Latest articles and insights from the construction industry
3 months ago
Gairloch Developments has started construction on a new purpose-built rental building in Toronto, marking a significant step in the company's long-term housing strategy.
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Hydro One Networks Inc. has submitted applications to the Ontario Energy Board to construct two significant transmission lines aimed at bolstering electricity supply in Ontario. The projects, valued at approximately $3 billion, are set for completion between 2029 and 2030.
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The construction industry grapples with bid-rigging allegations, prompting a new initiative aimed at restoring trust and compliance among firms.
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TMU President Mohamed Lachemi receives the OPEA Gold Medal for his contributions to engineering and sustainable construction.
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The Association of Consulting Engineering Companies – Canada (ACEC) celebrates National Consulting Engineering Day, emphasizing the sector's significant economic contributions and the importance of consulting engineers in delivering vital infrastructure projects across the country.
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As summer approaches, the Toronto housing market is showing signs of increased buyer activity, with expectations for a more robust season despite economic uncertainties.
3 months ago
Tarion updates its new home warranty program to enhance consumer protection, requiring buyers to register their purchase agreements within 45 days to qualify for maximum coverage, effective January 1, 2027.
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The new Ontario Science Centre, part of the Ontario Place redevelopment, is set to open in 2029 with a budget of $1.04 billion, despite controversies surrounding the closure of the old facility.
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The Greater Vancouver Regional District Employees’ Union has initiated an indefinite overtime ban impacting essential operations, citing unresolved issues in their contract negotiations with Metro Vancouver.
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Dozens of protesters in Burnaby, B.C., voiced their frustration over the provincial government's cancellation of a crucial hospital expansion project, which was intended to increase capacity and improve local healthcare services.
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Caroline Mulroney, Ontario's cabinet minister, has announced her resignation effective June 5, 2026, marking a significant political shift in the province's leadership. Her departure will lead to a byelection in her riding of York-Simcoe.
3 months ago
The Liberal government has announced the closure of the Nanisivik naval station on Baffin Island as part of cost-cutting measures, citing operational inefficiencies and high costs.