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4 months ago
Tetra Tech Canada has received an award of merit from ACEC-BC for its rapid response to stabilize Thain Creek in North Vancouver, ensuring public safety and ecological restoration after severe flooding.
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Woodcliffe has announced the final designs for The Summerhill, a 32-storey residential project in Toronto's Summerhill neighborhood, featuring heritage restoration and public realm improvements.
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Toronto Pearson International Airport has begun a significant modernization project aimed at enhancing capacity and infrastructure over the next decade, with a total investment of $3 billion.
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The Ontario government has begun significant rehabilitation efforts on a critical stretch of the Trans-Canada Highway, focusing on resurfacing and bridge replacements to enhance infrastructure and support economic activity.
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Irving Shipbuilding has commenced work on the first of Canada's 15 new River-class destroyers, marking a significant advancement in the Royal Canadian Navy's fleet modernization efforts.
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The Ontario government has announced the procurement of three large battery storage projects, which will significantly enhance the province's electricity capacity, providing enough power for 640,000 homes. Environmental groups have lauded this decision as a shift towards cleaner energy solutions.
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The Canadian housing market showed signs of recovery in May 2026, with home sales rising 5.5% from April, driven primarily by demand in Ontario. Despite a year-over-year decline, the market's tightening inventory and stabilizing prices suggest potential for continued improvement.
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Peterson's revised plans for the 6645-6707 Dow Avenue site in Burnaby aim to replace existing low-rise buildings with a mixed-use development featuring two high-rise towers and additional rental units.
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Metro Vancouver's outside workers' union has consented to mediation with the Labour Relations Board, coinciding with the commencement of strike action by its members.
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The British Columbia government is exploring the development of two new hydroelectric dams, including the Site E project, in response to anticipated increases in electricity demand.
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The B.C. government has terminated its agreement with the Cross Fraser Partnership for the George Massey Tunnel replacement project, valued at $4.15 billion, citing a lack of agreement on commercial terms. The province will retender the project to enhance competition and seek better value for taxpayers.
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Okanagan College is set to receive 256 new skilled-trades training seats as part of B.C.'s Look West strategy, aimed at addressing workforce needs in high-demand sectors.