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Permits down, starts down. Talk about heading in the wrong direction when the country is screaming for housing. RESCON thinks taking the GST off homes under $1 million would help and so do I.
- 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 National Lighting Bureau is announcing the call for entries for the sixth annual Tesla Awards. This program recognizes excellence in lighting projects that, through the creative use of lighting systems and controls, illustrate the value of lighting including but not limited to improved visual performance, promotion of health and wellness, positive environmental impact, enhanced safety and security, and increased overall occupant satisfaction. The program also provides recognition for creative solutions that overcome exceptional challenges or provide outstanding community benefit. The main intent of the Tesla Awards is to promote best practices for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor ...
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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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Spray foam insulation plays a pivotal role in this retrofit movement, helping property owners significantly enhance the energy performance of homes and commercial buildings. By reducing energy bills and minimizing greenhouse gas emissions, spray foam is uniquely positioned to future-proof buildings in a climate-conscious world.
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In May of 2024, the Ontario Chamber of Commerce declared a state of emergency due to the escalating substance abuse and overdose crisis in multiple municipalities. According to the OCC’s “Beyond Emergency Declarations: Charting Ontario’s Course Through the Substance Use and Overdose Crisis” report, Canada’s construction industry is one of the most impacted sectors with 31 percent of opioid-related deaths.
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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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Movember is back with an added focus. The popular fundraising drive for men’s health has added support for mental health to its efforts along with prostate and testicular cancer. Mitch Hermansen joined Annex Business Media publisher/editor, Patrick Flannery, to talk about why these issues are important and what we in the construction community can do to help the guys who work for us.
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Dec. 11, 2024 | Tokyo, Japan.
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Dec. 24th, 2024 | Toronto, Ont.
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Canada’s national trade show dedicated to concrete, construction and the aggregates industries is happening on Feb. 12-13 2025, in Toronto, Ont. The Canadian Concrete Expo (CCE) 2025 will be the seventh annual show.
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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.
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