Sunday, May 4, 2025
New legislation to diversify energy infrastructure in Alberta
New legislation for the Province of Alberta will clarify rules for geothermal energy development, to lay the groundwork for future projects and to help diversify…
Western Canada
Infrastructure improvements to downtown Regina complete
The City of Regina has announced the completion of the multi-year Victoria Avenue Infrastructure Improvement & Beautification Project for the downtown core. “Victoria Avenue is…
New interchange construction in Airdrie to reduce congestion, create jobs
A new interchange at QEII Highway and 40th Avenue in Airdrie, Alberta will improve safety and create more than 300 jobs. When completed, the new…
Regina expands on demand transit pilot
Regina Transit is expanding its On Demand Transit pilot program to offer over 167 additional bus stops. The pilot program on Route 10 allows riders…
Historic expansion investment for Alberta irrigation infrastructure
The Alberta government, together with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and eight irrigation districts, is modernizing irrigation infrastructure to create jobs, expand agriculture production and…
Alberta dives into geothermal energy development
Using emerging technology and decades of drilling expertise, the Alberta government is taking steps to create the conditions for industry to harness clean energy from…
TransLink seeks innovative ideas on transit modifications
TransLink, Metro Vancouver’s public transit authority, is seeking ideas for improving health, safety and public trust while welcoming customers back in the context of the…
Alberta releases new plan to diversify natural gas infrastructure
A new plan for diversifying and growing Alberta’s natural gas industry is designed to position the province as a post-pandemic powerhouse for responsible energy development.…
BC Construction Association announces new board chair
The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) has announced the election of Mike Fawcett to the role of Board Chair for the 2020-2023 term. “BC’s construction…
Building infrastructure at four Alberta educational institutions
Together, the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta, with the support of municipalities, will provide more than $52.7 million to complete four infrastructure…
First phase approval for Vancouver’s Granville Bridge connector project
City Council has approved a budget and phased plan for building the new Granville Bridge Connector (GBC) project and improvements for Drake Street in Vancouver,…
Completion of Cold Lake and Bonnyville seniors centre
The federal governments and Province of Alberta are marking the completion of a decade-long project to increase seniors housing in Cold Lake and Bonnyville, Alberta.…
Major improvements to Fort McMurray health centre complete
The construction of the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre building envelope is complete, on time and on budget. The building can now provide a better…
Complex Crowchild Trail transportation project is complete
One of the most complicated transportation rehabilitation projects in the City of Calgary’s history is now complete. The three-year $87 million project added several changes…
Communications infrastructure funding to support rural B.C.
The Province of British Columbia is making a significant investment in connectivity to encourage a rapid expansion of high-speed internet access and drive regional economic…
Royal Inland Hospital reaches topping-off milestone
The Royal Inland Hospital Patient Care Tower Project in Kamloops has reached a significant milestone, bringing the hospital project another step closer to enhancing care…
New patient tower approved for UHNBC
People in Prince George will benefit from public healthcare in a modern medical setting, as the Province has approved the concept plan for a new…
Preferred proponent selected for Kicking Horse Canyon project
Following a competitive procurement process, a preferred proponent team has been chosen to design and construct Phase 4 of the Kicking Horse Canyon Project near…
Saskatchewan commits $47 million for new schools
Deputy Premier and Education Minister Gordon Wyant was joined by Parks, Culture and Sport Minister and Regina Gardiner Park MLA Gene Makowsky as well as…
B.C. releases South Island Transportation Study
The South Island Transportation Strategy has been released, laying the groundwork for future improvements to the ways people get around on southern Vancouver Island. “This…
B.C. continues progress on Massey improvements
The Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is in the process of identifying property necessary for future infrastructure improvements on Highway 99 near the George Massey…
McKenzie Interchange project substantially complete
The Highway 1 McKenzie Interchange project is now substantially complete. “The Trans-Canada Highway is a vital route for both residents and tourists. It connects people…
B.C. invests in BCIT housing
Students attending the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) in the coming years will have access to hundreds of new, affordable and environmentally friendly on-campus…
South Bow River bridge project in Calgary receives $70 million
As part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, the Alberta government is spending $70 million to replace the eastbound bridge over the Bow River on southeast Stoney…