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TSSA aims to improve compliance with safety standards

The Compliance Support Program will be offered to all operators and owners regulated by Ontario’s Technical Standards and Safety Authority.

ISSA Canada forms alliance with TIPS

The Infection Prevention Strategy advisory board brings together leading industry professionals well-versed in infection control and prevention.

IFMA launches CFM practice exam

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has revealed an online practice exam for industry hopefuls pursuing their IFMA Certified Facility Manager (CFM) certification.

Canada’s office co-working market booming

It's a Canadian co-working revolution, and it's transforming the office landscape. According to from CBRE, flexible office companies have expanded their office leasing footprint by 303% since 2014.

Infrastructure report calls for urgent investment

Canada’s public infrastructure requires urgent attention in order to reverse the current state of disrepair, according to latest report.

Fire extinguishers too often a workplace enigma

Employees should be familiar with the location and use of fire extinguishers. Equally important, they should know when to abandon extinguishing efforts.

Ferris Elementary wins Greenest School in Canada competition

As part of World Green Building Week, the Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) and the Canada Coalition for Green Schools recognize Canadian schools that promote sustainability and offer programs that encourage awareness of environmental issues.

October marks global ergonomics month

Ontario's Ministry of Labour is partnering with health and safety partners across the province to present ergonomic-themed events.

Report: The state of mass-timber design

Mass-timber construction is gaining traction across Canada thanks to new product technologies, advanced techniques, and changes within the 2020 National Building Code of Canada (NBCC).

Advancing women engineers initiative launched

The engineering and technology professions in B.C. are launching a new initiative to increase the number of women in science and related occupations.

Quebec’s HFC prohibition dates called untimely

Proposed revisions to Quebec's halocarbon regulation could sideline some commonly used refrigerants before alternatives with lower global warming potential can feasibly be in place.

Funding announced for Canadian cultural facilities

The Government of Canada has announced funding support for a number of recreational and cultural facilities across the country.

BOMA Canada announces top CRE achievers of 2019

This year’s gala presented recipients with a total of 27 awards, recognizing top CRE achievers in the industry from across the country.

Canadian health care delivers climate champions

More than 190 health care organizations collectively represent 17,500 hospitals and related facilities in 28 countries that have signed on to the global effort to improve the sector's resiliency and reduce its environmental footprint.

RICS elects new Americas Board members

The regional board sets the strategic direction in Canada, the U.S., Latin America, Brazil and the Caribbean

Feds invest in Indigenous entrepreneurship hub

This Toronto-based Indigenous Centre for Innovation and Entrepreneurship will be the first business incubator of its kind in southern Ontario.

Ontario invests $26M in Shaw Centre, culture attractions

Ottawa's Shaw Centre is among the Canadian facilities to benefit from the Ontario government's plans to invest up to $26 million towards upgrading the province's culture and tourism attractions