Saturday, July 27, 2024 
IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator® Included in AWWA M22 Manual
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) announces that its Water Demand Calculator® has been included in the fourth edition of the American Water Works Association (AWWA) M22 Sizing Water Service Lines and Meters manual. AWWA M22 is a manual of water…
Ontario Government Invests $260 Million to Address Labour Shortage
The Ontario government is addressing the province’s labour shortage with a substantial investment of up to $260 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) Training Stream. This brings Ontario’s total investment in the SDF to up to $1.4 billion since its…
Construction to start on Calgary’s new event centre
The City of Calgary and Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation (CSEC) recently revealed the design for Calgary’s new event centre – formally named Scotia Place. The design is influenced by the ancestral and historical land of Indigenous Peoples and the culturally…
Anne Law Appointed as NIBS Senior VP of Professional and Government Affairs
The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) recently announced the appointment of Anne Law as Senior Vice President of Professional and Government Affairs. “Anne joins NIBS as a critical member of our senior leader team and will leverage her considerable 18-year experience as…
CISWP receives funding to address workplace hazards and injuries in the Skilled Trades
The Canadian Institute for Safety, Wellness & Performance (CISWP) at Conestoga College Institute of Technology & Advanced Learning is pleased to receive $834,550 in funding from the Canadian Foundation for Innovation (CFI) and the Ontario Research Fund (OFR) to help find…
Canadian Urban Institute announces André Corbould as newest Fellow
The Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) announces the appointment of André Corbould as its newest Fellow to provide advice on a critical issue—urban mental health and it’s impacts on community vibrancy. Corbould brings a wealth of experience and a deep commitment to…
Doidge Building Centres acquires two new RONA stores
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating and servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores, announces the acquisition of two new stores by Doidge Building Centres Ltd, which will be converted to the RONA banner: the DEKA Home Building…
RPA, Geothermal Rising Sign MoU to Advance and Promote Geothermal Energy
The Radiant Professionals Alliance (RPA) and professional/educational association Geothermal Rising (GR) have entered into a memorandum of understanding with the mutual goal of promoting and advancing technological innovations of geothermal systems. The partnership will engage RPA, GR and their respective members in…
Heat Stress Tips from THEM
As global temperatures rise, outdoor workers are increasingly at risk of heat stress, a condition that can lead to heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps, or heat rashes. At T. Harris Environmental Management Inc., we understand the importance of protecting our…
How 360° Reality Capture is Revolutionizing QA/QC Checklists for Subcontractors
Implementing a robust QA/QC checklist is central to successful quality assurance and control. 360° reality capture technology, like OpenSpace Capture, is simplifying and improving how construction professionals approach QA/QC. This innovative shift promises enhanced efficiency and ensures that projects adhere to the…
RONA Oka Acquired by Coop Embrun and Groupe Matériaux Godin
The RONA affiliated dealer network congratulates Coop Embrun and Groupe Matériaux Godin inc. on the equal-share acquisition of the RONA Oka store, located at 265, rue Saint-Michel in Oka, Québec. Both companies are joining forces with RONA to ensure the long-term…
Chapter 6: Types of Condominiums Under Toronto Law
This is a synopsis of the sixth of 10 Chapters, each to appear in Construction Links Network which began in November 2023. BUILDING TORONTO’s SKYLINE: TORONTO’S CONDOMINIUMS THROUGH THE AGES is available through Amazon in print, Kindle and audible editions. Under Toronto…
RAIC Launches Life Cycle Assessment Training Workshops
Assessing embodied carbon impacts throughout a building’s life cycle is a necessary step in a shift towards regenerative and lower carbon design. The Canadian built environment is the third-highest source of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and there is an urgent and…
Volvo CE continues to transform in Q2 despite tougher industry landscape
Volvo CE is reporting a dip in net sales for Q2 this year – driven by the downturn in the industry – while still delivering on its transformation ambitions with its biggest product launches in years. Volvo CE has continued to…
CWC Welcomes the Release of the Canada Green Buildings Strategy
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) is encouraged by the release of the Canada Green Buildings Strategy (CGBS), recognizing it as a positive step towards decarbonizing and building a sustainable and resilient future for Canada’s built environment. The strategy identifies several critical areas of…
