Toronto, June 3: As they called it another pandemic for the construction workers, the Ontario Construction Consortium (OCC) has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the opioid drug overdose crisis, since their death numbers have climbed dramatically and they are being impacted more than any other sector of the economy. →
A strong workforce in Canada is crucial for a prosperous economic recovery. The skilled trades play a vital role in that recovery. The Government of Canada is investing nearly $890,000 in the College of Carpenters and Allied Trades (CCAT, in Woodbridge), to help train, support and maintain a qualified skilled trades workforce. →
It was one year ago last week that the World Health Organization declared a global pandemic. In recognition of this sobering one-year anniversary, March 11th has been designated as a National Day of Observance to honour the people who have lost their lives and everyone who has been affected by Covid. →