Party walls are not such a party anymore
With the growing density requirements of today’s home construction, attached and semidetached homes are becoming a significant part of the … Read more
Canada
Federal funding to CHBA to support energy efficient home construction and renovations across Canada
June 1, 2023 – Minister of Natural Resources and to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change announced $1.3 million … Read more
StatCan report casts clouds on claims of a widespread labour shortage in Canada
May 31, 2023 – A new report is casting doubt on the idea Canada is facing a widespread labour shortage … Read more
Ontario employers required to have naloxone kits on construction sites as of June 1
May 30, 2023 – The Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) is advising builders that new legislation kicks in June … Read more
Skills Ontario welcomes new partnership with Insurance Bureau of Canada to help underrepresented youth learn about the skilled trades and technologies
May 29, 2023 – Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC.) has joined the Skills Ontario Diversity, Equity and Inclusion program and … Read more
BuildForce Canada releases April labour force survey summary
May 29, 2023 – Build Force Canada released their summary of the Labour Force Survey (LFS) data published by Statistics … Read more
Boost Your Business Technology grant supports small businesses
May 26, 2023 – Through the Boost Your Business Technology grant, eligible small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) can access up … Read more
Ontario removing unfair work barriers for skilled newcomers
May 29, 2023 – After introducing legislation that banned regulated professions from requiring Canadian work experience in more than 30 … Read more
MCI Peel-Off Coating for corrosion and abrasion protection
MCI Peel-Off Coating is an acrylic water-based coating for temporary protection of non-porous surfaces against physical abrasion, weathering, and corrosion. It … Read more
B.C. apprenticeship program reaches $5 million milestone in payouts to employers
May 25, 2023 – A Vancouver Island construction company found itself in the spotlight this week as it received what … Read more
Ontario youth compete for gold in skilled trades and technology contests at Skills Canada National Competition
May 24, 2023 – A group of Ontario youth will put their skills to the test as they compete with … Read more
Building Knowledge Canada and CHBA tackle hot industry topic at annual Spring Training
Building Knowledge Canada held their annual Spring Training from April 16 to 19, 2023 in Stratford, Ont. This year’s camp … Read more