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Adera Development announces the Fitwel® Certification of PURA, Surrey’s first sustainable mass timber housing project. With this achievement, PURA is one of only eight multi-family residential buildings in British Columbia with a coveted 1-star Fitwel Certification. Located in the vibrant Surrey Central West Village, PURA…

Command Alkon, the leading software and solutions provider for the heavy building materials industry, and Slabstack, the leading customer relationship management (CRM) and price optimization platform for the industry, recently announced Slabstack’s participation in Command Alkon’s Connected Partner program.   This partnership empowers…

To achieve net-zero emissions and meet growing electricity demand, Canada needs to increase its clean power capacity, including rooftop solar. However, current regulations in many jurisdictions restrict how much power rooftop solar systems can generate and prevent homeowners from selling excess…

Steel Toe Communications, a leading digital marketing firm serving the commercial contracting industry, is excited to announce the launch of its new career exploration and workforce development social media campaign, @Chat_CTE. Inspired by Salary Transparent Street, Body by Marc, and other…

The RONA Foundation, which oversees the philanthropic activities of RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating and servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores, is launching its 2024 Home Sweet Home campaign, raising funds to revitalize living environments or…

Building industry consultant Chad Prinkey offers valuable advice on how construction contractors and their companies can thrive in his new book Well Built: How the Top 2% of Construction Contractors Create Superior Value, Profits, and Excellence. “Those with the dreams and willingness to invest…

Are you an innovator with a groundbreaking product or service that could revolutionize the construction industry? CCA’s CONtact innovator mentorship program is designed to connect forward-thinking entrepreneurs with seasoned industry leaders, providing invaluable guidance to refine their innovative solutions for the Canadian construction…

At First Onsite, we are proud of our partnership with pro golfer and First Onsite Brand Ambassador, Mike Weir, the captain of International Team for the Presidents Cup 2024, held this September in Montreal. Mike Weir embodies excellence, resilience, and the…

The exterior wall of a triplex in St-Henri, Montreal, collapsed onto an adjacent construction site on Monday afternoon, leaving the building’s interior exposed as if it were a dollhouse. The Montreal fire department responded to the scene on Cazelais St. shortly…

Labour Minister Jean Boulet announced plans to introduce a bill aimed at improving construction quality, public safety, and contractor qualifications in Quebec. Speaking in Montreal, Boulet emphasized the importance of building better and safer infrastructure across various sectors, including residential, educational,…

Between October 2020 and May 2024, Canada’s construction, manufacturing, and utilities sectors faced significant labor shortages, averaging over 129,000 vacancies per year—nearly 50,000 more than pre-pandemic levels. This shortage, particularly in skilled trades, was driven by increased labor demand as global…

With two months until the B.C. election, the Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) and the BC Construction Association (BCCA) are urging political parties to establish a new provincial cabinet role: Minister of Construction. This role would advocate for B.C.’s $27 billion…

ProjectMark, the premier CRM solution tailored specifically for the construction sector, announces its strategic partnership with Bartlett Cocke General Contractors, a leading general contractor in the U.S. construction industry. This collaboration aims to enhance Bartlett Cocke’s ability to win projects, streamline…

Unilock, a style and technology leader in concrete interlocking paving stones, slabs and retaining walls, wants to help the next generation of landscaping leaders follow their dreams and make their mark with its Paving the Future Scholarship. The company has awarded…

“Put guardrails in place” is a metaphor used to describe efforts to make social media responsible, especially regarding children. It is raised to ensure that companies behave conscientiously for their customers and shareholders. There is a high alert about the potential dangers…