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Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
RESCON pleased that measures to spur new housing reiterated in Throne Speech
Vaughan, Ont., May 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) is pleased that the throne speech delivered today by King Charles III reiterated the government's commitment to building more housing and cutting the GST on new homes at or under $1 million for first-time buyers as well as pledging to reduce it on homes between $1 and $1.5 million. 'The tax burden on new housing is one of the critical factors that are stymieing new construction and driving up the cost of new housing,' says RESCON president Richard Lyall. 'Removing the federal sales tax on new homes at or under $1 million and reducing it for homes between $1 and $1.5 million is a step forward and we commend the government for its action.' While the federal government has ruled out a full budget before the House of Commons rises June 17, we would hope that the proposed GST changes could be implemented before the session concludes. Housing starts were down 38 per cent in the first quarter of this year in Ontario, compared to the same period in 2024. In Toronto, starts in the first quarter were down 58 per cent from the same period in 2024. Should a GST change not be implemented before Parliament adjourns for the summer it will have a substantial impact on potential new home purchases over the summer and into the fall. The speech also reiterated that the government is committed to investing in modular housing, providing financing to affordable homebuilders, and doubling the rate of homebuilding using Canadian technology, skilled workers and lumber, as well as cutting development charges in half for multi-unit housing. 'We look forward to working with the federal government to tackle the housing supply crisis and making homes more affordable for Canadians,' adds Lyall. 'The high tax burden and lengthy approvals processes hamper the ability of residential developers and builders to build new housing. We must prioritize lowering costs to make homes more affordable for Canadians.' RESCON is the province's leading association of residential builders committed to providing leadership and fostering innovation in the industry. CONTACT: Grant Cameron RESCON 905-638-1706 cameron@ in to access your portfolio
CTV News
23-05-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Ontario to require defibrillators on construction sites
Labour Minister David Piccini attends Question Period at Queen's Park in Toronto on Tuesday, May 13, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Cole Burston Ontario is planning to require certain construction sites to have automatic external defibrillators. Labour Minister David Piccini says the proposal will be part of a larger piece of legislation, following six previous omnibus labour bills introduced by Premier Doug Ford's government. Piccini says the recommendation for AEDs on construction sites came from industry stakeholders during consultations for a previous labour bill. Proposed regulatory amendments under the Occupational Health and Safety Act would require AEDs on construction projects expected to last longer than three months and employing at least 20 workers. A program through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board would reimburse companies for the cost, which is on average $2,300. Andrew Pariser, the vice-president of RESCON, which represents residential builders, says this move will save lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025. Allison Jones, The Canadian Press
Hamilton Spectator
23-05-2025
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Ontario to require defibrillators on construction sites
Ontario is planning to require certain construction sites to have automatic external defibrillators. Labour Minister David Piccini says the proposal will be part of a larger piece of legislation, following six previous omnibus labour bills introduced by Premier Doug Ford's government. Piccini says the recommendation for AEDs on construction sites came from industry stakeholders during consultations for a previous labour bill. Proposed regulatory amendments under the Occupational Health and Safety Act would require AEDs on construction projects expected to last longer than three months and employing at least 20 workers. A program through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board would reimburse companies for the cost, which is on average $2,300. Andrew Pariser, the vice-president of RESCON, which represents residential builders, says this move will save lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025.
Toronto Sun
23-05-2025
- Health
- Toronto Sun
Ontario to require defibrillators on construction sites
Published May 23, 2025 • 1 minute read An example of an automated external defibrillator. Photo by NICK PROCAYLO / 10106391A Ontario is planning to require certain construction sites to have automatic external defibrillators. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account Labour Minister David Piccini says the proposal will be part of a larger piece of legislation, following six previous omnibus labour bills introduced by Premier Doug Ford's government. Piccini says the recommendation for AEDs on construction sites came from industry stakeholders during consultations for a previous labour bill. Proposed regulatory amendments under the Occupational Health and Safety Act would require AEDs on construction projects expected to last longer than three months and employing at least 20 workers. A program through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board would reimburse companies for the cost, which is on average $2,300. Andrew Pariser, the vice-president of RESCON, which represents residential builders, says this move will save lives. Canada Toronto Maple Leafs Editorial Cartoons Other Sports Toronto & GTA
Winnipeg Free Press
23-05-2025
- Business
- Winnipeg Free Press
Ontario to require defibrillators on construction sites
Ontario is planning to require certain construction sites to have automatic external defibrillators. Labour Minister David Piccini says the proposal will be part of a larger piece of legislation, following six previous omnibus labour bills introduced by Premier Doug Ford's government. Piccini says the recommendation for AEDs on construction sites came from industry stakeholders during consultations for a previous labour bill. Proposed regulatory amendments under the Occupational Health and Safety Act would require AEDs on construction projects expected to last longer than three months and employing at least 20 workers. A program through the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board would reimburse companies for the cost, which is on average $2,300. Monday Mornings The latest local business news and a lookahead to the coming week. Andrew Pariser, the vice-president of RESCON, which represents residential builders, says this move will save lives. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 23, 2025.
