CLOSE – A new online tool for managing confined space risks
The IRSST has just made available a free online tool for analysing and managing the risks associated with work in confined spaces. The tool, called CLOSE, is intended for use by people already qualified for confined space risk management, including prevention…
Construction breaks ground on Nanaimo Airport’s $15 million expansion
Nanaimo’s $15-million airport expansion officially kicked off Tuesday in a ground-breaking ceremony to start construction of a 14,000-square-foot terminal addition. The investment comes as the Nanaimo Airport marks eight straight years of record-setting passenger growth. About 390,000 passengers are anticipated this…
Infographic – Five types of green buildings explained
Homes and buildings in Canada can both consume and produce energy in many ways. In the world of green buildings, a variety of terms are used and some confusion surrounds their definitions. As governments focus on the imperative of reducing carbon pollution…
Tsuut’ina Nation opposes Bragg Creek berm project
The Tsuut’ina nation has filed a statement of concern with Alberta Environment over planned berms along the Elbow River that will form part of the Bragg Creek Flood Mitigation Project being built by Rocky View County. A study prepared for the…
Foldable skyscraper for disaster zones wins 2018 Skyscraper Competition
This foldable skyscraper concept was designed by Polish architects to offer relief in remote disaster zones, and has been named the winner of this year’s eVolo Skyscraper Competition. The collapsable tower named Skyshelter.zip was designed by Damian Granosik, Jakub Kulisa, and Piotr Pańczyk to be delivered by helicopter.…
Canadian government update on the long-term infrastructure plan
OTTAWA, April 19, 2018 /CNW/ – Infrastructure investments play a key role in growing a strong and sustainable economy, making our communities more inclusive, and creating opportunities and jobs for the middle class. Today, the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities was…
Blueprint for EV infrastructure in future smart cities
Ben Lambert, a 34-year-old who manages fundraising efforts for a number of nonprofits, lives in one of Denver’s densest residential neighborhoods: Capitol Hill. The area surrounds Colorado’s capitol building and is home to museums, concert venues and restaurants. The housing stock consists…
Minto Capital announces new purpose-built rental tower in Oakville
TORONTO, April 18, 2018 /CNW/ – Minto Capital Management Inc. (“Minto Capital”) is proud to announce the release of 1235 Marlborough, a purpose-built rental building in Oakville, Ontario. The 14-storey building, comprised of 144 units and state of the art amenities is a rental apartment…
Architects from 13 Canadian cities named 2018 Fellows
OTTAWA, April 18, 2018 – A Toronto specialist in culinary education; the project architect for Vancouver’s largest transit-oriented development, a Calgary-based aviation design expert, and a Quebec architecture policy champion are among the Canadian architects to be named 2018 Fellows. The College…