The numbers behind construction’s diversity problem
Construction diversity in the trades is evolving as more companies are using equitable hiring practices to meet growing labor demands.
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GE Vernova to build $70M SMR engineering centre in Ontario
GE Vernova Hitachi invests $70M in first BWRX‑300 SMR engineering centre at Darlington, bolstering Canada’s nuclear supply chain.
CMHC report shows Canada must nearly double homebuilding to achieve affordable housing
According to CMHC Canada must double homebuilding to 430–480K units/year by 2035 to restore affordable housing and slow rent growth.
Ontario set to begin construction on Highway 413
Construction on Highway 413 is set to begin in 2025, creating thousands of jobs and contributing $350 million annually to Ontario's GDP.
Inside Tampa Airport’s new Airside D terminal project
Tampa International Airport is adding a $1.5B terminal to handle 10M more travelers annually. See what’s coming by 2028.
Palantir expands into nuclear construction with new software deal
Palantir teams up with The Nuclear Company to fast-track AI-powered reactor construction, backed by a $100 million investment.
Provincial regulations can help solve Canada’s homebuilding crisis
A report found zoning, permitting, code reform, and risk mapping are critical levers for unlocking Canada’s homebuilding crisis.
Data center demand is getting out of control: Can builders keep up?
Data center demand is booming, but power delays and equipment shortages are slowing builds, forcing construction pros to adapt.
Builders double down on billion-dollar deals as megaprojects boom
Projects like the Gateway Program are signalling a shift of governments spending on infrastructure. Learn how builders are riding the wave of the megaprojects boom.
Biodiesel: The solution to the construction industry’s carbon issue?
Biodiesel is a carbon-neutral fuel option that offers benefits like improved engine operation and reduced CO2 emissions for various vehicles.
Circular construction: A $360B opportunity hiding in plain sight
Using construction waste could add $360B in value by 2050 with better use of construction waste like steel, aluminum, and plastics.
DJI drone ban is looming: What’s at stake for construction pros
A potential DJI drone ban in 2025 could disrupt photogrammetry and construction workflows. Here's what professionals should know.
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