Infrastructure and construction projects drive engineering grad
Growing up, Liam Sprangers spent long hours with friends constructing tree houses out of scrap lumber, building makeshift bike ramps and designing bridges to span nearby creeks. Sprangers, who graduates this month with a Bachelor of Engineering, says he was drawn…
Kingston council approves zoning amendment for controversial building
Despite opposition from neighbouring residents, city council approved a set of official plan and zoning amendments for a Princess Street development Tuesday night. Councillors voted 7-5 in favour of granting the amendments to permit developer Jay Patry to proceed with plans…
The secret to stronger buildings? Sneaker foam
The giant foam outsoles of modern running shoes aren’t just for show. These advanced materials can capture and rebound so much energy that they can make people run quantifiably faster—enough for anyone to shave minutes off their marathon time with the right…
Woodfibre LNG announces Christine Kennedy as new president
Woodfibre LNG, a subsidiary of Pacific Energy Corporation (Canada) Limited, announced Christine Kennedy as the new company President, effective November 8th, 2021. Christine brings more than 25 years’ experience in senior management roles in the natural resource sector, government, and international market development. She…
Stinson Owl-Lite acquires revolutionary digital printing technology
Stinson Owl-Lite announced the addition of a new TrafficJet™ Pro, by Avery Dennison, the first to be used in all of Ontario. Stinson Owl-Lite has a long history throughout Ontario for incorporating the newest and most advanced printing and sign-making technologies to produce signs of unparalleled quality…
Lowe’s Canada hosts successful first Vendor Forum
Lowe’s Canada, one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing over 450 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, held on November 4 its very first Vendor Forum for the Lowe’s, RONA, and Réno-Dépôt banners. Over 600 participants from…
Command Alkon announces CEO succession
Command Alkon, the global leader in comprehensive supply chain technology solutions for heavy building materials suppliers, haulers, and buyers, today announced the appointment of Martin Willoughby, Executive Vice President of Business Development and Chief Product Officer, as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. He succeeds Phil Ramsey,…