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Silica dust can create serious long-term health problems for workers. Will get Dr. McGibbon on The Hammer soon to discuss and recommend ways to stay safe.
- Patrick Flannery, editor
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Statistics Canada, The Daily, has released its data on building permits for August 2024. The total value of building permits in Canada decreased by $858.1 million to $11.5 billion in August, following a strong July during which construction intentions rose sharply.
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A potentially lifesaving toolkit addressing one of the construction industry’s biggest threats is set to come to fruition thanks to a cash windfall in memory of a sector visionary. Dr. Scott McGibbon is developing a resident, construction client and professional silica toolkit.
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The six-month trend in housing starts decreased 1.3 percent from 246,972 units in August to 243,759 units in September. The trend measure is a six-month moving average of the seasonally adjusted annual rate of total housing starts for all areas in Canada.
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If elected, the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON) approves the federal Conservatives and their plans to axe the federal sales tax on new homes sold for under $1 million.
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Put your knowledge of thermal envelopes to the test with fun and informative questions about Owens Corning ComfortSHIELD® and TotalSHIELD® building materials. Each day, you have the chance to win fantastic daily prizes and be entered for the grand prize – a Vespa Elettrica!
Haven’t signed up yet? Don’t miss out! Sign up today – Game starts on November 4th!
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1908 to net-zero breaks ground this fall in Vancouver’s historic Mount Pleasant, transforming a 115-year-old heritage character home into two net-zero energy homes alongside a new net-zero laneway house.
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A study conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge has revealed that at least 70 percent of people in the construction industry report feeling stressed at work. This stress negatively impacts job performance and personal life. The findings highlight the urgent need for effective strategies to combat workplace stress.
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Kelsey is planning to leave the family business but parts of it want to go with him. What's the right call?
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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.
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Nov. 6th, 2024 | Edmonton, Alta - The Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA) hosts its annual conference.
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Dec. 24th, 2024 | Toronto, Ont.
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Dec. 11, 2024 | Tokyo, Japan.
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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.
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Brockville, Ont. - Must have a minimum 4 years experience in the residential construction industry
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Red Deer. Alta - We are looking for somebody to install and repair electrical systems in multifamily residential buildings.
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Kelowna, B.C. - We are seeking somebody to measure and cut piping, and connect piping using welding and brazing equipment.
» Apply now
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