Latest articles and insights from the construction industry
3 months ago
The real estate market in the Lower Mainland continues to experience a downturn, with significant year-over-year declines in both home sales and prices, as reported by local real estate boards.
3 months ago
An overview of significant promotions and new hires in the real estate and development sector in Canada during May 2026.
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Upfield Capital, in partnership with Arrowleaf Real Estate, has acquired the Cornerstone at Uplands, a 181-unit townhome rental community in Edmonton, addressing a gap in the rental market for family-oriented housing.
3 months ago
President Trump has announced adjustments to tariffs on steel, aluminum, and copper imports, affecting agricultural and industrial equipment. The changes aim to support the agricultural sector ahead of the midterm elections.
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Metro Vancouver is conducting an independent review of the North Shore wastewater treatment plant as costs escalate to $3.86 billion, following a settlement with the original contractor.
3 months ago
The Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) has introduced a new Indigenous Reconciliation Action Plan (IRAP) with commitments aimed at enhancing Indigenous representation in the workforce and fostering economic partnerships across the construction sector.
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Recent data reveals that electrical incidents predominantly affect non-electrical workers, prompting BC Hydro and WorkSafeBC to emphasize the need for increased safety awareness.
3 months ago
Marigold Infrastructure Partners faces a $120,000 fine after a worker was seriously injured on the Edmonton Valley West Line project, with implications for safety compliance in construction.
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The Alberta government has announced an additional $300,000 investment for the BLUprint skilled trades program at TELUS Spark Science Centre, building on previous funding to enhance trades education for youth.
3 months ago
Wolseley Canada is making a significant investment in groundwater research by donating $10,000 to Living Lake Canada’s Oldman Watershed Groundwater Program, aimed at developing a framework for monitoring groundwater in Alberta.
3 months ago
Englobe Corporation has announced its acquisition of Pluritec, a multidisciplinary engineering consulting firm based in Trois-Rivières, Québec, to bolster its service offerings in integrated infrastructure projects.
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Cielo Condos reaches a significant construction milestone with the completion of structural formwork for its 34-storey tower in Toronto's Annex, integrating historic church restoration into the project.