Wednesday, October 2, 2024 
ACI Adds New Path for Submitting Projects to Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards
The American Concrete Institute– a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development, dissemination, and adoption of its consensus-based standards on concrete – has announced an additional path for project nomination for their 2022 Excellence in Concrete Construction Awards, making it…
IWSH Sponsors Poster Contest for 13th Annual World Plumbing Day
The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH) invites schoolchildren across the world to participate in its poster contest celebrating the 13th annual World Plumbing Day — March 11. The international poster contest is open to elementary/primary school students in grades one…
Politicians condemn violence at Coastal GasLink construction site in northern B.C.
Politicians are denouncing what police have called a violent confrontation in separate attacks against officers and employees at a construction site for a natural gas pipeline being built across northern British Columbia. Federal Public Safety Minister Marco Mendicino called the allegations…
North Bay exploring new approaches in sustainable home design
Most homeowners today would never think of purchasing a house without having an inspection done beforehand, to ensure that what they see is what they’re getting. But even in taking that precaution, said North Bay engineer Dave Smits, they’re only getting…
Construction industry groups oppose Biden’s executive order in letter to White House
Sixteen groups representing the U.S. construction industry sent a letter to the White House opposing a recent executive order signed by President Joe Biden requiring “project labor agreements” in federal construction projects over $35 million. The order signed by Biden earlier…
2022 RAIC International Prize Short List
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) announces the shortlist for the 2022 RAIC International Prize for socially transformative architecture. A nine-member jury chose the following finalists: a natural swimming pool in Edmonton, a soccer stadium in Montreal and warming huts in Winnipeg.…
Join us on February 24th: Masterclass – Create a Customer Portal in 5 Minutes
Join us on Thursday February 24th at 12pm EST for Masterclass Episode 32: Create a Customer Portal in 5 Minutes! Web and mobile self-service interactions have now overtaken all other channels. Companies have seen an 81% jump in the use of…
Caterpillar Launches Bigger, More Competitive Global Operator Challenge
Caterpillar Inc. invites machine operators around the globe to put their skills and precision to the test in the 2022-2023 Global Operator Challenge. The challenge allows men and women to prove their excellence in safely and efficiently operating Cat® machinery. “More than…
Concord Pacific installing flood prevention features for all new buildings
Skyrocketing insurance premiums over the last few years in Metro Vancouver have largely been driven by flood damage as a result of plumbing leaks and failures — particularly in newer buildings. To address the potential impact this could have on housing ownership…
Biden and ‘Buy Clean’ task force will tap infrastructure funds to cut emissions from steel, aluminum and concrete
The Biden administration is tapping funds secured in last year’s infrastructure bill to advance programs it argues can help reduce carbon emissions in the manufacture of widely-used materials such as steel, aluminum and concrete. The industrial sector is central to tackling…
BC’s trades training system is overwhelmed – and about to get worse
With the construction industry facing an unprecedented labour shortage and supply chain pressures, the provincial government has seen fit to make it even harder for people to enter the trades. Bill 4, recently introduced in the Legislature, renames the regulatory body…
New National Standard of Canada will help standardize natural asset inventories
Local governments wanting to account for, value and manage natural assets will soon have a recognized, national standard to support their efforts. This will ensure that natural asset inventories – the first step of the natural asset management process – are…
Cutting Edge Wooden Materials Drive Sustainable Construction
Today, sustainability is a global concern. As they become increasingly aware of the environmental impact of their operations, companies of all sizes are looking for ways to reduce their footprint. The materials and processes used in the construction industry can both…
AECOM and FMIS announce agreement to create an energy hub for engineering, environment, and water services in Northern Alberta
AECOM, the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, announced that it has formed a partnership with FMIS (Fort McKay Industrial Solutions) to create an energy hub for engineering, environment, and water solutions in Northern Alberta. The agreement, which is already in effect,…
Business partnership creates economic opportunities for Sask. First Nations
Ten First Nations bands from northwest Saskatchewan have partnered with a renewable energy design and construction company to create economic opportunities for their members. “The new company represents the future for our children,” said Meadow Lake Tribal Council (MLTC) Tribal Chief…
