontario Line subway will soon be demolished, a teardown that will represent a symbolic milestone of change for an area planned and populated in the automobile's golden era.Metrolinx has announced it will begin demolition of a vacant gas station at the southeast corner of Don Mills Road and Wynford Drive, marking the end of a chapter in the area's history that dates back to the mid-20th century.The gas station at 843 Don Mills Road, which operated for decades as an Esso until its ultimate closure in 2024, is set to be demolished starting next week, followed by the removal of "hazardous materials" in a process that's expected to take several months.The gas station was fenced off after its permanent closure in 2024. Google Street View.The footprint of the gas station must be cleared to free up space for the construction of the Ontario Line's Science Centre station and the supporting elevated guideway that will carry trains in and ...

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3 w. ago Generation Receives Final Construction Permit from Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources

TORONTO — Generation Mining Limited (TSX:GENM, OTCQB: GENMF) (“Gen Mining” or the “Company”) is pleased to advise that it has now received all three outstanding approvals under the Lakes and Rivers Improvement Act (“LRIA”) from the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources (“MNR”) in respect of infrastructure construction associated with the water management structures for the […]

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3 w. ago Bird Joint Venture Signs Project Alliance Agreement for East Harbour Transit Hub

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bird Construction Inc. (TSX: BDT) is pleased to announce that Rail Connect Partners, its 50/50 joint venture with AtkinsRéalis, has finalized and signed a Project Alliance Agreement with Metrolinx to deliver the East Harbour Transit Hub, that will strengthen transit options for the City of Toronto. The […]

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4 w. ago Best Theratronics needs financial guarantee before resuming operations

Best Theratronics failed to maintain financial guarantee to decommission plant, says nuclear safety watchdog

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last month Bird Secures $470 Million of Project Awards Across Key Sectors, Reinforcing Diversified Growth Strategy

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bird Construction Inc. (TSX: BDT) is pleased to announce that it was awarded a total of five projects with a combined value of approximately $470 million. These projects include Bird’s first project to be delivered through an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) model in Atlantic Canada, two new […]

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