Substantially Cleaner Stormwater in Toronto
Toronto’s Cherry Street Stormwater Facility is now operational and treating the stormwater run-off from the West Don Lands. We are thrilled to have delivered this complex and state-of-the-art facility, which helps Waterfront Toronto’s broader commitment to protecting and enhancing the natural…
ACI Foundation announces election of trustees
The ACI Foundation is pleased to announce the election of a new trustee — Jeffrey Coleman, and the re-election of two existing trustees — Michael J. Paul, and William E. Rushing. The ACI Foundation is honored to have these outstanding individuals…
WorkSafeBC fines Site C contractor $528,000
BC Hydro says corrective actions have been taken after a Site C worker fell more than 40 feet during construction last fall. The incident took place in November when the worker fell through a hole in a formwork shoring deck while working on…
Company calls foul after tender paused for Ottawa police campus
The Ottawa Police Services Board (OPSB) voted unanimously Monday to cancel a tender for the construction of a planned police campus in south Ottawa, even as a local construction company questioned the fairness of the procurement process. Chief Peter Sloly requested…
Backyard building projects? This Yukon team makes it easy!
While COVID postponed Kilrich Building Centres’ 42nd annual spring sale by a year, the celebration returns this year in a big way! And the timing couldn’t be better, as Yukoners look to welcome spring by creating the indoor and outdoor spaces…
Hamilton company renovating Walker Press building in Paris
Forge and Foster, which purchased the Walker Press building at 3 Yeo St. in 2020, is looking to turn it into a multi-use commercial facility. “The Walker Press will be an idyllic and innovative setting for a new generation of Paris-based…
Small Space Renovation with Vinyl | RVs, Yachts and More
In recent years, the tiny home concept has been gaining popularity throughout the country. There are many reasons for that: a trend shift toward mobility, the housing crisis, and even the pandemic did its part. But the undeniable fact is that people…
Connect2Skills construction-training program to launch in June
In addition to providing job training to help area residents find new careers in manufacturing or tourism, the Four County Labour Market Planning Board’s Connect2Skills program will soon offer training to those hoping to work in construction. Thanks to additional funding…
Electrifying cement with nanocarbon black
Since its invention several millennia ago, concrete has become instrumental to the advancement of civilization, finding use in countless construction applications — from bridges to buildings. And yet, despite centuries of innovation, its function has remained primarily structural. A multiyear effort by…
Construction without permit ends in hefty fine for Hanover resident
A couple of residents from Hanover have been slapped with fines for constructing buildings without the necessary permits. On March 18th, Hanover’s Bylaw Enforcement Officer issued a Stop Work Order at Eagle Dale Pullet Farms, located northeast of Grunthal. Construction was…