In December, the Province released a consultation document called, “Increasing Housing Supply in Ontario.” This document will form the basis of the Housing Supply Action Plan, which was announced by the government of Ontario in the Fall Economic Statement. The goal of the action plan is to address barriers to new ownership and rental housing.
RESCON's submission included recommendations to the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing on a wide range of topics that provide common-sense ideas for streamlining approvals and increasing housing supply in Ontario. Some highlights of RESCON’s comments and key recommendations are outlined below. ... Read more...
I can remember a time many years ago, the industry slowed down in the winter and you could count the number of issues facing builders on one hand (OK, maybe two). Fast-forward to the end of 2018 and the issues have multiplied in number and increased in complexity: the idea of a less busy period automatically brings memories of the good ol’ days: today we're focused on fixing the growing challenges facing builders including the overwhelming growth in regulations, red tape and development charges they deal with every day.
Our members' needs have increased and so have the services provided by RESCON.
We are again listening to our board and membership and have hired an associate of member and corporate services. Her name is Cassandra Dobrzynski and her focus will involve enhanced interaction and service for existing members as well as pitching non-members on the benefits of joining RESCON. ...
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As 2019 (a bargaining year) approaches, it is important for all members to take stock and not forget how labour relations has, is and will impact their business in the year to come. ... Read more...
It has come to our attention that the majority of furnace manufacturers who previously banned the use of furnaces for the heating of homes under construction in Canada have now reconsidered their position. ... Read more...
As reported in my Oct. 30 blog, there is now strong momentum to expand the use of e-permitting, Building Information Modelling (BIM) and 3D visualization tools from the design stage, all the way through permitting, construction, operation and maintenance of our built infrastructure. The key pieces are beginning to come together with the aim of placing Ontario on the leading edge of technological advancements for permitting applications, and we are proud to be a leader in this initiative.... Read more...
The Ontario government is pro-actively making strides to increase housing supply, cut red tape and improve transit for Ontarians.
This reflects a target on improving what we call the Holy Trinity: housing, transit and jobs. ... Read more...
Richard Lyall / RESCON
Two years ago, RESCON chairman emeritus Phil Rubinoff started an important relationship with St. Clare’s Multifaith Housing Society – a charity, landlord and developer – that led to one of the most important projects in the history of our association.... Read more...
