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Training on net zero building available from Built Green

Kicking off the new year, Built Green Canada launches its Net Zero Energy+ program for single family new homes, a new level of achievement within the organization’s long-held, industry friendly green building program.


Ontario to help municipalities streamline housing approvals process

Ontario premier Doug Ford has announced that Queen’s Park will launch a new fund to help municipalities streamline their housing approvals, especially by adding online capabilities.


Vaccine mandates would likely face legal hurdles in Canada

Federal Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos wants provinces to make vaccination mandatory. Quebec has proposed a health tax for the unvaccinated. And other democracies have proposed similar laws. But fining or taxing the unvaccinated raises practical and legal problems.
 
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Limit the role of regulators

Mark would like to see the new Skilled Trades Ontario take on a simple role as a training administrator rather than a certifier. » Read more...

What’s the point of the ESA?

Paul wonders what function the ESA serves, since contractors remain liable for accidents even if a job has a permit. » Read more...

Drip cap caveat

Richard agrees with our window installation experts in “Window and Door Installation Done Right” for the most part, but points out that drip cap and membrane can cause more problems than they solves under some circumstances. » Read more...
 
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Exterior Finisher

Woodside Enterprises is excited to offer you an opportunity to join our dynamic team. We are a quality driven construction company that specializes in exterior siding and finishing in the Fraser Valley. » Apply now...

Intermediate Project Manager & Estimator

COPCAN Civil LP. is an award winning civil construction company, operating from offices in Nanaimo, Victoria, Kelowna and Rossland. » Apply now...

Building Serviceperson 1 - Carpenter

The Building Serviceperson 1 performs general repair, maintenance, renovation and alterations of University buildings, furnishings and structures, contributing towards providing a safe and accessible, invitingly clean and comfortable, functionally-enriched and well-maintained campus environment through service excellence. » Apply now...