Industry News
VRCA 2026 student bursary application open
The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) is now accepting applications for its 2026 Bursary Program, which provides up to $3,000 to students pursuing careers in the
Construction labour shortage increasing costs
Labour shortages in the residential construction sector are contributing to the rising cost of housing and increasing insurance claims costs.
Unitech announces new leadership roles
Unitech Construction Management has announced new leadership roles. Brad Stevenson has been promoted to president.
WorkSafeBC reports good tower crane compliance
One year after a new tower crane regulation came into effect, WorkSafeBC is reporting good compliance across tower crane operations in B.C.
Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre to open in January
The new facility, located in central-north Edmonton, will serve as a major community and recreational hub.
B.C. launches DASH to accelerate prefab housing
B.C. has launched a new online platform called DASH to allow developers to construct three-to-six storey buildings faster.
PCL starts construction on Calgary rental tower
PCL Construction has broken ground on a residential rental development in Calgary, located on 61st Avenue near CF Chinook Centre.
Stantec selected to design Kelowna care facility
Stantec has been awarded the design for Cottonwoods Long-Term Care Facility in Kelowna. The four-storey facility will provide improved care.
Alberta selects site for new Stollery Children’s Hospital
Alberta has chosen a site for a new stand-alone Stollery Children’s Hospital at the corner of 122 Street and 51 Avenue.
Pinnacle SkyTower becomes Canada’s first 100-storey building
The highest floor will align with the CN Tower’s main observation level.
Construction teams shortlisted for Roberts Bank
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority has shortlisted three qualified construction teams for the Roberts Bank Terminal 2 project.
B.C. announces historic $241M for trades training
The Government of B.C. is boosting skilled trades training with $241 million over the next three years, doubling trades training funding.
Atlas Tower breaks ground in Surrey
Construction of a 41-storey mixed-use development in Surrey’s City Centre is underway. Atlas Tower will have rentals and medical space.
Vancouver joins global accelerators to boost climate resilience
The City of Vancouver joined the C40 Cool Cities Accelerator and UN-Habitat's Urban Planning Accelerator as it focuses on building climate-resilient communities.
New Telus Living project delivers rental units
A new Telus Living project in Vancouver's Point Grey neighbourhood will transform a former telephone exchange into a rental development.
Construction leader Len Robinson passes away
VRCA life member and construction leader, Len Robinson has passed away. He contributed more than 40 years to construction.
B.C. power line and LNG added to major projects list
The federal government announced the second round of projects referred to the Major Projects Office, representing more than $56 billion.






















