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Ontario is set to expand its jail capacity by 2,500 beds over the next decade, investing $3 billion to tackle severe overcrowding in its correctional facilities.
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The Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council is set to establish a new Trades Exhibition Hall in Cape Breton, building on the success of its existing facility in Halifax, with plans to open in 2026 or 2027.
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As the construction of data centres surges in the U.S., residents and activists are mounting significant opposition, threatening the industry's rapid expansion.
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The British Columbia government is investing in new technology to predict and prevent lightning-related wildfires. Skyward Wildfire Technologies' innovative approach aims to mitigate ignition risks associated with lightning strikes.
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Canada's North is set to see a surge in infrastructure and military projects, with over $35 billion allocated for investments in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, and Yukon. The projects include roads, ports, hydro dams, power lines, military buildings, and airstrips, all aimed at bolstering the region's construction capacity. Key stakeholders emphasize the importance of engaging local Indigenous communities and addressing the shortage of skilled labor in the sparsely populated area.
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The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) is expanding its mortgage loan insurance offering to include more options for prefabricated and modular homes. This move aims to double housing starts over the next decade by exploring new ways of building. Homebuyers can now purchase factory-built homes with a minimum down payment of five per cent and access CMHC-insured financing for their mortgage.
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AtkinsRéalis Group Inc. reported a 34% increase in profits last quarter, driven by the growth of its nuclear division. The company is capitalizing on the demand for energy-hungry AI data centres, with nuclear technology playing a key role in their expansion.
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Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have announced plans for the construction of a new bitumen pipeline to the West Coast, with a proposed start date in fall 2027. The project is part of a larger energy deal signed last fall, which includes a new carbon emissions pricing scheme in Alberta. The announcement also highlights commitments to consultation with First Nations and engagement with British Columbia.
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Halifax Mayor Andy Fillmore expresses regret over missed opportunities in the redevelopment of the former Bloomfield school site on Agricola Street. Despite a failed proposal from Daniels Corp. over a decade ago, the site remains undeveloped. The contrast with the successful Regent Park project in Toronto is stark.
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A new model is set to bring 'socially inspired capital' to support greater investment in affordable housing in Canada. Partners for Affordable Housing, a non-profit organization, is leading the initiative to connect philanthropists, corporations, and social-impact investors to address the housing crisis. The foundation will make its first grants in the new year.
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A new national initiative, Partners for Affordable Housing, is launching to scale affordable housing philanthropy across Canada. The initiative aims to fill a void in fundraising resources for housing non-profits and hopes to raise $200 million a year within a decade.
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The world is facing an unprecedented affordable housing crisis, with 2.8 billion people lacking access to adequate housing. Innovative projects from across the globe are showcasing how high-quality affordable housing can be built and sustained for those in need.