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IFMA Toronto introduces new executive board

IFMA Toronto recently introduced its new executive board of directors, elected on May 15. As of July 1, Nick Heibein steps into the role of president.

Healthcare facility to undergo $10-mil revamp

Construction has begun on the planned $10-million redevelopment of a healthcare facility located in Powerview-Pine Falls, Man.

Ontario to invest $47.8-mil in new hospital wing

Ontario is investing up to $47.8 million in the construction of a new hospital wing at St. Joseph’s Hospital in Thunder Bay.

Acklands-Grainger opens T.O. distribution centre

Acklands-Grainger Inc., the largest distributor of industrial, safety and fastener products in Canada, held the grand opening of its new Toronto distribution centre on June 11.

Ontario invests in Credit Valley Hospital reno

Trillium Health Partners’ Credit Valley Hospital will benefit from an Ontario investment of up to $117.74 million to redevelop 187,000 square feet of existing hospital

Hamilton extols space for creative industries

Hamilton promotes its ample stock of affordable space for creative industries to Toronto ubanists and investors.

Company faces $70,000 fine after worker injury

A judge imposed a $70,000 fine on a concrete formwork company on June 4 in connection with a worker injury.

AVG Technologies opens new facility in Ottawa

AVG Technologies has opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art AVG Business facility in Ottawa, Ont.

Toronto to revisit alternative work arrangements

This week, Toronto City Council will consider introducing flexible hours or alternative work arrangements for City of Toronto employees, agencies and corporations.

Ryder opens new facility in Newfoundland

Ryder Canada, a commercial fleet management, dedicated transportation and supply chain solutions company, has opened a new facility in Newfoundland.

Guide defines indoor air quality competencies

Two respected professional associations have collaborated to produce a first-ever compendium of knowledge and skills that competent indoor air quality (IAQ) practitioners should possess. The

Thermal exchange embedded in office furniture

In future, a desk could serve double duty as a thermal exchange unit that helps save energy and enhance indoor environmental quality. French designers have

Market to lure foodies to North Van waterfront

The developer of a mixed-use, master-planned community on North Vancouver’s waterfront sees it as a future draw for foodies and related business ventures. Concert Properties

Accessibility certification program in the works

The Ontario government announced May 29 that it will develop an accessibility certification program that will recognize leaders in accessibility.

Constitution Square achieves LEED Platinum

Constitution Square in downtown Ottawa is the first office complex in the area to earn LEED Platinum EB certification.

BOMA Toronto celebrates building excellence

About 500 real estate professionals gathered at the Ritz-Carelton Hotel in downtown Toronto on May 15 for BOMA Toronto’s 17th annual Celebration of Excellence Awards Gala.
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Voith Industrial Services wins major FM contract

Voith Industrial Services has won a major facilities management contract for Jaguar Land Rover’s new Wolverhampton-based engine manufacturing centre.