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Toronto Celebrates Dominican Contributions to Baseball with Santo Domingo Baseball Diamond Inauguration

3 weeks ago

Toronto Celebrates Dominican Contributions to Baseball with Santo Domingo Baseball Diamond Inauguration

Mayor Olivia Chow and community leaders inaugurate Santo Domingo Baseball Diamond in Toronto, honoring the Dominican community's impact on baseball.

Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open Amid Political Tensions

3 weeks ago

Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open Amid Political Tensions

The Gordie Howe International Bridge between Windsor, Ont., and Detroit is set to open, marked by a Canadian-only ceremony due to political tensions with the U.S.

Rize Properties Completes Koto Student Housing Project at UniverCity

3 weeks ago

Rize Properties Completes Koto Student Housing Project at UniverCity

Rize Properties has completed its first student housing project, Koto, located near Simon Fraser University in Burnaby, B.C., featuring 168 furnished rental homes.

New U.S. Tariffs Threaten Canadian Forestry Sector and Housing Affordability

3 weeks ago

New U.S. Tariffs Threaten Canadian Forestry Sector and Housing Affordability

The Trump administration's latest tariffs on Canadian goods, particularly wood products, are poised to adversely affect Canadian forestry workers and increase housing costs in the U.S., according to industry leaders.

Vancouver City Council Revamps Development Financing Framework to Enhance Infrastructure Funding

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Vancouver City Council Revamps Development Financing Framework to Enhance Infrastructure Funding

Vancouver City Council has approved amendments to its financing growth framework, aiming for greater transparency in funding infrastructure through development contributions, including the introduction of a new Amenity Cost Charge.

TC Energy Launches Two New Natural Gas Projects in Western Alberta

3 weeks ago

TC Energy Launches Two New Natural Gas Projects in Western Alberta

TC Energy Corp. has successfully commenced operations for two significant projects in western Alberta, investing $500 million to enhance the capacity of its natural gas transport system.

Manitoba Premier Open to West-East Pipeline Proposal

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Manitoba Premier Open to West-East Pipeline Proposal

Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew expresses openness to a proposed pipeline connecting Alberta and Ontario, emphasizing the need for proper environmental and Indigenous consultations.

BuildForce Canada's 10-Year Construction Forecast Reveals $500 Billion in Major Projects

3 weeks ago

BuildForce Canada's 10-Year Construction Forecast Reveals $500 Billion in Major Projects

BuildForce Canada's latest report highlights significant shifts in the construction landscape over the next decade, projecting $500 billion in major projects and potential labor shortages.

BuildForce Canada Reveals Construction Forecast for P.E.I. and Newfoundland and Labrador

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BuildForce Canada Reveals Construction Forecast for P.E.I. and Newfoundland and Labrador

BuildForce Canada's latest report forecasts significant changes in construction employment and investment in Prince Edward Island and Newfoundland and Labrador from 2026 to 2035.

New Study Highlights Disproportionate Impact of Opioid Deaths on Construction Workers in Ontario

3 weeks ago

New Study Highlights Disproportionate Impact of Opioid Deaths on Construction Workers in Ontario

A recent report reveals that construction workers in Ontario are significantly affected by the opioid crisis, with over a third of opioid-related deaths linked to this sector between 2018 and 2024.

ABC-NJ Unveils Groundbreaking Apprenticeship Training Facility in Mount Laurel

3 weeks ago

ABC-NJ Unveils Groundbreaking Apprenticeship Training Facility in Mount Laurel

The Associated Builders and Contractors of New Jersey (ABC-NJ) has launched a state-of-the-art apprenticeship training facility, consolidating 26 trades under one roof to enhance workforce development.

Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open: A Major Milestone in Cross-Border Infrastructure

3 weeks ago

Gordie Howe International Bridge Set to Open: A Major Milestone in Cross-Border Infrastructure

The Gordie Howe International Bridge, connecting Windsor, Ontario, and Detroit, Michigan, is set to open on July 27, 2026, marking a significant achievement in cross-border trade infrastructure.