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Statistics released today by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA) show national home sales and new listings were up noticeably in May 2020 compared to April, though still historically low at this point. Summary: National home sales rose 56.9% on a…

The World Plumbing Council (WPC), in association with The International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH), is excited to support an ambitious new initiative from WASSUP Diepsloot — the Water Amenities and Sanitation Services Upgrading Program — which will target repairs…

eQ Homes and Regional Group have joined forces in a Superhero Golf Day campaign to celebrate and thank essential workers for their service during the COVID-19 pandemic. The two companies have joined together to create a way for people to thank their…

Today, the BC LNG Alliance became the Canadian LNG Alliance (Canadian LNGA) to reflect the critical role liquefied natural gas (LNG) has to play in Canada’s COVID-19 economic recovery, economic reconciliation with Indigenous communities and  Canada’s clean energy transition. The Canadian LNGA is committed to…

Last week the International Code Council has issued guidance for building managers to safely re-occupy their buildings. The federal government also announced that they will set minimum standards for the carbon footprint of all concrete used in federal construction projects beginning…

Brampton City Council approved plans for Brampton Transit’s fully electric transit maintenance and storage facility, a milestone in the City of Brampton’s commitment to being a Green City. Brampton Transit’s third facility will be one of the largest new bus facilities…

East York’s Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) is strongly denouncing a possible hate crime that occurred at a construction site on its property earlier this week. “On Wednesday, two construction workers reported finding a despicable symbol of racism at the site of…

The Calgary Sun reports that when the Alberta government declared stay-at-home orders, the construction industry was deemed to be an essential service, which kept an industry employed and got home buyers closer to moving into their new homes. Like all construction…

Skills Ontario is thrilled to provide Ontario youth with the opportunity to participate in the virtual Summer Camp program, offering digital tours and activities for campers to explore the skilled trades and tech while at home. With activities in coding, bike…

Minto Communities, one of Ontario’s leading real estate development companies, received top recognition at the 2020 Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) National Awards for Housing Excellence today, winning Mid to High-rise Condo or Apartment Project (planned) for downtown Toronto development The Saint,…

The federal government is planning to set minimum standards for the carbon footprint of all concrete used in federal construction projects, in an effort to push the industry to curb greenhouse gas emissions. Starting in 2021, Ottawa wants all cement used…

Trade Hounds, the largest professional community built exclusively for the construction industry, today announced the closing of its $3.2 million seed funding round. The round was led by prominent seed-stage venture capital firms Corigin Ventures and Brick and Mortar Ventures, both of which have…

The American Wood Council (AWC) has released seven updated cradle-to-gate, industry-wide environmental product declarations (EPDs) for wood products. These third-party verified updates replace the 2013 editions previously available for use in determining the environmental footprint of the industry’s principal products, as well…

The Calgary Stampede and development partner Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) are thrilled to unveil the design for the expansion of the BMO Convention Centre – Calgary’s premier meetings and convention venue since 1982. This visually stunning expansion, valued at $500…

Dave Hunchak has been keeping busy entertaining squirrels while self-isolating during the COVID-19 pandemic. Hunchuk began spending more time in his backyard feeding the neighbouring squirrels when thought of building a miniature saloon. “I have always loved interacting with the squirrels,…