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The airport announced Wednesday it’s putting an end to its CORE Program, part of a multi-year capital program, just a day after letting the construction company know of its intentions. It’s the latest in a number of steps the airport authority…

A new “COVID-proof” city is being planned in China, designed for people to live in during future lockdowns. Spanish architects Guallart won a competition to build the community in Xiong’an, and the hope is it will be a model for “a…

Mayor John Tory says he’s confident that the building and construction industry will address and combat anti-Black racism following a number of racist incidents at construction sites across the city this summer. Tory met with leaders from major construction unions on…

A section of concrete on a parking deck under construction in Atlanta partially collapsed on Friday, injuring six workers. Atlanta Fire Rescue Deputy Chief Glen Riley said firefighters cut out one worker trapped under debris with saws. Video from news outlets…

CBC News reports that a former manager for construction giant Peter Kiewit Sons has been arrested in the U.S. and is facing extradition to Canada to face trial for criminal negligence causing the death of a worker. Gerald Karjala is one…

As part of its efforts to continuously improve the customer experience of home improvement and construction professionals at its Lowe’s, RONA, and Reno-Depot corporate stores, Lowe’s Canada, one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, is launching its VIPpro program today. This…

Elkem has decided to invest in a new biocarbon pilot plant in Canada. The project aims to secure industrial verification of Elkem’s technology for renewable biocarbon, with a long-term goal of contributing to climate-neutral metal production. The technology also has potential for…

A plain wall covering construction inside Edmonton’s Southgate Centre shopping mall has come alive. It’s been transformed into an art gallery that celebrates a special group of people at an important time. “Typically, what we would normally do is apply a…

Located on the northeast corner of University Avenue and Dundas Street West, the UNITED BUILDING will evolve to a 52-storey high rise which will highlight the restored heritage structure of the storied Maclean Publishing Company/Maclean-Hunter Building at 481 University Avenue, with…

Canada’s trusted source for architectural and specialty lighting solutions, Magic Lite, proudly announces the launch of CCT adjustable T-LED Fixtures. T-LED Edge Light CCT is a modern, cost-effective solution for general and accent lighting in offices, hallways and commercial applications. Easy…

The RAIC 2020 Industry Knowledge Hub (a.k.a The Hub) is a month-long educational opportunity forindustry companies to connect with RAIC members. This opportunity will be held from November 2 – 30,2020, and is free for members to attend. The Hub’s engaging…

Allowances for larger and taller mass timber buildings have been approved as part of the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 5000 Building Construction and Safety Code® and, where applicable, NFPA 101 Life Safety Code®. “The addition of tall mass timber provisions…

After 10 years of research in the laboratory of the Western Regional Superpave Center and in the field, the University’s Pavement Engineering and Science (PES) program has gained approval from the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) for a standalone…

Building on its commitments to Indigenous communities in B.C.,LNG Canada is pleased to announce its support for the Building Brighter Futures: Bursaries, Scholarships, and Awards program provided by Indspire, an Indigenous national charity that invests in the education of First Nations, Inuit and…

Two skyscrapers at the heart of Edmonton’s Downtown Ice District are being recognized on the world stage, winning an international design award as the best retail and mixed-use development. The 66-storey Stantec Tower — Canada’s tallest building outside of Toronto —…