Manitoba Introduces Builders’ Liens Amendment Act
The Manitoba government has introduced amendments to the Builders’ Liens Act to reduce unnecessary slowdowns on construction projects caused by delays in payments, Consumer Protection and Government Services Minister James Teitsma announced today. “The window for major construction is often limited…
RenoRun files for creditor protection
RenoRun Inc. has filed for creditor protection in Quebec, as the beleaguered company seeks to restructure itself and begin a formal sales process on Wednesday. The Montreal-based startup’s board of directors approved the filing of a notice of intent last week,…
Budget 2023 is a missed opportunity to invest in real growth measures
This week’s release of the 2023 Federal Budget fell short of providing the right conditions to secure economic growth and stability for all Canadians through concrete action on workforce capacity building, fair procurement, and trade-enabling infrastructure investment. “The government needs to…
IAPMO Publishes Manual of Recommended Practice for Toilet Room Design
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) has published the Manual of Recommended Practice for Toilet Room Design: All Gender, Health, Safety, Privacy and Security. On Sept. 15, 2021, IAPMO initiated the Bathroom Design Task Group to create a manual…
Excavator vs Mini Excavator: Which One Should You Choose?
by Kevin Forestell, DOZR There’s more of a difference between mini excavators and standard excavators than size alone. Specs, maneuverability, cost, and job requirements should all be part of the conversation when comparing these two machines. What is the difference between…
Safe Access and Fall Protection Tips for Vehicle Maintenance Workers
Safety measures for commercial vehicles are wide-ranging and require intense operator training and regular inspections. It seems like ancient history that once there were no seat belts, backup alarms, or fire-resistant cushions. Although vehicular accidents have not been eliminated, they have…