This is an UrbanToronto industry update sharing information and status updates from around the industry as a means to keep our readers in the loop. We are covering updates related to rules, regulations, and changes that are being made as a result of the pandemic that impact the real estate and building industries in Toronto.
In today's report: Oakville Transit rolls out seven priority projects to address climate change, ease gridlock and improve connectivity; City of Toronto launches new online submission tool for development applications; That’s a Wrap! City’s 2021 Construction Season Comes to an End; and more news:
Government notices and announcements:
That’s a Wrap! City’s 2021 Construction Season Comes to an End
Growth Must Pay for Growth, Not Taxpayers – City Responds to Development Industry Report
Protecting our Progress and Building Ontario
City of Toronto launches new online submission tool for development applications
Vince Musacchio named Deputy City Manager of Infrastructure Development
Richmond Hill Council Delivers Second Consecutive Property Tax Freeze
Notice of Complete Application (City File D02-21019)
Livable Oakville Plan update on track
Town launches new online business licence application
Private sector/other notices and announcements:
Metrolinx: Weston GO Station improvements are well underway
Metrolinx: Another step forward for the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension
Metrolinx: Metrolinx CEO statement on refined route for Yonge North Subway Extension
Royal LePage: House prices in Canada’s popular ski regions soar 23.5% as demand continues to outstrip supply
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Everyone from construction workers to brokers to real estate executives is encouraged to share tips on what work and events have stopped, what is proceeding, and how their businesses are being affected by the various shutdowns.