Top Education Lineup Unveiled for World of Asphalt & AGG1 2024 in Nashville
World of Asphalt and AGG1 Aggregates Academy & Expo recently announced the show’s education program calendar, showcasing 120 education sessions at the upcoming show and conference in Nashville, March 25-27, 2024. This includes the most popular sessions asphalt paving professionals and aggregates experts can…
Top Challenges Construction Project Managers Face in 2024
In 2023, the construction industry largely stabilized compared to previous years. Although the industry has not returned to pre-pandemic norms, costs and supply chains have become more predictable and easier to navigate. This trend, along with robust project pipelines, has led…
Safety Solutions for Rooftop Openings
At first glance, a hole in the roof seems like a bad idea, but rooftop openings have served practical purposes for centuries. In Roman, Byzantine, Renaissance, and Neoclassical architecture, the “oculus” (circular opening in the center of a dome) enabled light…
N.S. government shares details of plan to replace Seal Island Bridge
Nova Scotia’s government revealed its strategy to replace the Seal Island Bridge, commencing a rehabilitation plan to address the deteriorating structure. The bridge, requiring major repairs and nearing the end of its lifespan within 15 years, led authorities to consider a…
N.S. government delays adoption of new national building codes
The Nova Scotia government has opted to postpone the implementation of new national building standards. This delay comes after receiving public feedback, resulting in the decision to defer the adoption of the updated regulations, originally slated to take effect in January.…
High school students dig into the world of heavy machinery — using simulators
High school students in New Brunswick are delving into the world of heavy machinery through simulator-based training programs. The initiative introduces students to hands-on experiences operating heavy equipment like excavators, providing practical knowledge and skills in a safe and controlled environment.…
Climate training for construction workers coming soon
Canada’s Building Trades Union (CBTU) is set to initiate training sessions for trades instructors to bolster climate education in the construction sector. These sessions aim to equip instructors with fundamental climate knowledge, enabling them to effectively convey this crucial information to…
Brantford firm has prominent role in major redevelopment project in Niagara
+VG Architects, in collaboration with Pearle Hospitality, will lead the $200 million transformation of the historic Toronto Power Generating Station into a luxurious five-star hotel overlooking Niagara Falls. This redevelopment project, supervised by +VG Architects, plans to restore the National Historic…
Domex 3D’s Arrives in the US Construction Sector
Domex 3D, a pioneering German startup, is on the cusp of transforming the 3D printing landscape. With an innovative blend of 3D printing and robotics, the company is set to penetrate the US construction market by the close of 2023.…
A Journey Across Canada – How We Build Now Canada Roadshow
by Arnie Gess – Construction Links Network Over the last few months, I’ve had the opportunity to attend and partner with two of the four Canadian stops of the How We Build Now Canada Roadshow produced by Procore Technologies along with…