The value of building permits issued in Nova Scotia increased by 27.2 per cent in October, following a decrease of 26.0 per cent in September. Residential permit values rose by 36.0 per cent while non-residential values increased by 8.8 per cent. Compared with October 2015, NS building permits were up 5.5 per cent with an increase […]
A widening infrastructure funding gap forces the costs of basic maintenance upon supply chains while stifling the country’s competitiveness. Read more.
From practical gear to low-tech wearables, these ideas are sure to make the day of any construction pro on your list. Read more.
An expressway off-ramp that will bend in a strong earthquake but remain standing — and usable — is under construction as part of a huge bridge/tunnel project in downtown Seattle. Read more
This fall has been hectic with the new government passing its one-year mark and moving forward on its commitments. As I am sure you well know, consultations abound, and fortunately at ESDC there is one convenient link for the ones emanating from here, as well as a click through for other government consultations. Read more.
A clear transformation is needed for the Canadian architecture, engineering, construction, owners and operations (AECOO) community to improve its performance and contribute more effectively to the societal, environmental and economic development of Canada. The Canadian chapter (bSC) of buildingSMART International (bSI), a council of the Institute for BIM in Canada (IBC), firmly believes that this […]
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Three of four construction employers are concerned about the availability of skilled labour, reports the annual Hays Canada Salary Guide, released recently.Read more
It’s been a few months since the report Striking the Balance: Expert Review of Ontario’s Construction Lien Act was released and while its authors Bruce Reynolds and Sharon Vogel have been working on the report since 2015, they recognize there is a lot more work ahead. Read more
Next Gold Seal exam will take place Jan. 20, 2017. The deadline to apply is Friday, December 16. Visit the Gold Seal website to use the online wizard to see if you qualify and to apply