Industry News
Teams shortlisted for Burnaby Hospital expansion
Three qualified teams have been shortlisted for the Burnaby Hospital Redevelopment Project. The successful proponent will be identified by mid-2021.
First Peoples’ Gathering House set for SFU campus
A First Peoples' Gathering House will be built at the Simon Fraser University (SFU) campus in Burnaby, B.C. The $15 million project will open in 2023.
HAVAN recognizes outstanding builders
Top builders from around Metro Vancouver were recognized by the Homebuilders Association Vancouver (HAVAN) with 2020 Awards for Housing Excellence.
ICBA Benefit acquires Nexgen Advisory Group
ICBA Benefit Services Ltd. has acquired Calgary-based Nexgen Advisory Group to grow its benefits brokerage business and expand in markets outside of B.C.
B.C. takes steps to grow mass timber buildings
The B.C. government is taking steps to strengthen its forest and timber industry by implementing mass timber into the construction of buildings.
Summer ideal for generator safety refresh
Following manufacturer guidelines and using the right fuel are just two of the summertime generator safety tips provided by OPEI.
Calgary approves updated Green Line LRT alignment
Calgary is moving the Green Line LRT project forward with the approval of the updated Stage 1 alignment along with changes to construction staging.
CCA Awards of Excellence winners revealed
CCA has revealed the winners of the 2019 Awards of Excellence. The annual awards honour individuals, companies and associations.
New housing slowdowns ahead in the GTA
Holdups in new housing projects across the Greater Toronto Area will have extensive impacts on supply in an already tight market, a new report reveals.
Testing pod combines technology, modular design
Citizen Care Pod, a smart screening and testing pod for COVID-19 that integrates intelligent technology within a modular design, is now available.
BC LNG Alliance changes to national name
BC LNG Alliance has rebranded as the Canadian LNG Alliance. The name change highlights the critical role LNG will play in the economic recovery.
Saskatchewan launches employee training subsidy for reopening businesses
The program will reimburse eligible private-sector employers in Saskatchewan 100 per cent of employee training costs related to reopening.
Strickland named CBTU executive director
Sean Strickland is the new executive director of the Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU). He will work with members and imlement the strategic pillars.
Saskatchewan invests $80M in construction, renewal of long-term care facilities
The government of Saskatchewan is investing more than $80 million into its long-term care facilities, including $7.2 million for maintenance projects.
Poll shows majority support for fair bidding in B.C.
A new poll released by Merit Canada and the ICBA shows that the majority of British Columbians support fair bidding at 83 per cent.
Canadian Wood Council releases six updated EPDs
The Canadian Wood Council has released updates for six environmental product declarations (EPDs) for North American wood products.
Library renewal project at CMTN starts this summer
The Government of British Columbia is investing $4.4 million into a library renewal project at Coast Mountain College (CMTN) in Terrace, B.C.
