Industry News
Roberts Bank 2 receives environmental certificate
The British Columbia government has issued an environmental assessment certificate for the proposed Roberts Bank Terminal 2 in Delta.
CAGBC launches free low carbon training
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) is launching a free Low Carbon Training Program in partnership with industry associations.
Vancouver commits to housing targets
The City of Vancouver announced its full commitment to aligning itself with the province’s recently unveiled housing targets.
Smith Crossing pedestrian bridge opens
The City of Edmonton announced that the new Smith Crossing Pedestrian Bridge is now open, on budget and ahead of schedule.
B.C releases housing targets for 10 municipalities
British Columbia has issued provincial housing targets for the first 10 municipalities selected as part of the Housing Supply Act.
Great Gulf unveils newest active house in Ontario
An active house that sets new standards for indoor comfort, energy efficiency and sustainable building practices was recently on display in Bradford, Ontario.
Haskayne Legacy Park opens in Calgary
Haskayne Legacy Park, Calgary’s first regional park in more than 10 years, celebrated its official opening.
ETRO Construction wins Groundbreaker Award
Burnaby’s ETRO Construction has won the 2023 Groundbreaker Award for Excellence in Workforce Development.
Call for B.C. governments to adopt zero carbon
Leaders in the provincial and national building industry want to see B.C. lead Canada in making all new buildings zero-carbon.
BCIT raises $33 million for new trades complex
BCIT has raised $33 million in private funding towards a new state-of-the-art Trades and Technology Complex.
Vancouver Island projects receive PacifiCan funding
Vancouver Island and Coast communities will receive more than $2.6 million for 16 projects to revitalize public spaces.
B.C. launches one-stop permit website
The B.C. government has launched a new one-stop shop website that aims to fast track the permitting process for builders.
Fort St. John opens new RCMP detachment
The City of Fort St. John celebrated the opening of the new net-zero Fort St. John RCMP Detachment.
Indigenous design guides Winnipeg’s largest infill development
Winnipeg's largest and most sustainable infill development started taking shape this week.
B.C. trades training hits record high
According to SkilledTradesBC's annual report, there was a record number of apprentices last year in the province.
CAGBC secures decarbonization training funds
The Canada Green Building Council is one of seven organizations to receive newly announced skills development funding, addressing labour demands tied to low-carbon economic drivers.
New Vancouver Art Gallery breaks ground
The Vancouver Art Galley held a special Ground Awakening Ceremony to mark the start of construction for its new home in downtown Vancouver.























