Sunday, September 22, 2024 
Buildstock Secures $1.6M in Pre-Seed Funding
Buildstock, a B2B marketplace and fintech platform for construction materials, has raised $1.6M in pre-seed funding from notable investors, including Precursor, MGV, XFactor, RefashionD, and several visionary angels. This investment accelerates Buildstock’s mission to transform the construction materials industry through its…
Digs Unveils AI Features to Transform Home Building
Digs, the trailblazing AI collaboration platform, has unveiled its latest AI innovations, marking a significant leap forward in home building and remodeling. This expansion is not just about technology; it’s about a partnership that resonates with the heart of the industry.…
Enhance Collaboration in AECO with Newforma Konekt Procore Connector
In the fast-paced world of architecture, engineering, construction, and operations (AECO), effective project information management (PIM) is critical. Newforma, a global leader in PIM software, proudly announces the launch of its latest innovation: the Newforma Konekt Procore Connector. This groundbreaking integration…
WINT Water Intelligence Selected for Grow London Global Cohort 3
WINT Water Intelligence, renowned for its state-of-the-art water management and leak-prevention solutions in various sectors, including construction, commercial, and industrial domains, has recently achieved a significant milestone. The company has been selected for the esteemed Grow London Global Cohort 3. This…
New collision prediction system launched by Brigade Electronics
Brigade Electronics has launched Radar Predict – its latest innovative side Blind Spot Information System (BSIS) collision prediction safety technology specifically designed to protect cyclists from incidents with HGVs. Even before its launch, this product was already receiving positive feedback during customer…
Vancouver Crane Accident: 1 Dead at Oakridge Centre Site
A tragic crane accident occurred at the Oakridge Centre redevelopment project in Vancouver, resulting in one fatality. The incident was reported at around 2:56 p.m. on February 21, when a crane dropped its load at the 5800-block of Cambie. Vancouver Fire…
Can this man solve Canada’s housing crisis?
This Financial Post article discusses Evan Siddall, former head of Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp., and his efforts to address Canada’s housing crisis through a new role at Alberta Investment Management Corp. Siddall is known for his previous controversial measures to…
New N.L. divided highway will be a P3 project, and NAPE crews won’t be welcome
The Newfoundland and Labrador government plans to develop a major highway project through a public-private partnership (P3), sparking controversy due to the exclusion of unionized government road crews. NAPE union leaders have expressed strong opposition to this decision. The P3 approach,…
Workplace Safety Debate Sparked by Italy Tragedy
A tragic accident at a supermarket construction site in Florence resulted in the death of five workers. The incident occurred when a concrete beam and slabs collapsed, trapping eight workers. Three were rescued and hospitalized. Investigations are underway to determine the…
Lawsuit Against Three B.C. Companies for Granville Street Bridge Defects
The City of Vancouver has filed a lawsuit against three B.C. companies for alleged defects in rehabilitation work on the Granville Street Bridge. The city claims the work, carried out from 2019 to 2021, resulted in damage to structural steel due…
The Honourable Justice Murray Sinclair Announced as the Recipient of the 2024 RAIC Gold Medal
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) has announced that the Honorable Justice Murray Sinclair will be the recipient of the 2024 RAIC Gold Medal. The award is the highest honour given for a significant and lasting contribution to Canadian architecture,…
Vancouver Island Construction: Recognizing Excellence & Innovation
The Urban Development Institute – Capital Region (UDI-CR), Canadian Home Builders Association – Vancouver Island (CHBAVI), and the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) are excited to announce their new joint award event, the Vancouver Island Building Industry Awards Gala. The Vancouver…
American Concrete Institute Publishes Design Handbook and Recommended Guidelines for Nonmetallic Reinforcement
The American Concrete Institute, in collaboration with NEx: An ACI Center of Excellence for Nonmetallic Building Materials, has released two new resources for fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) reinforcement. MNL-6(23) Recommended Practice Guidelines for FRP Bars in Pre-Engineered Projects, and MNL-7(23) GFRP-Reinforced Concrete Design Handbook, provide…
The Construction Industry Outlook for 2024
With another year closed, 2024 is stretched out before us like a blank canvas. For construction businesses, there is plenty of potential for growth and success, though they’ll likely be plagued with some of the same issues they’ve dealt with for…
Parksville construction firm fined after issuing fake occupancy permits
In an unprecedented case in the mid-Island region, Don Ballard of Ballard Fine Homes pleaded guilty to issuing fraudulent occupancy permits for newly built homes. This occurred over a decade, involving approximately 20 forgeries. The permits, which are legally issued only…
