Industry News
Celebrating International Housekeepers and Environmental Services Week
The Indoor Environmental Healthcare and Hospitality Association (IEHA) encourages the industry to celebrate and thank housekeeping and environmental services (EVS) staff.
POTUS plans to enforce vaccination for large cleaning companies
A new plan proposed by U.S. President Joe Biden would require all organizations with 100+ employees to mandate vaccination for workers.
New role with ongoing purpose for Bala Gnanam
Bala Gnanam has joined the staff of the Building Owners and Managers Association (BOMA) of Canada as vice president, sustainability, advocacy and stakeholder relations.
Keeping cleaning workers happy and motivated
Like so many industries, many building service and cleaning contractors have reported recent difficulties in finding new workers.
Key approvals for dispensing equipment
Hydro Systems' new white paper provides a closer look at industry standards on dispensing equipment.
Study finds ‘serious difference’ in viability of different masks
A new study from the University of Waterloo found the most common masks, primarily due to problems with fit, filter about 10 per cent of exhaled aerosol droplets.
Office workers taking precautions action as COVID-19 concerns persist
Employees are taking more COVID-19 precautions and changing their workplace habits as concerns begin to mount again.
Majority of businesses plan mandatory vaccination
Majority of Canadian businesses are making or plan to make COVID-19 vaccination mandatory for their employees.
BentallGreenOak sets record with Fitwel Viral Response
The achievement represents the largest portfolio of commercial real estate properties in Canada to earn the certification.
Canadian leader appointed to ISSA Residential Cleaning Council
This year's nominees include Jill Barclay, owner of Goldstar Cleaning Services, based in Fernie, B.C.
Facilities management market predicted to surge
Market growth of US$660.29B over the next 4 years is expected to be spurred by rising demand for smart facilities & increasing emphasis on outsourcing building management services.
Paper towels still a better drying experience: survey
A new survey finds consumers prefer paper towels as a hand-drying method for efficiency and speed in the washroom.
How carpet cleanliness creates confidence
83 per cent of respondents to a new Whittaker/Harris Poll survey say well-maintained carpet improves their confidence in a facility.
60+ companies achieve ISSA CIMS certification
CIMS assists cleaning organizations in developing an operational system that improves cleanliness outcomes and contains costs.
Antiseptic & disinfectant market could reach $200B in 10 years
The report also identified key players in the antiseptic and disinfectant market.
Vaughan pilots garbage bin sensors to combat litter
The sensors use real-time and historical data to optimize waste collection schedules along routes, allowing staff to save on fuel, labour and fleet maintenance.
8 things to know about ATP monitors
Hygienic cleaning not only removes pathogens but proves it, and the most scientific way to do that is by the proper use of ATP monitors.






















