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Province fires contractor building new school in Parry Sound
Minister Calandra ended the $54.8 million contract due to delays, defective work, and liens; the project aims to open a new school in September 2026.
- On Wednesday, Ontario's Education Minister Paul Calandra terminated the NNDSB's contract with the general contractor for the Parry Sound JK-12 School and Child Care Facility, with the notice issued today on the NNDSB website.
- Van Horne Construction LTD, which won the 2023 bid for $54.8 million, was cited by the Near North District School Board for schedule issues, poor performance, and numerous liens raising concerns about September completion.
- After more than a decade of planning, the Near North District School Board told Parry Sound students one week before classes they would start virtually, with an in-person return on Sept. 15.
- To limit further delay, the minister directed the board to secure a new contractor and said he will ensure strong oversight while NNDSB remains committed to opening the school in September 2026.
- The board said the cancellation was a last resort to protect students and families, citing serious concerns about progress; BayToday has reached out to the company for comment and is awaiting a response.
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Education Minister Calandra terminates Parry Sound school construction contract
Ontario’s Minister of Education, Paul Calandra, who has assumed control of the Near North District School Board, has terminated the board’s contract with the general contractor for the new Parry Sound JK-12 School and Child Care Facility.
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Education Minister fires general contractor from new Parry Sound school project
By Richard CoffinA new general contractor is needed for the new Parry Sound JK-12 school and childcare facility.This after Education Minister Paul Callandra terminated the contract of the now-former general contractor.In a letter to parents, the Near North District School Board says the decision was made after an extensive review, including formal notices of default and opportunity for the contractor to resolve outstanding concerns.The terminati…
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