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Small mistakes and miscalculations made in the design stage of a construction project can develop into large and costly problems for the project. But with VR technology connected to building information modeling (BIM), you can find and fix any design errors…

The Burnaby school board is suing its lead consultant and structural engineer for extra costs and construction delays in the $108-million Burnaby North Secondary School replacement project. In a notice of civil claim filed in B.C. Supreme Court last week, the…

Sheet lead is a common, quick and cost-effective method to efficiently shield radiation in dental offices, vet clinics, health clinics, hospitals and other areas. It can also be used for roof flashing and can be laminated to drywall or plywood depending on…

For those of you who are familiar with project management, you know all too well that the role of a PM can consist of several different responsibilities which can vary greatly depending on the industry they are working in. In terms…

Graham and its joint venture partner Aecon have been awarded the $273M construction contract for the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Plant Renewal Project by the Buffalo Pound Water Treatment Corporation. This award follows the joint venture’s successful completion of Phase I…

Each year, the world loses about 10 million hectares of forest — an area about the size of Iceland — because of deforestation. At that rate, some scientists predict the world’s forests could disappear in 100 to 200 years. In an…

While there are many obvious areas where fall protection is needed— rooftops, mezzanines—there are places where people work at height that don’t always get enough attention. A good example is the “office within an office,” a modular building inside a manufacturing…

For over a century, the City of Vancouver has continued to evolve, growing from a sleepy industrial town into an international cosmopolitan destination. During this time, the population has relentlessly grown, placing immense pressure on infrastructure and affordability. The last few…

On this podcast, I’m thrilled to welcome a good friend of mine: Arnie Gess, President of Construction Links. We touch on Construction Links, what it is and why it’s beneficial for smaller businesses; as well as networking, social media best practices…

Contractors know they need to be on top of technology trends to stay competitive in the industry. Leveraging the latest tech is a necessity for increasing efficiency, streamlining workflows, driving growth, and mitigating risks. Yes, you should digitize, but in today’s tech landscape, it’s important…

A Toronto-based wildlife charity says the estimated 25 million bird deaths that occur each year in Ontario due to bird-building collisions will only grow with promises by all parties in the upcoming election to create more housing in order to alleviate the province’s deepening…

Learn about the innovative approaches being used to build better homes and the energy savings for home owners. LEEP Video Project – Series Three These videos share case studies that inspire builders to use an Integrated Design Process (IDP). IDP involves…

Perhaps the oldest bridge in Europe that is still in use today can be found in Greece; named the Arkadiko Bridge, it dates back to Mycenaean times. The Arkadiko Bridge, also named the Kazarma Bridge, is a Mycenaean construction which can be found…

Ask what the top dangers of construction work are, and you’ll get the same answers almost every time: falls, electrocution, caught-ins and struck-bys. Yet more construction workers die from suicide each year than every other workplace-related fatality combined.* In fact, the…

Liza Medek, FRAIC, is an experienced professional with a diverse history working as an architect, planner, project manager, academic administrator, educator and industrial technology advisor. She succeeds Claudio Brun del Re, FRAIC, as Registrar for the RAIC College. Liza is committed…