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Eagle Point Software, creator of the Pinnacle Series e-learning solution, has announced the acquisition of CADLearning from 4D Technologies. On July 27, 2023, Eagle Point acquired the CADLearning businesses, including intellectual property and digital assets while assuming responsibility for supporting CADLearning clients. Eagle Point and CADLearning…

Gore Mutual is the first insurer in Canada to require their restoration contractors to obtain EcoClaim® certification, which provides unique training in the industry by focusing on repairing, rather than replacing, materials. “By utilizing restoration contractors who are EcoClaim certified, we will achieve quicker…

People looking to excel in B.C.’s growing mass-timber sector can now access more knowledge and training opportunities at the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT). “Mass timber is a strong, clean building technology that is at the centre of our province’s future construction…

When viewed through a wide lens, renters across the U.S. finally appear to be getting some relief, thanks in part to the biggest apartment construction boom in decades. Median rent rose just 0.5% in June, year over year, after falling in…

Residents of Quispamsis will be feeling inflation not only in the grocery store, but also on the roads in their community. The town is cancelling its entire street upgrade program this year because the bids for the work were at least $1…

Alterra Group of Companies, DBS Developments and Platinum Vista are delighted to announce their joint venture located at 566-576 Sherbourne Street and 29-37 Linden Street. This momentous collaboration showcases a new relationship forming strategic alliances with like-minded development companies. Alterra President Stuart Wilson expressed his enthusiasm about the partnership stating, “We…

BMO recently announced a $750,000 donation to the Blackhurst Cultural Centre, in conjunction with the Centre’s annual Emancipation Day walk in Toronto. As the lead partner of Blackhurst’s capital campaign, BMO’s donation will support construction of a new Cultural Centre celebrating and preserving Black…

Porter Aviation Holdings Inc. (PAHI) is entering a partnership with Macquarie Asset Management (MAM) to support development of the previously announced passenger terminal at Montréal Saint-Hubert Airport (YHU). A new company, Partenaires d’infrastructure YHU (Québec) s.e.c. / YHU Infrastructure Partners (Québec)…

Iqaluit city council awarded a design contract to Ontario-based Arcadis Canada Inc., for the first two phases of upgrades to its water infrastructure over the next five years.  Councillors voted unanimously at Tuesday’s meeting to give a $5.8-million contract to Arcadis,…

Jack Winberg has been appointed Chair of the Board of Directors of Waterfront Toronto effective July 1, 2023. He brings a range of experience and knowledge to the position following a distinguished career in law, land use, and development. Mr. Winberg has served…

Kugluktuk’s Danielle Adjun was partway through her studies at Okanagan College in British Columbia in May when she received devastating news. Her father, Colin Adjun Jr., had died at the age of 56. Known by many in the hamlet as “Nick”…

A potential housing bylaw change in Vancouver is looking to make living in the city more attainable. A referral report is recommending the city make amendments to its zoning and development bylaws. The change would allow builders to construct multiplexes from previous single…

More details on the Semiahmoo First Nation’s plan to build a regional-size organic waste recycling and processing facility on its reserve in South Surrey have been revealed. This is a revenue-generating opportunity for the First Nation, jointly owned with Vancouver-based organic waste processing…

K.A. Group recently announced the appointment of Daniel Pashniak as its new President & Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive search process. Dan will replace Mike Palitsky, who announced in May 2023 his intention to retire from K.A. Group. Dan was…

Canada’s Express Entry system is now tailored to provide a streamlined and efficient pathway for individuals with expertise in critical fields. By prioritizing the invitation of skilled newcomers with experience in the trades, Canada aims to meet the increasing demand for talent and fill…