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At first glance, a hole in the roof seems like a bad idea, but rooftop openings have served practical purposes for centuries. In Roman, Byzantine, Renaissance, and Neoclassical architecture, the “oculus” (circular opening in the center of a dome) enabled light…

Recently, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice in Toronto issued an order against Michael Stephen Archer of Toronto, Ontario. The court mandated Archer to cease engaging in professional engineering activities, offering services in this domain, using titles like “Professional Engineer” or…

Nova Scotia’s government revealed its strategy to replace the Seal Island Bridge, commencing a rehabilitation plan to address the deteriorating structure. The bridge, requiring major repairs and nearing the end of its lifespan within 15 years, led authorities to consider a…

The CMHC highlights a daunting scenario for Vancouver’s rental projects due to a ‘perfect storm’ of market conditions impacting developers. Escalating construction budget costs pose a significant challenge, hindering developers’ responses to the demand for rental housing. This conundrum is exacerbated…

The beauty of the winter season often comes with a price, especially for outdoor workers. Navigating slippery surfaces and frozen worksites can turn every step into a risk of falling and causing injury. In these challenging conditions, ensuring your safety and…

The Nova Scotia government has opted to postpone the implementation of new national building standards. This delay comes after receiving public feedback, resulting in the decision to defer the adoption of the updated regulations, originally slated to take effect in January.…

High school students in New Brunswick are delving into the world of heavy machinery through simulator-based training programs. The initiative introduces students to hands-on experiences operating heavy equipment like excavators, providing practical knowledge and skills in a safe and controlled environment.…

Canada’s Building Trades Union (CBTU) is set to initiate training sessions for trades instructors to bolster climate education in the construction sector. These sessions aim to equip instructors with fundamental climate knowledge, enabling them to effectively convey this crucial information to…

+VG Architects, in collaboration with Pearle Hospitality, will lead the $200 million transformation of the historic Toronto Power Generating Station into a luxurious five-star hotel overlooking Niagara Falls. This redevelopment project, supervised by +VG Architects, plans to restore the National Historic…

The Assiniboine Park Conservancy responded to legal action by filing a defense and launching a counterclaim against the contractor involved in the Leaf construction project. The Conservancy’s action is a response to the lawsuit initiated by the contractor. This legal move…

  Domex 3D, a pioneering German startup, is on the cusp of transforming the 3D printing landscape. With an innovative blend of 3D printing and robotics, the company is set to penetrate the US construction market by the close of 2023.…

by Arnie Gess – Construction Links Network Over the last few months, I’ve had the opportunity to attend and partner with two of the four Canadian stops of the How We Build Now Canada Roadshow produced by Procore Technologies along with…

Air Burners®, the leading manufacturer of air curtain burner systems worldwide, collaborated with Rolls-Royce and Volvo Construction Equipment to develop and test the BioCharger – an innovative, portable machine that turns biomass waste into energy. The BioCharger is the first machine of…

Major concrete companies and cement plants, including Heidelberg, Cemex and Holcim, join architects, engineers, and construction firms in a collective acknowledgement for action. Mission Possible Partnership (MPP) have developed the new strategy with industry input, setting out milestones and commitments needed by…

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is seeking volunteers with a technical background in plumbing products to participate on the IAPMO Z1388 technical subcommittee (TSC). The Z1388 standard’s scope covers supply stops with integral water hammer arresters and…