Digging In Podcast: Prompt Payment Arrives in BC, FinallyPrompt payment is coming to BC. Deep Sky has chosen Manitoba for a $200 million project. Plus, Egllandon Cross Town LRT begins final testing.
Holcim enters B.C. precast market with major acquisitionHolcim has acquired 75-year-old Langley Concrete Group Inc.
Ontario proposes revamp of long-term energy planningFuelling demand is the rapid expansion of data-centre projects.
CIB announces $100M loan for Inuvialiuit gas well developmentthe project is expected to cut emissions by up to 40,000 tonnes annually.
Ontario study: $11B over 10 years could end chronic homelessnessIn 2024, over 80,000 Ontarians were identified as homeless, reflecting a 25% increase since 2022.
ICBA: 72% of B.C. contractors can’t find enough tradespeopleThe association says government must tackle this issue and others.
CCA report: Sector faces mixed economic prospectsFall data shows material costs, policy developments and more shaping construction prospects.
IBG launches multi-tenant building design libraryThey believe the online platform, IBG Designs can help small communities and organizations create affordable housing.
Preferred systems, trackwork team selected for SkyTrain workThe team will now begin initial design work and planning.
Future of Work panel tackles technology and collaborationLeaders say the industry must work together to succeed with housing, infrastructure and more.
Construction and Skilled Trades month kicks off in B.C.The annual event honours the men and women who work in the industry.
Tilbury Marine Jetty project secures critical B.C. certificateWith the provincial certificate obtained, the project team is now awaiting federal approval.
CMLC: $1B in major project work advancing in 2024The work includes Calgary’s new event centre and the BMO Centre expansion.
B.C. rolls out two new initiatives to increase housing supplyThe measures are intended to speed up permitting and encourage homeowners to rent suites.
Ontario to expand mobile trades classroom effortsThe Trades & Tech Trucks are expected to reach nearly 500,000 people across the province.
Animal bridge to help save iconic bighorn sheep in B.C.Collisions have caused herd numbers to dwindle dangerously low.
EllisDon wins $3.6B contract for South Niagara HospitalWork on the project is expected to start this summer and wrap in 2028.
Pyramid mystery solved?A new report digs into how ancient waterways may have aided construction of the Khufu Pyramid.
Victoria to require zero carbon construction by 2025B.C.’s capital is wanting to lead the way in kicking carbon to the curb with new building requirements.
