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: Ontario Builds the First Elementary School in Toronto Condo; RESCON pleased province has announced funds to streamline development approvals process; Ontario Outlines Steps to Cautiously and Gradually Ease Public Health Measures; and more news:
Government notices and announcements:
Have Your Say on the Dundas Bus Rapid Transit Mississauga East Project January 18 – February 1
Ontario Gives Boost to Municipal Public Transit
Ontario Builds the First Elementary School in Toronto Condo
Ontario Outlines Steps to Cautiously and Gradually Ease Public Health Measures
Ontario-Municipal Summit Seeks Solutions to Build More Homes
Oakville Council pushes against urban boundary expansion in Halton Region
Private sector/other notices and announcements:
Metrolinx: Toronto’s Finch West LRT project sees work on Humber River Bridge
RESCON: RESCON pleased province has announced funds to streamline development approvals process
RESCON: Builders call on province to fund initiative that will lead to digital e-permitting system
OREA: Province Can Build on More Homes, More Choice Act to Solve Affordability Crisis
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