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The British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BCPNP) has announced that select construction occupations will be prioritized through targeted Invitations to Apply. This articles summarizes the requirements that candidates must meet in order to be eligible to receive a targeted Invitation to Apply and the potential benefits for construction industry employers in British Columbia.
Read moreThe ON Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development announced a proposal to make various amendments to regulations applicable to the construction industry and if approved, would come into force on July 1, 2023.
Read moreBill 10, which largely eliminates secret ballot votes as a precondition of unionization and opens the door for yearly union raids in the construction industry, has now passed third reading and is expected to become “law” by June 2, 2022 when it receives Royal Assent.
Read moreAlthough this award was related to the construction industry specifically, it establishes that in the appropriate context, Ontario employers may implement reasonable COVID-19 rapid testing protocols to protect the health and safety of workers and the public.
Read moreThe decision should be of concern to all “owners” and “employers” as it could significantly expand liabilities under the Ontario Occupational Health and Safety Act on construction projects.
Read moreRegulations defining essential construction activities are released. These newly released Regulations also stipulate restrictions to businesses / activities for the current State of Emergency and Stay at Home order.
Read more200 inspectors, supported by provincial offenses officers plan to visit 1,300 construction worksites to enforce safety requirements and identify employers and individuals who are not complying with COVID-19 Health and Safety requirements.
Read moreOn February 7, 2021, the Ontario Government announced that eligibility for emergency child care services will be expanded to include additional frontline workers in Toronto, York Region and Peel.
Read moreThis amendment potentially expands the type of construction services contractors may legally perform during the current lock-down period.
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