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Professional hygiene leader helps break down hygiene barriers in public restrooms
Tork, an Essity brand and the global leader in professional hygiene, has announced the next phase of its Better Hygiene for All initiative, a global
ISSA helps launch global roadmap to drive healthy indoor air
Recently, the Global Commission on Healthy Indoor Air launched the Global Framework for Action: Advancing Healthy Indoor Air through Societal Engagement and Market Transformation, a
IFMA announces Top Global FM Influencers for 2026
This year's honourees represent 10 countries.
New bilingual training launched to elevate frontline cleaning workforce
In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) and as part of its ongoing commitment to workforce development, ISSA, The Association for
More assets to qualify for full depreciation
Canadian corporations can now claim deductions for the full cost of a much wider range of capital assets in the tax year in which they are purchased or come into use.
Cement and salt to shake off tariffs
The United States government is lifting the 50 per cent tariff it has applied on imports of Canadian cement and road salt since Aug. 29.
PlantPaper earns Green Seal certification for bamboo toilet paper and facial tissue
Green Seal® has announced that PlantPaper is the first bamboo toilet paper and facial tissue to earn Green Seal certification, marking a major milestone for
EPA announces advancements to further eliminate animal testing for chemicals
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced two major scientific advancements designed to modernize safety reviews of new chemicals and pesticides while further eliminating
ISSA offers a sneak peek into this year’s conference
The annual ISSA Show North America, scheduled for November 17 to 19, 2026, at Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, offers new technology, products,
Green Seal launches annual Leadership Awards
Green Seal®, the global nonprofit committed to making sustainability everyone’s business, has announced the launch of the inaugural Green Seal Leadership Awards, a new annual
Saskatoon eyes utility-funded model for multi-unit garbage
All property taxpayers contribute to garbage collection service, but that funding model may soon change.
Tech access to boost occupants’ IAQ oversight
Greater access to low-cost indoor air quality (IAQ) sensors may create new scrutiny for facility management teams.
Toronto’s Eaton Centre reimagines public washrooms
WZMH Architects has transformed the Level 2 washrooms at CF Toronto Eaton Centre into a customer-focused amenity.
Initiative targets electrical safety in landscaping trades
A collaboration between Landscape Ontario and the Electrical Safety Authority will support safe work around electrical infrastructure.
Building operators to stake claim at BOMEX 2026
A new one-day educational forum for building operators recognizes their key role in delivering sustainable, comfortable and productive indoor environments.
Jill of All Trades events return to help support women in skilled trades
Jill of All Trades (JOAT) events provide hands-on experiences that encourage young women in grades 9-12 to explore careers in skilled trades that have traditionally
Small business gets nod in Buy Canadian efforts
Canadian small businesses are promised more welcoming access to federal contracts through new measures to simplify the government’s procurement process.






















