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EDITOR'S NOTE

"Data from MMI shows new homebuilding in Ontario mired in an apparently permanent rut. Good news for renovators, I guess. "

Patrick Flannery, editor

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VRBA extends sympathies to Tumbler Ridge familes

Brian Trenchard, president of the Victoria Residential Builders Association, issued this statement in response to the school shooting Feb. 12 in Tumbler Ridge, B.C., that killed eight.

IKO recognized for 40 years of QMRA support

IKO has been recognized for 40 years of membership with the Quebec Master Roofing Association (QMRA) during the Association’s Convention and Annual General Meeting.

CAGBC offering free zero-carbon building workshop

With support from provincial funding, the YMCA of the National Capital Region is partnering with CAGBC to cover the full cost of our upcoming Zero Carbon Buildling Standards Interactive Workshop for eligible construction workers in Ontario.

CIL leans into Canadian roots with rebranding

Canadian Industries Limited (CIL), a Vaughan, Ont.,-based manufacturer and distributor of paints and coatings, has unveiled the company’s new logo. The new logo is described as recognizable, tapping into its iconic red color, curved text...

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SUCCESSion event to prepare business owners for transition to new ownership

SUCCESSion – a one-day conference for business owners and executives looking to sell their business – will take place April 21 in Vaughan, Ont. Here’s our conversation with Julian Franch, a partner at Tax and...

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How smart load management is transforming Canadian renovations

As the demand for electrified homes rises, smart energy management technology is helping contractors install heat pumps, EV chargers, and solar systems without costly service upgrades.

MMI: Ontario’s record-low family housing should set off alarm bells

Headline increase, weak reality: Ontario housing starts rose about 12 percent year-over-year in January 2026, but starts are a lagging indicator and remain below historical norms. Family-sized homes have all but evaporated: Single-detached, semi-detached, and...

Mental health is a matter of workplace safety: Lyall

For decades, construction has been defined by grit and an unspoken expectation to push through just about anything – long work hours, pain and exhausting work. But that culture can take a toll. Latest stats...

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Charity Case: The Dilemma, February 2026

Carol likes to give, but her generous ways threaten to put her in a pinch when her friend comes to her with a special request. Solve Carol's Dilemma for a chance with a DeWalt angle...

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