The Grand Valley Construction Association continues to monitor the new developments pertaining to COVID-19. This page is updated daily.
UPDATED GVCA OFFICE HOURS
Due to the Ontario Government's "Stay-at-Home Order" issued on January 14, 2021, GVCA staff are working remotely. But don't worry - we are still here for you!
We have access to our phones, voice messages and emails during regular business hours:
- Monday to Thursday - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
- Friday - 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
We can arrange appointments as needed.
We can sign Statutory Declarations virtually so please email mike@gvca.org for instructions.
For CCA and CCDC stickers, contact Sarah at staff@gvca.org.
For printing requirements, email mike@gvca.org or call Mike at 519-277-0750.
Stay safe. We look forward to seeing you in person soon!
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If you have questions about whether your business should be open or closed, please call the Stop the Spread Business Information Line at 1.888.444.3659.
January 18
Update: See if you are eligible for the Ontario Small Business Support Grant to help with COVID-19 expenses.
January 15
COVID-19 Public Health Measures and Restrictions
January 14
Enhancing Public Health and Workplace Safety Measures in the Provincewide Shutdown
January 12
Ontario Declares Second Provincial Emergency to Address COVID-19 Crisis and Save Lives
January 8
Ontario Continues to Support Businesses, Workers and Families during the COVID-19 Pandemic
| December 2020 |
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December 21
Provincewide Shutdown
December 21
Ontario Announces Provincewide Shutdown to Stop Spread of COVID-19 and Save Lives
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| November 2020 |
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November 30
COVID-19 response framework: keeping Ontario safe and open (COVID-19 levels by region)
November 17
Ontario Opens COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream for Municipalities
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| October 2020 |
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October 28
Ontario Launching COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream
October 7
Ontario Helping Apprentices Cover Living Expenses during Training
October 2
WSIB holds premium rates for Ontario businesses
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| September 2020 |
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September 30
Ontario Delivers $2.8 Billion COVID-19 Fall Preparedness Plan
September 29
COVID-19 Pandemic Preparedness Toolkit for Ontario Businesses
September 25
COVID-19 Screening Tool for Workplaces (Businesses and Organizations)
September 4
Ontario Providing In-Demand Skills Training to Over 15,000 People
September 3
Ontario Extends Support for Employers and Employees Impacted by COVID-19
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| July 2020 |
| July 28
Declared Emergency Leave is No Longer Available
July 23
Ontario Building and Expanding Schools across the Province
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| June 2020 |
| June 16
Ontario Updated Safety Plan
June 2
Ontario Extends Declaration of Emergency until June 30
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| May 2020 |
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May 22nd
Ontario Launches Program to Help Apprentices and Hospitality Workers
May 20th
List of PPE Suppliers in Ontario
May 14th
Lifting essential workplace limits on construction.
May 11th
Resources to prevent COVID-19 in the workplace
May 11th
Economic and Budget Outlook, Spring 2020 - by the Financial Accountability Office of Ontario
May 6th
Ontario Extends Electricity Rate Relief During COVID-19
May 6th
Ontario Further Eases Restrictions on Retail Stores and Essential Construction During COVID-19
May 1st
Certain Businesses Allowed to Reopen Under Strict Safety Guidelines
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| April 2020 |
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April 30
Health and Safety Association Guidance Documents for Workplaces During the COVID-19 Outbreak
April 23rd
Ontario Extends Emergency Orders to May 6 to Help Stop the Spread of COVID-19
April 16th
Ontario Significantly Expands Hospital Capacity to Prepare for Any COVID-19 Outbreak Scenario
April 14th
Ontario Extends Declaration of Emergency to Continue the Fight Against COVID-19
April 13th
Ontario Starts Planning for Economic Recovery.
April 13th
Agricultural projects clarified and added to the list of essential workplaces
April 13th
Construction Act to be Exempt from Emergency Order Suspending Procedural Time Limits
April 8th
Ontario Accelerates Essential Construction Projects During COVID-19
Extending Construction Hours Will Help Keep Ontario Workers Safe.
April 6, 2020
WSIB has determined that costs associated with COVID-19 related claims will not be allocated at an employer or class level. Instead, they will be allocated on a Schedule-wide basis and there will be no change in premium rates for 2020. For more information please visit www.wsib.ca
April 3, 2020
Ontario Revises Definition of Essential Construction
April 1, 2020
COVID-19 Resource Best Management Practices
April 1, 2020
Standards Review PLMHSC (March 2020)
April 1, 2020
WAH Regulation Extension
April 1, 2020
Personal distancing construction shareable
April 1, 2020
Personal distancing construction poster
April 1, 2020
PPE Request
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| March 2020 |
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March 31,2020
Ontario Enacts Declaration of Emergency to Protect the Public
Ontario Extends Emergency Declaration to Stop the Spread of COVID-19
March 30,2020
Construction site health and safety during COVID-19
Find resources, best practices and information to help construction employers understand their rights and responsibilities while operating during COVID-19.
March 29,2020
Ontario Prohibits Gatherings of Five People or More with Strict Exceptions
March 26, 2020
New financial measure will allow insurance premium payment deferrals for six months
Read the complete announcement
March 25, 2020
March 24, 2020
Ontario releases list of essential workplaces that can remain open amid COVID-19 outbreak
Read the complete announcement
March 23, 2020
WSIB Adjudicative Approach Document: Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Claims
Read the complete announcement
March 23,2020
The "Project Suspension Impact Checklist" has been designed to provide industry participants with an accessible resource in order to tackle the range of issues that present and developing circumstances may cause to be addressed.
Read the complete Project Suspension Impact Checklist
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January 5, 2021
Difference between quarantine & isolation
| November 2020 |
November 19, 2020
New, targeted support to help businesses through pandemic receives Royal Assent |
| October 2020 |
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October 26, 2020
Canada Emergency Business Account now open to businesses using personal banking accounts
October 20, 2020
Support for small businesses through the Canada United Small Business Relief Fund
October 9, 2020
Government announces new, targeted support to help businesses through pandemic
October 1, 2020
Prime Minister announces infrastructure plan to create jobs and grow the economy
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| June 2020 |
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June 16, 2020
Prime Minister announces extension of the Canada Emergency Response Benefit by 8 weeks - This extension will make the benefit available to eligible workers for up to a total of 24 weeks.
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| May 2020 |
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May 25, 2020
Canada Emergency Commercial Rent Assistance now open for applications
May 15, 2020
The Government extends the Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy to August 29
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| April 2020 |
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April 27, 2020
Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
April 22, 2020
Service Canada Critical Programs and Services for Individuals during COVID-19
Service Canada Critical Services and Programs for Employers, Partners, Stakeholders and Unions during COVID-19
April 15, 2020
Expanding access to the Canada Emergency Response Benefit and proposing a new wage boost for essential workers
April 9, 2020
CCA requesting modifications to the 75 per cent wage subsidy program on behalf of members.
April 3, 2020
COVID-19 Posters for Job Sites
Physical Distancing
Screening
COVID-19 Handwashing
*If you would GVCA to print the posters, please contact us.
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| March 2020 |
| March 18, 2020
The Federal Government today announced a new set of economic measures to help stabilize the economy during this challenging period. These measures, delivered as part of the Government of Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan, will provide up to $27 billion in direct support to Canadian workers and businesses.
Read the complete announcement
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January 12, 2021
Updated List of Essential Construction Services
To get the most up-to-date information on COVID-19, make sure you follow up on news releases with:
Health Canada
Canadian Centre of Occupational Health and Safety
Government of Ontario
WSIB
Please take every precaution to protect your employees both in your office, and on the job site. Don't hesitate to call (519) 622-4822 or email mgeorge@gvca.org if you have any questions.
City of Cambridge - Building Inspections Update.
The City of Kitchener Issues Details About Construction During the January Stay-at-Home Order.
City of Guelph Notice to Customers - January 15, 2021
The Region of Waterloo Essential construction, operations and maintenance during COVID-19 Pandemic
