Industry News
Matcon and Knappett announce merger
Matcon Group and Knappett Industries announced they have officially merged, effective April 2, 2025.
Construction in B.C. shows signs of slowing
After years of strong construction in B.C., BuildForce's outlook calls for moderate growth in residential activity.
B.C. celebrates Construction & Skilled Trades Month
Now in it's 8th year, B.C.’s Construction and Skilled Trades Month is underway. The Builders Code Awards recognize outstanding firms.
Construction industry launches national campaign
Canada’s construction industry has launched a national campaign calling for infrastructure investment ahead of the federal election.
Le Germain Hotel Vancouver set to open in 2029
Germain Hotels and Reliance Properties are partnering to bring Le Germain Hotel to the heart of Vancouver.
B.C. funds flood damaged dikes in Merritt
The Government of B.C. is providing the City of Merritt with $60 million to relocate and rebuild two critical dikes.
The Builders’ Bench Podcast launches
A new podcast called The Builders' Bench is hitting the airwaves to ensure Canada’s construction industry has a seat at the political table.
TransLink to receive $1.5B in public transit funding
The Government of Canada announced TransLink will receive more than $1.5 billion in public transit funding for Metro Vancouver.
Construction starts on treatment centre complex
Construction has begun on a multi-use development in Vancouver, featuring 97 non-market homes and a new healthcare treatment centre.
Sunalta Community Hub opens in Calgary
The Sunalta Community Hub has officially opened, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of the Sunalta neighborhood.
Canadian Construction Safety Council launches
Canada's leading general contractors have united to form the Canadian Construction Safety Council to elevate safety performance.
New B.C. legislation to allow quick tariff response
Legislation has been introduced to strengthen B.C.’s ability to respond quickly to threats of tariffs imposed on Canada by the United States.
New Victoria ferry terminal hits milestone
Phase 1 work at the Belleville Terminal Redevelopment Project is complete, marking a significant step toward a new terminal in Victoria.
CCA National Awards winners announced
During the 2025 Annual Conference, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) announced the recipients of the 2024 CCA National Awards.
Canadian housing coalition response plan to tariffs
A coalition of leading Canadian housing organizations has come together to propose a policy plan in response to the trade war.
Keerit Jutla joins ICBA as provincial director
Keerit Jutla has joined ICBA as provincial director, based in Langford, near Victoria. Jutla is past president of the AME.
U.S. tariffs will reduce growth in every province, analysis finds
New research examines the pain of U.S. tariffs and emphasizes the need for more east-west/west-east trade.























