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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 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

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

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 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

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 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 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

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 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 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 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

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

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

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

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 7, 2013

Address on the Corner

Construction is ongoing for The Address at High Park condominiums on Bloor St. W. in Toronto, Ont.

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 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

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 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 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 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 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

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

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

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 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 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 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 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

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.

April 24, 2013

Tim Hortons goes LEED in Hamilton

Tim Hortons opened its first LEED-certified restaurant in Hamilton, Ont.

April 23, 2013

FIDIC conference set to gather in Barcelona

The International Federation of Consulting Engineers (FIDIC) is holding its centenary conference in Barcelona, Spain from Sept. 16-18.

April 22, 2013

United States saved $2.2 billion in paving costs thanks to new practices, finds NAPA

Taxpayers in the United States saved over $2.2 billion during the 2011 paving season as a result of adopting sustainable construction practices, according to the Nation Asphalt Pavement Association (NAPA).

April 22, 2013

Integrated electricity grid explored by CEA

A white paper published by the Canadian Electricity Association (CEA) proposes some policy recommendations to enhance the integrated electricity relationship between Canada and the United States.

April 22, 2013

New Montreal IKEA more energy efficient

IKEA’s new store in Montreal will be 40 per cent more efficient than its previous stores that were built in early 2000’s.

April 19, 2013

Canary District construction taking flight

With eight cranes erected and working to build what will eventually be the city’s newest community, the developer of the Canary District says the project is set to be completed later next year.