Industry News
New guide offers roadmap to build climate resilience
A new guide released by CCA provides a practical roadmap to help industry leaders build climate resilience.
Canada’s housing advocate calls for inquiry into accessible housing shortage
As Canada seeks to build a record number of new homes, the Office of the Federal Housing Advocate says this is a pivotal moment to build in accessibility.
Construction begins on VGH new operating rooms
Construction has begun on 15 new operating rooms and one hybrid operating room upgrade at Vancouver General Hospital.
B.C. launches electrification pilot project
The B.C. government and BC Hydro have launched a pioneering electrification pilot project in Vancouver that has the potential to set new standards.
Canadian winners span ASHRAE generations
The ten Canadian winners of 2025 ASHRAE awards for professional excellence and industry contribution span the generational gamut from young engineers to 50-year members.
Indigenous wellness centre breaks ground in B.C.
Construction has begun on the North Wind Wellness Centre in Pouce Coupe, B.C. It is Canada’s first health and wellness centre of its kind.
2025 CAGBC Awards winners celebrated
The winners of the 2025 CAGBC Awards were announced at the Building Lasting Change (BLC) conference gala in Vancouver.
Survey: investing in technology to boost productivity
Nine in 10 construction leaders in Canada say the industry must move quickly to adopt advanced technologies to boost productivity.
Ontario defers due date for development charges
Ontario's new move to defer the due date for development charges is expected to ease upfront costs for condominium developers and create cash flow headaches for some municipalities.
Vancouver advances support for strata and rental projects
Vancouver City Council approved a broad suite of actions to get rental and strata developments built faster.
Kalesnikoff opens modular mass timber facility
Kalesnikoff Mass Timber has officially opened its new 100,000 sq. ft. modular mass timber facility in Castlegar - the first of its kind in North America.
Maple Ridge completes next phase of Abernethy Way
The City of Maple Ridge has completed the latest phase of the Abernethy Way Corridor, a key milestone in the Maple Ridge Moves strategy.
Largest off-grid solar project underway in B.C.
BC Hydro is upgrading its Anahim Lake Station and integrating solar energy from Ulkatcho’s Anahim Lake Solar Farm into its microgrid.
Concert and GDI launch energy retrofit program
Concert Infrastructure and GDI Integrated Facility Services Inc. (GDI) have entered into a partnership to launch a energy retrofit program.
Grosvenor starts Brentwood Block construction
Grosvenor has started construction on Phase 1 of Brentwood Block, a 7.9-acre pedestrian-focused, masterplan community in Burnaby.
Vancouver Island celebrates construction excellence
The best of Vancouver Island’s construction and development sector were celebrated at the second annual VIBI Awards.
New hotel coming to Calgary Stampede Park
CMLC announced a new 320 room hotel is planned for Calgary's Stampede Park by Truman, which is set to open in 2028.























