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Green Building Training Program Expands Opportunities for Port Alberni Workers

4 months ago

Green Building Training Program Expands Opportunities for Port Alberni Workers

The second cohort of the Green Building Foundations & Manufacturing training program has launched in Port Alberni, aimed at equipping local workers with skills for careers in green construction, following the success of the first cohort.

Ware Malcomb Expands Canadian Operations with New Vancouver Office

4 months ago

Ware Malcomb Expands Canadian Operations with New Vancouver Office

International design firm Ware Malcomb has opened a new office in Vancouver, appointing David O’Regan as studio manager to lead local architectural efforts.

RAW Design Shifts Focus to Smaller Density Developments Amidst Highrise Market Collapse in Ontario

4 months ago

RAW Design Shifts Focus to Smaller Density Developments Amidst Highrise Market Collapse in Ontario

As the highrise condominium market struggles in Ontario, RAW Design is adapting by focusing on smaller, affordable rental projects that integrate innovative design solutions to reduce costs and enhance community living.

Ontario Government Invests $1.7 Billion in High-Demand Education Programs

4 months ago

Ontario Government Invests $1.7 Billion in High-Demand Education Programs

The Ontario government has announced a significant investment to expand educational seats in high-demand sectors, enhancing workforce alignment with local market needs.

Supreme Court of Canada Rules on Aboriginal Title Over Private Land

4 months ago

Supreme Court of Canada Rules on Aboriginal Title Over Private Land

The Supreme Court of Canada has upheld a ruling that Aboriginal title cannot be declared over private land, impacting ongoing cases involving First Nations.

Canada's Trade Diversification Efforts Strengthen Ties with U.S., Says Prime Minister Carney

4 months ago

Canada's Trade Diversification Efforts Strengthen Ties with U.S., Says Prime Minister Carney

Prime Minister Mark Carney emphasizes Canada's trade diversification strategy in a speech in New York, highlighting its implications for U.S.-Canada relations and the ongoing CUSMA negotiations.

Paul Raff Studio and Kengo Kuma Selected to Design Banff Visitor Centre

4 months ago

Paul Raff Studio and Kengo Kuma Selected to Design Banff Visitor Centre

Toronto-based Paul Raff Studio and Japan's Kengo Kuma & Associates have won the design competition for a new visitor centre in Banff, focusing on sustainability and community engagement.

Revamping the Blue Water Bridge: A Major Overhaul for Enhanced Traffic Management

4 months ago

Revamping the Blue Water Bridge: A Major Overhaul for Enhanced Traffic Management

A significant renovation of the Blue Water Bridge is underway, focusing on improving traffic flow and safety at one of North America's busiest border crossings.

Canada's Trade Diversification Efforts Yield Mixed Results, Report Reveals

4 months ago

Canada's Trade Diversification Efforts Yield Mixed Results, Report Reveals

A recent report from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce highlights the uneven progress of Canadian cities in diversifying trade away from the U.S. market, with some cities excelling while others lag behind.

Toronto's Housing Development Office Releases First Annual Report, Highlights Shift to Active Housing Development

5 months ago

Toronto's Housing Development Office Releases First Annual Report, Highlights Shift to Active Housing Development

Toronto's Housing Development Office has released its inaugural annual report, outlining the city's strategic shift towards becoming an active player in housing development, detailing its projects, funding needs, and a crackdown on stalled initiatives.

Massive Fire at Penticton Long-Term Care Home Under Construction Triggers Evacuations

5 months ago

Massive Fire at Penticton Long-Term Care Home Under Construction Triggers Evacuations

A fire at a construction site for a long-term care home in Penticton, B.C., led to evacuations and a significant firefighting response.