Vancouver Island Construction: Recognizing Excellence & Innovation
The Urban Development Institute – Capital Region (UDI-CR), Canadian Home Builders Association – Vancouver Island (CHBAVI), and the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) are excited to announce their new joint award event, the Vancouver Island Building Industry Awards Gala. The Vancouver…
The Construction Industry Outlook for 2024
With another year closed, 2024 is stretched out before us like a blank canvas. For construction businesses, there is plenty of potential for growth and success, though they’ll likely be plagued with some of the same issues they’ve dealt with for…
Community disappointed by delays in building Grassy Narrows treatment centre
Grassy Narrows Chief Randy Turtle is expressing frustration over delays in building a mercury poisoning treatment centre promised by the federal government. Despite Justin Trudeau’s 2017 commitment and subsequent funding allocations, the centre’s construction has stalled due to budget overruns exacerbated…
RCMP Recommends Criminal Charge in Kelowna Crane Collapse Case
The RCMP in Kelowna, B.C., have recommended a criminal charge in relation to the fatal crane collapse that occurred in 2021. This recommendation follows an extensive investigation into the incident, which tragically resulted in multiple fatalities. The charge, if approved, would…
PCL and EllisDon to Build Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus
PCL Constructors Canada Inc. and EllisDon have been selected to build the new Ottawa Hospital Civic Campus, a major healthcare project. The new campus, spanning over 50 acres, is set to be one of Canada’s largest and most modern healthcare facilities.…
5 Safety Tips for the Rail Industry
The rail industry in Canada is vital to the economy and well-being of the people. It facilitates the movement of raw materials and goods across the country and offers commuters, visitors, and tourists comfortable transit over long and short distances. Worker…
Securing Pipes Against Freezing Temperatures
Burst pipes can cause major damage to commercial properties, including apartment buildings and hotels, in addition to putting tenants and their belongings in danger. Proper planning, precautionary steps, and knowing the signs of frozen pipes can make all the difference in…
New Research Released on Smart Home Technology & Market Trends
AI-driven features in home energy management and security systems excite more than half of the current smart home users, concludes new research exploring the perceptions, preferences, and reservations of residential renters and owners regarding the adoption and usage of smart home technologies. However, the…