Sunday, May 25, 2025
B.C. helps to fund new drinking water system for Abbotsford
The City of Abbotsford announced that the province is providing $62 million to build a new well and water-treatment system to ensure a reliable, resilient…
Western Canada
CMLC selects construction manager for the Arts Commons Transformation project
The Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) announced the selection of EllisDon as the construction manager for the Arts Commons Transformation (ACT)—a major city-building initiative that…
B.C. invests in high-speed rail study to link major Pacific Northwest cities
The Province of British Columbia announced it is supporting the feasibility of a high-speed rail service connecting Vancouver, Seattle and Portland with a $300,000 investment…
B.C. communities to benefit from active transportation infrastructure funding
The government of British Columbia announced that people in communities throughout the province will have more opportunities to choose walking, biking and other sustainable travel…
New regional wastewater treatment facility for four Manitoba communities
The governments of Canada and Manitoba announced more than $39 million in funding for the construction of a regional mechanical wastewater treatment facility and collection…
City of Surrey breaks ground on construction of new athletics centre
The City of Surrey, B.C. announced it has begun construction of a new outdoor athletics centre planned at Bear Creek Park in Newton. Once complete,…
New investments for net-zero RCMP building in British Columbia
Natural Resources Canada and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) announced an $11.5-million investment through the Green Municipal Fund (GMF) for the construction of a…
Metro Vancouver opens new Central Surrey Recycling and Waste Centre
Metro Vancouver’s new Central Surrey Recycling and Waste Centre opened on September 9, and will make recycling and waste management more convenient for residents, reducing travel…
Banff officially opens new pedestrian bridge over the Bow River
The Town of Banff announced that the Nancy Pauw Bridge officially opened, creating a new crossing over the Bow River that will help reduce vehicle…
Saskatchewan invests $13M in provincial park infrastructure improvements
The Government of Saskatchewan is investing more than $13 million in provincial park facility and infrastructure improvements in 2022-23. “Our campers and day-users are always…
Edmonton approves new affordable housing, eclipses four-year targets
With the approval of grants for 258 new units of affordable housing, the City of Edmonton announced it has surpassed its four-year affordable housing targets.…
Construction starts on new gymnasium for Peace River, B.C. school
Students at Upper Halfway school in the Peace River School District are a step closer to having a gymnasium of their own. “A great school…
Construction wraps up on 11 new schools in Alberta
The Government of Alberta announced the completion of 11 new schools across the province, creating learning spaces for more than 7,100 students. “Alberta’s Recovery Plan…
Manitoba committing $70M for upgrades to Provincial Road 227
As part of ongoing strategic infrastructure investments to the provincial highway network, the Manitoba government is committing almost $70 million for upgrades to Provincial Road…
Maliview Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade Project receives funding
The Capital Regional District (CRD) announced it will receive funding through the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – Rural and Northern Communities Program. The $1,989,000…
City of Quesnel to be part of first lignin asphalt trial in B.C.
The City of Quesnel will be the first location in British Columbia to trial a new lignin-based asphalt on Neighbour Road in South Quesnel. Bitumen…
B.C. announces upgrades to ferry terminals for Kootenay Lake travel
The Government of British Columbia announced that Kootenay Lake ferry users are now enjoying improved amenities, more parking and better access at the province’s Balfour…
City of Edmonton building to house largest rooftop solar array in Canada
The City of Edmonton announced that the Edmonton Expo Centre will soon be home to the largest rooftop solar array in the country. Phase 1…
Alberta introduces new prompt payment legislation for construction industry
The Government of Alberta announced a new prompt payment framework, saying it ushers in payment timelines and a dispute resolution process for Alberta’s construction sector.…
PRPA announces completion of Fairview-Ridley Connector Corridor project
The Prince Rupert Port Authority’s (PRPA) announced the opening of the Fairview-Ridley Connector Corridor project. Testing on the route got underway in mid-August, with container…
Canada helps to create 2,100 apprenticeship positions in B.C.
The Government of Canada announced over $21 million in funding for the British Columbia Construction Association’s Construction Industry Apprenticeship Program project. The project will provide…
Manitoba to invest $61M to upgrade segment of Provincial Trunk Highway 75
The Government of Manitoba announced it is investing more than $61 million to restore a segment of Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 75 from Morris to…
Second stage of procurement begins for Prince Albert Victoria Hospital
The Government of Saskatchewan announced a modified Request for Proposals (RFP) has begun for the expansion and redevelopment of the Prince Albert Victoria Hospital. In…
Calgary International Airport receives new funding for critical infrastructure projects
Transport Canada announced close to $2 million in new funding to help YYC Calgary International Airport recover from the effects of the pandemic, and to…