Province fires contractor building new Parry Sound school
The Ontario government has terminated the contractor for the long-delayed JK-Grade 12 school in Parry Sound. Get the latest details on this major project setback.
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Driver fined after Hwy. 417 crash with tow truck in Ottawa
An Ottawa driver is facing penalties after passing two police cruisers and crashing into a tow truck on Highway 417. Get the details on the incident and the charges.
Driver fined after hitting tow truck on Hwy 417
An Ottawa driver was fined $490 after crashing into a tow truck at a collision scene on Highway 417. The OPP uses the incident to remind drivers of the 'Move Over' law.
New 13-storey hotel breaks ground at Calgary Stampede
Construction begins on a new 13-storey hotel across from the BMO Centre on the Stampede Grounds, marking a significant addition to Calgary's hospitality and event infrastructure. Learn more about this development.
Vertical Construction Begins at PowerCo St. Thomas Site
Physical structures are now rising at the 350-acre PowerCo site in St. Thomas, Ontario, marking a major milestone for the electric vehicle battery plant project. See the latest developments.
Quebec Construction Commission Goes Fully Digital
The Quebec Construction Commission has officially transitioned to digital operations, marking a significant modernization step for the province's building industry. Discover the implications for workers and contractors.
Scotia Place Construction Shifts to Steel Structure in Calgary
Calgary's new Scotia Place event centre is entering a pivotal construction phase focused on its steel framework in 2026. Get the latest details on this major downtown development.
Pedestrian killed in Hwy. 401 collision, OPP say
A 22-year-old man from Chatham is dead after being struck on Hwy. 401 in Cramahe Township. The OPP investigation closed part of the highway. Read the latest details.
Day 3 of Montreal Residential Construction Strike Talks
Negotiations continue for a third day in the Montreal residential construction strike. Get the latest updates on the talks impacting the city's building sector.
Montreal Construction Strike Could Start Wednesday
A major residential construction strike in Montreal could begin Wednesday if the APCHQ refuses to consult its members. Learn the critical details and potential impacts on the city's housing projects.
Fatal Hit-and-Run on Hwy. 401 in Mississauga
Ontario Provincial Police are appealing for witnesses after a pedestrian was killed in a hit-and-run on Highway 401 in Mississauga. Anyone with information is urged to contact investigators immediately.
Ottawa driver with expired plates had $27K in fines: OPP
An Ottawa driver pulled over on Highway 417 was found with expired plates and over $27,000 in unpaid fines. Ontario Provincial Police detail the traffic stop.
Driver fined after snow flies off trailer on Hwy. 417
An Ottawa driver was ticketed $110 after chunks of snow flew off their trailer on Highway 417. OPP ordered the driver to clear the remaining snow. Learn about the risks and penalties.
Driver charged after loose wheel on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa
An Ottawa driver faces charges after OPP stopped a vehicle on Hwy. 417 with a dangerously loose tire. The incident occurred on December 30, 2025. Read the full details.
Driver removed airbag wheel before Ottawa crash: OPP
Ontario Provincial Police report a vehicle in a Monday morning crash on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa had its factory airbag steering wheel replaced with an aftermarket one. Details on the investigation.
Gatineau resident charged after crash with $60K in cannabis
A 43-year-old Gatineau resident faces multiple charges, including impaired driving and drug trafficking, after a single-vehicle crash on Highway 417 near March Road. Police seized $60,000 worth of cannabis.
Boxing Day speeder caught at 173 km/h on Hwy 417
An Ontario G2 driver faces a stunt driving charge after being clocked at 173 km/h on Highway 417 in Ottawa. Learn about the severe penalties, including a minimum $2,000 fine and a one-year driving ban.
Hwy 401 Express Lanes Closed in Pickering After Crash
A serious collision has shut down the express lanes of Highway 401 in Pickering, causing major disruptions on Christmas Eve morning. Ontario Provincial Police are on the scene.
Four dead in Hwy. 11 crash, OPP seeks dashcam footage
Ontario Provincial Police are asking the public for dashcam video as they investigate a two-vehicle collision on Highway 11 near Greenstone that claimed four lives on December 17.
Foreign worker crushed in Montreal construction site failure
A CNESST investigation reveals fatal 2023 accident occurred due to a complete lack of safety protocols, training, and qualified supervision on a Montreal North construction site. Read the shocking findings.
Cat not a valid HOV passenger, driver learns with $110 fine
An Ottawa driver received a $110 ticket after believing her cat qualified her for the HOV lane on Highway 417. OPP clarifies pets don't count as passengers. Read the full story.
Cats don't count as passengers for HOV lanes, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a driver on Hwy. 417 for incorrectly using the HOV lane with a cat as a second occupant. Learn the rules and avoid fines.
Driver caught watching videos on Ottawa highway, OPP says
Ontario Provincial Police charged a truck driver with distracted driving after an officer spotted him watching videos on Highway 417 in Ottawa. Learn the details and consequences.
Toronto company fined $1M for illegal building
A Toronto-based company has been ordered to pay a $1 million penalty by Ontario's construction regulator for constructing homes without the required permits. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
Fatal Hwy. 400 Crash Kills Two Men, Lanes Reopen
A tragic two-vehicle collision on Hwy. 400 near Major Mackenzie Drive claimed the lives of two men on Sunday, December 7, 2025. All northbound lanes have reopened following the OPP investigation. Read the latest details.
Fatal Hwy. 400 Crash Kills 2, Northbound Lanes Closed
A tragic two-vehicle collision on Hwy. 400 near Major Mackenzie Drive has claimed two lives, prompting a full closure of northbound lanes. OPP is investigating the fatal crash.
Tow truck driver killed on Hwy. 401; driver identified
Ontario Provincial Police have identified the driver and located a vehicle after a 42-year-old tow operator from Kitchener was struck and killed on Highway 401. The tragedy renews calls for drivers to obey the Slow Down, Move Over law.
G2 driver charged with stunt driving on Hwy. 417
Ontario Provincial Police have charged a G2 driver with stunt and dangerous driving following a traffic stop on Highway 417 near Ottawa. The driver was allegedly racing and weaving through traffic.
Drugs Seized After Highway 417 Crash in Ottawa
Ontario Provincial Police seized a large quantity of drugs following a crash on Hwy. 417 in Ottawa. The driver now faces drug trafficking charges. Read the latest details.
Man charged with drug trafficking after Highway 417 collision
A 21-year-old Mississauga man faces multiple drug and driving charges after a collision on Highway 417 in Ottawa led to the discovery of a large quantity of drugs. Read the latest details.
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