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RESCON

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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.
diversity

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.
multi-unit housing starts

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.
housing policies

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.
federal budget

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.
children's centre

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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.
homebuilders

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.
condo

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.
Rapid Housing Initiative

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.
Place Versailles

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