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May 23, 2013
GO Transit to build new maintenance facility in East Gwillimbury
Construction has started on the new GO Transit bus storage and maintenance facility in East Gwillimbury, which will help meet the demand for increased GO express service.
May 22, 2013
Minto to assist in zero energy housing project
Canadian builder and developer, Minto, has been selected as one of five building partners in Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) ecoENERGY Inovation Innitiative (ecoEII), spearheaded by Owens Corning Canada.
May 22, 2013
New ETFO headquarters a benchmark design
The Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO) has set a benchmark in sustainable design with its recently completed headquarters.
May 21, 2013
More green roofs top Toronto buildings
The roofs on Toronto buildings are becoming more green, according to the Annual Green Roof Industry Survey.
May 21, 2013
Witness recants testimony in Montreal corruption case
A witness who has delivered bombshell testimony at Quebec's corruption inquiry detailing decades political graft admitted Monday a part of his testimony was a lie.
May 21, 2013
ACEC’s input helps develop global engineering guidelines
When the Association of Consulting Engineering Companies-Canada (ACEC) met recently with the executive committee of the International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC), issues affecting the global engineering market were on the table for discussion.
May 21, 2013
Cold spring and weak construction hurt Deere’s 2013 predictions
Deere & Co. said on May 15 that bad weather and weak economies will hinder sales growth this year for lawnmowers and construction equipment.
May 17, 2013
Minnesota Vikings unveil new multi-use stadium plan
Opening the roof over the new home of the Minnesota Vikings would have forced planners of the $975 million project to eliminate some of the fancy features.
May 15, 2013
Lafarge Canada Inc. honoured by Manitoba premier for service
Lafarge Canada Inc. received a 2013 Premier’s Volunteer Service Award for the company’s seven-year dedication to Norquay School.
May 14, 2013
Architecture festival hits Halifax in June
Architects from across Canada are poised to converge in Halifax June 5 to 8 for this year’s Festival of Architecture. The event is being hosted by Architecture Canada/Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC) in partnership with the Nova Scotia Association of Architects (NSAA).
May 14, 2013
Veterans battle barriers into the trades
Creating a link between military qualifications and provincial apprenticeship requirements is one of the ways Helmets to Hardhats Canada (H2HC) is trying transition military veterans into civilian construction careers.
May 13, 2013
U of T selects architects to design engineering and entrepreneurship building
The University of Toronto has chosen Toronto-based Montgomery Sisam Architects (MSA) and U.K.-based Feilden Clegg Bradley Studios as the architects for the 15,000-square-metre Centre for Engineering Innovation and Entrepreneurship (CEIE).
May 13, 2013
PCL Constructors works on Humber River Regional Hospital in Toronto
Work is moving along at the Humber River Regional Hospital’s new acute care complex in Toronto, Ont.
May 10, 2013
Owens takes Industry Partner of the Year Award
At left, Andy Goyda, market development manager, Insulating Systems Business, Owens Corning Canada and Andrew Pride, vice-president, Conservation, Ontario Power Authority, stand with the 2012 Industry Partner of the Year Award from EnerQuality.
May 9, 2013
LEED specified for all U.S. General Services Administration buildings
A green building advisory committee established by the General Services Administration (GSA), has officially recommended that the LEED certification system be used for all GSA buildings as the best measure of building efficiency. The committee also conveyed that LEED should be the primary way to show how agency buildings use energy and water and that LEED standards are the most conducive to meet the Energy Independence and Security Act.
May 9, 2013
Cross-laminated timber first in Ottawa
In what is thought to be the first such commercial installation in the city of Ottawa, cross-laminated timber (CLT) is being utilized on a Playvalue Toys warehouse/retail facility.
May 8, 2013
Monarch continues building Waterscapes on Toronto Lakefront
Workers grab material that was lifted up at the Waterscapes at Waterview condominium project in Etobicoke, Ont.
May 8, 2013
A sluggish March dips U.S. construction projects
Spending on U.S. construction projects fell in March as the biggest drop in government projects in more than a decade overwhelmed strength in home building.
May 8, 2013
Recycled aggregate use bill supported by ARO
A private members bill that would prohibit restricting the use of recycled aggregate in all construction contracts by public sector bodies is receiving praise from the head of Aggregate Recycling Ontario (ARO).
May 8, 2013
Site conditions lead to extra cost claims
In its October 2009 decision in Welcon (1976) Ltd. v. South River (Town), the Newfoundland and Labrador Court of Appeal considered a dispute involving extra cost claims arising out of a municipal water and sewage project.
May 8, 2013
Future of the building envelope discussed in forum series
Planned as a first in a series of forums on sustainable development, Sustainability, Durability, and Design: The Future of Building Envelope, kicked off the series organized by Holcim Canada, the University of Toronto’s Department of Civil Engineering and the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design.
May 8, 2013
33rd annual BILD awards awarded the finest in building and development
The building and development industry gathered recently to hand out the 33rd annual BILD awards which recognizes the best in design, construction, sales and marketing.
May 7, 2013
Tucker Hi-Rise works on 70-storey condo at Yonge and Bloor in Toronto
Construction is ongoing for One Bloor Condos in Toronto, Ont. Owner Great Gulf Homes and construction manager Tucker Hi-Rise Construction Inc. have completion of the 70-storey, 732-unit project scheduled for late 2014.
May 7, 2013
Address on the Corner
Construction is ongoing for The Address at High Park condominiums on Bloor St. W. in Toronto, Ont.
May 6, 2013
Ottawa Convention Centre wins top award from CEO
Consulting Engineers of Ontario (CEO) has recognized outstanding contributions by the industry to the social, economic and environmental quality of life in Ontario in its 2013 awards.
May 3, 2013
New South Kent Wind project to create up to 500 jobs
Ground has been broken on the 270 megawatt (MW) South Kent Wind project, announced Samsung Renewable Energy, Inc. and Pattern Energy Group LP.
May 3, 2013
Upcoming provincial budget to boost infrastructure in small-town Ontario
The provincial government plans to create a $100 million fund for 2013-14 to help small, rural and Northern Ontario municipalities build roads, bridges and other critical infrastructure.
May 3, 2013
Bird Construction works on Berczy condos in Toronto
Exterior work continues on the Berczy condos on Front Street in Toronto, Ont. Owner Concert Properties Ltd. and general contractor Bird Construction Company have completion of the 13-storey, 166-unit project designed to meet LEED Gold certification mid-2013.
May 2, 2013
Toronto mayor and Ontario premier get “bold advice” from CivicAction
After decades of inaction with the growing Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area (GTHA), CivicAction chair John Tory delivered bold advice to elected officials on how to urgently address the region’s transit deficit now.
May 2, 2013
Construction asks: How much for infrastructure?
Despite encouraging talk from the Ontario government about the importance of sustained infrastructure investment, construction industry leaders are waiting to see how the numbers break down in today’s budget before they get their hopes up.
May 1, 2013
Ontario steel design awards scheduled for June 6
The 22nd Ontario steel design awards of excellence will be presented June 6 in Toronto. The awards are hosted by the Ontario region of the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC).
May 1, 2013
Miller Paving’s RAP process wins ORBA green leadership award
Miller Paving Ltd.’s (the Miller Group) research and development on uses for Reclaimed Asphalt Pavement (RAP) materials in pavement processes where RAP materials had not traditionally been considered has earned the organization the 2013 ORBA Green Leadership and Sustainability Award.
May 1, 2013
As WSIB nears 100 years its revamp continues, says Witmer
As the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) reaches the 100-year milestone in 2014, it has plans to revamp its business model to help cut costs and deliver its services more effectively.
April 29, 2013
Tucker Hi-Rise continues work on X2 Condos in Toronto
Construction is moving upwards at the X2 Condos in Toronto, Ont. Tucker Hi-Rise Construction Inc. is construction manager of the 49-storey, 560-unit project that will include fitness facilities, a library and lounge, a pool, retail space and six levels of underground parking.
April 29, 2013
New website engages public on benefits of concrete
A new web portal has been launched to engage stakeholders and the public in discussing concrete’s sustainability and provide information on the topic.
April 26, 2013
William Goodings receives engineering award for commitment to industry
Consulting Engineers of Ontario (CEO) has presented its inaugural chairman's award for career commitment to industry veteran William Goodings.
April 26, 2013
Nova Scotia's commitment key to Cape Breton Regional Municipality's plan: MacKay
Defence Minister Peter MacKay says more information is needed from the Nova Scotia government before Ottawa can commit to the Cape Breton Regional Municipality’s capital plan to repair crumbling infrastructure.
April 25, 2013
A Tasty Project
Construction is moving along for the Design Build of Whitby Phase 3 Expansion - Durham College Centre for Food in Whitby, Ont.
April 25, 2013
Darcon works on Liberty Development World on Yonge project in Thornhill, Ontario
A worker assists a hoist at the World on Yonge residential and commercial development at Yonge Street and Steeles Avenue in Thornhill, Ont.
April 24, 2013
Tim Hortons goes LEED in Hamilton
Tim Hortons opened its first LEED-certified restaurant in Hamilton, Ont.
April 24, 2013
University of Waterloo tops in design
University of Waterloo architecture and engineering students won first prize in the 2013 Evolve Sustainable Design Competition, receiving $5,000 and an opportunity to meet with some of Canada’s top architecture professionals at B+H Architects.
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