Tuesday, April 23, 2024 
Investment in Building Construction Declines in February
Statistics Canada reports that investment in building construction declined 1.1% to $19.3 billion in February. Investment in the residential sector decreased 1.2% to $13.4 billion, while investment in the non-residential sector fell 0.9% to $6.0 billion. On a constant dollar basis (2017=100), investment in building construction fell 1.2%…
Experience the Best at 2024 Skills Ontario Competition
Canada’s largest skilled trades and technology conference, the Skills Ontario Competition, returns to the Toronto Congress Centre May 6th – May 7th. Started in 1989, the Skills Ontario Competition offers a unique opportunity for top students to demonstrate that they are the best of…
Efforts to Expedite Gardiner Expressway Rehabilitation
Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway is experiencing severe congestion due to lane closures for critical rehabilitation work, affecting traffic between Dufferin Street and Strachan Avenue for an expected duration of three years. Ontario’s Transportation Minister Prabmeet Sarkaria, in collaboration with the City of…
Calgary’s Barron Building Redevelopment: Construction Pause
The redevelopment of the historic Barron Building in downtown Calgary, originally Calgary’s first skyscraper built in 1951, has been paused due to unexpected rising costs, affecting the timeline and financial commitments involved. Acquired by the Strategic Group in 2009, the project…
60 Years of Home Hardware: Milestones and Celebrations
60 years ago in St. Jacobs, Ontario, Walter J. Hachborn and Henry Sittler laid the groundwork for what would become Canada’s largest Dealer-owned and operated home improvement retailer. Since then, Home has expanded to more than 1,000 stores operating under the Home Hardware, Home Building Centre, Home Hardware…
Innovative Ideas for Stylish Bathroom Renovations
Renovating your home, particularly your bathroom, can be an exciting project. Whether you’re looking to update the style, improve functionality, or increase the value of your home, a renovation can make a big difference. However, it’s important to approach the renovation…
AK Epoxy | From Garages to Kitchens: Creative Design Ideas for Epoxy Floors
Epoxy flooring in Calgary has become a popular choice for homeowners and business owners alike, thanks to their durability, versatility, and stunning aesthetic appeal. With epoxy, your floor can be more than just a functional surface; it can become a work…
Amexon Nominated as Green Builder of the Year
Amexon Development Corporation has been nominated as a finalist for the Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) 2024 Green Builder of the Year Award. The BILD Awards recognize excellence and innovation in the design, construction, sales and marketing of new…
Billing in Construction: Progress Billing via Schedule of Value (SOV)
When working on a long-term construction project, contractors often use progress billing to keep cash flowing during the project. Progress billing involves requesting funds for the portion of the work that has been complete. It is usually based on a percentage…
Creating a Healthy Workplace: Enhancing Indoor Air Quality for Productivity & Safety in a Commercial Space
As industries continue to expand, the significance of environmental safety in industrial spaces grows exponentially. Managers, supervisors, and coordinators bear the responsibility of ensuring workplace safety and compliance with regulations. At T. Harris Environmental Management Inc., we excel in hazardous materials…
Leveraging DXF files in AEC with PIX4Dcloud Advanced
Boost collaboration using DXF files and PIX4Dcloud. Leverage drone mapping software for seamless project coordination and efficiency. Accuracy, efficiency, and precision are of paramount importance in the architecture, engineering & construction (AEC) industry. Architects, engineers, and construction professionals rely on various…
Meet the New ACI Leaders for 2024-2025: President, VP, Board Members
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) announces its 2024-2025 president, vice president, and four board members. Michael J. Paul has been elected to serve as president of the Institute for 2024-2025, and Scott M. Anderson has been elected ACI vice president for a two-year term.…
Survey Reveals Canadian Family Businesses’ Commitment to Sustainability
In a groundbreaking survey by the Family Enterprise Foundation (FEF), Canadian family businesses have demonstrated a solid commitment to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), establishing leadership in driving social and environmental change in privately owned businesses. The survey, titled Are…
Key Takeaways from the 2024 CGA Conference & Expo
Common Ground Alliance (CGA) – the national association dedicated to protecting underground utility lines and the people who dig near them, recently hosted its 2024 Annual CGA Conference & Expo at The Broadmoor in Colorado Springs. With 1,400 damage prevention leaders in attendance, the CGA…
Nga Aho Recognized as RAIC International Prize Recipient for 2024
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) is proud to announce that Nga Aho, a national network of Maori design professionals based in Aotearoa (New Zealand), has been selected to receive the prestigious 2024 RAIC International Prize. This recognition is a testament to…
