Ontario - Introducing Legislation to Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape and Supporting Workers

Ontario introduces POWER Act to cut red tape, speed approvals and boost workforce mobility

Ontario Construction News staff writer The Ontario government introduced new legislation on Monday, aimed at reducing regulatory burden, speeding up project approvals and strengthening workforce mobility as part of a broader effort to boost economic resilience. The Protecting Ontario’s Workers and Economic Resilience Act, 2026 (POWER Act) would, if passed, advance the province’s plan […] The post Ontario introduces POWER Act to cut red tape, spe…

Legislation to Cut Red Tape and Support Workers

Province taking next step to reduce delays and regulatory burdens to build a stronger, more competitive and more resilient economyThe Ontario government introduced the Protecting Ontario’s Workers and Economic Resilience Act, 2026 (POWER Act). This legislation and associated policies would, if passed, take the next step in the government’s plan to cut red tape and streamline provincial permits and approvals so projects can move forward faster an…

Ontario - Introducing Legislation to Protect Ontario by Cutting Red Tape and Supporting Workers

On April 20, the Ontario government introduced the Protecting Ontario's Workers and Economic Resilience Act, 2026 (POWER Act). This legislation and associated policies would, if passed, take the. . .