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Metro Vancouver Unionized Workers Launch Full-Scale Strike Amid Contract Dispute

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Metro Vancouver Unionized Workers Launch Full-Scale Strike Amid Contract Dispute

Unionized workers in Metro Vancouver have begun a full-scale strike over contract disputes, affecting essential services related to water and air quality management. The Greater Vancouver Regional District Employees’ Union is demanding better treatment and a new contract after 17 months without an agreement.

Vancouver Aquatic Centre Set for Major Renovation Following Closure

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Vancouver Aquatic Centre Set for Major Renovation Following Closure

The Vancouver Aquatic Centre will close on June 28, 2026, to prepare for a major renovation project costing $140 million, which includes new pools and community amenities.

BC Government Awards $74.2 Million Contract for CPKC Rail Overpass Replacement in Langley

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BC Government Awards $74.2 Million Contract for CPKC Rail Overpass Replacement in Langley

The Province of British Columbia has awarded a $74.2 million contract to Norland Kingston General Partnership for the replacement of the CPKC rail overpass near Langley, enhancing safety and traffic flow along Highway 1.

Manitoba Government Allocates $21.2 Million for Infrastructure Enhancements

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Manitoba Government Allocates $21.2 Million for Infrastructure Enhancements

The Manitoba government is making significant investments in infrastructure to improve road safety and connectivity in the Rural Municipality of St. Clements and near Winnipeg Beach.

Major Road Resurfacing Projects Underway Across British Columbia

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Major Road Resurfacing Projects Underway Across British Columbia

Numerous road resurfacing projects are set to enhance travel across northern British Columbia and the southern Interior, with significant investments aimed at improving highway conditions by fall 2026.

Infrastructure Ontario and Runnymede Healthcare Centre to Initiate RFQ for PTSI Centre of Excellence

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Infrastructure Ontario and Runnymede Healthcare Centre to Initiate RFQ for PTSI Centre of Excellence

Infrastructure Ontario and Runnymede Healthcare Centre are set to release a Request for Qualifications for two new healthcare facilities aimed at supporting first responders with post-traumatic stress injury.

Niagara Region to Replace Aging J.R. Stork Bridge in St. Catharines

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Niagara Region to Replace Aging J.R. Stork Bridge in St. Catharines

The Niagara Region is set to replace the 59-year-old J.R. Stork Bridge on Martindale Road in St. Catharines, with a project value of $6.8 million expected to enhance traffic flow and capacity in the area.

Ontario Government Invests $8 Million in Critical Minerals Innovation Fund Projects

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Ontario Government Invests $8 Million in Critical Minerals Innovation Fund Projects

The Ontario government is funding 18 projects focused on critical minerals innovation, aiming to enhance technological development in the sector.

The Evolution of Concrete Monitoring: From K-Type Thermocouples to SmartRock Technology

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The Evolution of Concrete Monitoring: From K-Type Thermocouples to SmartRock Technology

Exploring the advancements in concrete monitoring technology, this article discusses the limitations of K-type thermocouples and the benefits of wireless sensors like SmartRock and SmartRock Pro.

Ontario Government Invests Additional $7.8 Million to Address Inactive Oil and Gas Wells

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Ontario Government Invests Additional $7.8 Million to Address Inactive Oil and Gas Wells

The Ontario government announces a significant investment to enhance the safety of communities impacted by old oil and gas wells, raising the total funding for the year to $10.8 million.

Federal Government Proposes $1.7 Billion Fund to Boost Home Construction Across Canada

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Federal Government Proposes $1.7 Billion Fund to Boost Home Construction Across Canada

The Canadian federal government has announced a proposed $1.7 billion fund aimed at assisting provinces and territories in reducing construction costs and increasing housing stock without imposing strict spending guidelines.