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New housing options for seniors in Canada

Baby boomers are living longer and staying healthier, making new housing options for seniors in Canada an exciting opportunity for developers.

Toronto island airport expansion up in the air

Toronto city council voted to begin talks with the Toronto Port Authority and Transport Canada to look at a possible Toronto island airport expansion.

Tech sector driving growth in Waterloo

The tech sector is driving growth in Waterloo region. To manage a growing population, the area is looking to increase density and expand transit.

Design that pops

This past April, Coca-Cola Canada officially opened its new 100,000-square-foot headquarters in downtown Toronto.

Government building achieves LEED gold

PWGSC's Douglas Jung Building recently achieved a LEED gold rating in the category of ...

Fire safety planning

For building managers, a thorough and up-to-date fire safety plan is vital for both the safety of occupants and the preservation of the premises.

Ergonomic workstation guidelines

Taking an ergonomic approach to setting up a workstation simply involves looking at how each employee works. The two main areas to focus on are the office chair and work surface/desk.

Preparing an emergency response plan

Here are five steps to get started on a comprehensive emergency response plan.

The designer’s role in green leases

Designers have a significant role in providing design solutions that address terms and conditions of green leases.

Grey water technology flush with savings

Grey water recovery systems are starting to gain traction in commercial and multi-residential buildings because of their ...

From outdated building to LEED gold labs

UBC's Biological Sciences complex recently received LEED gold, which was very challenging to achieve due to the ...

Repairing carpet damage left by office furniture

When office carpet becomes damaged it's time to repair or replace. If the appearance is still fair to good, and the ...

A smooth office move

Here are six tips to manage a successful office relocation.

Transitioning to a paperless office

A paperless office frees up space, increases efficiency and lowers a company's carbon footprint.

Creating a mother-friendly workplace

To develop appropriate lactation accommodations, designers need to look at the type of workplace ...

Engineering a LEED platinum office tower

Oxford Properties Group recently announced RBC Waterpark Place office tower will aim to be the first new office ...

Five ways to reduce HVAC system costs

Through a combination of smart purchasing, maintenance programs and strategic planning, building managers ...