Friday, September 20, 2024 
Ottawa Homebuilders Express Concerns Over $12,000 Development Charge Increase
Homebuilders in Ottawa are raising concerns about a proposed increase in development charges by $12,000, which they argue could significantly raise the cost of new homes in the area. The increase is intended to cover the costs of infrastructure and services…
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation 2023 Annual Report Highlights
In its recently released 2023 Annual Report, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) outlines a year of resilience and response to the dynamic demands of Canada’s housing sector. Despite facing significant challenges, CMHC has proven to be a steadfast resource…
Pierrefonds-Roxboro Public Square Design Competition Announced
A design competition for a public square adjacent to Pierrefonds- Roxboro’s aquatic and recreational complex will soon be launched nationwide. On May 6, the Borough Council approved a proposal to award a detailed design contract for the development of this public square following a design…
Transaction to Establish Kohler Energy as Independent Business
Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity recently announced the companies have closed the transaction to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business. Platinum Equity is now the majority owner of the Energy business and Kohler Co. remains an investment partner. Financial…
Brigade Electronics receives King’s Award for Enterprise
Brigade Electronics has been honoured with a King’s Award for Enterprise for international trade. Brigade is one of 252 organisations nationally to be recognised with a prestigious King’s Award for Enterprise. Announced yesterday, Monday 6th May, Brigade has been chosen for its excellence…
Frontline Machinery Expands Portfolio with Acquisition of Lonetrack Equipment
Frontline Machinery, a leading provider of material processing solutions, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Lonetrack Equipment, the market leader of specialized machinery for the aggregate, mining, and road construction industries in British Columbia and the Yukon. Lonetrack Equipment has built…
PCL Receives United Way’s Step Up for The Community Award
PCL Constructors Canada Inc. (Toronto) was recognized for its employee fundraising efforts and community support at United Way Halton & Hamilton’s annual Evening of Celebration. At the event held on April 11, 2024, at the Burlington Convention Centre, PCL Toronto was…
Four PCL Projects Named Best Built in Ontario
Recognized for innovation, aesthetic merit and excellence in safety, four projects built by PCL Constructors Canada Inc. (Toronto) have been named the best projects built in Ontario for 2024. The Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA) presented PCL with 2024 Builders Awards…
Beedie Luminaries Creates New Trades Scholarship Program
Ryan Beedie, President of Beedie, is thrilled to announce that his scholarship foundation, Beedie Luminaries is launching a new trades-focused scholarship program (BUILD) for students journeying towards a career in the skilled trades. Over the first five years of the program, the BUILD scholarship fund will…
Prioritizing Environmental Safety in Industrial Spaces: Hazardous Materials Management Solutions
As industries continue to expand, the significance of environmental safety in industrial spaces grows exponentially. Managers, supervisors, and coordinators bear the responsibility of ensuring workplace safety and compliance with regulations. At T. Harris Environmental Management Inc., we excel in hazardous materials…
Breaking Barriers: Kimberly Corlett’s Journey in Shaping an Inclusive Construction Industry
In a country like Canada, known for its emphasis on diversity and innovation, the active involvement of women and marginalized groups not only enhances the industry but also shapes its significance. To explore this theme further, the editor of Le monde de l’électricité Elle Bremmer interviewed…
Pix4D upgrades PIX4Dcatch with premium augmented reality features for professional results
Pix4D, a Swiss company and leading provider of drone and terrestrial mapping and photogrammetry solutions, announces the launch of PIX4Dcatch 2.0. This new and improved version of Pix4D’s terrestrial scanning iOS mobile app adds professional-grade augmented reality (AR) and compatibility with…
Prioritizing Safety And Ergonomics: Enhancing Well-Being In The Field
In commercial trades, prioritizing safety isn’t merely about meeting regulations—it’s a moral responsibility. Ensuring the well-being of employees isn’t just crucial for their own sake; it’s essential for upholding the integrity of the organization and safeguarding the communities they serve. This…
Four Ways a Subcontractor Maximizes Project Coordination and Adoption with OpenSpace
In today’s fast-paced construction industry, effective project coordination and adoption of innovative technologies are paramount for success. One technology revolutionizing the construction process is reality capture. We recently sat down with OpenSpace customer Dikkie Anderson, Senior Project Manager with Nevell Group, a…
Streamlined Coordination Keeps New Zealand’s Rail Project on Track
KiwiRail is in the midst of an exciting transformation on the back of Government investment of more than $4 billion since 2017. This funding is enabling KiwiRail to deliver more than just physical assets, as the capital projects create an opportunity…
