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Aboriginal clean energy projects starting up across Canada

May 6, 2014

Successful clean energy projects from Canada’s Aboriginal Peoples are increasing across the country. Spearheaded by Aboriginal communities, these projects harness hydro, wind, biomass, and solar power. It is estimated by the end of 2015 more than 60 projects will be in operation, generating 1400 megawatts (MW) of electricity. At the end of last year, 46 projects were already up and...

Best in B.C. architecture to be honoured

May 5, 2014

The Architecture Foundation of British Columbia (AFBC) is celebrating a century of the province’s architecture with its 100 Best Buildings contest. Nominations are open to all B.C. residents in a search for buildings that create an emotional connection. Entries are expected to cover everything from Vancouver’s Marine Building to rural barns.

Mitten introduces the first-ever black vinyl siding

Specification process changes examined in new study

April 20, 2014

New U.K. research suggests the longevity of specifications is increasing as they continue to become an integral part of building information modelling (BIM). Some of the survey’s findings include the majority of respondents stated updating the specifications throughout the life of a building benefits entire project teams. Further, more than one-third of respondents agreed they shared specification documents outside of their firms, with nearly half of those anticipating changes or additions from other parties.

Concrete bridge contest inviting entries

April 16, 2014

The Portland Cement Association’s (PCA’s) 14^th biennial Bridge Awards Competition has issued a call for entries. The program recognizes excellence in bridge construction and design across North America. Eligible structures—whether new construction, reconstruction, or widenings—must have been completed between October 2011 and September 2013.

CaGBC conference comes to Toronto

April 15, 2014

The 2014 edition of Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC) National Conference and Expo is coming to Toronto. Titled “Building Lasting Change,” the event will be held at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre from June 2 to 4. The expo hall tradeshow has been expanded to include more booths and pavilions this year; there will also be more than 30 continuing education sessions, along with a half-day materials workshop sponsored by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA).

Construction companies among Canada’s best managed

April 13, 2014

Canada’s Best Managed Companies program, sponsored by Deloitte and CIBC, has recognized numerous construction industry firms in its 2013 listings. The program honours Canadian-owned and managed firms with revenues exceeding $10 million. The 2013 honorees in the architectural, engineering, or construction fields include:

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