Sunday, May 25, 2025
New Leduc interchange at QEII Highway to begin construction this summer
The Government of Alberta announced that construction on a new interchange at Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Highway and 65 Avenue in Leduc is expected to…
Western Canada
Construction underway on $21.4M Highway 3 Twinning project
The Government of Saskatchewan announced that construction is underway on a $21.4 million twinning project on Highway 3, west of Prince Albert. “Highway 3 is…
Construction begins on major renovation projects for two Saskatchewan schools
Two Saskatchewan schools are celebrating the kickoff of construction on each of their renovation projects. Work has officially begun on the $28.8 million renovation and…
Canada, Manitoba and Thompson invest in a new $15M aquatic facility
The governments of Canada and Manitoba announced funding to build a new aquatic facility in the City of Thompson. “The new City of Thompson Aquatic…
New commercial inspection station near Terrace, B.C. will improve road safety
Construction will begin this spring on a new commercial vehicle inspection station east of Terrace, B.C. which will improve safety for drivers along the highway…
Alberta begins construction on Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir
Construction on the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir (SR1) is now underway, following the awarding of the contract to Vinci Infrastructure Canada Ltd. “We are extremely proud…
City of Regina invests $118M in 2022 infrastructure projects
The City of Regina officially kicked off the 2022 construction season by announcing an investment of $118 million in transportation, water, wastewater and drainage infrastructure.…
Two teams proceed to RFP for new Weyburn General Hospital
Two qualified teams will move forward to the next stage of the competitive selection process to build the new Weyburn General Hospital. The new hospital will…
Alberta Transportation to replace Athabasca’s Highway 813 bridge
A 72-year-old bridge in the Town of Athabasca is being replaced with a new, $70-million structure. Alberta-based Alberco Construction Ltd. will begin work in late…
Manitoba invests in reconstruction of Provincial Trunk Highway 5A
The government of Manitoba announced over $13 million to reconstruct Provincial Trunk Highway (PTH) 5A – the main access route into Dauphin. “As committed to…
Alberta supports pilot project to test technology for wastewater plant upgrades
The Government of Alberta announced that the Town of Sundre will receive a one-time grant of $7.5 million for upgrades to its wastewater treatment plant…
Wastewater project moves forward under new municipal partnership framework
Municipalities in Canada have an urgent need for water and wastewater infrastructure, but face significant obstacles in acquiring financing to get the job done quickly…
Manitoba commits $1.5B to highway network projects
The Manitoba government is committing $2.4 billion in infrastructure funding as part of Budget 2022, with more than $1.5 billion going toward a three-year plan…
Infrastructure BC publishes the spring 2022 Major Projects Brochure
Infrastructure BC announced the release of the latest edition of the BC Major Infrastructure Projects Brochure. “Our government committed to taking quick action to modernize…
Program to support rural highway improvements in Saskatchewan
A successful partnership between the Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Association of Rural Municipalities (SARM) continues to improve roads through its Rural Integrated Roads for…
Construction begins on expansion of St. Boniface Hospital emergency department
Construction on the expansion and modernization of the St. Boniface Hospital emergency department has officially started following strategic design planning, community and stakeholder consultations and…
Tunnel-boring machines arrive for Broadway subway project
The first shipment of parts for the tunnel-boring machines that will dig the Broadway subway project tunnels have arrived in British Columbia. The tunnel-boring machine…
B.C. Construction Association recognizes public project owners for best practices
Procuring construction services is a highly specialized practice that requires unique experience, knowledge, and skill. BC has seen a 79 per cent increase in the…
New Fort St. James, B.C. hospital moves forward
The new Stuart Lake Hospital, in Fort St. James, B.C., is a step closer in the region as a design-build agreement has been signed with…
Consulting Engineers of Alberta announce 2022 award winners
The Consulting Engineers of Alberta (CEA) announced the winners of their 2022 awards, including 26 Awards of Excellence and Merit, as well as the Lieutenant Governor’s…
$110M in federal-provincial funding for 57 infrastructure projects across B.C.
The governments of Canada and British Columbia announced more than $110.3 million in joint federal-provincial funding for 57 community, recreation, and green infrastructure projects across…
Annual survey reveals major shifts in B.C.’s construction industry
The findings of the annual BC Construction Association (BCCA) Industry Survey highlight the key issues facing employers and workers during a period of heightened construction…
Manitoba budget includes $2.4B multi-year infrastructure capital investment strategy
As part of Budget 2022, the Manitoba government announced it is investing $2.4 billion in a multi-year infrastructure capital investment strategy, including an annual minimum…
Work on B.C.’s new five-lane Steveston Interchange begins this year
The province of British Columbia announced that Flatiron Constructors Canada Limited has been confirmed as the contractor for the new Steveston Interchange Project. “A new…