Its time to update the code: Lyall
Times are changing quickly in the residential construction world due to advances in building technology. The regulations that govern the … Read more
Canada
Laing O’Rourke Centre Review 2020-2023: leading the way for the construction industry of the future
2020-2023 Review. Image courtesy of Laing O’Rourke Centre for Construction Engineering and Technology. The University of Cambridge’s engineering department and … Read more
ASHRAE establishes first ever centre of excellence
(Getty Images) ASHRAE commits to reducing climate change in the built environment of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by establishing of … Read more
Factoring in Indigenous cultural needs in housing design
Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) and the Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) plan for a new housing design … Read more
‘I want Ontario workers to build this great province:’ Ontario Labour Minister on Hamilton investment
(Getty Images) On July 2, 2024, the Ontario government announced its investment of $3.6 million through the Skills Development Fund … Read more
Sexton partners with Octo Purchasing Group
Photograph taken from Sexton Group’s website. Sexton Group Ltd. is pleased to announce a new partnership with Octo Purchasing Group. This … Read more
EECOL Electric acquires Independent Electric Supply
Image courtesy of EECOL Electric. Electrical distributor, EECOL Electric has acquired Independent Electric Supply Inc. “EECOL’s customer-first focus aligns perfectly … Read more
Nova Scotia offering summer camps for youth interested in skilled trades
(Getty Images) Youth across Nova Scotia will learn more about the skilled trades this summer with funding from the Province. … Read more
Half of small businesses to be negatively impacted by hike in capital gains inclusion rate: CFIB
Half of Canada’s small business owners will be hit by the new 66.7 per cent inclusion rate hike coming into … Read more
Why preventative tech tools keep workers safe on the site
Image courtesy of Kenzen. In Ontario, construction was the industry sector with the highest risk of injury with critical and … Read more
The Government of Canada provides $530 million through the Green Municipal Fund
The Government of Canada recently provided $530 million to municipalities through the Green Municipal Fund to help communities adapt to … Read more
Versatex launches new manufacturing facility
Image courtesy of Versatex. Versatex has opened a new manufacturing facility in Beaver County, Pa. The 96,500-square-foot plant will double … Read more