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New green space to revitalize former Royal Alberta Museum site in Edmonton

October 8, 2024

The former Royal Alberta Museum site in Edmonton will become a vibrant green space, enhancing the city’s landscape and offering community benefits.

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Salt Lake City welcomes 173,000 sq ft Hitachi warehouse

October 7, 2024

The new Salt Lake City Hitachi facility can ship up to 500 orders a day from its inventory of over 30,000 different parts.

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Construction Employment Increased by 25,000 in September

October 4, 2024

The construction industry added 25,000 jobs on net in September, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors data analysis.

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Canada’s construction sector remains positive in Q2 2024

October 3, 2024

According to The Canada Construction Monitor Q2 2024, the construction sector displayed positive sentiments in the year’s second quarter despite the continued skilled labor shortage.  Issued by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS), the report depicted steady growth, with the Construction Activity Index reported at +23,…

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Construction costs continue to rise amid inflationary pressures and wage growth

October 3, 2024

North America’s construction faces major labor shortages, with a 500,000-worker shortfall pushing wages and construction costs higher.

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Construction boom faces worker shortage

October 3, 2024

As demand for construction projects rises, contractors face several staffing challenges, including finding skilled and qualified workers.

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Trent University forensics facility first in Canada to receive ILFI Zero Carbon Certification

October 2, 2024

Trent University’s Forensic Facility is the first to earn ILFI Zero Carbon Certification. It features natural ventilation and energy-efficient mechanical systems.

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DOE focuses on states with poor energy-efficiency codes in this round of federal funding

October 2, 2024

The DOE awards $90 million for states to upgrade energy codes in commercial and residential buildings as part of Biden’s Admin Investing in America agenda.

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Hilti awarded grant for robotic drilling arm

October 1, 2024

Hilti’s new grant will support their robotic drilling arm in enhancing construction efficiency and safety when drilling holes.

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Ontario’s $73M boost to accelerate Gardiner Expressway construction

October 1, 2024

Ontario’s $73M investment speeds up Gardiner Expressway construction, moving the completion date to 2026 and reducing Toronto’s traffic congestion.

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