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Defined by an eye-catching exterior consisting of 500 individual “rods” that will be illuminated as they sway with the prevailing wind, the aptly named Breeze of Innovation is a new tower envisioned for Silicon Valley. Assuming all goes ahead as planned,…

As Northern Ontario’s newest construction and transportation training institution, Northern Construction Academy (NCA) offers hands-on training programs in real-world construction environments and is registered as a private career college under the Private Career Colleges Act, 2005.  Through the relationships built with the team at…

Statistics Canada reports that total investment in building construction increased 4.2% to $16.8 billion in February, posting a record high for the second consecutive month because of continued strength in the residential sector. On a constant dollar basis (2012=100), investment in building construction…

Canada’s forest sector is transforming — and greening the construction industry. The use of mass timber as a building material lowers emissions, promotes innovation and supports value-added manufacturing. That is why Canada is investing in the use of mass timber in building applications to…

Both U.S. president Joe Biden and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau have said their respective countries need to “build back better,” as hope for a post-pandemic economic rebound appears on the horizon. But who is going to do all that better…

One of the newest additions to Winnipeg’s downtown skyline is claiming the title of the tallest building between Toronto and Calgary. Though the building is still under construction, it has already taken the top spot among the city’s tallest towers. Once…

Pomerleau, a leader in construction in Canada, is partnering with Factry, Canada’s first training centre that specializes in developing creative skills, to create the Pomerleau aXLab, an innovation lab dedicated to integrating innovative technology to the construction industry. This one-of-a-kind lab is the result…

While its questionable assumptions and unsupportable conclusion grab headlines, a new report from long-time pipeline opponent Dr. Tom Gunton and his small team of academics offers little value in terms of project knowledge. Titled “Evaluation of the Trans Mountain Expansion Project,” the latest report of…

Envista Forensics, a leading global forensic consulting company, welcomes Charles Ogodo, BSc (Hons) QS, PgD Project Mgmt., MBA, PMP, MCIOB, MAPM, MRICS, PQS to their Toronto office. Ogodo, who joins as Consultant within Envista’s Construction Claims & Dispute Resolution division, has…

The Carpenters’ District Council of Ontario has launched their campaign to stop construction industry tax fraud and end illegal worksites. Tax fraud cheats hardworking craftspeople out of their rightful pay and benefits and forces all Ontarians to make up for lost tax revenue.…

Are two machines better than one or is one machine better than two? Depending on your application, job site conditions, space constraints, need for speedy work and potential for utilization, the answer varies. Heavy Equipment Guide asked industry experts to weigh…

Looking to increase your home’s energy efficiency and comfort? One of the best things you can do is replace your old windows and doors. But don’t just rip out your old ones. Replace them in a way that is structurally safe. …

General contractors, or professional renovators, strive to achieve several goals at once: fulfil client’s interior and exterior desires, ensure the project fits the time and budget constraints, provide all necessary workforce (architects, plumbers, etc.) on the site. We do not know…

Procore Technologies, Inc., a leading provider of construction management software, today announced product enhancements to its Financial Management portfolio. These tools provide accurate data and real-time insights into the financial health of construction projects, while connecting entire project teams on a…

By 1945, Bill Willis certainly recognized the immense business potential heavy equipment distributors would have supplying to a booming post-war Canadian economy. Bill worked for one of the earliest and largest heavy equipment dealers in Ontario. With this insight and business…