Tuesday, September 24, 2024 
Toronto’s “Confusing” Procurement Policy Under Fire, Stifles Competition
The City of Toronto is facing criticism for a confusing and seemingly unfair procurement policy that experts argue hinders competition, potentially driving up costs for taxpayers. A recent poll of CEOs and construction industry executives has intensified calls for Mayor Olivia Chow and council to…
New Fanshawe mentorship program to support women in trades
Fanshawe College is launching a mentorship program that aims to support women in their pursuit of a career in the skilled trades. The school’s Corporate Training Solutions (CTS) is leading the development of the “ConnectHER’ mentorship project that will recruit and…
Moncton’s $57M police station under construction too small by 2044, report says
A new report suggests a $57-million police station under construction in Moncton will be too small within 20 years and need a multimillion-dollar expansion, even if the area stays with the RCMP. Consultants reviewed the size of the building as part of a…
A push to build faster – and a contentious call to end design review
Disbanding a review panel of experts responsible for evaluating new developments in London would be “throwing the baby out with the bath water,” says a retired architect who helped conceive the advisory group. Deputy Mayor Shawn Lewis and Ward 8 Coun.…
Nova Scotia company fined $17,500 for use of a professional engineer’s seal
The Ontario Court of Justice at Kingston fined Standard Paving Limited $17,500 for applying a facsimile of a professional engineer’s seal to design drawings without the knowledge or consent of the professional engineer. Standard Paving Limited is a Nova Scotia corporation that purports to perform general contracting and…
Large B.C. construction sites must have flushable toilets, says Premier David Eby
B.C. construction projects with more than 25 workers must have access to a flushable toilet, according to a law to be introduced by Premier David Eby. Speaking at the B.C. Building Trades constitutional convention in Victoria on Monday, Eby said that…
Service Alberta issues director’s order against Calgary contractor facing criminal charges
A Calgary contractor accused of defrauding homeowners out of hundreds of thousands of dollars can continue working, but has been ordered to stop entering into prepaid contracts following a Service Alberta investigation. Alan Hrehirchuk, 53, was charged with fraud and forgery…
Cost of material and land makes it hard to keep houses affordable, say developers
Demand for homes are up, but since the pandemic construction and land costs have made it harder for local developers to keep houses affordable. Ted Russell, vice president of Crescent Homes in Waterloo, said the demand for homes was almost overwhelming before…
RONA+ Whitby honoured at Hardlines Outstanding Retailer Awards
RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores under different banners, is honoured to accept the Best Large Surface Retailer award (over 65,000 sq. ft.) for the RONA+ Whitby store as part of the…
Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association’s Educational Foundation Becomes IWSH Foundation Platinum Sponsor
In the lead up to the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association’s (PHCC) Connect Conference taking place in Cleveland, Ohio, the International Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Foundation (IWSH®) thanks the PHCC Educational Foundation for its platinum level sponsorship. The PHCC Educational Foundation provides innovative…
Elevate Your Business with Contractor Business Management Software
In the competitive environment of the construction industry, contractor management processes are being reshaped by the advent of innovative contractor software. These tailored software solutions are designed to address the unique needs of general contractors, providing a suite of management tools and key…
Kitchener-Waterloo Has One of Ontario’s Least Affordable Local Housing Markets: Report
The Cambridge, Kitchener, and Waterloo area is home to one of the province’s most expensive local housing markets, according to a new report from Wahi. The report is based on Wahi’s Roadmap to Housing Affordability: Ontario Edition, which is an interactive…
Ask the experts: Overcoming communication silos to harness the power of real-time data and insights
With so many stakeholders involved in each project, communication is critical in the AEC space, yet the industry struggles with effective communication. This can have negative ramifications as silos can cause stagnated productivity and increase error prone and redundant work. Technology…
Congratulations Colin Smith-Windsor, one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction
Congratulations to Colin Smith-Windsor, Senior Operations Manager, for being named as one of Canada’s Top 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction! We’re proud of Colin for being recognized as a Top 40 Under 40 and are fortunate to have him on the Graham team. Colin…
Dick’s Lumber acquires ZyTech Building Systems
Dick’s Lumber, a banner of RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers operating or servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores, has completed the acquisition of ZyTech Building Systems, a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of building components and engineered…
