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The BC Construction Association welcomes B.C.’s investment in providing new training opportunities for future skilled workers but says more needs to be done to solve the labour shortage. On Tuesday, the Ministry of Social Development and Poverty Reduction announced that more than…

To celebrate Earth Day, a Maple Ridge plumbing company is holding a free, interactive event for students, parents, and educators about the construction industry. Pitt Meadows Plumbing and Mechanical Systems, a mechanical contracting business based out of Maple Ridge, is inviting…

New numbers from the construction industry reveal what many GTA drivers probably already know — Toronto is in a construction boom. There are nearly 250 cranes in use in the city right now, according to the latest Crane Index from Rider Levett…

The cousin of a Spaniard’s Bay man fatally injured in a workplace accident is criticizing the decision to dismiss the charge against a Quebec construction company — and wants the Crown to give the case another shot. In 2021, Pomerleau Inc. was…

The RAIC is honoured to announce its slate of recipients for their Annual Awards.   The first installment of the Awards since the addition of the three reworked awards of excellence, the RAIC Annual Award recipients consist of architectural practices, projects and…

The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) team, with support from volunteers, constructed a laundry facility for the students living on campus at Bacone College, Oklahoma’s oldest operating institution of higher learning, which has served American Indian students for 140 years.…

RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 450 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, has been named one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for a third consecutive year. This ranking published as part of Mediacorp’s…

When it comes to construction, sound is often considered a necessary evil. The constant noise of heavy machinery, power tools, and construction work can be deafening, leading to potential safety hazards and negative health effects for workers. However, what many people…

Success is the culmination of raw talent, hard work and the proper habits. Oftentimes, successful people leave clues in the work that they do — it’s a matter of picking up on them and implementing them towards our own work. Whether…

Environmental Due Diligence Can Stop A Bad Deal Over the years I’ve seen quite a variety of environmental site conditions that have adversely impacted the value of a property.  Many of these conditions were discovered during the environmental due diligence period…

As construction companies seek ways to maximize efficiency and profitability, many are turning to cutting-edge technology like laser cutters and 3D printers as tools to increase efficiency. Technology’s progress has proven invaluable for builders and contractors who now utilize tools that…

MarShield manufactures a wide range of Standard or Custom Designed Lead Lined Cabinets for use in a variety of purposes, including nuclear medicine and nuclear storage. Our experienced team can assist you with every step in the process of quoting and ordering a custom or standard lead lined…

A new report from the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) says vacant and underutilized office space present an opportunity to revive downtowns affected by the global pandemic and increase housing supply. Right now, millions of square feet of office space sit empty in buildings…

Miami’s construction scene just got a new specialized construction tech collaborator with the arrival of Boris and Associates Inc., a management consulting and construction tech consulting firm that’s set to transform the industry landscape. Expanding its operations to Miami, the firm…

WITH TECH FOREVER EVOLVING, INDUSTRIES ARE ADOPTING NEW STRATEGIES This year, contractors and construction leaders are facing a complex yet interesting landscape. Navigating the industry continues to be a task of innovation and flexibility. Increased funding from the recent federal infrastructure bill amid…