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Essential Lessons for Public Procurement: Navigating the Law of Tender and Bid-Rigging

3 months ago

Essential Lessons for Public Procurement: Navigating the Law of Tender and Bid-Rigging

This article outlines critical lessons for those involved in public procurement, focusing on adherence to the law of tender and the identification of bid-rigging.

Ontario Municipalities Can Now Apply for Development Charge Reduction Funding

3 months ago

Ontario Municipalities Can Now Apply for Development Charge Reduction Funding

Ontario municipalities are invited to apply for funding through the new Development Charge Reduction Program aimed at facilitating housing-enabling infrastructure projects.

Nicole El-Sayah Honored for Advocacy in Construction Community

3 months ago

Nicole El-Sayah Honored for Advocacy in Construction Community

Nicole El-Sayah of EllisDon receives the inaugural OGCA Women in Construction Award for her dedication to inclusivity within the construction sector.

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month: The Construction Sector's Role in Reconciliation

3 months ago

Celebrating National Indigenous History Month: The Construction Sector's Role in Reconciliation

This June, Canada observes National Indigenous History Month, emphasizing the importance of Indigenous culture and the role of the construction sector in fostering reconciliation.

Metro Vancouver Penalized $170,000 Following Serious Workplace Injury During Watermain Operations

3 months ago

Metro Vancouver Penalized $170,000 Following Serious Workplace Injury During Watermain Operations

Metro Vancouver has been fined after a worker was injured during a high-risk operation involving a watermain. The incident raised concerns about workplace safety and compliance with regulations.

Raji Mangat Appointed as Public-Interest Board Member of WorkSafeBC

3 months ago

Raji Mangat Appointed as Public-Interest Board Member of WorkSafeBC

Raji Mangat has been appointed as a public-interest board member of WorkSafeBC, filling a vacancy and bringing over 20 years of legal experience.

Unity Health Toronto Unveils New Ambulatory Care Centre at St. Michael's Hospital

3 months ago

Unity Health Toronto Unveils New Ambulatory Care Centre at St. Michael's Hospital

Unity Health Toronto has officially opened a new ambulatory care centre at St. Michael's Hospital, enhancing patient care in the region.

Celebrating Excellence in Agricultural Construction: CFBA Awards Recognize Top Projects

3 months ago

Celebrating Excellence in Agricultural Construction: CFBA Awards Recognize Top Projects

The CFBA Awards recently honored outstanding agricultural construction projects, showcasing innovative designs and craftsmanship by its members.

Canada Faces Technical Recession as Economic Growth Stalls in Q1

3 months ago

Canada Faces Technical Recession as Economic Growth Stalls in Q1

Statistics Canada reports a stalled economy in the first quarter, marking a second consecutive decline in real GDP, with implications for various sectors, including construction.

AECOM Secures Top Position on DCC’s National A&E Source List Worth Up to $270 Million

3 months ago

AECOM Secures Top Position on DCC’s National A&E Source List Worth Up to $270 Million

AECOM has been awarded a significant multi-year contract by Defence Construction Canada to provide architecture and engineering services, potentially valued at $270 million.

Tim Hortons Invests $400 Million in Restaurant Expansion and Renovations Across Canada

3 months ago

Tim Hortons Invests $400 Million in Restaurant Expansion and Renovations Across Canada

Tim Hortons is set to invest $400 million in new builds and renovations across Canada, focusing on enhancing restaurant designs and supporting local tradespeople.