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Infrastructure Ontario Reports $25 Billion in Upcoming Projects

4 months ago

Infrastructure Ontario Reports $25 Billion in Upcoming Projects

Infrastructure Ontario reveals a market update showcasing over $25 billion in projects, emphasizing significant investments in healthcare, transportation, and correctional facilities.

Federal Regulators Accelerate Power Connections for AI Data Centers Amid Rising Demand

4 months ago

Federal Regulators Accelerate Power Connections for AI Data Centers Amid Rising Demand

Federal regulators have approved measures to expedite connections for large energy users, particularly AI data centers, to the U.S. power grid, addressing concerns over rising energy demands and local community impacts.

Ground Honored for Future Ontario Mine Rescue Training Academy in Sudbury

4 months ago

Ground Honored for Future Ontario Mine Rescue Training Academy in Sudbury

Workplace Safety North and Ontario Mine Rescue have commenced plans for a new training facility in Sudbury, Ontario, set to enhance emergency preparedness training across various sectors.

Canderel Breaks Ground on Forêt Forest Hill, a Major Midtown Toronto Development

4 months ago

Canderel Breaks Ground on Forêt Forest Hill, a Major Midtown Toronto Development

Canderel has commenced construction on its Forêt Forest Hill project in Toronto, securing financing amid a challenging market. The development features three residential towers and various community amenities.

BC Government Approves Block-Caving at Red Chris Mine Following Worker Incident

4 months ago

BC Government Approves Block-Caving at Red Chris Mine Following Worker Incident

The British Columbia government has granted an amended environmental assessment certificate for block-caving operations at the Red Chris Mine, allowing for underground mining after a previous incident where workers were trapped.

Federal and B.C. Governments Announce Major Investments for Housing and Infrastructure in Tumbler Ridge

4 months ago

Federal and B.C. Governments Announce Major Investments for Housing and Infrastructure in Tumbler Ridge

The federal and British Columbia governments have unveiled a significant investment package aimed at enhancing housing development and infrastructure in the province, particularly focusing on Tumbler Ridge, where a tragic mass shooting occurred earlier this year.

Construction Underway for New Integrated Health Centre in Vanderhoof, B.C.

4 months ago

Construction Underway for New Integrated Health Centre in Vanderhoof, B.C.

Construction has commenced on a new integrated primary and community care centre in Vanderhoof, B.C., with an anticipated cost of $35.8 million, funded by provincial and regional health authorities.

Patkau Architects Receives Fifth AIA Architecture Award for Innovative Arbour House Design

4 months ago

Patkau Architects Receives Fifth AIA Architecture Award for Innovative Arbour House Design

Patkau Architects has been awarded its fifth AIA Architecture Award for the Arbour House, a project that integrates landscape and architectural elements in Victoria, British Columbia.

B.C. Government Faces Backlash Over Proposed New Hydropower Projects Amid Environmental Concerns

4 months ago

B.C. Government Faces Backlash Over Proposed New Hydropower Projects Amid Environmental Concerns

The British Columbia government is facing criticism for considering new hydropower projects, including a fourth dam on the Peace River, as environmental groups highlight the negative impacts of the recently completed Site C dam.

Fort McMurray Residents Take Matters into Their Own Hands Amid Pothole Crisis

4 months ago

Fort McMurray Residents Take Matters into Their Own Hands Amid Pothole Crisis

Frustrated by the deteriorating condition of Highway 63, a group of Fort McMurray residents led by businessman Mohamed Tarrabin took to the streets to fill potholes, threatening further civil disobedience if government action is not taken.

BGC Engineering Honored with ACEC-BC Award for Pioneering Climate Risk Assessment

4 months ago

BGC Engineering Honored with ACEC-BC Award for Pioneering Climate Risk Assessment

BGC Engineering has received the ACEC-BC Award of Excellence for its groundbreaking project assessing disaster and climate risks across British Columbia, providing crucial geospatial data to enhance community resilience.