Industry News
Development land opens near Edmonton airport
The Alberta government has filed a regulation to trim the buffer zone around the airport by 30 per cent, citing aircraft technology advancements that make previous assumptions about noise exposures outdated.
Nicole Bryant joins B.C. northern association as CEO
Nicole Bryant has been appointed to the position of CEO of the Northern Regional Construction Association (NRCA).
BCIT appoints new director for welding technologies
The British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) has appointed Dr. Matthew Smith as the director of the Centre for Welding Technologies.
Leduc interchange construction starts this summer
Construction of a new interchange at Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Highway and 65 Avenue in Leduc is expected to begin this summer.
Richmond Minoru Park Renewal project underway
The Richmond Minoru Park is undergoing extensive revitalization of its lakes district. Work on the Minoru lakes will be done in two phases.
Vancouver takes further steps for zero emissions
City of Vancouver has taken new steps to advance zero-emissions buildings as part of its Climate Emergency Action Plan.
Metro Vancouver finalizes plant contract with PCL
Metro Vancouver has finalized a contract with PCL Constructors Westcoast Inc to complete the North Shore Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Historic investment to build new Royal BC Museum
The B.C. government is investing $789 million for a new state-of-the-art and seismically safe Royal BC Museum (RBCM) in Victoria.
UFV student housing to triple in Abbotsford
A new mass timber student housing project will be constructed at the University of the Fraser Valley's (UFV) Abbotsford campus.
New high acuity unit opens at Lions Gate Hospital
The new $9 million High Acuity Unit (HAU) at Lions Gate Hospital in North Vancouver has opened its doors to provide complex care.
Vancouver Indigenous centre concept approved
A concept plan for a new Indigenous centre is moving forward on the territories of the Coast Salish peoples in Vancouver.
Edmonton Carbon Budget tool wins planning award
Edmonton's Carbon Budget tool was recognized at the 2022 American Planning Association Sustainable Communities Division Awards.
Unique park in downtown Vancouver opens
A brand new park has opened in Vancouver's downtown core - the first one in 10 years - at Smithe and Richards streets in Yaletown.
HAVAN announces housing award winners
HAVAN have announced the Awards for Housing Excellence winners. The awards were handed out to 33 builders and designers.
North Island College opens Indigenous space
North Island College celebrates the official opening of the Indigenous Gathering Place at its Campbell River campus.
VICA Awards recognize industry excellence
The VICA Awards were held virtually on April 29th to recognize the work of members across Vancouver Island.
BCCA Leadership Awards winners announced
BCCA presented three awards for exceptional leadership to cap the fifth Annual Construction and Skilled Trades Month celebrations.























