Ontario Construction Firm Fined for Unauthorized Use of Professional Engineer’s Seal
A Hamilton-based construction company has been fined after pleading guilty to the unauthorized use of a professional engineer’s seal, reinforcing the importance of engineering compliance and public safety in Ontario’s construction industry. The Ontario Court of Justice ordered Grandville Construction Limited…
METALCON 2026 Celebrates 35 Years by Investing in the Future of Metal Construction
As the metal construction workforce continues to evolve, METALCON 2026 is expanding its education, networking, and leadership programming to support the industry’s next generation of professionals. Celebrating its 35th anniversary, the event will take place October 7–9, 2026, at the Orange…
How Asset Data Connects to Construction Accounting on a Unified Platform
Purpose-built construction asset management software reflects how jobsites actually run, including shared equipment across projects, asset lifecycles measured in years, and material specifications tied to procurement and accounting. Learn about the insights covering nine measurable benefits of integrated asset management, the…
Comparing Moving Floor Performance: KEITH® RX2 vs. RX3 Drive Units
Choosing the right moving floor drive depends on your payload. KEITH® Manufacturing Co.’s next-generation RX Technology redefines bulk material handling. This video highlights the side-by-side actuation differences between the units. The innovative two-cylinder RX2 drive delivers maximum cycling speed for lighter,…
Roads, Bridges and Tunnels Asia 2026 Debuts in Jakarta to Advance Regional Infrastructure
Great Minds Event Management (GM Events) is expanding its internationally recognized Roads, Bridges and Tunnels (RBT) Conference series into Asia with the launch of Roads, Bridges and Tunnels Asia 2026 (RBT Asia). The inaugural event will take place October 28–29, 2026,…
ConTech Weekly: Smarter Construction Starts Here – No. 168
by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network Every week, the construction industry introduces new technologies that challenge the way we’ve always worked. This edition highlights practical innovations, from AI-powered business development and digital workflows to drone surveying and construction scheduling intelligence. If…
What is the difference between green premiums and brown discounts?
by Raidin Blue, Senior Analyst – Pembina Institute Home and building owners risk falling behind as markets increasingly value resilient buildings As communities brace for another summer of extreme weather, many home and building owners are taking a closer look at how…
Alberta’s building retrofit supply chain is ready to grow
by Raidin Blue, Senior Analyst – Pembina Institute Government, utilities and industry coordination is key to enabling market readiness This summer, the Government of Canada launched its National Strategy for an Electrified Canadian Economy, highlighting the need to double Canada’s electricity capacity…
China Trade Week Kenya 2026 Opens with Strong Global Participation and Business Momentum
China Trade Week Kenya 2026 Opens with Strong Industry Participation The 11th Edition of China Trade Week (CTW) Kenya 2026 officially opened in Nairobi alongside the 6th Africa Technology Show, 4th Africa Build Show, and 3rd MEGAWATT Africa, creating one of…
Infrastructure Ontario Prequalifies Three Teams for New Oakville Science Facility Complex
Infrastructure Ontario (IO), together with the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development, has prequalified three consortiums to compete for the design, build, finance, and maintain (DBFM) contract for the new…
Building Forward: CCA Outlines Procurement Strategies for Successful Federal Project Delivery
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has released a new report urging Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to modernize federal infrastructure procurement strategies to address growing challenges in project delivery. As Canada invests in housing, trade corridors, and nation-building infrastructure, the…
How a Heavy Civil Contractor Increased Pursuit Capacity Fourfold Without Adding Headcount
By Shawn Gray, Founder – ConstructIQ Advisory A third-generation, multi-office heavy civil contractor had a capable team of estimators and coordinators. Yet bid capacity and get-work remained gated by one person. The consequences extended well beyond workload Bid requirements were missed, including a…
PCL and NORR-DIALOG Selected for Toronto Pearson’s $1.5B Terminal Modernization Project
Toronto Pearson International Airport has awarded a $1.5 billion contract to PCL Construction and NORR-DIALOG, a joint venture between NORR and DIALOG, to deliver the Terminal 1 and Terminal 3 Revitalization Program as part of the airport’s Pearson LIFT modernization strategy.…
What should prevailing wage software do? Key features to look for
Plenty of tools call themselves “prevailing wage software.” Most just run your certified payroll and quit there. That keeps the Department of Labor happy, but it tells you nothing about whether the job is bleeding money in week three. This breakdown…
Lower fuel costs and reduce emissions with hybrid equipment
Hybrid equipment: why more contractors are making the switch Lower fuel costs, reduced emissions, and jobsite flexibility – hybrid machines are here to stay Every year, we head to the ARA Show looking for equipment that could add value to our…