First Equilibrium neighbourhood planned for Edmonton

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The first of six projects under the Equilibrium Communities Initiative will be located in Edmonton.

The Canadian government has named Edmonton as the site for the first project under the Equilibrium Communities Initiative.

Online PCD course begins next month

Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) is currently offering an online version of its Principles of Construction Documentation (PCD) course, with classes set to begin September 15.

Firestopping discussion heating up near Hamilton

CSC's Hamilton/Niagara Chapter is presenting a lunchtime seminar on firestopping next month.

MasterFormat 2010 Update: Now available

The new update for North America's construction documents standard is now available at www.spex.ca.

New rail service will transport Toronto passengers between downtown and airport

A new Air Rail Link (ARL) will provide transportation from downtown Toronto to Pearson Airport in time for the 2015 Pan American Games.

New Canadian greywater guidelines created

The federal government has outlined best practices in reclaimed water use for toilets and urinals with input from the Canadian Institute of Plumbing and Heating (CIPH).

BC Hydro makes attaining LEED credits easier

BC Hydro has made it easier to gain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) credits for projects.

Bringing bricks back

The Ontario facilities of a North American masonry manufacturer are now accepting leftover brick as part of a waste reduction program.