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:

Downtown view obstructed by trees, image by UT Forum contributor Northern Light

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

Oakville Transit rolls out seven priority projects to address climate change, ease gridlock and improve connectivity

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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