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Enhancing Employer Confidence: The Key to Increasing Apprentices in Canada's Skilled Trades

4 months ago

Enhancing Employer Confidence: The Key to Increasing Apprentices in Canada's Skilled Trades

A call for aggressive income tax relief to bolster employer participation in training apprentices in the skilled trades, emphasizing the need for a supportive business environment.

Understanding Corrosion Mapping Tests: A Key to Effective Structural Assessment

4 months ago

Understanding Corrosion Mapping Tests: A Key to Effective Structural Assessment

Explore the significance of corrosion mapping tests in assessing the condition of reinforced concrete structures, emphasizing their role in service-life prediction, repair design, and post-intervention validation.

Innovative Concrete Mixes: Biochar and Desert Sand Pave the Way for Sustainable Construction

4 months ago

Innovative Concrete Mixes: Biochar and Desert Sand Pave the Way for Sustainable Construction

Research into biochar and desert sand as sustainable concrete alternatives is gaining traction, with major industry players beginning to adopt these materials.

Top 10 Pre-Bid Arena and Stadium Projects in Canada as of June 2026

4 months ago

Top 10 Pre-Bid Arena and Stadium Projects in Canada as of June 2026

Explore the leading pre-bid arena and stadium projects across Canada, showcasing significant developments and their implications for the construction industry.

Water Supply Alert Lifted in Edmonton Following Heavy Rainfall

4 months ago

Water Supply Alert Lifted in Edmonton Following Heavy Rainfall

Edmonton's water supply alert has been lifted after heavy rainfall caused pressure on the stormwater systems. Residents can return to normal water usage as forecasts predict improvement in weather conditions.

Tragic Construction Incident in Brampton Claims Life

4 months ago

Tragic Construction Incident in Brampton Claims Life

A man tragically lost his life after falling into a construction hole in Brampton, Ontario. The Ministry of Labour is now investigating the incident, which occurred on Kennedy Road South.

Ontario First Nations Partner with Governments on Nuclear Reactor Ownership

4 months ago

Ontario First Nations Partner with Governments on Nuclear Reactor Ownership

Several First Nations in Ontario have entered a historic partnership with federal and provincial governments to co-own a new nuclear reactor, marking a significant step in economic reconciliation and energy production.

Red Chris Mine Expansion Moves Forward with Safety Lessons from Past Collapse

4 months ago

Red Chris Mine Expansion Moves Forward with Safety Lessons from Past Collapse

Newmont Corp. is advancing the Red Chris mine expansion in British Columbia, applying safety lessons from a previous collapse. The project aims to enhance copper production and improve safety standards.

MHCA Receives Commemorative Keepsake from Portage and Main Intersection Project

4 months ago

MHCA Receives Commemorative Keepsake from Portage and Main Intersection Project

The Manitoba Heavy Construction Association was presented with a unique keepsake from the Portage and Main intersection, crafted from iconic concrete barriers by MD Steele Construction.

New Residential Rental Community Amadeus Opens in Kamloops

4 months ago

New Residential Rental Community Amadeus Opens in Kamloops

Cedar Coast and Orion Construction have unveiled Amadeus, a new residential rental community in Kamloops, B.C., aimed at enhancing local housing options.

Launch of Canadian Association for the Practice of Architecture Aims to Strengthen Industry Voice

4 months ago

Launch of Canadian Association for the Practice of Architecture Aims to Strengthen Industry Voice

The Canadian Association for the Practice of Architecture has launched to advocate for architectural firms across Canada, addressing shared challenges in a rapidly evolving industry.

Amrize Breaks Ground on Advanced Cement Plant Modernization in Saint-Constant

4 months ago

Amrize Breaks Ground on Advanced Cement Plant Modernization in Saint-Constant

Amrize has initiated a significant modernization project at its cement plant in Saint-Constant, Quebec, aimed at enhancing production efficiency and sustainability.