Christoph Mertz, a researcher at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, has mounted a small camera on his windshield. Combined with the computer program he’s built, he shoots video of the pavement unspooling in front of him as he drives. Read more
The Government of Quebec has launched a guide to build wood buildings up to 12 storeys. The guide, titled Construction of Mass Timber Buildings Up to 12 Storeys, outlines the technical principles required to design and construct wooden buildings up to 12 storeys using mass timber. Read more
Showcase your potential! September 4th is the application deadline for the Oct. 16 exam. Learn more
While most knows BIM stands for “Building Information Modelling,” it’s become abundantly clear that BIM means many things to many people. Read more
While the time of the Baby Boomers in the construction industry is coming to a close, there is still a severe shortage which is not being filled quickly enough by the Millennial generation. Read more
The Canadian Association of Women in Construction (CAWIC) is hosting a panel event delving into how gender bias manifests itself in the industry with four notable women leading the discussion, providing insight and potential strategies to help overcome it. Read more Why the Construction Industry Lacks Millennials While the time of the Baby Boomers in […]
We need more federal funding for necessary infrastructure such as the pipes that bring clean water to our taps, the roads and transit we take to work and the bridges that connect our communities. It might not appear to be the most pressing of issues, but it is and here’s why: Infrastructure is critical to […]
Seeking Exporters and Potential Exporters of Building Products in Atlantic Canada If you do not fall into this sector and know someone that should receive this information, please let us know. Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME) is planning a Pan Atlantic Export Roadshow for Building Products throughout Atlantic Canada in early fall. All CME […]
Established in 1966, the Atlantic Concrete Association (ACA) is the leading advocate for the concrete industry in Atlantic Canada. The Association provides valuable services, education and support to our members; through the promotion of best practice and development of education programs which ensure quality and consistency in the marketplace. Committed to providing the best possible […]
Prime Minister Stephen Harper announced a plan to expand and extend its support for apprentices, their families and the businesses that hire aspiring tradespeople. Read more