Cold-formed steel framing is typically manufactured from galvanized steel, which provides excellent corrosion resistance under appropriate conditions. However, galvanized steel should not automatically be considered suitable for every permanently exposed outdoor environment.
The Government of Canada and the Province of Ontario have taken another important step toward improving housing affordability by releasing the new Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) forms for the Ontario GST/HST New Housing Rebate. With the administrative process now clearly defined, builders, developers, and homebuyers have greater certainty when claiming the enhanced rebate introduced earlier this year.
Ontario GST/HST New Housing Rebate: What the New CRA Forms Mean for Builders Read More
The devastating wildfires that affected northwestern Ontario in July 2026 have once again highlighted the growing impact of wildfires across Canada. Thousands of residents were forced to evacuate, communities faced significant disruption, and emergency crews worked tirelessly to protect lives and property.
After Ontario’s Wildfires: Why More Builders Are Looking at Light Steel Framing Read More
Whether constructing a single-family home, a four-storey apartment building, or a large commercial project, the accuracy of the initial layout affects every phase of construction that follows. While layout is important in every building system, accurate layout in light steel framing is even more critical than it is in traditional wood construction.
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Ontario’s housing market has received another significant boost with the full implementation of the province’s enhanced Harmonized Sales Tax (HST) rebate program. After several months of uncertainty following the announcement earlier this year, the federal and provincial governments have now completed the regulatory framework required to put the program into operation. With the necessary regulations in place and the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) releasing guidance on the administrative process, eligible builders and homebuyers can now begin using the enhanced rebate program.
Ontario’s Enhanced HST Rebate Is Now in Effect: What Home Builders and Buyers Need to Know Read More
Toronto developers received one of the biggest housing policy announcements in recent years with the confirmation that the City of Toronto will reduce development charges by up to 60% for many residential projects. The announcement is part of the Canada-Ontario Development Charges Reduction Program (DCRP), a joint initiative involving the federal government, the Province of Ontario, and the City of Toronto.
While material costs often receive the most attention, experienced developers understand that profitability depends on much more than the price of building materials. Construction speed, labour efficiency, financing costs, quality control, and long-term building performance all influence the bottom line.
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Ontario’s construction industry is facing one of its biggest challenges in decades: a shortage of skilled labour. As housing demand continues to increase and governments push for faster housing delivery, builders are struggling to find enough qualified workers to keep projects moving. Labour shortages are affecting schedules, increasing costs, and making project planning more difficult than ever.
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