Commercial
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Workplaces may face radon testing requirements
A proposed bill would require owners of enclosed workplaces in Ontario to conduct radon testing and mitigate unsafe levels of the naturally occurring gas.
Canadian Property Management
The rise of open-air shopping in Canada
Canada has seen a surge in open-air shopping development, particularly in the outlet sector. Analysts expect this trend to heat up even more.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Yorkdale Shopping Centre’s ongoing expansion
Yorkdale Shopping Centre was once the largest mall in the world . After four upgrades in the last 10 years, it is about to undergo another expansion.
Canadian Property Management
Calgary driving commercial ownership trend
With interest rates at a historical low and steady economic growth, Calgary has been driving commercial property ownership.
Canadian Property Management
In rent arbitration, less can be more
Property managers and tenants should avoid hiring a trio of arbitrators in lease disputes.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Accessible commercial facilities
This video report looks at accessibility standards in commercial facilities, from both legislative and design perspectives. Commentators: Quadrangle Architects' Jesse Klimitz and Optimal Performance Consultants' Jane Sleeth.
Canadian Property Management
Saskatchewan property values jump
Across the province, property values increased an average of 67 per cent upon the recent reassessment ...
Design Quarterly
On the pulse
This video report looks at 2013 colour trends in commercial and residential design. Commentators: Benjamin Moore Canada's colour and design spokesperson, Sharon Grech, and Janice Lindsay, principal at Pink Colour & Design.
Canadian Property Management
TV service providers to jostle in new markets
A recent decision from the CRTC puts TV service providers in a better position to compete in some commercial and institutional buildings.
Canadian Facility Management & Design
Utilizing site-recovered energy
Many commercial building owners are turning to energy recovery ventilation technology that recovers energy on-site and reuses it to reduce the demand ...
Design Quarterly
In living colour
This video report looks at 2011 colour trends for the commercial and residential markets. Commentators: Benjamin Moore Canada's colour and design spokesperson, Sharon Grech, and Para Paints' senior brand manager, Gary Belfall.
Building Strategies & Sustainability
Water efficiency for commercial properties
Water efficiency opportunities in commercial buildings are typically identified by conducting a water usage audit. Efficiency measures include ...