Earthship homes are off-grid, self-sustaining houses built with recycled materials, passive solar design, and closed-loop water systems. This article explains how Earthships work, what they cost, and the benefits and challenges of this unconventional approach to sustainable home building.

From skyline-defining towers to hospitals, transit lines, and energy infrastructure, Stantec’s projects show how design and engineering can shape healthier, more connected communities across Canada and around the world.

Explore our picks of the 6 most innovative products at CONEXPO presented on media day.

Vancouver has approved temporary fee cuts and faster approvals to help keep more than 20,000 housing units moving toward construction, reducing costs and delays that have stalled many projects.

The DJI FlyCart 100 brings heavy-lift aerial delivery to real-world construction and industrial sites. Built to move equipment into remote or hard-to-access areas, it helps crews speed up logistics, reduce risk, and keep projects moving when ground access is limited.

At CONEXPO 2026, Caterpillar unveiled a suite of new machines designed to boost safety, efficiency, and productivity on modern jobsites.

This guide highlights the best robot vacuum cleaners, from hands-free vacuum-and-mop models to budget options, helping homeowners and pet owners choose the right fit.

Pinnacle International has topped out Pinnacle SkyTower at 100 storeys, marking the first building in Canadian history to reach that height and setting a new benchmark for Toronto’s skyline.

What if construction built wealth, not just buildings? This story explores community ownership models like land trusts and cooperatives that aim to keep land, housing, and long-term value in local hands—reshaping who truly benefits when development is done.

More than 2,640 people donned safety vests at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026 in a Guinness World Record attempt to raise awareness about construction safety.