What’s Inside a Safety Program That Walks Calmly Through Audit Week
Audit week tends to fall into one of two categories: a long weekend with the binder, or a calendar reminder and an early lunch. This piece walks through six year-round habits that help Canadian safety programs land in the second category.…
Signs you’re managing prevailing wage the hard way
The Thursday-night scramble. The spreadsheet nobody else can read. The classification you second-guessed at 9pm. If managing prevailing wage feels harder than it should, the problem usually isn’t you; it’s a payroll process that was never built for it. Here are…
Don’t Hold Your Breath: Managing IAQ in the Hospitality Industry
Indoor air quality matters on every jobsite, including hospitality projects. This article explains key factors that influence air quality — like ventilation, dust control, and moisture — and why they affect worker comfort and health during construction and renovation. Learn practical…
City of Courtenay Seeks Public Input on Anderton Riverbank Restoration Project
The City of Courtenay is inviting residents to help shape the future of the Anderton Riverbank Restoration project, a key climate resilience initiative that will restore a section of the Courtenay River shoreline while improving protection against erosion. The project will…
University of Guelph Advances 78 College Ave. Student Residence with $10 Million Investment
The University of Guelph’s Board of Governors has approved $10 million to support the initial phase of construction for the 78 College Ave. Student Residence project, a major investment that will expand on-campus housing and enhance the student experience. Scheduled to…
Precision in Every Bolt: How Double Black Construction Ensures Accurate PEMB Erection
For pre-engineered metal building (PEMB) projects, the quality of the engineering system itself is only part of the equation. The success of the project ultimately depends on how accurately those structural components are erected in the field. At Double Black Construction,…
The $340K Fab Job That Made $12,000: A Profit Autopsy
A metal fabrication shop bid the job at 18%. It closed at 3.5%. Here’s every step where the profit left — and what stops it from happening on your next job. The invoice went out on a Friday. $340,000 job. Six…
PCL and MLSE’s Journey of Growth in Toronto
Canada’s most trusted names in construction and sports continue to elevate fan experiences, with a relationship built on mutual trust and love of the game. In an empty BMO Field, the only sounds are from the occasional wisps of cool wind off…
Beyond the Tip: Why Overhead Hazards Are Changing Jobsite Logistics
Traditional tipping trailers introduce major safety risks on busy construction sites, from overhead power lines to unstable, uneven ground. Progressive Canadian contractors are moving away from the tip. Utilizing horizontal unloading systems eliminates these rollover hazards entirely, allowing crews to discharge…
RAIC to Support National Design Competition for Renewal of 24 Sussex Drive
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) has welcomed the Government of Canada’s decision to launch a national design competition for the rehabilitation and renewal of 24 Sussex Drive, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Canada. As Canada’s national…
CRM and ERP Cover Different Stages of Construction Project Delivery
CRM platforms support business development decisions. ERP platforms run job costing, procurement, and financial reporting across project delivery. The overlap between them creates duplicate client records, manual handoffs, and reporting gaps when systems work separately. Explore the insights covering how construction…
The Canadian Emerging – Infill – C&D Wood Waste Recycling Industry
By James A. Donaldson, Chief Technology Officer. Canadian Wood Waste Recycling Business Group. (CWWR) 🌲 Urban Renewal Through Recycling — The Infill Municipal Canadian Wood Recycling Industry What We Know: The Current Wood Recycling Infill Industry Landscape In Canada, construction, renovation,…
Memorial Drive Extension Project in Calgary Awarded to Graham
Graham has been selected as the General Contractor for the Memorial Drive Extension project in Calgary, Alberta, a major infrastructure initiative designed to improve transportation connectivity and support growth in the city’s southeast communities. The project will extend Memorial Drive eastward,…
Graham Ranked Among Canada’s Top Construction Contractors in 2026
Graham has once again secured a leading position on On-Site’s Top Contractors 2026 list, reinforcing its status as one of Canada’s premier construction companies. Ranked annually based on revenue, the prestigious report highlights the nation’s largest contractors and emerging industry trends.…
The Rarest Thing a Marketing Company Can Say Is “Not Yet”
By Susan Jones, Co-Founder, WebMax Canada Think back to the last sales call you sat through for any kind of marketing help. Did anyone on that call ever once say “you might not need this right now”? For most owners, the honest answer…