Insights

Field notes from the GTA.

Straight-talk guides on commercial demolition, abatement, fit-outs and renovations across Toronto, Mississauga and the wider GTA — written by the people running the sites.

Demolition July 17, 2026 5 min read

Do You Need a Permit for Commercial Demolition in Ontario?

When Ontario requires a demolition permit, how interior alteration permits differ, and why the designated substances survey comes first.

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Fit-Out July 17, 2026 6 min read

Office Fit-Out Timelines in the GTA: What Actually Drives the Schedule

How long an office fit-out really takes in Toronto and the GTA — landlord approvals, permit review, long-lead equipment and inspections, explained by a commercial GC.

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