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Construction hiring in November disappointed. Jobs in the residential construction sector declined 1,700 jobs in November from the month before, the Labor Department said on Friday. Overall, the construction sector gained 2,000 jobs in November, down from the prior three-month average of…

Two Kitchener developers owed more than $100 million but had less than $300 in their bank account when they lost control of their unfinished, 15-storey condominium tower on Weber Street East, a new report says. The report provides more detail around the financial meltdown…

A woman’s plan to build her dream home in an Okanagan golf community turned into a legal battle filled with nasty allegations over the final $100,000 owing on the house. She accused tradespeople of trying to blackmail and cheat her, while…

CTV News Windsor has learned the tower on the Canadian side of the Gordie Howe International Bridge has now reached its full height. The tower on the American side of the span reached its full height this past August, according to…

Amid the city’s deepening housing crisis, cheers echoed after shovels hit the dirt in Etobicoke to build hundreds of apartments for low-income residents. The 218 purpose-built affordable rental units are among the 725 residential homes being created in a partnership between…

Coastal GasLink, a Canadian natural gas pipeline partnership operated by TC Energy, is seeking C$1.2 billion ($737 million) from one of its main contractors for construction delays and may be liable for a similar amount if an arbitrator rules against it,…

The Ontario government launches innovative initiatives to accelerate school construction, slashing timelines by almost 50% amid rapid growth. In the province, schools typically take 4-7 years to build due to an outdated capital process lingering since 2010-11. In a groundbreaking move,…

Some much-needed reprieve is coming to users of the Île-aux-Tourtes bridge. The new one is currently being built and is scheduled to be open to traffic by the end of 2026 — one year ahead of schedule. The accelerated timeline is…

The provincial government is set to amend the BC Building Code to enable the expanded use of mass timber construction in a very tall way. Currently, the maximum height of a mass timber building under provincial regulations is 12 storeys, but…

The federal government is dusting off a Second World War-era housing plan to ignite the pace of home construction in Canada. Housing Minister Sean Fraser on Tuesday confirmed Global News’ report from Monday that the minority Liberals were taking the nearly 80-year-old program off the…

Canada’s construction industry is a powerhouse, providing employment for approximately 1.5 million individuals and significantly impacting our economy. In 2016, concerns about payment delays throughout the industry surfaced, capturing the attention of stakeholders, and prompting action. Recently, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos,…

The Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM) announced the 2023 recipients of the annual AEM Advocacy Award, which recognizes member companies for their outstanding contributions to the association’s advocacy efforts. AEM honored 37 member companies with Gold Awards for their contributions to…

Continuing a successful partnership that began nearly a decade ago, the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO®) has renewed its participation in a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to collaborate on improving…

RONA recently celebrated yet another milestone with board cutting ceremonies simultaneously marking the reopening of the new RONA+ stores in the following locations: RONA+ Golden Mile – 800 Warden Avenue, Toronto RONA+ Brampton South – 370 Kennedy Road S, Brampton RONA+ Brampton…

The holiday season is upon us, bringing joy, warmth, and the spirit of giving. While we indulge in the festive cheer, it’s essential not to overlook the importance of safety, especially during the winter months. This year, why not surprise your…