Construction

Special assessments foreseen as CPI rises

Special assessments foreseen as CPI rises

Coming out of an extended period of low inflation, many condo boards will confront reserve fund shortfalls as the consumer price index now pushes up toward 7 per cent.
telematics

Connecting jobsites with telematics

With telematics technology, jobsites can run better, faster, safer and at a lower cost. Leveraging technology is key.
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Prefabrication and VDC critical for complex projects

Prefabrication and virtual design and construction (VDC) were critical for the delivery of two mass timber showcase projects in Vancouver.
LNG Bridgemans

A perfect storm of labour and cost challenges

An acute labour shortage, supply chain challenges, price increases and mental health are all top issues for the B.C. construction sector.
Indigenous partnerships engagement

Creating meaningful Indigenous partnerships

Indigenous partnerships can offer construction companies a competitive advantage, and the answer to the industry’s aging demographic.
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Collaboration key to growth and challenges

The past two years have been challenging due to pandemic. Two leading Canadian companies share insights to growth despite challenges.
Prison time for supervisor in NB jobsite death

Collaborating on worksite safety

A construction worksite is inherently challenging with many moving pieces. Collaboration and building relationships ensure safety for all.
mandate vaccine

Is a vaccine mandate right for your company?

For construction employers considering implementing COVID vaccine mandates, the key consideration is a compelling reason.
cybersecurity

Training employees is key to cybersecurity

Providing proper cybersecurity training for all employees is critical to prevent online attacks, according to Ron Borsholm.
trade Canada

Is the construction supply chain ready?

The pandemic has had severe impacts on the construction industry when it comes to material shortages and supply price increases.
BCIT

BCIT: Encouraging women in trades

BCIT is B.C.’s largest trades training institute with trades and apprenticeship programs, and has the longest-running Women in Trades program.
women Alberta

Women in trades: the challenge of change

Change is not easy. And women entering the male dominated construction industry know that better than most, representing 4.5 per cent of the skilled trades.
morale

Boosting morale during COVID-19

As COVID-19 continues to spread, so do the feelings of anxiety and uncertainty. Many employers are boosting morale with creative initiatives.
Construction rebar imports from nine countries subject to dumping investigation

Construction rebar imports spur dumping inquiry

Canada Border Services Agency is currently investigating evidence that up to nine countries are dumping products that undercut domestic prices and are deleterious to Canadian manufacturers.
digital

Improving construction safety with technology

How can companies use technology to increase safety on their job sites moving into the future? Here are some digital tools available.
procurement

Changing procurement in construction

Procurement is an integral part of a construction project, but the culture of “lowest bid” is unsustainable. Collaboration is needed.
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Building support for mental health

The COVID-19 pandemic is emphasizing the importance of having strategies in place to provide support for mental health in construction.