Multi-Unit Construction Boosts Canada’s Building Permits in Late 2025
The total value of building permits issued in Canada increased by $821.3 million (+6.8%) in December, reaching $12.8 billion, according to the latest national construction data. Growth was driven primarily by the residential sector, which rose $533.5 million to $8.0 billion,…
Climate-Proofing Infrastructure Could Save Canada Billions, Report Finds
Climate change is accelerating damage to Canada’s aging roads, bridges, storm sewers, and water treatment systems—driving up long-term repair costs and increasing risks to communities and businesses. A new report from the Canadian Climate Institute, titled Prepare or Repair: How Climate-Proofing…
Canada Opens Board Appointments to Advance Housing and Infrastructure
As Canada faces the urgent need to accelerate housing delivery and modernize critical infrastructure, the federal government is calling on experienced leaders to help shape the country’s future. Applications are now open for current and upcoming Board of Directors positions across…
Canada’s Housing Market Outlook Signals Slower Construction and Softer Demand
Canada’s housing sector is expected to face sustained headwinds through 2028, with new home construction projected to decline amid weaker demand, higher construction costs, and rising unsold inventory—particularly in the condominium segment. This outlook comes from the latest Housing Market Outlook…
Geo Week 2026 Showcases AI Solutions for Infrastructure Modernization
As the United States confronts aging infrastructure and an estimated $1 trillion modernization challenge, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are becoming essential tools for infrastructure management. At Geo Week, taking place February 16–18, 2026, at the Colorado Convention Center, industry…
Chef Alex Chen Joins Future of Work 2026 Construction Industry Mixer
The Future of Work 2026 Industry Mixer is set to raise the bar for construction industry events with the addition of renowned Canadian chef Alex Chen. Announced February 5, 2026, the collaboration with White Table Catering will enhance one of the…
Restoring more than property: How First Onsite is restoring lives, communities, and hope
Over the past year, First Onsite’s impact has extended beyond disaster recovery and into the communities it serves. From rallying support for a teammate battling leukemia to launching the Sheltering Hope matching-donation campaign for rescued animals, the company has continued to…
Don’t Let Winter Delay Your Construction Project
We’re all familiar with the joke that Canada only has two seasons: winter and construction. Pre-engineered metal building construction can continue all year long to save you time and money. Your building plans can’t take a break when winter arrives, or…
How to keep your construction business competitive in 2026
Whenever I look at the construction and rental equipment industry across Canada, I’m struck by the resilience and determination of our sector. Even with a cooling market and new challenges, our industry keeps moving. Many of us went into 2025 planning…
B6 Office Tower Achieves WELL Core Platinum Certification
The B6 Office Tower in downtown Vancouver has achieved WELL Core Platinum Certification, marking a major milestone in workplace wellness and sustainable building design. The certification was awarded by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) and recognizes the project’s exceptional performance in supporting occupant health and…
The Employee Ownership Effect at PCL Construction
Employee ownership at PCL isn’t just an added benefit for employees — it fuels a culture of accountability and drives exceptional results for clients. It wasn’t PCL Construction’s employee-ownership program that piqued Thai Nguyen’s original interest in the company — it was his…
From the field: Lessons learned in construction project management
Construction projects can get loud, messy, and overwhelming, but they always get finished. In this field-tested Q&A, veteran PM and Construction Yeti founder Matt Graves shares the real lessons that separate calm, profitable jobs from chaos: standardizing processes, tightening field-to-office communication,…
How to Prepare Your Home for a Basement Renovation
Quick Answer Preparing your home for a basement renovation involves more than clearing out storage boxes. You’ll need to assess structural integrity, plan for moisture control, and coordinate utility shut-offs. Expect dust, noise, and temporary disruptions to your daily routine. Ensure…
How Curtain Wall Installation by UnitiWall Corporation Accelerates Construction Timelines
Quick Answer Curtain systems dramatically shorten construction schedules by moving the majority of work off-site into controlled factories. Prefabricated panels arrive fully assembled and tested, allowing curtain wall installation specialists to complete the building envelope weeks faster than traditional methods. Rapid…
Building Transformations Reimagines U.S. Industry Summit with Hands-On Innovation Showcase in Phoenix
Building Transformations is hosting its reimagined U.S. Industry Summit, The Future of Design and Construction: An Immersive Innovation Showcase, taking place April 21–22 at the Diverge Innovation Center in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dubbed the “anti-conference” by industry professionals, the summit…