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Saint-Gobain completes acquisition of The Bailey Group

Saint-Gobain has completed the acquisition of The Bailey Group of Companies (Bailey), a leading manufacturer of metal building solutions in Canada. With approximately 690 employees working across twelve manufacturing sites throughout Canada, Bailey will reinforce Saint-Gobain’s commitment to growth in the country, adding more than $500 million in revenues.


CHBA and ICLR collaborate on Resilient Homes Task Force project

The Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction (ICLR) and the Canadian Home Builders' Association (CHBA) are pleased to announce their collaboration on the Resilient Homes Task Force (RHTF) project.


Ontario appoints skills trade special advisor

The Ontario government is appointing Dave Cassidy, former President of Unifor Local 444, as a Skilled Trades Special Advisor (STSA) to the Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development.


Small business confidence bounces back in May: CFIB

The 12-month small business confidence index has jumped 8.8 points reaching 56.4 in May, according to the latest Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) Business Barometer.


 
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Gearing up: AI safety on the construction site

Love it or hate it, artificial intelligence (AI) has become a useful tool that is making its way across almost every boardroom, office and workspace. On the surface the construction industry may not appear to use much AI – if at all. » Read more...
 
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Home performance today and into the future: a closer look at residential roofing for all weather threats

One aspect that is often overlooked in our discussions on climate change and extreme weather threats is its impact on residential home roofing systems. With fluctuating weather patterns and instances of extreme weather conditions, homeowners are increasingly concerned about the longevity and durability of their roofs. » Read more...
 
 
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The Hammer Episode #45: What's in the NBC? Roofing Edition – Troy Ferreira, CRCA

We continue our series on updates to the National Building Code with Troy Ferreira, technical director for the Canadian Roofing Contractors Association. Ferreira has been involved with commenting and proposing revisions for the 2020 NBC, which has just come into effect nationally but is still being revised. » Listen now!

 
Coming Events 
 
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CHBA net zero leadership summit

June 11 to 12th, 2024 | Vancouver, B.C. » Read More...

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LDCA hosts an introduction to risk management

June 12 to 13th, 2024 | Online. » Read More...

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WCA annual summer golf event

June 19th, 2024 | Traverse Bay, Man. » Read More...

 
JOB BOARD 
 
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Journeyman Residential Plumber

Edmonton, Alta. - Diversified Mechanical has been servicing the Edmonton GTA and surrounding areas for over the last 30 years. We specialize in residential new home construction builds and have built a reputable reputation with our contractors. » Apply now

Roofing Labour

Pasco, Wash. - If you know anything about the construction business, you know that getting the right products to the right site on time and safely is the benchmark of success. It is both challenging and rewarding work. We are Team Convoy, a distributor of construction materials; we supply roofing, building envelope, and below-grade materials. » Apply now

Electrician

Kleinburg, Ont. - ONIT Electric is a family owned business, located in the Greater Toronto Area. At ONIT, it is our goal to provide high quality labour and product, completed on time and on budget. We strive to design, build and service electrical projects that meet the highest standards of quality, expertise and accountability. » Apply now

Refrigeration Technician

Winnipeg, Man. - All Pro mechanical has been servicing the Winnipeg area for over 8 years in full-service plumbing & heating. With over 60 employees All Pro Mechanical offers residential, commercial and industrial plumbing installation and repairs. » Apply now