Construction to start on world’s first 3D-printed neighborhood
As blogged on NewAtlas.com, A noble plan to improve housing access for those in need through cutting-edge construction technology is gathering momentum, with a blueprint now in place for what is billed as the world’s first 3D-printed community. Set…
Powerline Safety Week starts with Ontario-wide education campaign
MISSISSAUGA, ON, May 13, 2019 /CNW/ – The invisible impact of powerlines should never be underestimated. In the past decade alone, 19 people in Ontario have lost their lives from overhead powerline contact. May 13 to 19 is Powerline Safety Week, which is meant to…
Hamilton LRT building demolition begins this summer
As reported in The Hamilton Spectator, demolition of buildings in the way of LRT will begin as early as this summer — but don’t expect to see a lot of shovels in the ground before 2021. The 14-kilometre, $1-billion…
IAPMO seeks WE•Stand task group members
Ontario, Calif. (May 10, 2019) — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is seeking applicants to serve as technical experts on Water Efficiency and Sanitation Standard (WE•Stand) task groups. The WE•Stand Technical Committee is seeking special subject matter…
Statistics Canada building permits report for March 2019
Canadian municipalities issued $8.1 billion worth of building permits in March, up 2.1% from February. The increase was attributable to higher construction intentions in Western Canada. Building permits up in Western Canada, down east of Manitoba Four provinces reported increases in…