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Premier Wakeham tours Bull Arm Site as OilCo Issues Request for Proposals for Floating Dry Dock Engineering Study
Source: Newfoundland & Labrador - Government Releases
Date: 2026-10-23 13:18:27.0
Tags: [Newfoundland and Labrador, Infrastructure, Energy, Industry, Defence, Labour]The Oil and Gas Corporation of Newfoundland and Labrador (OilCo), acting on behalf of Bull Arm Fabrication Inc. (BAF), has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP Reference No. 926000006 via merx.com) seeking qualified proponents to conduct a Pre-Front End Engineering and Design (Pre-FEED) study for a floating dry dock at the 25-square-kilometre Bull Arm Fabrication Site in Trinity Bay. The initiative follows a June 2026 request for expressions of interest that drew 19 submissions from four countries, with over half originating from entities operating within Newfoundland and Labrador. The proposed floating dry dock aims to expand the site's industrial capacity for ship repair, marine construction, offshore support, decommissioning, and defence-related projects. Interested companies must submit their proposals by February 26, 2027.
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Premier Ford and Prime Minister Carney Launch New Action Plan to Protect Workers from Tariffs and Strengthen Ontario Industries
Source: Ontario - Premier's Office
Date: 2026-10-21 19:30:00.0
Tags: [National, Ontario, Economy, Trade, Labour, Industry, Infrastructure, Mining, Energy]The Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada announced a combined $8.7 billion action plan to protect workers and industries from U.S. tariffs. The package includes the Joint Steel Action Fund with $3.55 billion from the federal government and $1.67 billion from Ontario, an additional $2.5 billion over two years for large-scale automotive capital projects (up to $1.5 billion federal and $1 billion provincial), and a federal commitment of up to $1 billion over three years for essential road infrastructure in Northern Ontario’s Ring of Fire region. Additionally, light-duty vehicle greenhouse gas regulations will be maintained at 2026 levels (172 grams per mile) through 2029 to provide trade-related relief to the automotive sector.
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Premier Ford and Prime Minister Carney Launch New Action Plan to Protect Workers from Tariffs and Strengthen Ontario Industries
Source: Ontario - Premier's Office
Date: 2026-10-21 19:00:00.0
Tags: [National, Ontario, Economy, Trade, Labour, Industry, Mining, Infrastructure]Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Prime Minister Mark Carney announced an $8.7 billion joint action plan to protect workers and industries from U.S. tariffs and global uncertainty. The initiative establishes a $5.22 billion Joint Steel Action Fund ($3.55 billion federal, $1.67 billion provincial), a $2.5 billion automotive manufacturing capital upgrade fund ($1.5 billion federal, $1.0 billion provincial), and a $1 billion federal matching investment for road infrastructure in Northern Ontario's Ring of Fire region. Furthermore, the plan creates bilateral task forces for steel, automotive, and critical minerals, implements tighter trade remedies through the Canada Border Services Agency, and leverages Buy Canadian and Buy Ontario procurement policies.
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40 homes a year, 40 full-time staff, Arviat housing factory opens to fanfare
Source: Territories - Northern Affairs (Yukon, NWT, Nunavut)
Date: 2026-10-16 10:00:00.0
Tags: [National, Housing, Indigenous, Infrastructure, Labour, Economy]Sakku Innovative Building Solutions—the development arm of the Kivalliq Inuit Association (KIA)—has officially opened Nunavut's first Inuit-owned modular housing factory in Arviat, following a 40 per cent cost increase to a total project price tag of $70 million. Operating year-round, the facility is designed to produce 40 homes annually specifically for northern climates, beginning with an initial project of nine three-bedroom homes for Arviat by spring. The factory currently employs 15 full-time staff, 14 of whom are Inuit, and will scale up to 40 full-time employees while providing local training in carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work to address severe territorial housing shortages and overcrowding.
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Ontario Funding More Than 3,600 Additional Seats at Queen’s University to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Source: Ontario - Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Date: 2026-10-14 20:30:00.0
Tags: [Ontario, Education, Labour, Economy, Infrastructure]The Ontario Ministry of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security has invested $104 million to fund 3,604 additional postsecondary seats at Queen’s University starting in the fall 2026 academic year. This funding is part of a broader $1.7 billion provincial investment supporting over 70,000 new seats across publicly assisted colleges and universities under a historic $6.4 billion postsecondary sector funding model. The expansion at Queen’s University includes 2,496 seats for STEM programs, 836 seats for education programs, and 272 seats for health programs to address regional labour market needs and workforce development.
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Ottawa to announce over $350M for skilled trades worker training, recruitment
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-10-14 18:52:04.0
Tags: [National, Labour, Economy, Infrastructure, Education]Secretary of State for Labour John Zerucelli is set to announce over $350 million in federal funding targeting skilled trades worker training, recruitment, and infrastructure through the Union Training and Innovation Program (UTIP) and the 2026 spring economic update. This funding forms part of a broader $6 billion federal initiative under the Team Canada Strong plan to recruit, train, and hire 80,000 to 100,000 new workers with Red Seal certifications by 2030-31 to close a training gap of over 20,000 workers annually. The financial support is split across three streams: increasing the federal temporary share of training equipment costs up to 70 percent for unions and colleges, financing shovel-ready union-run training centre infrastructure projects by next spring, and backing innovation initiatives like artificial intelligence integration and apprentice retention.
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New Liberal major projects bill clears first vote, heads to special committee
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-10-08 21:51:34.0
Tags: [National, Economy, Infrastructure, Energy, Environment, Labour]Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act proposed by Prime Minister Mark Carney's government, has cleared its first vote in the House of Commons and been sent to an 11-member special committee. The 243-page omnibus bill aims to fast-track major infrastructure and energy projects across Canada by mandating a single review process completed within one year. The legislation faces significant pushback from opposition parties, environmental groups, the Canadian Labour Congress, and First Nations communities—including the Cold Lake First Nations and Teme Augama Anishinabek nation—over concerns regarding weakened environmental protections, Indigenous consultation, treaty rights, and restrictions on the right to strike under the Canada Labour Code.
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Carney’s major projects bill up for debate as MPs return to Parliament
Source: Global News Politics
Date: 2026-10-05 12:25:48.0
Tags: [National, Economy, Labour, Infrastructure, Energy, Defence]Parliament has resumed debate on the federal government's 243-page economic and labour legislation, Bill C-39, which proposes a one-year timeline for federal project decisions, the creation of pre-approved 'national interest' zones, and changes to ministerial intervention powers in labour disputes. The legislation faces strong opposition from organizations including the Assembly of First Nations, the Canadian Labour Congress, and CUPE over concerns regarding Indigenous consultation rights, international labour obligations, and the right to strike. Additionally, Procurement Minister Joel Lightbound has placed a notice on paper for a bill regarding national defence and security procurement as part of efforts to meet NATO's five percent GDP spending target. Meanwhile, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has put forward a notice of motion calling for emergency permits and tax relief to achieve domestic production of one million barrels of diesel per day and the creation of a strategic energy reserve.
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Carney government to study new major projects bill with tool last used in Harper era
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-09-25 20:34:29.0
Tags: [National, Infrastructure, Economy, Labour, Governance, Indigenous]The federal government led by Prime Minister Mark Carney introduced Bill C-39, a 244-page omnibus bill titled the Building Canada Strong Act designed to fast-track major economic development projects and address labour disruptions across 24 different acts and regulations. Government House leader Steven MacKinnon announced that the bill will be referred to a specialized "legislative committee"—a parliamentary mechanism last used by the federal government under Prime Minister Stephen Harper in 2012 for Bill C-11. The legislation has drawn criticism from organized labour, environmental groups, and the Assembly of First Nations over proposed alterations to consultation practices, impact assessments, and the Canada Labour Code. While opposition parties intend to scrutinize the bill and propose amendments in committee, the governing Liberals hold a majority to pass the legislation in the House of Commons.
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Eastern Canada business leaders call for ‘single economy’ between Atlantic provinces
Source: Nova Scotia - Halifax & Regional News
Date: 2026-09-25 14:16:00.0
Tags: [Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, Economy, Trade, Labour, Infrastructure, Energy, Immigration]The Atlantic Economic Panel, appointed by federal minister Sean Fraser and chaired by Crane Cove Holdings Ltd. president Don Mills, released a report calling for the creation of a 'One Atlantic Canada' single economy by 2035 across Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland and Labrador. To combat low productivity, labour shortages, and regulatory barriers, the report outlines seven major recommendations, including a $1-billion Atlantic Prosperity Fund, a $25-billion integrated electricity system managed by a region-wide independent system operator, the removal of all trade and labour mobility barriers, and regional infrastructure partnerships. Additional targets include growing the region's population past 3 million with a 1.8 percent annual growth rate, doubling exports to Europe to over $30 billion, mobilizing $100 billion in new natural resource investments, and enhancing the aerospace, defence, shipbuilding, and artificial intelligence sectors.
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Ontario Funding More Than 4,100 More Seats in the Greater Toronto Area to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Source: Ontario - Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Date: 2026-09-24 20:30:00.0
Tags: [Ontario, Education, Labour, Economy, Infrastructure]The Government of Ontario is investing $64 million to fund 4,122 additional postsecondary seats at Centennial College, George Brown Polytechnic, and Seneca Polytechnic in the Greater Toronto Area starting in the fall 2026 academic year. This funding is part of a broader $1.7 billion investment dedicated to creating over 70,000 new seats across publicly assisted colleges and universities in high-demand sectors such as STEM, healthcare, trades, and education. Centennial College will receive 506 newly funded seats, George Brown Polytechnic will receive 1,454 seats, and Seneca Polytechnic will receive 2,162 seats to address regional labor market shortages and build a skilled workforce amid economic uncertainty.
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Ontario Helping More Students Explore Rewarding Careers in the Skilled Trades
Source: Ontario - Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
Date: 2026-09-23 16:00:00.0
Tags: [Ontario, Labour, Education, Infrastructure]The Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development is hosting its fifth annual Level Up! skilled trades career fairs across 12 communities from September to December 2026, aiming to reach over 60,000 attendees. The province currently reports more than 94,000 active apprentices, with projections indicating that one in six job openings will be in skilled trades-related occupations by 2035 to address a deficit of more than 400,000 workers over the next decade. Associated provincial initiatives include the Pre-Apprenticeship Training Program, the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program, and $75 million invested via Budget 2025 to train up to 7,800 additional students in construction and urban planning.
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Facing criticism, Carney says he has a 'very clear mandate' to push through major economic changes
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-09-22 22:42:07.0
Tags: [National, Economy, Labour, Infrastructure, Governance]Prime Minister Mark Carney's government has tabled Bill C-39, a 246-page omnibus bill entitled the Building Canada Strong Act, which establishes a strict one-year timeline for federal project reviews managed through the Major Projects Office. The legislation amends Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to explicitly empower the labour minister to direct an end to work stoppages in federally regulated workplaces if the action adversely affects the national interest. The provisions have drawn strong criticism from organized labour groups, including the Canadian Labour Congress led by Bea Bruske and the NDP led by Avi Lewis, who argue the wording threatens the constitutional right to strike, while industry associations such as the Business Council of Alberta praised the measures for cutting red tape and ensuring supply chain stability.
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AFN chief warns Carney against 'abusing' majority to pass new major projects bill
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-09-22 18:30:50.0
Tags: [National, Infrastructure, Energy, Labour, Indigenous, Governance]Assembly of First Nations National Chief Cindy Woodhouse Nepinak has warned Prime Minister Mark Carney against abusing majority government powers to pass Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act. The legislation shifts project reviews for major infrastructure such as pipelines and power transmission lines from the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada to the Canada Energy Regulator while also proposing amendments to the Canada Labour Code. The AFN chief criticized the federal government for limiting debate and consultations, stating that staff in the Alberta-based major projects office lack understanding of First Nations rights and demanding that leadership be permitted to bring forward legislative amendments.
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Liberals table bill to speed up major project approvals, avert labour disruptions
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-09-21 23:13:50.0
Tags: [National, Infrastructure, Energy, Resources, Labour, Governance]Prime Minister Mark Carney's government tabled Bill C-39, the Building Canada Strong Act, to fast-track major project approvals, reduce federal review timelines to one year for the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada and six months for the Canada Energy Regulator and Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission, and establish pre-approved economic zones of "national interest." The legislation transfers review responsibilities for pipelines and transmission lines from the Impact Assessment Agency of Canada to the Canada Energy Regulator, and for nuclear projects to the Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission. Additionally, the bill amends the Canada Labour Code to mandate collective bargaining six months prior to agreement expiry under specific conditions, require federally mediated relationship repair work following work stoppages, and increase penalties for bad faith bargaining.
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A consequential fall begins with familiar concerns and a new test for the Carney government
Source: CBC Politics
Date: 2026-09-21 22:49:01.0
Tags: [National, Economy, Trade, Labour, Infrastructure, Governance]Prime Minister Mark Carney's government convened the House of Commons for the fall 2026 legislative sitting, highlighting the newly tabled 243-page Bill C-39, titled the Building Canada Strong Act. Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon described the legislation as the government's most significant economic bill to date, encompassing major adjustments to environmental regulations, impact assessments, and labour laws, including provisions altering the Canada Labour Code. The omnibus legislation drew immediate criticism from opposition parties and labour representatives, who alleged the measures threaten the right to strike and weaken accountability in collective bargaining. Concurrently, the Official Opposition, led by Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, challenged the government's economic record and handling of cost-of-living pressures during Question Period, while the Carney administration continued navigating ongoing trade tensions and international economic adjustments.
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Liberals table bill to amend labour code, speed up project approvals
Source: Global News Politics
Date: 2026-09-21 21:00:37.0
Tags: [National, Labour, Economy, Infrastructure]The federal Liberal government has introduced the Building Canada Strong Act, which amends the Canada Labour Code and aims to streamline project approvals and reduce labour disruptions across the country. The legislation is accompanied by plans to hire 100 new health and safety officers to boost inspection capacity, alongside an additional 26 workers at the Canada Industrial Relations Board to clear backlogs of worker complaints against employers. While the government presents these measures as a way to promote economic stability, union leaders have expressed concern that the changes could potentially impede workers' rights.
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Building Saskatchewan - Province Proclaims Construction Week
Source: Saskatchewan - Government News
Date: 2026-09-21 21:00:00.0
Tags: [Saskatchewan, Economy, Labour, Infrastructure, Industry]The Government of Saskatchewan proclaimed September 21 to 25, 2026, as Construction Week to recognize the province's construction sector and workforce. Employment in Saskatchewan's construction industry increased by 12 per cent to 55,900 people by August 2026, representing an increase of 6,100 jobs compared to 47,700 people employed in 2025. In 2025, the construction sector contributed $6.9 billion to the province's real Gross Domestic Product (GDP), accounting for 8.1 per cent of the total $85.4 billion real GDP.
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Ontario Funding More Than 3,500 More Seats in Niagara to Prepare Students for In-Demand Careers
Source: Ontario - Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Date: 2026-09-21 20:30:00.0
Tags: [Ontario, Education, Labour, Economy, Infrastructure]The Ontario government announced a $76 million investment to fund 3,586 additional postsecondary seats across Brock University and Niagara College beginning in the fall 2026 academic year. Brock University will receive 2,565 new seats (1,183 for STEM, 801 for health, and 581 for education), while Niagara College will receive 1,021 new seats (346 for health, 263 for trades, 230 for STEM, and 182 for education). This funding forms part of the province's broader $1.7 billion Priority Growth Fund, which targets over 70,000 additional postsecondary seats in high-demand sectors across publicly assisted institutions.
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Ontario Starts Construction on Pickering Nuclear Refurbishment
Source: Ontario - Ministry of Energy and Mines
Date: 2026-09-21 16:30:00.0
Tags: [Ontario, Energy, Infrastructure, Economy, Labour, Industry]The Government of Ontario and Ontario Power Generation (OPG) have officially started construction on the Pickering Nuclear Generating Station refurbishment project, Canada's largest clean energy infrastructure initiative. The $41.6 billion project extends the operational life of Pickering's four CANDU reactors (Units 5 through 8) by up to 38 years, replacing 1,520 fuel channels and 48 boilers to supply 2,200 megawatts of power. Major contract awards include a $1.7 billion execution phase agreement with Aecon Group Inc. and Candu Energy (an AtkinsRéalis company) for Retube, Feeder, and Boiler Replacement, and a $1.3 billion contract with Aecon Group Inc. and Siemens Energy Canada for Turbine Generator Replacement. The refurbishment will create 30,500 annual construction jobs, generate $17 billion in economic activity across Durham Region and Ontario, and maintain regional medical isotope production for Cobalt-60, with final reactor work pending Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission approval in January 2027.
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