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A crane has plunged into the Wapiti River near Grande Prairie, Alberta, with the driver unaccounted for. Authorities are conducting rescue operations amid strong currents.
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The Ironworkers Memorial Bridge in Vancouver commemorates the tragic collapse of 1958, reflecting on the importance of safety in construction.
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The chief engineer of a cargo ship involved in the collapse of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge faces federal charges for failing to report hazardous conditions prior to the incident.
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Over 100 new co-op homes have been completed in the Joyce-Collingwood neighborhood of East Vancouver, providing affordable housing options for a diverse range of residents.
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Manitoba HR consultant Wendy Hofford emphasizes the importance of addressing workplace conflicts to enhance productivity and team dynamics in the construction industry.
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A report by MNP highlights the inadequacies of Saskatchewan's Public Safety Agency in responding to last year's devastating wildfires, revealing operational silos, staffing shortages, and planning failures.
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Hamilton's planning committee has voted to advance a proposed moratorium on new data centres, responding to community concerns over environmental impacts and energy demands associated with the burgeoning artificial intelligence sector.
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Hydro One Networks Inc. has submitted an application to the Ontario Energy Board for the construction of a new transmission line aimed at enhancing power delivery across several regions in Ontario.
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New training programs addressing climate change are being implemented in the Canadian construction industry to equip professionals with necessary skills for net-zero construction practices.
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The average asking rent in Canada has decreased for the 20th consecutive month, driven by an increase in rental supply and a drop in demand, according to recent reports from Rentals.ca and CMHC.
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Broccolini is set to commence construction on The Riv, a significant residential project in Toronto's downtown-east corridor, aimed at addressing the city's rental housing needs.