Friday, March 21, 2025
The challenge of building infrastructure
We are in the midst of what is known as an election super cycle. Provincial elections in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia…
North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council signs MoU with Westinghouse for SMR
Westinghouse Electric Company and the North Shore Mi’kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC) announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote the selection and…
Ontario to explore opportunities for new nuclear energy generation in Port Hope
The Government of Ontario announced it has asked Ontario Power Generation (OPG) to explore opportunities for new nuclear energy generation at their Wesleyville site, following…
Closing the labour gap in construction
Employing more than 1.6 million people and generating $150 billion of annual economic activity, construction accounts for 7.4 per cent of Canada’s GDP. However, a skilled…
New CEO leading the charge to expand Ontario’s electricity system
With the retirement of Mike Rencheck, Bruce Power announced the promotion of Eric Chassard to the position of president and CEO effective July 1, 2024.…
RFPs issued for Peel Memorial Hospital Phase 2 Redevelopment Project
Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and William Osler Health System (Osler) have issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the new Peel Memorial Hospital Phase 2 Redevelopment…
Basic Maintenance
If you’ve ever watched a home renovation show, then you’ve heard the line, “you’ll spend the most money on the things you can’t see.” Experts…
P3s shine when it comes to social infrastructure
The more things change, the more they stay the same. When it comes to the need to build new public infrastructure—schools, hospitals, roads, etc.—that statement…
Canada’s Rail Transportation Future
I’m a hockey fan. This time of year, my favourite team has usually ended its season prematurely, yet again, and my attention turns to the…
A Seat at the Table
Indigenous equity participation in infrastructure is key to achieving net-zero and reconciliation Canada will not achieve Indigenous reconciliation or reach net-zero carbon emissions without Indigenous…
Construction to begin on new Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area centre
Parks Canada announced that construction is set to begin on the Lake Superior National Marine Conservation Area Administration and Visitor Centre in Nipigon, Ont. Once…
Plans to deliver affordable homes in False Creek North take major step forward
A land transfer agreement to the City of Vancouver that will deliver more than 670 affordable rental homes on three sites in False Creek North…
Cutting-edge technology is shaping the future of construction
While Building Information Modeling (BIM) continues to expand its reach, innovative technologies such as digital twinning and artificial intelligence (AI) applications hold out hope for…
Breaking Down Barriers
PCL’s Cheyanne Hammell is committed to encouraging women to explore careers in construction Growing up, Cheyanne Hammell, special projects manager with PCL Constructors Canada’s Toronto…
2024–2034 Québec Infrastructure Plan to invest $153 billion over six years
The 2024–2034 Québec Infrastructure Plan (QIP) is set at $153 billion – a $3 billion increase over the previous plan and a $52.6 billion increase…
Shifting Gears: Canada’s Energy Transition
With the shift from fossil fuel to zero-carbon energy sources, Canada’s energy transition is in full swing. But what does this mean for municipalities, construction…
Prefab construction helping Peterborough build affordable housing project
Construction of the City of Peterborough’s affordable housing project at 681 Monaghan Rd. has seen significant progress as precast structural loadbearing walls and precast floor…
Minister provides overview of 2023-24 NL road construction season
John G. Abbott, Newfoundland and Labrador’s Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, addressed the Heavy Civil Association of Newfoundland and Labrador and provided an overview of…
Feds invest $7M in affordable homes for Millbrook First Nation
The Government of Canada announced more than $7 million in funding for the Millbrook First Nation to build more affordable housing. This funding will assist…
VW’s PowerCo SE reaches milestone in St. Thomas, Ont. gigafactory project
Volkswagen Group-owned battery company PowerCo SE stepped up its activities in Canada with a groundbreaking ceremony held on the site of its future cell gigafactory…
Leading the Sustainability Charge
The path to net-zero includes sustainable materials and building performance standards The construction of sustainable, net-zero buildings will play a significant role in helping Canada…
P3 2023: From housing to focusing on the third “P” – partnerships
Canada’s housing crisis was front and centre during day one of the Canadian Council for Public-Private Partnerships’ (CCPPP) annual P3 2023 conference in Toronto. “We…
Four companies selected to bid for Quinte Health hospital project
Infrastructure Ontario (IO) and Quinte Health announced they have invited four companies to respond to a request for proposals (RFP) to deliver the Prince Edward…
Massey Tunnel replacement procurement moves to next step
The Government of British Columbia announced that following a request for qualifications (RFP), three bid teams have been invited to participate in the next phase…