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Nine in 10 Canadian construction companies say they are dealing with a shortage of skilled labour or trades and may need to consider alternatives, such as prefabrication and modularization or innovative new technology. A
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Canadian Contractor's first annual Golf Day took place on June 1, 2023 at the Royal Stouffville Golf Course. A day full of hot shots and cool drinks, contractors gathered for a day of networking with fellow industry professionals.
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In B.C., a four-week public review has begun to review and comment on numerous proposed building code changes, including: accessibility and adaptable dwellings; cooling requirements; mass timber construction; radon safety; and ventilation in houses.
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KEEN Utility, the safety footwear and the work boot division of KEEN Inc., has announced the six recipients of its 2023 She Builds Grant Program. Launched by KEEN Utility in 2021, the She Builds Grant Program was created to help advance the empowerment of more women entering the skilled trades.
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Has your business been impacted by limited access to vehicle inventory? Don't worry, Sterling Fleet Outfitters can help you get your work trucks ready for summer so you can meet the needs of your business! With their stock of cab-height slip in truck capsules in stock and ready to be tailored to your specific needs, you can ensure your commercial trucks are more efficient, reliable, and productive!
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Henry has decided to bring in new employees to help handle expanding projects. He has noticed that one of his new employees, Jess, has started showing up to work late, taking long breaks and, is quiet and reserved. Henry speaks with Jess about her change in behaviour and Jess explains she has been feeling underestimated and isolated by the “boys club” of the family business, so has not felt comfortable coming and being at work. What should Henry do?
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For as long as he can remember, Ajay Punnapadam has been an entrepreneur. Even as a young boy, living in India, he was always coming up with innovative ways to make money. In June 2019 he, his wife and their three children moved to Canada. They settled in Stratford, Prince Edward Island, and a month later Punnapadam set up his current business, Confederation Construction And Interiors (CCI) Inc. By Jack Kazmierski
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In this edition of The Hammer, editor Kaitlin Secord sits down with Owen Thompson and Marilena Tricarico of Desjardin’s RenoAssistance to discuss their annual Renovation Intentions survey results and what these results can teach contractors. We also chat about strategy for navigating renovations in today’s economy and climate.
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Canadian Contractor author of the Ryan Report, Steve Ryan, joins The Hammer to share his thoughts on inflation, interest rates, housing prices and labour…all the big economic topics challenging us all. Why are expectations worse than inflation itself? Why do the prices of houses go down as the prices of everything else rise? Will workers be asking for more in the months ahead? Is there a recession on the horizon? Ryan delves into all that and more from his perspective as a long-time business consultant to Canadian construction company owners.
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Rust-Oleum has released its first-ever pre-tinted wall paints. The line, called Colour Spark, is an all-in-one paint and primer that aims to simplify the colour selection process.
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WILMAC Construction, located in Kensington, P.E.I., is seeking a carpenter to assist with their residential and commercial development projects.
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CMS Steel Pro, located in Pictou, N.S., is seeking a general labourer to work on a variety of job sites, like fabrication, industrial and marine.
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Scott Builders Inc., located in Calgary, specializes in total construction services. They are seeking a senior project manager with extensive experience in a construction management/contractor environment to manage projects and lead project teams.
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MONK Renovations, in Halifax, N.S., are seeking two well rounded carpenters who have the knowledge and skills to renovate and build, we typically focus on the following types of renovations: Bathroom / Kitchens / Basements & Additions
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