The AI Can Write the Quote. Don’t Let it Add Up the Quote
By Susan Jones, Co-Founder, WebMax Canada Picture handing a customer a quote with a confident, clean-looking number on it, only to find out later the math behind it was wrong. Not wrong in a way that was obvious. Wrong in a way that…
RONA Team Cycles 6,000 Kilometres to Support Pediatric Cancer Research in Québec
For the 11th consecutive year, members of the RONA network came together to support pediatric cancer research by participating in the 2026 Tour CIBC Charles-Bruneau, raising an impressive $415,000 for children and families across Québec. Held from July 4 to July…
RONA Fort Nelson Completes Major Store Renovation to Better Serve Customers
RONA Fort Nelson has completed a major store renovation, introducing an expanded retail space, new product categories, and an enhanced shopping experience for homeowners, contractors, and the surrounding community. The milestone was celebrated with a traditional board-cutting ceremony attended by store…
ConTech Weekly: Smarter Construction Starts Here – No. 166
by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network The pace of innovation across construction continues to amaze me. AI, connected data, automation, and digital workflows are no longer future concepts, they’re solving real challenges on projects today. As always, we’ve gathered the latest…
AtkinsRéalis and Scout Engineering to Advance Indigenous Infrastructure Projects in Canada
AtkinsRéalis and Scout Engineering & Consulting Ltd., a 100% Indigenous-owned engineering firm, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to pursue engineering, infrastructure, and community development opportunities across Canada. The strategic agreement establishes a long-term framework to strengthen Indigenous infrastructure partnerships…
Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Transform North American Trade Corridor
The Gordie Howe International Bridge will officially open on July 27, marking a significant milestone for Canada-U.S. trade, transportation, and infrastructure. The opening follows an agreement between the Governments of Canada and Michigan, with support from the United States Government, bringing…
Canadian Building Permits Decline in May as Non-Residential Construction Slows
The total value of Canadian building permits declined 1.7% in May 2026, falling by $215 million to $12.4 billion, according to the latest data released by Statistics Canada. The decrease was driven by weaker non-residential construction, while growth in the residential…
China-Ghana Trade Conference Strengthens Investment and Infrastructure Partnerships
The China-Ghana Emerging Industries Trade and Investment Matchmaking Conference brought together government officials, investors, and business leaders in Accra, Ghana, to strengthen international collaboration and explore new opportunities in infrastructure, renewable energy, and emerging industries. Co-hosted by the Foreign Trade Development…
HCRA Suspends Ontario Home Builder Licence, Lays Illegal Building Charges
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) has suspended the Ontario home builder licence of Spring Garden Homes Inc. and laid eight illegal building charges against Goldentrust Development Inc. and its Principal, Director, and Officer, Peng Zhang, following investigations into unaccounted purchaser…
What Is BIM in Construction? A Practical Guide to Building Information Modeling
by Arnie Gess, President of Construction Links Network Note: This practical guide is part of our ongoing Construction Technology Insights series, where Construction Links Network explores the technologies transforming the built environment and helping construction professionals navigate the industry’s digital future. For…
You Can’t Get Prequalified the Day the Tender Closes
By Susan Jones, Co-Founder, WebMax Canada On July 7 the federal government announced $10.2 million through PrairiesCan for six Manitoba businesses. First money out the door under the AI for All strategy from June. I read the announcement twice, because the interesting part…
How Heavy Rainfall Can Impact Your Property
Summer downpours can overwhelm drainage systems and create conditions for flooding, water intrusion, and foundation damage. Water can quickly enter basements, crawl spaces, and commercial facilities if proper drainage measures are not in place. Inspecting sump pumps, maintaining gutters, and addressing…
Durabond Expands EIFS Cladding System with Elastolith Brick Slip Finish
Durabond Products Ltd., a Canadian-owned leader in Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS), has expanded its exterior cladding solutions by introducing Elastolith brick slips as a new finish option for its EIFS cladding system. The addition provides architects, builders, developers, and…
Applications Open for Habitat GTA’s Innovative Modular Homeownership Project in Toronto
Habitat for Humanity GTA, in partnership with the Government of Ontario and the City of Toronto, has celebrated a major construction milestone at 355 Coxwell Avenue while officially opening applications for its Toronto attainable homeownership program. The project’s topping-off ceremony marks…
Why Energy Audits Fail: Free Webinar Explores Best Practices for Better Building Performance
The Energy Management Association (EMA), in partnership with Kimley-Horn, is hosting a free AIA-approved webinar to help building professionals improve the effectiveness of building energy audits. Scheduled for August 4, 2026, the online session will examine the common pitfalls that reduce…