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New York City’s first all-electric skyscraper, a groundbreaking development in urban architecture, is set to open to residents soon. Located at 505 State Street in Brooklyn, this 44-story tower represents a significant step forward in sustainable building design, operating entirely without…

The University of Victoria’s (UVic) National Centre for Indigenous Laws (NCIL) has been honored with a prestigious design award, as announced in a recent press release. This accolade recognizes the exceptional architectural and conceptual design of the NCIL, emphasizing its significance…

This report from UrbanToronto focuses on analyzing the impact of various urban planning policies on development applications. It emphasizes the importance of understanding how and when developers respond to new regulations in the urban landscape. The main takeaway from the report…

Premier Construction Software made a remarkable impact, taking center stage at the prestigious Big 5 Global event hosted from December 4th to 7th, 2023, at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This distinguished event united leaders, visionaries, and innovators globally, establishing an exclusive platform for…

Saskatchewan is set to begin construction in 2025 on what will be its largest solar facility. This project, undertaken by Iyuhána Solar LP, will generate 100 megawatts of power, sufficient to supply electricity to around 25,000 homes. This development marks a…

In Kelowna, there is significant opposition from home builders regarding the city’s efforts to review construction hours. Current bylaws allow construction activities from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., 365 days a year. The home builders are pushing back against any changes…

This article from Global News reports on the groundbreaking ceremony for the Market Lands project in Winnipeg. This event marks the beginning of development on the site of the old public safety building and parkade, an area that has been the…

This article from BNN Bloomberg discusses the Canadian federal government’s initiative to utilize factory-built homes as a solution to rapidly increase the country’s housing supply. However, experts and builders are pointing out significant challenges in this approach, primarily due to bureaucratic…

Join us on February 1st at Jump Restaurant for a curated dinner and discussion, focusing on Digital Innovation within the Construction Space. This intimate gathering offers a unique opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals where you can dive into conversations on…

FIRST ONSITE Property Restoration, Canada’s leading property restoration company, announced its readiness for changes to British Columbia’s asbestos regulations. First Onsite’s practices are in line with WorkSafeBC’s revised manual entitled “Safe Work Practices for Handling Asbestos” which reflects changes in Occupational…

Graham is pleased to announce it has been awarded the North Central BRT Rapid Transit projects by the City of Calgary. These projects play a crucial role in the Green Line enabling works, serving as short-term initiatives to enhance transit traffic and…

While service and construction management software can streamline business operations and enhance efficiency for both the back office and field teams, finding the right software for your business may not be as simple. With so many different functionalities and options to consider, finalizing…

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) and ASSE International are offering read-only access to their library of standards. This includes access to more than 100 national standards (including American National Standards, Canadian National Standards, and Professional Qualification standards,…

As we look toward the future of the construction industry, an undeniable fact remains: one of the biggest barriers to meeting demand is finding skilled labor. The construction labor shortage is an ongoing global challenge, and it’s never been more important…

The concept of “the cloud” to store an incalculable amount of computer data lifts our imaginations to the sky. We feel assured that our indispensable records are safe and sound “up there.” In reality, we know that the information is not…