residential construction
REMI Network
RESCON calls for urgent action to end housing crisis
To spark discussion and find solutions to the restrictions impeding housing construction, RESCON is hosting its 4th annual housing summit on Oct. 9.
REMI Network
More women should be aware of construction job prospects, says RESCON
Women make up only 4.8 per cent of new apprentice registrations, indicating there are still significant opportunities in the construction industry, according to BuildForce Canada.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Multi-unit projects drive 2022 housing starts
In Toronto, Montreal and Vancouver, multi-unit construction drove the year's housing starts, with rental apartments and condominiums accounting for the majority of 2022 housing projects.
Canadian Apartment Magazine
Ontario’s new “More Homes Built Faster” Act
The Ontario government has introduced the "More Homes Built Faster" act, which includes up to 50 measures to address the province's housing crisis.
REMI Network
HCRA amends New Home Construction Licensing Act
Ontario’s Home Construction Regulatory Authority has made changes to the condominium information sheet and license application forms for building and selling new homes.
REMI Network
RESCON requests funds to advance pressing issues
As documented in its spring 2021 pre-budget submission, RESCON is asking for funds to alleviate ongoing issues critical to the residential construction industry.
REMI Network
New guidelines for homebuilders kick in early 2021
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority has posted new licensing fees along with guidelines for builder conduct and consumer complaints.
CondoBusiness
Developer avoids liability after cancelling condo
A recent Ontario court decision is very good news for Ontario condo developers who must cancel their projects prior to construction.
REMI Network
Ontario scaling back residential construction
Ontario announced updates to its essential services list, stating that most residential construction in the province will be paused for now.
REMI Network
Non-profit launches to protect Montreal home buyers
Non-profit SOS Plan de garantie résidentielle is now offering free support services to protect the rights of home buyers in Montreal. Buyers of new homes