Securing the future: What a career in the trades really looks like
We’re all feeling the pinch. As our baby boomer employees start transitioning into retirement, we’re wondering who, exactly, is going … Read more
Canada
What Went Hong?: Building permits
Statistics Canada puts the number of building permits in the country for residential and non-residential buildings at 11,860,569. That ‘s … Read more
DEWALT celebrates 100 years | Canadian Contractor
Tool maker DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. The brand has been delivering tools … Read more
Participate in our industry insight survey
We greatly value the opinions of professional like yourself who play a role in shaping the construction industry. As part … Read more
CAF-FCA launches national mentor development program
Feb. 5, 2024 – The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum (CAF-FCA) launched the National Mentor Development Program for Women in the Skilled … Read more
CFIB study reviews bathroom permitting costs across Canada
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) released their Flushing out the nonsense report, as part of the company’s 15th annual Red … Read more
CCA and WomanACT launch new training program to tackle harassment
Feb. 1, 2024 – The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is taking part in a collaboration with WomanACT and the Society for Canadian Women in … Read more
Scotiabank and Home Hardware launch new Visa card designed for small businesses
Jan. 31, 2024 – Scotiabank and Home Hardware have teamed up to launch the new Scotia Home Hardware PRO Visa … Read more
Over $7 million investment in skilled trades workers in Windsor
Jan. 30, 2024 – Two projects are receiving $7.3 million in funding from the federal government through the Canadian Apprenticeship … Read more
Atlantic, federal housing ministers agree factory-produced homes offer way forward
Jan. 22, 2024 – The federal and Atlantic provinces’ housing ministers say they’re looking at ways to boost more factory-built … Read more
Federal Indigenous employability investment unveiled in Kahnawake
Jan. 25, 2024 – A $25 million federal investment into Indigenous employability in Quebec will go a long way toward getting Indigenous people to … Read more
From crisis can come great opportunity
Latest reports indicate the residential construction sector could be in for another bumpy ride in 2024. Much will depend on … Read more