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The Release of the 2026 Provincial Budget
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, delivered Ontario’s 2026 Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. While some of the elements of the budget have been previously announced, there are new items of interest. Notably, Ontario’s […]
The Release of the 2026 Provincial Budget
On Thursday, March 26, 2026, the Honourable Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, delivered Ontario’s 2026 Budget: A Plan to Protect Ontario. While some of the elements of the budget have been previously announced, there are new items of interest. Notably, Ontario’s […]
Join Us at Queen’s Park Day – Advocate for Your Industry
ACEC-Ontario is holding a Queen’s Park on Tuesday, March 31st and we are seeking members interested in participating in this important advocacy event. We also warmly invite any members who are unable to attend daytime meetings to join us for […]
Active Consultations – Your Feedback Needed
ACEC‑Ontario is currently responding to three important consultations: 1. MECP Environmental Assessment Changes 2. Buy Ontario Policy, and3. City of Toronto RFP Improvements Please visit the ACEC-Ontario website here to view further details. The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP) […]
Halton Region – Health and Safety Update
In the aftermath of the R. v. Sudbury line of cases, municipalities have reassessed health and safety policies and procedures. Within this context, Halton Region has reviewed its construction processes and requirements and is now implementing a mandatory accredited-OHSMS for Constructors. […]
Ontario Introduces Buy Ontario Act
On November 20, 2025, the Ontario Government tabled Bill 72, the Buy Ontario Act (Public Sector Procurement), 2025. The Bill proposes new authority to impose “Ontario-first” procurement rules across ministries, agencies, municipalities, and the broader public sector. Here are the highlights: Background Earlier in 2025, […]
Ontario’s Plan to Protect Ontario – 2025 Fall Economic Statement
Earlier today, the Hon. Peter Bethlenfalvy, Minister of Finance, delivered Ontario’s Fall Economic Statement – A Plan to Protect Ontario. As anticipated, the update largely reaffirms initiatives introduced in previous announcements, sustaining a strong pipeline for consulting engineering companies. The […]
IO Releases Fall 2025 Market Update
No. 25/21 – October 29, 2025 This week, Infrastructure Ontario (IO) issued its October 2025 market update featuring 25 projects in pre- and active procurement. This update features a total value of more than $30 billion in design and construction costs […]
Ontario Legislature Returns: What We’re Watching This Session
Yesterday marked the return of the Ontario Legislature to Queen’s Park for the fall sitting. The government has seven weeks to advance new initiatives and priorities carried over from the spring, likely bringing movement to several files affecting Ontario’s consulting […]
Important Notice from ACEC-Ontario Leadership
Dear Members, Following ACEC-Ontario Annual Meeting of Members, held on September 15, 2025, a reporting error in the election results was identified. Accordingly, ACEC-Ontario welcomes Robert Moroney (Elements Engineering Inc.) to the Board of Directors. The newly elected and reelected […]