Articles from Construct Connect Canada

The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission has granted Ontario Power Generation permission to build and run the Pickering Component Storage Structure at the Pickering Waste Management Facility. This facility is essential for storing low and intermediate-level waste from the refurbishment of the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station units. The approval marks a significant step forward in managing nuclear project waste effectively.

Algoma Steel, a steel producer based in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario, is seeking $500 million in federal funding. The request is due to continued uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel. The company has applied for assistance under the Large Enterprise Tariff Loan program introduced by the Canadian government in March. This move aims to support businesses affected by international trade tariffs.

Ontario is replacing the Highway 401 Choate Road Overpass and the Ganaraska River Bridge as part of its plan to widen Highway 401 near Port Hope. The project will also include resurfacing the Highway 401 stretch from west of County Road 2/Toronto Road to east of Cranberry. These improvements aim to facilitate future infrastructure developments in the area.

New long-term care home projects have commenced in Exeter and Stratford, Ontario. The Southbridge Exeter long-term care facility will house 160 beds in Huron County, featuring amenities such as dining areas, lounges, activity rooms, and outdoor spaces. These developments are part of Ontario's effort to expand long-term care capacity.

Toronto has introduced new Thermal Comfort Guidelines to adapt urban spaces for year-round climate resilience. These guidelines aim to make outdoor public spaces comfortable throughout all four seasons by influencing design considerations for future developments. This initiative hopes to foster a change in how designers account for climate change impacts in urban planning.

Oxford Properties Group has initiated construction on a significant rental development in Scarborough, marking the first major purpose-built rental project in the area in decades. The development is situated on a 3.4-acre site adjacent to the Scarborough Town Centre (STC) shopping mall and will feature three residential towers with a total of 1,285 rental units. The project is valued at $750 million.

The article lists the top 10 upcoming construction projects in Canada by value as of July 2025. Details on each project can be accessed through provided links. These projects are detailed within a database covering both Canadian and American endeavors.

Prime Minister Mark Carney is visiting Hamilton to announce initiatives related to the steel industry amidst ongoing trade discussions with the U.S. This follows President Trump's decision to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, increasing tensions between the two countries. The visit aims to address concerns and provide support to the impacted steelworkers. The outcome of the current trade talks may significantly affect the industrial sector in Canada.

The Ontario government has awarded a contract to EllisDon to construct the Timmins-Porcupine Station, which advances the plan to reintroduce Northlander passenger rail services. Construction has already started on key features such as the platform, parking area, and passenger waiting area. This project is part of the broader effort to enhance the rail connection between Timmins and Toronto.

Ontario has announced a substantial investment of over $11.1 million to upgrade sport and recreation facilities in the Niagara region. The Chippawa Willoughby Memorial Arena will receive the majority of the funding, approximately $10 million, to introduce new features including a new NHL-sized ice pad and additional changerooms. These upgrades aim to enhance the functionality and accessibility of the facilities.

The Canadian government is advising First Nations leaders to pre-submit their questions ahead of a meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. The discussion will center around the Building Canada Act, also known as Bill C-5, which enables the rapid approval of large industrial projects. The bill's aim is to streamline the process for approving projects such as mines and pipelines by allowing cabinet to bypass certain regulatory steps.

Lakehead University in Thunder Bay, Ontario, is beginning site preparation for its new veterinary medicine facility. The initiative was marked by a recent ground blessing ceremony attended by architects and community partners. McCallumSather is leading the architectural and mechanical engineering aspects of the project. The new facility aims to enhance veterinary education in the region.