Industry News
TODs slated for Surrey Langley SkyTrain
The B.C. government has purchased 14 properties for transit-oriented developments around the future Surrey Langley SkyTrain.
New hotel breaks ground at River Cree Resort
Enoch Cree Nation broke ground on a new $200-million hotel project, which will see the River Cree Resort and Casino nearly double in size.
Edmonton’s new overpass on 50 Street opens
Edmonton's new overpass on 50 Street has opened, marking a major milestone for the and Railway Grade Separation Project.
St. Paul’s Hospital reaches topping off milestone
Construction of the new St. Paul’s Hospital reached the topping off milestone this summer and now sits at its full height.
TSX commends Bird Construction performance
Bird Construction is ranked seventh on the 2024 TSX 30, recognizing the Toronto Stock Exchange’s top 30 performers based on dividend-adjusted share price over a three-year period.
More B.C. Indigenous housing projects coming
More than 1,600 new affordable rental homes are coming to British Columbia, for Indigenous people on and off reserves.
PCL announces new leadership promotions
PCL Construction announced several new promotions for key leadership positions across the country.
Delay to Calgary’s Green LRT “devastating”
The Calgary Construction Association is calling the provincial government's decision to pull funding for the Green Line LRT project "a devasting blow."
Canada’s first tsunami evacuation tower built in B.C.
A new school in Masset, B.C. includes Canada’s first-ever tsunami evacuation tower.
Fire safety experts warn of B.C. building code change
Fire safety advocates are concerned about a dangerous amendment that allows for a single exit stairway in multi-residential buildings.
Royal Inland Hospital upgrades near completion
Various upgrades at the Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in Kamloops are now open with other work nearing completion.
CCA report: urgent need for climate resilience
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has released a pivotal report emphasizing the urgent need for increased investment to build resilient infrastructure.
Flush toilets coming to B.C. jobsites
Flush toilets on large construction sites in B.C. will come into effect on Oct. 1, 2024.
Amazon opens new atrium at The Post
The new Amazon atrium has opened at The Post in Vancouver. The 43,000 square foot atrium is a part of the company's Vancouver Tech Hub.
Cost of new Vancouver Art Gallery spikes by 50%
The cost of the new Vancouver Art Gallery project has spiked from $400 million to $600 million in the past two years.
Cameron Community Centre awarded to Graham
Graham has been awarded the Cameron Community Centre and Library project in Burnaby.
B.C. code changes for single egress stair designs
The BC Building Code (BCBC) is changing to allowing single egress stair (SES) designs in low- and mid-rise buildings.
