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Electrical Hazards Pose Significant Risks for Non-Electrical Workers in B.C.

4 months ago

Electrical Hazards Pose Significant Risks for Non-Electrical Workers in B.C.

Recent data reveals that electrical incidents predominantly affect non-electrical workers, prompting BC Hydro and WorkSafeBC to emphasize the need for increased safety awareness.

Marigold Infrastructure Partners Fined $120,000 Following Worker Injury on Edmonton LRT Project

4 months ago

Marigold Infrastructure Partners Fined $120,000 Following Worker Injury on Edmonton LRT Project

Marigold Infrastructure Partners faces a $120,000 fine after a worker was seriously injured on the Edmonton Valley West Line project, with implications for safety compliance in construction.

Alberta Government Bolsters Skilled Trades Program with Additional Funding

4 months ago

Alberta Government Bolsters Skilled Trades Program with Additional Funding

The Alberta government has announced an additional $300,000 investment for the BLUprint skilled trades program at TELUS Spark Science Centre, building on previous funding to enhance trades education for youth.

Wolseley Canada Contributes $10,000 to Groundwater Research Initiative in Alberta

4 months ago

Wolseley Canada Contributes $10,000 to Groundwater Research Initiative in Alberta

Wolseley Canada is making a significant investment in groundwater research by donating $10,000 to Living Lake Canada’s Oldman Watershed Groundwater Program, aimed at developing a framework for monitoring groundwater in Alberta.

Englobe Corporation to Acquire Pluritec, Enhancing Multidisciplinary Engineering Services in Québec

4 months ago

Englobe Corporation to Acquire Pluritec, Enhancing Multidisciplinary Engineering Services in Québec

Englobe Corporation has announced its acquisition of Pluritec, a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm based in Trois-Rivières, Québec, to bolster its service offerings in integrated infrastructure projects.

Cielo Condos Topping Off Ceremony Marks Key Milestone in Toronto's Annex

4 months ago

Cielo Condos Topping Off Ceremony Marks Key Milestone in Toronto's Annex

Cielo Condos reaches a significant construction milestone with the completion of structural formwork for its 34-storey tower in Toronto's Annex, integrating historic church restoration into the project.

Essential Lessons for Public Procurement: Navigating the Law of Tender and Bid-Rigging

4 months ago

Essential Lessons for Public Procurement: Navigating the Law of Tender and Bid-Rigging

This article outlines critical lessons for those involved in public procurement, focusing on adherence to the law of tender and the identification of bid-rigging.

Ontario Municipalities Can Now Apply for Development Charge Reduction Funding

4 months ago

Ontario Municipalities Can Now Apply for Development Charge Reduction Funding

Ontario municipalities are invited to apply for funding through the new Development Charge Reduction Program aimed at facilitating housing-enabling infrastructure projects.

Nicole El-Sayah Honored for Advocacy in Construction Community

4 months ago

Nicole El-Sayah Honored for Advocacy in Construction Community

Nicole El-Sayah of EllisDon receives the inaugural OGCA Women in Construction Award for her dedication to inclusivity within the construction sector.

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month: The Construction Sector's Role in Reconciliation

4 months ago

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month: The Construction Sector's Role in Reconciliation

This June, Canada observes National Indigenous History Month, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous culture and the role of the construction sector in fostering reconciliation.

Metro Vancouver Penalized $170,000 Following Serious Workplace Injury During Watermain Operations

4 months ago

Metro Vancouver Penalized $170,000 Following Serious Workplace Injury During Watermain Operations

Metro Vancouver has been fined after a worker was injured during a high-risk operation involving a watermain. The incident raised concerns about workplace safety and compliance with regulations.