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Lambton College is set to construct a new student residence, the largest project in its history, through a public-private partnership with Tilbury Properties Corporation and Fengate Asset Management. The residence, expected to open in September 2027, is designed to offer a mix of suite styles and amenities to support student life and attract new students. This initiative aims to strengthen the community and support the college’s financial sustainability. The project will be financed and constructed by Tilbury and Fengate, with Teeple Architects and Ball Construction handling design and building respectively.

Construction has begun on the East Harbour Transit Hub in Toronto, Ontario, which aims to be the second-busiest transit station in the city after Union Station. The hub will connect the Ontario Line subway with the Lakeshore East and Stouffville GO Transit lines, aimed at easing congestion and cutting travel times for around 100,000 daily riders. The project supports economic growth by creating jobs and enhancing Toronto's transit infrastructure as part of a wider transit expansion plan. In partnership with multiple levels of government, the hub will also facilitate new housing and community developments in its vicinity.

Construction has begun on the new Cardiovascular Surgery Program at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre in Northwestern Ontario. This project, funded by the Government of Ontario and community donors, will create more than 76,000 square feet of clinical space. The new facilities will include 14 cardiovascular surgery inpatient beds and a state-of-the-art surgical suite, aiming to improve local access to cardiac care and reduce patient wait times. The project is in partnership with the University Health Network and is expected to be completed by 2027.

The County of Simcoe has commenced construction on its largest affordable housing development in Barrie, featuring 220 mixed-income rental units and commercial space for health and community service agencies. The project, set to be completed in two phases by 2027, will include two apartment towers and a parking structure. The development aims to provide quality housing for families and seniors, with a focus on universal design to accommodate residents of all ages.

The City of Toronto has begun construction on the Western North York Community Recreation & Child Care Centre, an 80,000 square foot net zero facility. Set to open in 2028, the center will feature numerous amenities including pools, childcare, fitness areas, and community spaces. The project emphasizes sustainability with features like geothermal heating, low carbon concrete, and solar power. It aims to be a hub for community activities and has already been recognized with an architectural innovation award.

Infrastructure Ontario and the Ontario Ministry of Transportation have selected Skyway Bridging Partners for the development of the Garden City Skyway Bridge Twinning Project. This project involves designing a new four-lane bridge over the Welland Canal for Toronto-bound traffic while rehabilitating the existing bridge for Niagara-bound traffic. The development phase is expected to take around 19 months, followed by the potential construction of the new bridge. This expansion aims to secure vital trade routes, alleviate traffic congestion, and boost Ontario's economy.

The Ontario government is investing an additional $8.9 million in the redevelopment and expansion of Oak Valley Health's Uxbridge Hospital. The expansion will include a new 192-bed long-term care home and improvements in services such as diagnostic imaging and emergency care. This project is part of a plan to transform the site into a connected campus of care, improving access and quality of healthcare for the Uxbridge community. The funding will also support early works construction at the hospital site.

The Government of Ontario plans to construct two new transmission lines and upgrade two existing ones to meet increasing energy demands. These projects aim to enhance power connections across Ontario, support small modular reactors, and improve grid reliability. Priority projects, like the new line from Bowmanville to the Greater Toronto Area, will help streamline approvals and support economic growth. The expansions are part of Ontario's long-term energy strategy for a secure and reliable power supply.

Infrastructure Ontario's latest Market Update reveals 28 major projects in various stages of procurement, amounting to over $30 billion, with additional projects in early planning and numerous capital repair projects. These initiatives are part of a broader strategy to enhance infrastructure, including health and public facilities, and boost economic resilience across Ontario. Key upcoming projects include forming vibrant communities near transit hubs, potentially adding 340,000 housing units. Recent achievements involve substantial completions and projects entering new phases, signifying ongoing progress in Ontario's infrastructure development.

Waterfront Toronto has awarded GHD and SLA the role of prime consultant for the design of a new island community, Ookwemin Minising, derived from an extensive flood protection and river restoration project. This new development is planned to host over 15,000 residents and focuses on sustainable and adaptive infrastructure inspired by nature and global precedents. The design incorporates principles of climate-adaptive urbanism and aims to enhance biodiversity, manage stormwater, and integrate historical and cultural elements. The project will include contributions from several industry-leading consultants.

Peel Region has received $16.1 million from Ontario's Ministry of Infrastructure for the expansion of Mayfield Road from two to six lanes, improving road infrastructure to support growth and housing development in Brampton and Caledon. The project, funded through the Housing-Enabling Core Servicing Fund, includes stormwater upgrades, new traffic signals, and enhanced transit and pedestrian facilities. It is expected to alleviate congestion, support future housing growth, and be completed by the end of 2026.

The City of Mississauga has approved a $390 million contribution towards the construction of The Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital and the Shah Family Hospital for Women and Children. This funding, to be paid by 2033, follows negotiations that reduced the city's contribution by $60 million from the initial request. The project will create 3,000 construction jobs and significantly boost the local economy. The new hospitals will provide much-needed healthcare services to a growing population in Mississauga, Peel Region, and West Toronto.