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Editor's Note 
 
Looks like the Bank of Canada read my editorial in the fall print issue. Next time, I'll ask for new trucks for everyone. But seriously, the rate cut is obviously very welcome and not a moment too soon.
- Patrick Flannery, editor
 
News 
 

Bank of Canada reduces policy rate by 50 basis points

The Bank of Canada has reduced its target for the overnight rate to 3¾ percent, with the Bank Rate at four percent and the deposit rate at 3¾ percent. The Bank is continuing its policy of balance sheet normalization.


Last chance to review the 2020 NBC

The Canadian Board for Harmonized Construction Codes (CBHCC) invites the public to participate in its next review of proposed changes to the 2020 editions of the National Model Codes. 


George Brown hosts Toronto youth for BOLT Day of Discovery

Held at George Brown College's Centre for Construction and Engineering Technologies (CCET), this collaborative initiative brought together GBC, the BOLT Foundation, and Tridel to inspire and inform aspiring young tradespeople from across Toronto.


Mix business with an awesome trip to Japan?

Japan Build Tokyo will take place from December 11-13 at Tokyo Big Sight. This year's edition will feature exhibitors from around the world, including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Italy, Australia, the Netherlands, and Norway, solidifying its status as a truly global event for the construction and building industries.


 
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Labour Force Survey - September 2024

Statistics Canada has released its data on the labour force survey for Sept. 2024. Employment rose by 47,000 in Sept., while the employment rate declined 0.1 percentage points to 60.7 percent. The unemployment rate fell 0.1 percentage points to 6.5 percent. In Sept., employment rose among youth aged 15 to 24  and core-aged women (25 to 54 years old). More people were employed in information, culture, recreation, wholesale and retail trade, and professional, scientific, and technical services in September. » Read More...
 
 
The Hammer podcast 
 

The Hammer Episode #49 – Upright Slab – Damon Gray, NZ Builders

We had a great conversation with Damon Gray, owner of B.C.’s NZ Builders, about their innovative insulated concrete panels and some of the great things they can achieve with them. NZ is making high-performance homes, even Passive House homes, on Vancouver Island out of concrete and finding the material generates a more comfortable and healthy environment for their customers. » Listen now!

 
Coming Events 
 
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2024 ACSA Conference

Nov. 6th, 2024 | Edmonton, Alta - The Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) hosts its annual conference. » Read More...

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The Buildings Show 2024

Dec. 24th, 2024 | Toronto, Ont. » Read More...

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Japan Build Tokyo 2024

Dec. 11, 2024 | Tokyo, Japan. » Read More...

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International Builders' Show

The NAHB International Builders' Show is the largest annual light construction show in the world. The 2024 show welcomed 76,000+ visitors from more than 100 countries. » Read More...

 
JOB BOARD 
 

Journeyman Carpenter

Brockville, Ont. - Must have a minimum 4 years experience in the residential construction industry » Apply now

Electrical Apprentices

Red Deer. Alta - We are looking for somebody to install and repair electrical systems in multifamily residential buildings. » Apply now

Refrigeration Mechanic

Kelowna, B.C. - We are seeking somebody to measure and cut piping, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment. » Apply now