Construction
Unconventional excavation digs up award
The successful completion of the excavation and shoring work of Lynn Sewage Pump Station has earned Matcon the Vancouver Regional Construction Association's 2015 Chairman's Trade Award
The RCMP’s new Nova Scotia headquarters
The design of the RCMP's new Nova Scotia headquarters reconciles its requirements of internal security and external accountability.
Rehabilitating Canada’s aging infrastructure
Developing advanced rehabilitation techniques and optimizing service life is becoming more important now that aging infrastructure is so commonplace.
Technology set to change construction
With technology advancing faster than ever before, it’s no wonder the construction industry is starting to see rapid changes every year.
Energy code compliance
Energy standards in North America have been around for a very long time, but the new switched receptacle control requirement is stirring up controversy.
Boost business operations with the cloud
With technology more integral in construction operations than ever before, the cloud is a natural step for companies looking to save money, stay connected to remote sites, and improve business operations.
Review of tender requirements essential in bids
When submitting bid documents, understanding and carefully following tender requirements is a critical step toward a successful bid.
Mentorship is key to transferring knowledge
The construction industry is forecasted to lose 250,000 skilled tradespeople over the next decade, making mentorship more critical than ever.
Cost-effective gravel road repair
A growing number of counties, road contractors, and mining companies are discovering that linear crushers can repair a gravel road for significantly less money, while correcting the underlying subgrade problems.
Improving safety at YVR
Canada's second busiest airport, YVR, has significantly improved the safety and efficiency of its operations and emergency services with the completion of its new Airside Operations Building (AOB).
Energy benchmarking in Canada
Energy benchmarking can play a key role in the market transformation of the built environment, and soon mandatory energy disclosure will be an important tool.
Advancements in self-consolidating concrete
Self-consolidating concrete (SCC) is a revolutionary building material that is widely regarded as one of the most significant technological advancements in the concrete industry in years.
Telus Garden showcases innovation
In a city known for innovative and sustainable buildings, Telus Garden in Vancouver is pushing that reputation to a whole new level.
Wood roof systems offer unique opportunities
A growing number of buildings featuring aesthetically striking wood roof systems are popping up around British Columbia, and beyond.
Working at heights standard takes effect in April
A new working at heights training standard aimed at preventing deaths and critical injuries in the Ontario construction sector takes effect April 1.
Canary Park condos prepared for Pan Am Games
The Canary Park condos are nearly ready to be turned over to the Toronto 2015 Pan Am/Parapan Am Games organizers for fit-up for the athletes, coaches
Thompson Rivers University building gets boost
In its original concrete construction, completed in 1970, Thompson Rivers University’s Old Main Building reflected the design philosophy of its era. As Michael Leckman, a







