Latest articles and insights from the construction industry
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Statistics Canada reports a substantial increase in building permits in Saskatchewan, highlighting the province's robust construction activity and economic growth.
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The Province of Ontario is funding new educational infrastructure in the Niagara Region, including a new school and expansions to existing facilities, aimed at accommodating growing student populations.
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Gairloch Developments has started construction on a new purpose-built rental building in Toronto, marking a significant step in the company's long-term housing strategy.
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Hydro One Networks Inc. has submitted applications to the Ontario Energy Board to construct two significant transmission lines aimed at bolstering electricity supply in Ontario. The projects, valued at approximately $3 billion, are set for completion between 2029 and 2030.
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The construction industry grapples with bid-rigging allegations, prompting a new initiative aimed at restoring trust and compliance among firms.
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TMU President Mohamed Lachemi receives the OPEA Gold Medal for his contributions to engineering and sustainable construction.
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The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Canada (ACEC) celebrates National Consulting Engineering Day, emphasizing the sector's significant economic contributions and the importance of consulting engineers in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the country.
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As summer approaches, the Toronto housing market is showing signs of increased buyer activity, with expectations for a more robust season despite economic uncertainties.
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Tarion updates its new home warranty program to enhance consumer protection, requiring buyers to register their purchase agreements within 45 days to qualify for maximum coverage, effective January 1, 2027.
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The new Ontario Science Centre, part of the Ontario Place redevelopment, is set to open in 2029 with a budget of $1.04 billion, despite controversies surrounding the closure of the old facility.
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The Greater Vancouver Regional District Employees’ Union has initiated an indefinite overtime ban impacting essential operations, citing unresolved issues in their contract negotiations with Metro Vancouver.
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Dozens of protesters in Burnaby, B.C., voiced their frustration over the provincial government's cancellation of a crucial hospital expansion project, which was intended to increase capacity and improve local healthcare services.