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Construction firms investing more in technology since pandemic

More companies are viewing technology as a solution to improving productivity, labour flow and worker safety, according to KPMG in Canada and CCA’s follow-up report on construction in a digital world, Cue construction 4.0: Make-or-break time.


BuildForce 'responds to construction's evolving needs'

BuildForce released their annual report, which highlights its findings about and response to construction's evolving needs.


OCS releases April, May labour force update

The Ontario Construction Secretariat's economic update notes that "both employment and labour force increased from April to May, with the labour force reaching a record high. The unemployment rate decreased from 6.2 per cent to 4.6 per cent."


Henkel celebrates 100 years of Adhesive Technologies

100 years ago, Henkel began selling its first adhesive solutions to neighboring companies. The company has grown from the development of laundry detergent packaging adhesives for its own use to today’s advanced solutions in more than 800 industry segments.


 
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Building on the dip: an architect’s opinion

I like recessions…rarely will you hear architects and builders utter that phrase. I like recessions because they are the best and easiest times to get projects built. By Graham Smith » Read more...
 
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What Went Hong: Safety for the Fall

The Ontario Ministry of Labour reports falls on construction projects are the main cause of workplace injuries in Ontario. Safety columnist James Hong shares top tips on how to keep your employees safe when working at heights. » Read more...
 
 
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The Hammer Episode #38: Renovating in today’s economy - Owen Thompson and Marilena Tricarico of RenoAssistance

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. » Listen now...

The Hammer Special Episode: ‘Live like its spring’ means no fuss basement flood protection

Join Maxime Duzyk, Director of Building Science with Huntsman Building Solutions, as he discusses what we should be thinking as far as protecting home basements from water damage. Sometimes water infiltration may be inevitable, so products that can withstand a flood and even maintained after they have been submerged in water, need to be considered. For example, using building materials that are not affected by water, like metal framing and spray foam insulation that is rated a class five by FEMA and that can survive wetting and drying, and be successfully cleaned after a flood. Join Maxime as he talks about building trend options that despite the forecast will protect the home. » Listen now...

 
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Project Coordinator

Thomas Fuller Construction, located in Ottawa, are seeking a Project Coordinator who will be responsible for supporting the Project Managers and site Superintendents with coordination of project activities from start to finish, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and company and industry standards are met. » Apply now

Heavy Equipment Operator - Quarry, Sand and Gravel Pits

Walker Industries, located in Orillia, Ont., are seeking a Heavy Equipment Operator to rotate through a variety of machines and duties. » Apply now

Journeyman Carpenter

Whiponic Wellputer, located in Norman Wells, N.W.T., is seeking a Journeyman Carpenter to work in the fields of new construction, renovations and service / maintenance work for the residential / commercial sector. » Apply now

Seasonal - John Deere Small Engine & Diesel Mechanic

Maritimes' John Deere, located in New Glasgow, N.S., is seeking a seasonal mechanic to performs complex diagnostics, service repairs and maintenance work on customer and/or dealer-owned John Deere turf equipment. » Apply now