Developer, builders fined for falling construction debris near Burnaby’s Gilmore SkyTrain station
A developer and two concrete forming contractors building condo towers in Burnaby’s Brentwood town centre have been fined more than $200,000 after “high-risk” incidents involving objects plummeting from their under-construction highrises, according to WorkSafeBC. WorkSafe fined Onni Contracting Ltd. $90,154, Cap…
Government staffing shortages adding to construction delays
Demand for housing on Prince Edward Island continues to grow, but some in the construction industry say they’re facing major delays in getting projects approved. Some municipalities and the province are dealing with staffing shortages for permits and approvals, leading to…
Indigenous artist’s design chosen for Afghan war monument
Veterans of the war in Afghanistan were influential in choosing the final design for a monument that will memorialize Canada’s contributions in the conflict. After narrowing it to five choices, the federal government asked a jury to select the winner and…
Two Waterloo Developments Constructed in Record Time by Prica Global Enterprises
Waterloo-based developer and property manager Prica Global Enterprises (PGE) is readying the completion of two unique rental developments in Waterloo. Both developments were constructed in well below the average time for buildings of their size due to a unique phased approach…
Metropia’s Union City one of the most successful real estate projects in Canadian history
The resounding success and unparalleled demand for Union City, the latest master-planned community by Metropia continues, with Tower 3 selling over 325 units in the first five days of sales. Located in Markham’s rapidly growing Unionville neighbourhood, Union City will bring…
Castle Group Tops Off Harbour Ten10 Condo in Whitby
Durham Region politicians and staff were among 80+ guests who celebrated the recent topping-off at Castle Group Developments’ new 5-storey midrise condo, Harbour Ten10, at 1010 Dundas St. E. in Whitby, ON. An official ribbon-cutting marked this construction progress milestone. According…
2nd Annual Modular Construction and Prefabrication in Dubai
Revolutionizing Construction with Modular Solutions The 2nd Annual Modular Construction & Prefabrication by Trueventus is coming back this year, the annual event will be held on 13th -14th September 2023 at The Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, Dubai UAE. Dubai, a city…
Feedback Fuels Efficiency
If there weren’t a scoreboard in hockey, there would be nothing for the team to work towards. This goes for any company, large or small. Feedback is essential at every level to ensure your team’s efficiency and success. After all, how…
Successful Open Day Held for New Kee Safety Fall Protection Training Centre
Showcasing state-of-the-art facilities and a wide range of fall protection systems and equipment, Kee Safety sponsored Open Day for the new Kee Safety Fall Protection Training Centre in Calgary, Alberta, on June 7th and June 8th. Current and prospective Kee Safety…
10 Invaluable Tips, Tricks, and Hacks for Managing Multi-Million Dollar Construction Projects
Managing a multi-million dollar construction project is no small feat. The stakes are high, and the pressure to deliver within budget and on time is immense. However, with the right strategies, tools, and mindset, you can navigate the complexities of these…
Driving efficient workflows with connected data
Workflow management is often a source of frustration for AEC firms. Projects have so many moving parts and generate so much data that it can be difficult to get the right information to the right people at the right time. The…
IAPMO and ESPRI Seek Public Initial Input on Manual of Water Quality for Plumbing Industry Professionals and Building Managers
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) and the Environmental Science, Policy, and Research Institute (ESPRI) are seeking the public’s initial input for development of the Manual of Water Quality for Plumbing Industry Professionals and Building Managers. This publication provides…
Andrew Iacobucci appointed Chief Executive Officer of RONA
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, recently announced the appointment of Andrew Iacobucci to the role of Chief Executive Officer. With close to 30 years of experience, of…
IAPMO’s Water Demand Calculator™ Version 2.2 Available for Download
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) is excited to announce that the Water Demand Calculator™ version 2.2 is now available for download. While the basic template of version 2.1 of the calculator remains intact, version 2.2 includes several…
Want to Avoid a Bidding War? Try These Toronto Neighbourhoods
Home prices are getting bid up in the vast majority of the Greater Toronto Area’s neighbourhoods now — but digital real estate platform Wahi highlights a handful of affordably priced communities where properties still sell below asking. Competition among homebuyers is…