It is often said that construction contracts are all about allocation of risk, and the same can be said about contracts for engineering services.

The recent popularity of flexible spaces doesn’t mean traditional spaces should be abandoned altogether. Indeed, that there isn’t one perfect model for the workplace was

With more than 22 million square feet of new office space currently under construction across Canada, specifically Calgary and Toronto, developers are responding to some

The massive floods that occurred in southern Alberta and the Greater Toronto Area in 2013 are just a few examples of the rising prevalence of natural

SaskPower's experience sparks recall of smart meters in Ontario.

In Montreal, Saint-Laurent borough Mayor Alan DeSousa has a seemingly straightforward goal: to promote green roofs on private sector developments. DeSousa, who received the 2014

With the arrival of 2015, it’s fair to say that the real estate market is facing some uncertainty. Here are highlights from Avison Young's market report.

Nine years ago, Susan Richardson was working as an executive with a heavy travel schedule and on the verge of burnout. Richardson decided something had

Target will vacate 133 retail stores, plus industrial and office space after announcing the termination of its Canadian operations.

Renovating a rental property is more than an investment; it’s one that pays dividends. Aside from boosting the property’s value, it demonstrates a commitment to superior quality and gives tenants confidence that the property manager truly cares.

Directors have a statutory duty under Ontario’s current Condominium Act to repair and maintain the common elements of a condominium. In complying with this duty, directors

The construction business is risky. There aren’t many construction companies that have managed to survive for more than a few decades. As the typical construction

Most school administrators must grapple with the question of whether they’re paying too much for cleaning — usually when budget time comes around. And since

Ryan McAskile, senior vice-president and manager at DTZ in Mississauga, spent years in the brokerage business, advising clients on rental rates and where to lease.

The past year has seen several storm events that have resulted in significant damage to trees in southern Ontario. The ice storm that hit the

Construction and investment in industrial buildings, along with their ongoing operations, contribute $21.7 billion to Canada’s economy, according to the Real Property Association of Canada’s

Whatever the strategy, value enhancement is the rationale for repositioning aging buildings.