ConTech Weekly: Smarter Construction Starts Here – No. 158
by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network The future of construction is increasingly intelligent, connected, and data-driven. This week’s issue explores how AI-powered platforms, automation tools, and digital workflows are helping contractors and project teams improve efficiency, reduce risk, and make faster…
Ontario Landscaping Industry Focuses on Electrical Safety Through New ESA Partnership
Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association (Landscape Ontario) and the Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) have announced a new partnership aimed at improving electrical safety awareness and code compliance across Ontario’s landscape and horticultural industry. The initiative focuses on helping contractors, arborists, and…
CMHC Reports Canadian Housing Starts Rise 3.2% in April
Canada’s housing construction sector showed continued momentum in April 2026 as Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) reported a 3.2% increase in the national six-month trend measure of housing starts, reaching 256,777 units. The trend measure represents the six-month moving average…
Even more RONA+ stores across the country
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, operating and servicing over 425 corporate and affiliated stores, recently celebrated the grand opening of several RONA+ stores across Canada, continuing its transformation journey to the RONA+ and RONA banners. Thanks to…
Smart Construction Sites: How IoT is Changing Jobsite Management
by Arnie Gess, President of Construction Links Network The Internet of Things (IoT) is rapidly transforming construction job sites by connecting equipment, workers, and project data through intelligent networks of sensors and digital technologies. As construction firms seek to improve productivity, safety,…
Bell AI Fabric Selects Bird Construction for Major Saskatchewan AI Data Centre Project
Bell Canada has announced new development and construction partners for its 300 MW AI data centre project in the Rural Municipality of Sherwood, Saskatchewan, while also formalizing a long-term national partnership with Bird Construction to support a multi-year AI data centre…
Canada’s Best Managed Companies Recognizes Graham for a 26th Consecutive Year
A Recognition Built on People, Performance, and Partnership Graham is proud to announce its recognition as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 26th consecutive year—an achievement that reflects the strength of our people, the trust of our clients, and the enduring…
Toronto Pearson Begins Historic Airport Expansion and Modernization Project
Toronto Pearson International Airport has officially launched Pearson LIFT (Long-term Investment in Facilities and Terminals), one of the largest airport infrastructure programs in Canadian history. The airport marked the beginning of construction with a ceremonial groundbreaking attended by federal, provincial and…
The Buildings Show Partners with Dave Cooper Live for 2026 Innovation Showcase
The Buildings Show has announced a new strategic partnership with Dave Cooper LIVE to launch “The Exchange by Dave Cooper Live” at the 2026 edition of the event. The collaboration will introduce a dedicated destination focused on industrialized construction, modular building,…
Moment Energy to Build World’s Largest Battery Repurposing Facility in Vancouver
Moment Energy has announced plans to build the world’s largest battery repurposing facility in Vancouver, British Columbia, advancing Canada’s role in sustainable energy infrastructure and domestic battery manufacturing. The new facility is expected to be fully operational by the end of…
Ontario Engineering Project Awards Highlight Infrastructure Innovation and Sustainability
The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Ontario celebrated engineering innovation and infrastructure excellence during the 2026 Ontario Engineering Project Awards (OEPA) gala on May 7, 2026, at Carmen’s Event Centre in Hamilton. More than 300 leaders from government, municipalities, consulting…
Calgary Advances Critical Bearspaw South Feeder Main Infrastructure Project
The City of Calgary is moving forward with Stage B construction of the Bearspaw South Feeder Main (BSFM) replacement project, a major infrastructure initiative designed to improve the reliability and resilience of the city’s water distribution system. Construction begins this week,…
RONA Lumby unveils revamped store with grand opening celebration
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, operating and servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated dealer stores, congratulates Wade Tearne and the RONA Lumby team on the grand opening of their newly transformed RONA Lumby store in British Columbia.…
Where Is Your Data Located and Why Does It Matter
Ever wondered where your data actually lives? Data location plays a huge role in data security, privacy compliance, cloud performance, and meeting today’s data protection regulations. Whether you’re managing a business or protecting personal information, understanding data storage and data sovereignty…
Does Time Tracking Software Actually Improve Profitability?
Time tracking captures hours. Here’s what actually moves the margin — and why contractors who only track time still lose money at closeout. You bought the software. Your crew clocks in and out. The hours go into the system. And the…