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Editor's Note 
 
Heading down to New Orleans to check out the latest outdoor gear at HPBExpo sounds like a good idea for a "business" trip.
- Patrick Flannery, editor
 
News 
 

Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association announces HPBExpo25 details

The Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association (HPBA) announces that its flagship event, HPBExpo, will be held in New Orleans, Louisiana, from March 26-29, 2025. The HPBExpo brings together industry professionals from around the globe to a city filled with southern hospitality, celebrated food, rich history, and renowned culture. HPBExpo, the only niche marketplace spanning specialized categories like barbecue technology, fireplaces, chimneys, accessories, and outdoor living, has been redesigned to help retailers, buyers, manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers connect and do business together.


U.S. Federal Trade Commission bans fake online reviews

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission has announced a final rule intended to combat fake reviews and testimonials by prohibiting their sale or purchase and allowing the agency to seek civil penalties against knowing violators. Many Canadian contractors are reluctant to offer online reviews on their websites out of concern for the many ways the systems can be gamed or abused.


NLB offering chance to have outstanding lighting projects recognized

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.


Westlake Royal expands partnership with Alexandria Moulding

Westlake Royal Building Products has announced an expanded partnership with Alexandria Moulding. To strengthen Westlake Royal’s distribution in Canada, Alexandria Moulding will now stock and distribute Versetta Stone, a mortarless, cement-based stone veneer siding panel, at its locations in Alexandria, Ont., Calgary, Alberta, and Moxee, Washington.


 
Features 
 
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Ontario homebuilders call for action in light of grim outlook: RESCON

Housing starts over the next few years will likely weaken and the already-dire supply shortage could get even worse, warns a comprehensive report released by the Residential Construction Council of Ontario (RESCON), which represents new home builders. » Read More...
 

Ontarian View: Look to the taxes

The residential construction industry, and particularly the high-rise condo sector in the Toronto area, has taken a shellacking lately as many developers have put their projects on hold. Years of high interest rates, excessive taxes, bureaucracy and red tape, and an outdated and abysmally slow approvals system created a perfect storm of debilitating conditions for homebuilders. Hold on to your hats. There may be more pain coming. That was one of the prevailing messages conveyed during Housing Summit 4.0, a recent event hosted by the Residential Construction Council of Ontario that featured discussions and remarks by political leaders and industry ... » Read more...
 
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The Dilemma - Family Ties

Kelsey is planning to leave the family business but parts of it want to go with him. What's the right call? » Read more...
 
 
The Hammer podcast 
 

The Hammer Special Episode: It’s Movember – Mitch Hermansen, Movember

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. » Listen now!

 
Coming Events 
 
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Japan Build Tokyo 2024

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

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The Buildings Show 2024

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

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Canadian Concrete Expo

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. » 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