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Aecon Group Inc. has been awarded an $815 million contract by the City of Winnipeg for upgrading the North End Water Pollution Control Centre, marking a significant milestone in water infrastructure development.
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The Canadian residential real estate market sees home prices stabilize in June 2026, ending a decline streak, but challenges remain as sales and listings fluctuate.
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The Port of Vancouver's upgrade plans, including a significant expansion of container capacity, have been referred to Canada's Major Projects Office for potential fast-tracking, with the goal of enhancing trade capacity and boosting the economy.
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Outdoor workers in southern Ontario are adapting to hazardous air quality due to wildfire smoke, with some canceling work and others taking precautions to continue operations.
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Ontario is seeking help from the federal government to evacuate northern communities threatened by wildfires as more than 180 blazes rage across the province.
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An Italian court has convicted the former CEO of Autostrade and 29 others for their roles in the 2018 Genoa bridge disaster that claimed 43 lives, emphasizing the need for accountability in infrastructure maintenance.
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Hamilton city councillors voted against a proposed temporary pause on new data centres, which could have set a precedent in Canada amidst rising concerns over their environmental impact.
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WorkSafeBC has announced that the average base rate for 2027 will remain at $1.55 per $100 of payroll, marking the 10th consecutive year at this level. The organization plans to return nearly $1 billion in surplus funds to employers.
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TELUS is set to expand its AI data center operations in British Columbia with three new facilities, aiming to enhance Canada’s AI infrastructure and meet rising demand.
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The Saskatoon Central Library, set to complete in 2027, features a design that integrates Indigenous and Métis heritage with contemporary educational spaces, emphasizing sustainability and inclusivity.
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Bird Construction Inc. announces significant project awards totaling approximately $1 billion, spanning various sectors including nuclear, marine, industrial, and educational infrastructure across Canada.
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The Canadian Construction Documents Committee has introduced new Progressive Design-Build contracts in response to increasing demand for collaborative project delivery methods.