The emergence of construction technology has sparked an overdue industry-wide revolution. As technology companies attempt to capitalize on the unspoiled market, the industry is becoming infiltrated with a slew of enticing new options. Innovative project management and scheduling software, BIM, Lean tools, VSM, and 3D printing, among others are flooding the market. These solutions present […]
The future looks “smart” for underground infrastructure after a first-of-its-kind experiment conducted June 6 at the Cornell Geotechnical Lifelines Large-Scale Testing Facility. Like many of today’s household devices, modern infrastructure is gaining the ability to collect and exchange valuable data using wireless devices that monitor the health of buildings and bridges, for example, in real […]
The construction industry has, historically, not been one to rapidly adopt new technologies. However, shifts in employee demographics, combined with a cutthroat competitive market, means the construction industry is poised for massive disruption. Read more.
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is awaiting the status of a Supreme Court of Canada case that could expand the scope of human rights legislation. The CCA became involved after it was approached by national law firm Torys LLP about an appeal of a B.C. Court of Appeal decision in Schrenk v. British Columbia (Human […]
The Government of Canada is committed to growing the economy, strengthening the middle class and helping those working hard to join it. Our government understands that too many workers in the construction industry face financial hardship because of payment delays. Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) today announced that it will publicly disclose payments to […]
Worker safety should be everyone’s top priority. However, there are some companies and individuals who repeatedly ignore or break safety laws, putting workers at risk of serious injury. On June 12, 2017, amendments to the Nova Scotia Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act will come into effect to: Clarify the definition of an injury or […]
The province is inviting applications from quali ed Nova Scotians who are interested in serving as members on the Occupational Health and Safety Advisory Council. The Advisory Council provides strategic advice to the Minister and the Department of Labour and Advanced Education on issues affecting occupational health and safety (OHS) in Nova Scotia. Individuals interested in this […]
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Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) and Defence Construction Canada (DCC) announced June 8, 2017 that they will both begin publicly disclosing payments to prime contractors on their construction contracts valued at over $100,000. PSPC news release See payments on PSPC’s website See payments on DCC’s website
In April 2016, government introduced and passed Amendments to the Occupational Health and Safety Act to help keep Nova Scotians safe at work. Most employers in Nova Scotia operate safe workplaces. However, there are some who repeatedly break serious health and safety rules, putting Nova Scotians at risk of serious injury or death. The amendments […]