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A growing number of consumer companies have developed “carbon labels” that disclose their products’ carbon footprints. Such labels should allow buyers to make more informed choices and compare different products’ impacts on climate change. But what if a government – a…

The standalone monthly SAAR of total housing starts for all areas in Canada was at the highest since November 2021 (305,889 units) last month, with 299,589 units, up 11% from August. The SAAR of total urban starts increased 12% to 276,142 units in September. Multi-unit…

After a boom recorded in 2021, housing starts in the country’s six largest census metropolitan areas (CMAs) fell 5% in the first half of 2022. The decrease in apartment construction (-9%) is the main cause of this drop. This according to…

A signature gateway into Vanier is set to emerge with the start of construction on the latest development by Main + Main, in partnership with Equiton. The commanding three-tower project is a mixed-use, purpose-built rental development that adds vibrant and much-needed housing to Ottawa’s core.…

Statistics Canada reports that investment in building construction increased 0.4% to $21.1 billion in August, with most of the gains coming from British Columbia. The residential sector rose 0.5% to $15.7 billion, while the non-residential sector declined 0.2% to $5.3 billion.…

Lowe’s Canada, one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing over 450 corporate and affiliated stores under various banners, celebrates the recognition received by two of its Ontario stores at the 2022 Outstanding Retailer Awards (ORAs) gala. Organized by Hardlines, a…

Are you stuck in the can’t-get-ahead cycle? Trying to grow your business but finding that cash flow problems lead to paying higher prices for materials, which leads to the inability to bid bigger, more profitable jobs (that would help with the…

“Star Wars” fans can debate whether Luke Skywalker crossed over to the Dark Side. However, building owners and facility managers agree that safe roof access and fall protection for their workers require a more practical and tangible crossover. Roof crossover platforms made…

Every construction project is unique and comes with its own set of challenges and requirements. The long-term duration of jobs coupled with the challenge of establishing a firm estimate can make billing complicated. Because of this, choosing the proper billing styles…

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is sounding the alarm about the urgent need for workers in construction through an industry call to action to Rebuild Canada’s workforce NOW. “Canada is facing its most severe labour shortage in over 50 years – nearly…

Organizers of Geo Week, the premier event that champions the coming together of geospatial technologies and the built world, have announced the Conference Program for the 2023 event, which will take place February 13-15, 2023, in Denver, CO. The programming will…

Architectural Film Installation Essentials Let’s take a closer look at the main tools necessary to install an architectural vinyl film on different surfaces. These are some tools we recommend using regularly. Among those are the following: Squeegee The most important tool…

There is a tremendous need to focus on safety in construction and one of the biggest challenges is getting workers interested in covering new topics beyond what they’re used to. Regardless, if you want your employees and job sites safe, you…

In partnership with Procore Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: PCOR), a leading global provider of construction management software, Dodge Construction Network have released the results of its 2022 Top Business Issues for Specialty Contractors Report. This report highlights key issues impacting specialty contractors,…

WHAT IS A ROOFTOP GUARDRAIL OR BARRIER SYSTEM? First, let’s start with what is a rooftop guardrail/barrier. Unlike a warning line or bump line system, a guardrail system is intended to prevent roof workers from an injury or fatal fall. A…