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Green buildings can re-ignite Canada’s economy

CaGBC has released its recommendations on how the green building industry can contribute to Canada’s post-COVID-19 economic recovery.

Building trades call for COVID health public inquiry

The BC Building Trades Council is calling for a public inquiry into health and safety in the construction sector. BCBT represents 35,000 unionized workers.

Dawson Creek bridge construction set for June

Construction of a new bridge in downtown Dawson Creek to replace the existing three culverts under 8th Street will start in early June.

MCAC hosts first-ever online conference

MCAC is hosting the association’s first-ever virtual conference on May 27, providing a full-day of sessions in an online event-platform.

BCCA’s Builders Code offers ‘cool or tool’ app

The BC Construction Association (BCCA)'s Builders Code has gone virtual. The anti-harassment, hazing and bullying training is now available online.

George Massey Tunnel safety work underway

Work is underway to improve brightness and visibility in the George Massey Tunnel. Black & McDonald Limited of Vancouver has been awarded a contract.

CWWA releases water guideline to reopen buildings

CWWA has released water guideline documents to help members work with building owners and operators looking to re-open buildings.

Vancouver Airport selects new president, CEO

Tamara Vrooman has been appointed president and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Vancouver Airport Authority, effective July 1, 2020.

Ledcor donates $400,000 to food banks

Ledcor is supporting children and families affected by the COVID-19 pandemic by donating $400,000 to local food banks in Canada and the US.

Construction survey reveals recovery concerns

According to RICS’ new quarterly Canada Construction and Infrastructure Survey, fears about implications for economic activity have deepened.

Alberta is accelerating infrastructure projects

Alberta is accelerating infrastructure and transportation projects across the province to get thousands of back to work and the economy back on track.

Wilson Beck buys Marsh portfolio of business

Wilson M. Beck Insurance Services (WMB) has entered into an agreement to buy a portfolio of business from global insurance brokerage Marsh.

HRAI survey reveals COVID-19 impacts on sector

A recent survey by HRAI found that most firms in the sector have experienced a drastic drop in business during the COVID-19 pandemic.

CaGBC study highlights gaps in zero carbon training

A new CaGBC study looks at the zero carbon training and education needs of engineers, architects, and renewable energy specialists.

U of Calgary breaks ground on Mathison Hall

Construction has begun on the new four-storey 10,000-square-metre Mathison Hall building for the Haskayne School of Business at the University of Calgary.

Toronto real estate industry raises funds for Yonge Street Mission

Toronto’s real estate industry has spearheaded a relay that’s raising funds for the Yonge Street Mission (YSM). The initiative has already raised more than $200,000

Fieldwork underway in Kicking Horse Canyon

Crews have begun investigative fieldwork in the Kicking Horse Canyon as part of the preparation for major highway improvements to begin late this year.