Canadian Concrete Expo 2026 Sets Attendance and Exhibitor Records in Toronto
The Canadian Concrete Expo (CCE) 2026 delivered record-setting growth, reinforcing its position as Canada’s largest trade show dedicated to concrete construction. Held February 11–12, 2026 at The International Centre, the 8th annual event welcomed 7,983 industry professionals—a 20% increase over the…
ConTech Weekly: Powering Construction Innovation – No. 146
compiled by Arnie Gess, president of Construction Links Network. Welcome to your weekly dose of construction technology insights powered by Construction Links Network. Every week, we dive into the tools, trends, and tech that are reshaping how our industry builds smarter, faster, and more…
Retrofit investments are nation‑building
by Kevin Lockhart, Director, Buildings – Pembina Institute Why long‑term retrofit planning belongs in Build Canada Homes This past week saw the introduction of the Build Canada Homes Act. This legislation will establish Build Canada Homes (BCH) as a permanent Crown corporation, with a…
Residential Growth Drives Canada’s Construction Investment to $23.7B in December
Statistics Canada reports that total investment in building construction increased by $442.9 million (+1.9%) to $23.7 billion in December, marking a 12.2% year-over-year gain. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), investment rose 1.7% month over month to $21.8 billion, up 8.4%…
NIBS and MOD X Advance Performance-Based Housing Certification Model
The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) has announced the formation of a specialized work group to develop a Housing System Certification Program Standard, a move that could significantly reshape residential construction regulation across the United States.
Launched on…
Free AIA Webinar on BAS Recommissioning and Automated Building Commissioning
The Energy Management Association (EMA), in partnership with PingCx, is hosting a free AIA-approved webinar focused on autonomous BAS recommissioning and automated building commissioning strategies. Titled “Autonomous BAS Recommissioning: Real Results from a 1M Square Foot Office Building,” the session will…
Where Construction Found Its Collective Voice
by Kristina McMillan is a co-founder of Crew Collaborative CONEXPO-CON/AGG is full of breakthroughs, but one of them didn’t come from the show floor.
Crew Collaborative didn’t start as a nonprofit, a formal initiative, or a big idea scribbled…
Geo Week Moves to Salt Lake City in 2027 to Strengthen Geospatial Innovation
Geo Week, North America’s leading geospatial and mapping technology conference, will relocate to Salt Lake City, Utah, beginning in 2027. Previously held in Denver, Colorado, the move positions the event within one of the fastest-growing technology markets in the United States…
Return to Work Safely
Be ready for surprise inspections that can happen on any jobsite. This article breaks down how to prepare for an unannounced MLITSD visit — from organizing safety documents to demonstrating hazard controls and training. These straightforward steps help protect your crew,…
HVAC is Having it Moment – What that Means for Fleet Readiness
HVAC growth is accelerating across North America. Here’s how workforce pressure and fleet readiness are reshaping the trade. The HVAC industry in North America is in a period of undeniable momentum. Market size continues to climb, demand for technicians remains strong,…
Building Better: Trends Shaping Sustainable Construction
Sustainability in all its forms — environmental, social and economic — has become a central pillar in the design, construction and long-term viability of projects. At PCL, that shift is driven by innovation, deep collaboration and a commitment to long-term performance.…
KEITH Showcases Proven Material Handling Solutions at Plastics Recycling Conference 2026
KEITH Manufacturing Co. will exhibit at the Plastics Recycling Conference, February 23–25 in San Diego, California, at Booth 108. A long-standing partner to the recycling industry, KEITH will highlight its storage and recycling bins for recovered plastics, along with trailer systems…
When should subcontractors invest in construction management software?
Still running your jobs on spreadsheets, texts, and a whiteboard? Here’s how to tell when that “system” starts costing you real money. This guide breaks down the clearest red flags—missed change orders, job costing guesswork, field/office misfires—and the growth milestones that…
Stelumar Hosts BioBoosters Hackathon to Advance Sustainable Housing
Stelumar Advanced Manufacturing Inc. has completed North America’s first BioBoosters Hackathon, a two-day innovation event focused on accelerating housing supply and advancing sustainable forestry-based building materials. Held February 11–12 at the Ontario Investment and Trade Centre in Toronto, the event brought…
Chandos Completes Net-Zero King Thunderbird Centre in Edmonton
Chandos Construction has completed okimaw peyesew kamik (King Thunderbird Centre), a purpose-built, net-zero community facility developed in partnership with Boyle Street Community Services in Edmonton, Alberta. Located on a redeveloped 2.5-acre site in the McCauley neighbourhood, the 85,000-square-foot centre consolidates previously…