Industry News
New Surrey-Langley SkyTrain stations underway
Station construction is underway at all eight stations along the Surrey-Langley SkyTrain extension, marking a major project milestone.
Dialog, HNTB selected for Edmonton Event Park
Dialog, in partnership with HNTB, has been selected as the lead design team for Downtown Edmonton’s new Event Park.
VRCA outstanding achievement nominations open
The Vancouver Regional Construction Association (VRCA) is now accepting nominations for the Outstanding Achievement Awards.
Construction begins on Kimberley wastewater plant
Construction has begun on a new wastewater treatment plant in the City of Kimberley with completion expected in 2028.
Vancouver reviews opportunities for taller buildings
The City of Vancouver is exploring how increased building height allowances could create more housing, job space, and public amenities in the downtown core.
B.C. major projects spring brochure released
Infrastructure BC announced the release of the 2026 Spring edition of the BC Major Infrastructure Projects Brochure.
Weyburn General Hospital now complete in Saskatchewan
The newly redeveloped Weyburn General Hospital in Saskatchewan will open later this year.
CRA to speed up delivery of clean tech rebates
The Canadian government's spring economic update confirms new priorities and staffing at Canada Revenue Agency, along with an increased tax deduction for tradespeople.
Concert Properties appoints new president, CEO
Concert Properties has appointed Catherine Roome as president and chief executive officer, effective May 26, 2026.
Rising costs challenge Canada’s construction sector
A new report from the Canadian Construction Association projects a mixed yet resilient outlook for Canada’s construction sector.
Port of Vancouver signs Roberts Bank MOU
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority and GCT have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding to advance Roberts Bank Terminal 2.
Surrey hits record monthly construction value
Surrey set a record in March by hitting its highest monthly construction value ever with $2.95 billion in activity.
Burnaby Lake Overpass opens
The new Burnaby Lake Overpass, rising 5.7 metres above the Trans-Canada Highway, is officially open to the public.
Kelowna breaks ground on Glenmore centre
The City of Kelowna has officially broken ground on a new activity centre in Glenmore. The Glenmore Activity Centre will be a two-storey building, featuring
Ontario to subsidize augmented hard hats
Proposed legislation indicates Ontario employers will have financial support to comply with pending requirements to supply augmented hard hats in many work environments.
Alberta introduces fast-tracked projects bill
Alberta has tabled a bill which will establish a 120-day approval time frame to accelerate major project development and reduce delays.
Report outlines steps to cut construction emissions
A new industry report outlines five practical steps that could reduce construction jobsite emissions by up to 75 per cent.























