Taking BIM beyond construction
Romulo Simionatto, information manager at BIM.Technologies, says that while BIM is becoming embedded on the design side, there’s still work to do on post-handover. “It’s all about the data…” This 21st century mantra has made its way from tech and ICT…
2018 Wood Design Awards in BC – Deadline Extended to December 15
Nominations for: 2018 Wood Design Awards in BC – Nomination Deadline extended ~ Nominate a deserving architect, engineer or building owner for an innovative and inspiring wood project ~ Celebrate excellence in wood building and design as winners are recognized before their peers, industry leaders…
Environmental activists call for mandatory action on radon
In a commentary recently published in Environmental Health Review, the Canadian Environmental Law Association (CELA) joined the Canadian Partnership for Children’s Health and Environment (CPCHE), the Canadian Child Care Federation, public officials, and radon experts in calling for mandatory action on radon in child care settings.…
Opposition calling for ‘Construction sites charter’ in Montreal
With more than 700 construction projects planned for Montreal in 2018, the official opposition at city hall is calling on the city to create a “construction sites charter” that would clearly outline the rights of citizens and small businesses affected. For…
WorkSafeBC releases new ladder-safety videos
Richmond, B.C. (Nov. 30, 2017) — WorkSafeBC has released six new ladder safety videos to remind workers, employers and homeowners to use ladders safely, both on the job and while decorating at home for the holidays. “Last year, more than 1,000…
NIMBY: Church’s condo plan could mar canal views in Ottawa
Ottawa city councillors have asked a landmark church in Old Ottawa South to lower the height of a proposed condo development over fears it could ruin the view from the Rideau Canal. Southminster United Church, which sits at the foot of the Bank Street…
Q3 Vancouver Island building permit values reach record high
November 29, 2017 (Victoria, BC) – Building permits on Vancouver Island reached the highest dollar value ever recorded in the July to September 2017 period, contributing to the Island’s economic growth and employment. “The building boom continues across the Island in…