Industry News
Hospital-acquired infection control market reaches $16 billion
The global hospital-acquired infection (HAI) control market was worth about $16 billion (U.S.) in 2016, according to a new report.
Citron Hygiene acquires Workplace Essentials
Citron Hygiene has acquired Workplace Essentials, a washroom and workplace hygiene company, headquartered in Massachusetts.
Salaries linked to maintenance skills shortages
Employers' profile in the market and social media proficiency can help to attract jobseekers, while lengthy hiring processes can alienate job candidates and/or push them to openings with other employers.
Industry launches Building Energy Innovators Council
Industry launches the Building Energy Innovators Council to advance clean building technologies across Canada.
Ontario steps up efforts to divert more waste from landfill
Ontario is working to create a zero-waste future with the launch of a strategy that will divert more waste from landfills, create jobs and help
WHO identifies 12 most dangerous pathogens
WHO published its first ever list of antibiotic-resistant priority pathogens, identifying 12 superbugs that pose a threat.
Mobile app finds solutions for indoor air quality issues
A new mobile app helps individuals find solutions to indoor air quality problems in their workplace.
York University to upgrade buildings, systems
York University is upgrading its buildings and systems to improve research and experiential learning opportunities for students.
Green Squared recommended for federal purchasing
Green Squared has been added to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing.
Ontario enacts energy and water reporting reg
Ontario has now enacted its energy and water reporting and benchmarking regulation to help large buildings cut down on greenhouse gas emissions.
NS accessibility legislation gets more scrutiny
The proposed legislation sets out a guiding framework for how accessibility standards will be developed, applied and enforced, but critics decry its lack of specifics.
CaGBC’s Vanc office first LEED v4 Platinum project
The Canada Green Building Council’s (CaGBC) new Vancouver office is the first commercial project to earn LEED v4 Platinum certification in the country. Achieving LEED
Wall-Tech Restoration appoints new president
Wall-Tech Restoration, an Ontario-based building envelope restoration services provider has appoint Edward Welch as president and general manager.
Ontario invests in the improvement of over 200 local facilities
To celebrate its 150th anniversary as a province, Ontario is investing $25 million in the improvement and renovation of 203 local facilities through the Ontario150 Community Capital Program.
Ontario invests in repairs at children and youth centres
Ontario is supporting critical repairs and renovations at community agencies across the province to keep facilities well-maintained, safe and accessible.
New infection control standard during maintenance
CSA Group has released a new version of CSA Z317.13 Infection Control during Construction, Renovation and Maintenance in Healthcare Facilities.
Montreal ice making innovation captures award
The city has twin goals to phase out dependence on HCFC-22, which has global warming potential 1,760 times greater than carbon dioxide, and maximize safety in handling ammonia.






