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CAGBC launches free low carbon training

The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) is launching a free Low Carbon Training Program in partnership with industry associations.
IFMA

IFMA honours industry excellence

The Greater Toronto & South Central Ontario Chapter of IFMA took home the award for Chapter of the Year, Large Chapter, at IFMA's Awards of Excellence ceremony.
Buildings sector pulls back on GHG accelerator

Call for B.C. governments to adopt zero carbon

Leaders in the provincial and national building industry want to see B.C. lead Canada in making all new buildings zero-carbon.
Infrastructure frailties imbue on-reserve risks

Infrastructure frailties imbue on-reserve risks

Ontario's recently released climate risk assessment concludes on-reserve buildings, utilities, storm water management, transportation links and communications networks are already highly vulnerable.

A bold vision for Winnipeg Hudson’s Bay building

Led by the Southern Chiefs’ Organization, Winnipeg's iconic Hudson’s Bay building is undergoing a multi-phased, $130-million transformation.
Indigenous

Indigenous design guides Winnipeg’s largest infill development

Winnipeg's largest and most sustainable infill development started taking shape this week.
Disputed port industry under fire in Saint John

Disputed port industry draws fire in Saint John

The New Brunswick government and Port of Saint John are jointly investigating a fire in the metal recycler's industrial yard and its compliance with the terms and conditions of its lease.
organic waste

Organic waste diversion pilot expands in Alberta

The initiative is targeting the industrial, commercial, and institutional sector located in specific jurisdictions.
Newfoundland's Furey tackles smoking and vaping

Newfoundland’s Furey tackles smoking and vaping

Smoking and vaping to be banned at all of Newfoundland and Labrador's government property, including buildings and associated outdoor space, parking lots and the provincial fleet of vehicles.
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CAGBC secures decarbonization training funds

The Canada Green Building Council is one of seven organizations to receive newly announced skills development funding, addressing labour demands tied to low-carbon economic drivers.
Pilot program to explore coastal adaptation

Pilot program to explore coastal adaptation

Demonstration projects along Canada's Atlantic, Pacific and Northern coasts and in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence river basin to take an integrated approach to climate change adaptation.
Vancouver art gallery

New Vancouver Art Gallery breaks ground

The Vancouver Art Galley held a special Ground Awakening Ceremony to mark the start of construction for its new home in downtown Vancouver.
epilepsy

Saskatoon hospital opens seizure and epilepsy unit

Design input from patients and family members helped create a nurturing, home-like atmosphere for people with difficult-to-diagnose or difficult-to-treat seizures or epilepsy.
Hangar

Downsview Framework Plan awarded Toronto Urban Design Award

Central to the plan is a vision for low-carbon, inclusive, equitable and sustainable mixed-use neighbourhoods that honour the site's aerospace legacy.
Terrace

Construction starts on $2.9B Surrey hospital

Construction of a new hospital and cancer centre in Surrey has begun. Completion is expected in 2029.
Saskatchewan

First Nations celebrates multi-purpose health facility in Saskatchewan

The hospital will enhance primary care and mental health services throughout the three communities of Cote First Nation, Keeseekoose First Nation, and The Key First Nation.
stack carbon

First zero carbon office tower opens in Vancouver

The Stack in Vancouver, a landmark project by Oxford Properties, is the first high-rise commercial tower in North America built to zero carbon standards.