Graeme Aitken appointed as Panelist on Construction Advisory Panel
ECAO is pleased to announce the appointment of Graeme Aitken as one of the 14 panelists on the new Construction Advisory Panel. In light of the current impact of COVID 19 on the construction industry, it is expected that one of the main items for the Panel to address is how to get construction up […]
ELECTRI International Pandemics and Construction Productivity Report
This report will show the impact on productivity as a result of COVID-19 physical distancing, changing shift requirements and sanitization requirements. The following link includes videos and a PDF report. ELECTRI International Report Website
OCS Report on Impact of COVID-19 on Contractors
Ontario Construction Secretariat contractor survey results. This report is Ontario specific but information hits close to home for all provinces and territories. Coronavirus Contractor Survey: Impacts and Actions Link
CECA Executive Secretary, Graeme Aitken, appointed as Panelist on Construction Advisory Panel
Graeme Aitken appointed as Panelist on Construction Advisory Panel ECAO is pleased to announce the appointment of Graeme Aitken as one of the 14 panelists on the new Construction Advisory Panel. In light of the current impact of COVID 19 on the construction industry, it is expected that one of the main items for the […]
NTCCC Applauds Federal Initiative to Establish COVID-19 Response Construction Sector Advisory Group
March 27, 2020—OTTAWA The National Trade Contractors Council of Canada (NTCCC) is thanking the federal government for establishing a joint government-industry advisory group to deal with construction sector challenges in light of disruptions caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. “Trade contractors are facing multiple challenges in light of this pandemic,” said Sandra Skivsky, Chair of NTCCC. […]
Public Health Agency of Canada Posters
Public Health Agency of Canada have made available two very good posters to educate people about dealing with COVID-19. About Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Coronavirus “Be Prepared”
Government of Canada COVID-19 FAQ
The government has posted answers to the most frequently asked questions about COVID-19. Links are below. What is the Temporary Wage Subsidy for Employers? Which employers are eligible? How much is the subsidy? How do I calculate the subsidy? How will I receive the subsidy? When can I start reducing remittances? What if subsidies exceed […]
It’s a fact: COVID-19 is disrupting construction
It’s a fact: COVID-19 is disrupting construction. You need to know if projects are getting pushed, put on hold, or outright canceled. Don’t get caught short — click a state or a province below to get your free Delayed Projects Report(s) for that state, province, or areas within (cities, etc) https://www.constructconnect.com/delayed-projects-report
Government of Canada – Helping Canadians with the economic impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has developed this page to provide updates on the fiscal measures taken by the Agency to help Canadians manage their tax and benefit affairs as this situation evolves. This page will be updated as new information is available. For more information on COVID-19, Public Health Agency of Canada’s page provides […]
Hydro One announces additional support for its customers during COVID-19 pandemic
Hydro One announces additional support for its customers during COVID-19 pandemic; suspends late payments for all customers and returns approximately $5M in security deposits to businesses. Read more