UBC-Okanagan’s downtown tower construction blamed for damage to nearby buildings
Just four months after a ribbon-cutting ceremony to open an affordable housing complex in downtown Kelowna, B.C., the building is already dealing with structural damage. “It’s a little bit heartbreaking,” said Charisse Dalay, executive director of the Pathways Abilities Society, which operates…
Construction association ‘thrilled’ Impact Assessment Act ruled unconstitutional
The Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers (CAPP) and Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA) are applauding a Supreme Court of Canada ruling this morning that found the Impact Assessment Act to be unconstitutional. The previous Canadian Environmental Assessment Act was replaced by the…
Canada’s Construction Economists Call for Urgent Reforms
Canada’s construction economics are calling attention to oversights by the federal government, highlighting the pressing need for reforms to address the mounting housing affordability crisis. The Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS), who represents Professional Quantity Surveyors (PQS) and Construction Estimators…
ASSE Seeks Working Group Members for Development of National Standard ASSE 1004 and ASSE 1079
ASSE International is seeking members for two separate working groups to update standards for Performance Requirements for Backflow Prevention Devices used on Commercial Dishwashing Machines (ASSE 1004) and Performance Requirements for Dielectric Pipe Unions (ASSE 1079). The ASSE 1004 and ASSE…
Only 2 Key Ontario Real Estate Markets Are in Overbidding Territory: Report
The cities of Cambridge and Kitchener are exceptions to a widespread provincial trend of homes selling below asking during the fall housing market. All but two of Ontario’s 10 largest cities outside of the Greater Toronto Area were in underbidding territory…
Calgary Construction Association welcomes Tammy Amstutz as Director of Workforce Strategies
The vision of Calgary Construction Association is to engage our community to build better and, growing the industry talent pool and developing people are two of our five strategic objectives. With this in mind, we are investing in the next level of dedicated…
Join us for an Ireland-Canada Construction Networking Evening
Enterprise Ireland, the trade development arm of the Irish government, invites you to join us for our Ireland-Canada Construction Evening in Toronto on November 8th. We will host a panel discussion followed by a networking reception with Irish Whiskey Tasting. We…
CIPHEX West 2023 New Product Competition Winners Announced
The winners of the New Products Competition at the Ciphex West 2023 trade show were announced last week; innovative products that can increase the efficiency and safety of mechanical and electrical installations. The New products Showcase were evaluated based on the…
Geo Week Projects 200+ Top-Tier Exhibitors from Across the Globe
Geo Week Releases Digital Snapshot of Exhibit Hall, Showcasing Exhibitor Lineup and Onsite Highlights Organizers of Geo Week, the premier event that champions the coming together of geospatial and built world technologies, have announced an impressive list of 148 top-tier solutions…
The Rise of Renewable Diesel – What it has to Offer the Construction Industry
By: Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) staff To fully understand the potential of renewable diesel and its role in what’s expected to be a greener, more sustainable future for the construction industry, it’s important to understand what’s expected of the fuel…
More Lowe’s stores set to convert to the RONA+ banner
As of December 7, nine new RONA+ stores will open their doors to the public in Ontario RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, is continuing its transition…
Webinar: The Economic and Sustainability Benefits of Durable Concrete
Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023 Time: 10 am PT / 1 pm ET Duration: Approximately 1 hour There are huge economic and sustainability benefits to long-lasting concrete for all stakeholders. For project owners, durable concrete lasts decades longer than regular concrete — saving on repair…
Soaring High: 5 Ways Uses of Construction Drones are Innovating the Industry
A few short years ago, the notion of unmanned robots gracefully soaring above construction sites, overseeing project progress, and contributing to cost savings would have been considered nothing short of science fiction. Fast forward to today, and these remarkable aerial assistants…
A bright new chapter in bulk material delivery launched by Juel Group
Offering its valued customers a seamless, enhanced experience of unmatched, one-of-a-kind service, Juel Group is a shining beacon of excellence in the bulk supply and delivery industry. Juel is uniting five renowned brands – Brock Aggregates, Draglam Salt, Earthco Soil Mixtures,…
Canadian construction investment increases in August
Statistics Canada reports that investment in building construction increased 1.1% to $17.9 billion in August. The residential sector was up 1.6% to $11.9 billion, while the non-residential sector remained relatively stable, up 0.1% to $5.9 billion. Following five months of consecutive…