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Temporary UFC Cage Construction Begins on White House Lawn for 250th Anniversary Celebration

3 months ago

Temporary UFC Cage Construction Begins on White House Lawn for 250th Anniversary Celebration

Construction crews are erecting a temporary octagon-shaped cage on the South Lawn of the White House for a UFC event next month, marking the nation’s 250th anniversary and President Trump's 80th birthday.

Construction Begins on 255 New Rental Homes in Davenport, Toronto

3 months ago

Construction Begins on 255 New Rental Homes in Davenport, Toronto

Groundbreaking for a significant rental housing project in Toronto's Davenport neighborhood marks the start of construction for 255 new rental units, including 51 affordable homes, supported by city initiatives.

Sucro Can Canada Unveils New Sugar Refinery at Port of Hamilton

3 months ago

Sucro Can Canada Unveils New Sugar Refinery at Port of Hamilton

Sucro Can Canada and HOPA Ports celebrate the opening of a $135 million sugar refinery at Pier 15, designed to enhance local food manufacturing supply chains.

Unique High-Rise Proposal in Surrey Includes New Mosque

3 months ago

Unique High-Rise Proposal in Surrey Includes New Mosque

A new high-rise development proposal in Surrey not only seeks to add residential units but also includes a mosque, marking a unique blend of community needs.

TD Bank Launches Agentic AI Model to Transform Mortgage Application Process

3 months ago

TD Bank Launches Agentic AI Model to Transform Mortgage Application Process

TD Bank has unveiled its first agentic AI model aimed at revolutionizing the mortgage and HELOC application process, significantly reducing review times.

Ksi Lisims Project to Supply LNG to German Utility for Two Decades

3 months ago

Ksi Lisims Project to Supply LNG to German Utility for Two Decades

The Ksi Lisims project in British Columbia has secured a long-term agreement to supply liquefied natural gas to a German utility, marking a significant development in Canada's energy export strategy.

Winnipeg Secures $28 Million Settlement from Contractor Over Police HQ Controversy

3 months ago

Winnipeg Secures $28 Million Settlement from Contractor Over Police HQ Controversy

Winnipeg has received a $28 million payment from contractor Caspian related to the Police Service Headquarters project, marking the culmination of several payments totaling nearly $30 million as the city recovers losses from a contentious project that exceeded its budget by over $70 million.

U.S. Trade Representative Confirms Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Despite Trade Agreement

3 months ago

U.S. Trade Representative Confirms Tariffs on Canada and Mexico Despite Trade Agreement

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer states that tariffs will remain on Canada and Mexico, highlighting the complexities in trade negotiations under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement.

Public Invited to Provide Feedback on Land Use Objectives for Sea to Sky Region

3 months ago

Public Invited to Provide Feedback on Land Use Objectives for Sea to Sky Region

Residents and stakeholders are encouraged to review and comment on proposed land use objectives in the Sea to Sky Region, aimed at protecting Indigenous cultural values and enhancing forestry operations.

Women in Construction Gala Highlights Negotiation Strategies and Celebrates Achievements

3 months ago

Women in Construction Gala Highlights Negotiation Strategies and Celebrates Achievements

The 2026 Women in Construction Gala, hosted by the Ontario General Contractors Association, focused on empowering women in the construction industry through negotiation strategies and recognized outstanding contributions with inaugural awards.

Addressing the Skilled Trades Shortage: Industry Leaders Call for Strategic Changes

3 months ago

Addressing the Skilled Trades Shortage: Industry Leaders Call for Strategic Changes

As Canada invests heavily in trades training, industry leaders emphasize the need for strategic policy changes to effectively attract and retain skilled workers in the construction sector.