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RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, congratulates MSJ Building Supplies Ltd., owned by Tom MacDonell, for the opening of the RONA MSJ Building Supplies store located at…

The Utility Expo announced Brian Metcalf, CEO of Ring-O-Matic, has been named show chair for the 2025 show. He will lead the exhibitions management committee, a volunteer group of utility construction industry executives for overall show planning. The Utility Expo, named…

In 2023, it was reported that the Buffalo Bills stadium project was projected to have $300M in cost overrun.   The following reasons were cited for increased costs: 1️⃣ Surging Labor Costs 2️⃣ Surging Material Costs The project, initially estimated at $1.4 billion,…

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Overbidding has returned to the Greater Toronto Area’s real estate market ahead of the spring selling season, with dozens of neighbourhoods entering overbidding territory last month, according to Wahi’s latest monthly Market Pulse Report. In February, a total of 76 neighbourhoods…

What began as just a way to talk about construction has turned into, to an acclaimed series of episodes telling of Construction stories, quickly turned to the audio channels of podcasting and thus, the Site Visit was created. The Site Visit…

ASSE International is seeking working group members to update ASSE 1010, the standard covering performance requirements for water hammer arresters. ASSE 1010 working group members will assist the Product Standards Committee (PSC) with the continued development of this American National Standard.…

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has announced Francis Roy as the new Chair of its Board of Directors for the 2024-26 term. With over 30 years in the construction sector, Roy brings a wealth of experience to his role as President…

In a recent episode of The Construction Record Podcast, Warren Frey interviews Procore Technologies’ Kris Lengieza about 2024’s construction technology trends. Lengieza highlights the rapid integration of AI, including ChatGPT and other large language models, for various applications and preserving institutional…

A look at the world of Construction Technology – by Arnie Gess, publisher of Construction Links Network. Calling All Construction Tech Enthusiasts! Do you have the latest scoop in construction technology? Submit your news releases to us! Don’t miss the Tuesday deadline each…

Ontraccr, a Vancouver-based construction management software startup, has raised $1.2 million in seed funding from investors including LAB Ventures and Buildtech Ventures. The company aims to transform construction and field service industries with its no-code platform, allowing for easy customization of…

Canada’s housing affordability crisis underscores the urgent need for a substantial increase in supply, with discussions shifting towards the methods to achieve this expansion. Key to addressing this issue is enhancing productivity in residential construction, not only during the building phase…

As we celebrate Women in Construction Week, the Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) brings to light critical research underscoring the urgent need for an inclusive and diverse construction industry. This research, pivotal for the industry’s growth, was conducted online…

Lumber, a leader in construction workforce management solutions, recently unveiled its groundbreaking “She Builds Nation” report for 2024. This pivotal document, based on a survey of over 100 women leaders in construction, including owners, executives, and decision-makers, highlights both the challenges…

Planera, a leading provider of construction Critical Path Method (CPM) scheduling and planning solutions, has announced its integration with Autodesk Construction Cloud®. This collaboration marks a pivotal step towards enhancing project management efficiency by leveraging advanced technology and comprehensive insights. Autodesk…