Industry News
Western U breaks ground on Pathogen Research Centre
The facility will be home to a microbial transmission facility, the first of its kind in the world.
NYG hospital issues RFP for new patient tower
A new patient care tower at North York General will be part of the hospital's largest expansion in its 56-year history.
New Major Projects Office to fast track infrastructure
The federal government has launched the new Major Projects Office based in Calgary, with offices planned in other major Canadian cities.
Proposed plan for Guelph Innovation District
Guelph City Council is considering a proposed plan for a major development that will shape how the city grows over the next 50 years.
IFMA Fellows announced for 2025
The International Facility Management Association bestowed its highest annual honour upon three industry professionals.
Energy charges Indigenous economic development
Ontario opens new round of funding for economic and community development initiatives tied to renewable energy, conservation and replacement of diesel-fired generation in remote First Nations.
GRESB to pilot data centre benchmark
GRESB, the global assessment of ESG performance in commercial real estate portfolios, will begin testing a dedicated sustainability benchmark for data centres in the fall of 2025.
Guelph rec facilities get $11M funding boost
Provincial investments will expand access to recreational opportunities in Guelph.
SFU art museum set to open in September
Simon Fraser University will open the Marianne and Edward Gibson Art Museum on September 20.
Canadian retail rents steady thus far in 2025
Retail rents held steady in the first half of what’s been a tumultuous year for Canadian consumers, merchandisers and mall landlords.
IFMA announces Top Global FM Influencers
IFMA recognized 36 professionals who are shaping the future of facility management through innovation and leadership.
Papineauville arena to become multifunctional sports centre
The City of Papineauville is moving forward with the redevelopment of its former arena that was closed down in 2017.
Federal aid targets women with disabilities in the workforce
A new project is tackling the systemic obstacles that keep women with disabilities from achieving their full potential in the workforce.
Ontario to require full-time office presence
More than half of provincial employees can already be found in Ontario government offices from Monday through Friday, while the remainder have had the option to work off-site up to two days per week.
Ontario launches $5B-program for sectors slammed by tariffs
The Ontario government launched the first phase of its $5-billion financial support plan for businesses that have been impacted by higher (section 232) tariff rates.
Sustainable steerage for refrigeration and AC
ASHRAE and the United Nations Environmental Programme (UNEP) have released a new series of checklists to promote sustainable operations of refrigeration and air-conditioning plants.
A new home for the London Justice Centre
The facility expansion showcases critical supports for at-risk young adults.




















