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Construction workers shortage stands in the way of housing boost: expertsThe federal budget tabled Tuesday acknowledged skilled labour shortages contribute to the 'entrenched structural barriers' holding back new housing supply.CanadaApr 18
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Canada wants to build millions of homes. But does B.C. have the workforce to do it?Tuesday's budget aims to build 3.87 million new homes by 2031, backed by $8.5 billion in spending on housing initiatives, but does B.C. have enough construction workers?EconomyApr 17
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Why lack of ‘Canadian experience’ is a barrier for immigrants in the job marketOntario has introduced Bill 149 — legislation that would make it illegal for businesses to list 'Canadian experience' as a requirement in job listings.CanadaNov 29, 2023
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Why Ottawa is making it easier for tradespeople to move between provincesThe fall economic statement said that in the coming months, Canada would work toward cutting red tape and making it easier for workers to move and work freely within the country.CanadaNov 22, 2023
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Construction workers in dire need to meet skyrocketing housing demand in OkanaganAccording to the B.C. Construction Association, up to 40 per cent of workers in the construction industry will be up for retirement in the next decade.CanadaNov 21, 2023
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B.C.’s booming construction sector at risk of slowdown, industry warnsThe B.C. Construction Association says a chronic labour shortage, combined with outdated regulations about paying contractors on time could combine to cause a major slowdown.EconomyOct 23, 2023
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BC Ferries pulls vessel back to service early after crew-shortage cancellationsPassengers were facing the prospect of multi-sailing waits Wednesday morning after a round trip between Tsawwassen and Swartz Bay was cancelled due to crew shortages.CanadaOct 18, 2023
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Kingston, Ont. jobseekers visit Chamber of Commerce Hiring SummitThe Greater Kingston Chamber of Commerce hosted a hiring summit Thursday to help combat labour shortages that are plaguing many local businesses.CanadaOct 5, 2023
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Victoria pledges $2.5 million from ‘Airbnb tax’ to help house hospitality workersThe money will go to help build a 40-unit apartment with one-third held at below market rents and with priority given to hospitality industry workers.CanadaSep 20, 2023
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After the wildfire: Inside the struggle to rebuild homes in CanadaThose who have lost their homes from wildfires in Canada may have a long wait ahead of them before having a new place to call home.CanadaSep 4, 2023
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