Ontario creates working group to advance mass timber and modular wood construction
AI Article Summary
The Ontario government has established a new working group to implement the Advanced Wood Construction Action Plan. This initiative aims to promote the use of modular, prefabricated, and mass timber systems in construction. The plan is also intended to support jobs in the forestry sector and reduce construction timelines.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how governmental policy can significantly influence construction practices by encouraging the use of modern materials like mass timber. For Canadian builders, this means potential for reduced construction timelines and increased demand for prefabricated materials, which can affect supply chain logistics. Implementing this plan might also lead to more streamlined permit processes to support these innovative construction methods.
