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An international online property powerhouse has purchased one of the world’s top web-based, commission-free real estate companies in a bid to shake up the Canadian home-selling industry. Last month’s successful $51-million bid for Quebec-based duProprio means “For Sale” signs bearing the name Purplebricks will soon start…

The bridge that collapsed this week in Genoa, Italy and tragically killed at least 39 people has an unusual tie to Castlegar of all places: the architect. The Kinnaird Bridge, designed by Riccardo Morandi, is part of Highway 3 and…

TORONTO, Aug. 20, 2018 /CNW/ – Habitat for Humanity GTA (Habitat GTA), in partnership with the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD), announced that the organizations will team up to sponsor their 15th Habitat home in 15 years. In response to the growing…

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Ontario, Calif. (Aug. 17, 2018) — The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) has released IAPMO/ANSI Z601-2018, Scale Reduction Devices. IAPMO/ANSI Z601 covers scale reduction devices intended for residential and similar water‐heating applications and specifies general, material safety,…

The Canadian Home Builders’ Association (CHBA) South Okanagan is helping build up the Okanagan College Foundation’s fundraising efforts with a $5,000 gift to Little Learners Academy on the Penticton campus of Okanagan College.  “The College is a wonderful asset to the community in providing skills and training…

Heavy equipment lies idle along Homestead Drive in Mount Hope after the city issued a stop-work order to a local developer for chopping down dozens of trees without a permit. The order, dated Aug. 10, says Sonoma Homes must immediately stop…

LANGLEY, BC, Aug. 16, 2018 /CNW/ – Hardwoods Distribution Inc. (“HDI” or the “Company”) (TSX: HDI) today announced executive leadership appointments effective August 16, 2018.  HDI operates a North American network of 62 distribution centers utilizing three industry leading distribution brands: Hardwoods Specialty…

A woman who scampered up a construction crane, and fell asleep inside its operator’s cab while shirtless, was placed in handcuffs by police officers before being lowered to the ground. Emergency crews were called to a construction site in downtown…

As part of its annual jamboree celebrating the best in design from around the globe, the World Architecture Festival will this year introduce a new award that tackles the critical challenges around water scarcity. Taking out the very first Water Research Prize…

More than 20 years ago, looking for space for new homes, Amsterdam decided to build some islands. It came up with a grand scheme, begun in 1997, to have a 10-island archipelago rise from the waters of IJmeer lake, capable…

Whether human, animal, artifact, building, or business, 110-year-old things rarely change – but don’t tell that to PCL Construction. The centenarian Canadian company embarked on a journey of digital transformation a few years ago in hopes of establishing itself as a digital leader…

TORONTO, Aug. 16, 2018 /CNW/ – The Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) is pleased to announce the 2018 Awards of Distinction finalists. Judged by a panel of industry professionals from across Canada, the entries were submitted into 41 categories showcasing excellence in building,…

Business to Business Marketing Strategies That Work If your business model revolves around selling to other businesses rather than individual consumers, it’s important to understand the different approaches you’ll need to use to get the best results. Business buyers want to…

It was a step forward for public transit in Regina, as the city, along with the provincial and federal government, announced the start of construction on a new transit fleet maintenance facility in an official sod-turning event this morning. The…