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5 months ago

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are set to announce an agreement on the future of industrial carbon emission pricing in Alberta, with plans to raise the price to $130 per tonne by 2040. The agreement aims to advance the construction of a new bitumen pipeline to the West Coast.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney and Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon are open to exploring the sale of federally owned airports and ports to finance new infrastructure projects. The government is considering options to improve the passenger experience and efficiency of air travel.

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A pilot project in B.C. conducted by Light House through its Construction Plastics Initiative successfully diverted over 38,000 kilograms of construction plastics from eight active construction sites in Metro Vancouver. The project demonstrated the feasibility of creating a circular value chain for construction plastics, with 77% of materials identified as recyclable. The recovered plastics were used to create components for InfinaNet, a system that can reduce concrete use in multi-unit residential construction by up to 30%.

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British Columbia is set to enhance its energy sovereignty with the development of four new wind farms that will generate electricity for 350,000 homes and attract $4.3 billion in private investment. The projects, majority-owned by First Nations, are expected to open in 2032 and 2033, contributing to the province's goal of becoming more independent in the face of global energy market challenges.

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Orion Construction and Advanced Cyclotron Systems have broken ground on a new purpose-built facility in Surrey. The facility will support the assembly, testing, and development of advanced cyclotron systems used in nuclear medicine and cancer therapies. The project is expected to create over 120 full-time jobs within five years.

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Heritage Winnipeg recently held its 40th Annual Preservation Awards to recognize individuals and projects that contribute to preserving Winnipeg's built heritage. The awards highlighted the restoration and conservation efforts of several iconic buildings in the city, including the Roslyn Square Apartments, the Fort Garry Hotel, and the Ches-Way Apartments.

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Bird Construction has been selected to oversee the construction of Bell AI Fabric's 300 MW data centre in Sherwood, Sask., costing approximately $1.7 billion. The project is expected to generate significant economic value for the province and create 800 temporary construction jobs.

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GHD, design studio SLA, and Waterfront Toronto have revealed the design for the public realm and streetscapes of Ookwemin Minising, Toronto's new island community in the Port Lands. The 'Growing Streets' concept focuses on integrating infrastructure with public spaces to enhance sustainability and everyday life.

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The Ontario government has officially started major construction on the Bradford Bypass project, a new four-lane highway designated as Highway 425. The project includes building interchanges, replacing bridges, and adding a freeway-to-freeway interchange connecting the bypass to Highway 400. The Miller Group has been awarded the construction contract for the western section of the project.

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Algoma Steel Group Inc. CEO Rajat Marwah discusses the impact of U.S. tariffs on steel imports as the company's net loss increases. The company incurred $27.4 million in direct tariff costs during the quarter ending March 31, with shipments to the U.S. decreasing. Algoma reported a wider net loss of $159.4 million compared to the previous year. The company is focusing on repositioning itself as a Canadian supplier and has formed a partnership with Roshel Inc. to focus on steel defence solutions in Canada.

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A unique home at 319 Wychwood Avenue in Toronto, featuring a loft above a vaulted living room, organic berry beds, perennial gardens, and a private driveway, is now listed for $989,000. The property stands out in the Toronto market due to its combination of features and recent improvements.

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Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Canada's new clean electricity strategy, aiming to double the country's electricity grid by 2050. The plan involves significant investment, partnerships with Indigenous Peoples, and a mix of energy sources. The strategy shifts from previous regulations to focus on reducing emissions through electrification, rather than absolute purity in generation.