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KPMG survey finds construction industry affected by project failures

May 26, 2015

Auditing firm KPMG conducted a survey to senior construction leaders, and has concluded project failures weigh down on the industry and better collaboration efforts with contractors could help. “Global Construction Project Owners’ Survey: Climbing the Curve,” which targeted the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific, was built on face-to-face interviews with 109 leaders—many of which were...

Canadian building permits experience big growth

May 19, 2015

In March, the number of building permits in Canada recently saw its largest jump in the past six months, according to Statistics Canada. Its report states the increase in construction intentions for multi-family units in Ontario and the number of permits for non-residential buildings in British Columbia and Alberta were the main contributors to the overall growth.

Aerial view of a large industrial facility with trucks, parking lots, and nearby construction areas amidst green landscaping.

Saint-Gobain Canada inaugurates first zero-carbon* gypsum wallboard plant in North America and largest in the world

Canadian LEED certification starts off 2015 with a bang

May 19, 2015

The first four months of the year showed strong growth in Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification in Canada. The Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) saw 135 registrations and 202 certifications between January 1 and April 30, bringing the total number of LEED-certified buildings in Canada to 2252.

Surveyors predict drop in Canadian construction

May 19, 2015

A market survey conducted by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) forecasts a two per cent drop in the Canadian construction industry due to reduced oil prices. Based on the quarterly survey responses, the overall output is expected to be two per cent lower than if the oil prices had not declined.

CMHC releases last year’s annual report

May 12, 2015

The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s (CMHC’s) annual report states 308,820 units were insured in 2014. Over the past year, the corporation kept its focus on housing needs, and in support of the government’s efforts to reduce taxpayer exposure to the housing sector, it made important changes to its mortgage loan insurance and securitization programs.

Design awards honours six Alberta steel projects

May 12, 2015

During the 10-year anniversary of the Alberta Steel Design Awards, the Canadian Institute of Steel Construction (CISC) recognized six buildings showcasing excellence in the industry. Winning the Engineering Award was the Edmonton International Airport Combined Office and Control Tower, which was submitted by DIALOG.

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KPMG survey finds construction industry affected by project failures

Canadian building permits experience big growth

Saint-Gobain Canada inaugurates first zero-carbon* gypsum wallboard plant in North America and largest in the world

Canadian LEED certification starts off 2015 with a bang

Surveyors predict drop in Canadian construction

CMHC releases last year’s annual report

Design awards honours six Alberta steel projects

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