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9 Leading Canadian Construction Associations
What can construction associations do for you? They assist members with information and education, establish standards and best practices, and advocate for the construction industry. They also honour companies who raise the bar for safety, … about 9 Leading Canadian Construction Associations
Demand for Smart Buildings and Refurbishment Projects Up
Refurbishment and redevelopment of existing commercial building stock remains a steady source of work in major cities. Achieving improvements in building performance is becoming fundamental to the brief. Here is how it’s done.
North America’s Tallest Heritage Building Combines Elements of the Past in New Build
An iconic heritage building that once housed Maclean-Hunter Publishing at a prime intersection in downtown Toronto is undergoing a transformation into a mixed-use office and condominium tower. The new structure, called the United Building, is … about North America’s Tallest Heritage Building Combines Elements of the Past in New Build
The 15 Construction Trade Shows in 2021 to Mark on Your Calendar
Although the pandemic has taken a toll on the face-to-face interaction that we're accustomed to in the industry, many notable construction trade shows will still be taking place this year. While it's likely that most … about The 15 Construction Trade Shows in 2021 to Mark on Your Calendar
Construction Industry in Most Provinces Set for Bounce-back Year
Construction activity in most Canadian provinces should bounce back in 2021 from the COVID-19-related dip. However, that’s not true for everywhere—the Prairies are still likely to struggle.
Foreign Projects to Look Out For in 2021, Leveraging Social Media to Drive Business, and the CDC’s Stance on Jobsite Vaccinations
Catch up on what's going on in construction this week. From an update on the state of the Australian infrastructure sector to the US cities expected to bounce back the fastest with regard to commercial … about Foreign Projects to Look Out For in 2021, Leveraging Social Media to Drive Business, and the CDC’s Stance on Jobsite Vaccinations
How the Pandemic Could Change the Future Design and Construction of Hospitals
Our nation’s healthcare workers have been at the forefront during the coronavirus pandemic, with hospitals and medical facilities jammed to capacity, facing shortages of critical supplies, and working in what might be the most high-risk … about How the Pandemic Could Change the Future Design and Construction of Hospitals
Home Construction Demand Surges, Even as Other Sectors Slow
Global business is still recovering from the effects of the pandemic. That uncertainty is reflected in not just the stock market, but the overall economic sentiment. Wild swings in the stock market, coupled with general … about Home Construction Demand Surges, Even as Other Sectors Slow
Broccolini to Bring New Amazon Fulfillment Centre to Ottawa
A new, $200-million distribution centre for e-commerce giant Amazon is slowly starting to rise from a once-vacant plot of scrubland in Citigate Corporate Business Park in Barrhaven in the south end of Ottawa.