Industry News
NB motorists urged to exercise caution while driving as summer construction gets underway
With summer road construction underway, motorists in New Brunswick have been reminded to exercise caution while driving. Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Bill Fraser and officials
Researches discover possible pesticide-free way to limit mosquito populations
Researchers may have discovered a new, pesticide-free way to limit mosquito populations in some areas and reduce the spread of the West Nile virus.
BC set to introduce new first aid training requirements
First aid attendants are a lifeline for those who become injured or ill in the workplace. In order to cover a broader spectrum of medical
Lyme disease: Tips to avoid ticks and sickness
Ticks carry the potential for spreading Lyme disease, a serious bacterial infection that can have severe symptoms if not caught early.
Health Canada proposes ‘significant restrictions’ on pesticide to help protect bees
Health Canada has proposed implementing “significant restrictions” on a common pesticide to help protect bees. The Government of Canada has said it will consult with
What Alberta’s health and safety changes mean for employers
A new OHS system come into effect in Alberta on June 1, a move the province promises will better protect workers and ensure their rights.
Emergency preparedness tips ahead of National Safety Month
June marks the start of National Safety Month in Canada, a campaign aimed at reducing leading causes of injury and death in the workplace, on
Dow Chemical Company set to open sales centre in Toronto
Dow Chemical Company is set to open its new Eastern Canada Regional Sales Centre in Toronto on Thursday, with Canadian government officials set to attend.
PRSM releases Retail Facilities Maintenance Industry report
Almost ⅔ (67 per cent) of facility maintenance budgets are spent on corrective measures, a new report has revealed. Meanwhile, only 33 per cent of
Potentially hazardous mould found aboard Canadian warship
Higher-than-normal levels of mould spores were found aboard a Canadian warship, recently released Defence Department documents have revealed.
Back safety campaign launched in Alberta
A campaign promoting back safety in the workplace has been launched by the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). Save Our Backs aims to update
Insurance industry unprepared for extreme weather
As historic flooding devastates communities in NB and BC, new research reveals the insurance industry hasn’t considered climate change in their practices.
myComply launches tech to improve site safety
Saskatoon-based myComply has launched its flagship solution to reduce risks by making it easy for general contractors to verify safety certifications.
Researchers develop new environmentally friendly type of paint
Due to its increased toughness and very low environmental impact, this paint might be suitable for a broader range of applications than traditional ones.
Smart phone innovation speeds up infection testing
Researchers at Washington State University have developed portable laboratory on a phone that they claim works almost as well as clinical laboratories in detecting common viral and bacterial infections.
Hand sanitizer market set to boom for next five years
Just in time for World Hand Hygiene Day, a new report has revealed that the hand sanitizer market is set to grow at a rate of 8.59% for the next five years.
Toronto reviews fraternity and sorority houses
Toronto's licensing and standards committee will consider recommendations for more rigorous scrutiny of fraternity and sorority houses, which would require operators to annually prove the status of their properties.






