The Urgency to Act: Addressing Alberta’s $30 Billion Infrastructure Deficit
Alberta’s core infrastructure is aging rapidly, with the province’s municipal infrastructure deficit now pegged at $30 billion, says the August 2024 edition of ICBA Alberta’s Construction Monitor. The challenge is all the greater since Alberta’s infrastructure needs are growing. The province’s population…
Sterling’s Service Mechanic Package Recognized as a Top Product of 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Sterling’s Full-Size Truck Capsule Service Mechanic Package has been recognized as a Top Product of 2024 by Modern Work Truck Solutions Magazine. This accolade underscores our commitment to delivering innovative and efficient solutions for service mechanics. Our Service Mechanic…
Calgary Construction Association Reacts to Job Grant Program Termination
The Calgary Construction Association (CCA) is deeply disappointed by the Government of Alberta’s decision to cut the Canada-Alberta Job Grant program. This vital initiative has been instrumental in the development of a highly skilled workforce within the construction industry. The termination…
EllisDon Expands Tech Ecosystem with Crewscope Partnership
EllisDon announces the addition of a new Technology Ecosystem Strategic Partner, Crewscope, adding to our growing list of preferred technology suppliers. This announcement follows recent additions of both StruxHub and Touchplan to cement EllisDon’s long-term technology strategy, led by the Data…
Celebrating Construction Milestone: 11 Yorkville Topping-Off Ceremony
RioCan Living, Metropia, and Capital Developments recently celebrated a significant construction milestone for 11 Yorkville with a topping-off ceremony on site, marking the completion of the final structural elements. The ceremony was attended by key consultants, partners, and stakeholders. With resident…
DIRTT Unveils Major ICE® Software Update
DIRTT Environmental Solutions Ltd., a leader in industrialized construction, recently announced the release of ICE Manager, the most significant update to its industry-leading software platform to date. This software update introduces two key components: the new ICE Manager and the Design…
Alberta Municipalities Thrive on Renewable Tax Income
Alberta municipalities will collect almost twice as much in tax revenues from wind and solar projects in their jurisdictions this year compared to last year, according to new analysis by the Business Renewables Centre-Canada (BRC-Canada). “Municipal tax revenues amounted to $54…
Victoria’s Major Mixed-Use Developments Forge Ahead Despite Economic Challenges
Despite challenging economic conditions, two of Victoria’s largest mixed-use developments are moving forward. Focus Equities’ Roundhouse project and Starlight Investments’ Harris Green redevelopment remain on track despite high interest rates and rising labor and material costs. Focus Equities’ Ken Mariash, after…
Canada’s Push for Modular Homes: Faster, Cheaper, and Sustainable
Canada’s housing construction methods have seen little change since its founding, prompting a push for modular construction to address the severe housing shortage. Modular homes, assembled in factories before on-site installation, can be built 20-50% faster, reduce waste, require fewer workers,…