Tarion introduces dispute resolution – Canadian renovation and homebuilding news for March 13, 2026

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Tarion introduces Dispute Resolution Team

A recent Ontario Home Builders Association bulletin reports Tarion is piloting a new step in the Builder Arbitration Forum (BAF) process with the goal of resolving builder disputes faster.

City of Ottawa easing off builders

The Public Works and Infrastructure Committee in Ottawa has approved a new Access by-law to regulate the construction, use and maintenance of the portion of driveways and walkways that are in the city’s right of...

Last chance to submit CAGBC Awards nomination

The 2026 CAGBC Awards nomination window is still open with an extended deadline of March 18. Presented at Building Lasting Change — Canada Green Building Council’s national green building conference, happening June 17 through 19...

Ontario and Quebec single-family permits lead January increase: StatCan

In January, the total value of building permits issued in Canada increased $607 million (4.8 percent) to $13.3 billion. The increase was led by the non-residential sector ($464 million) and supported by the residential sector...

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BetterBid to add reputation certificates to contractor listings

Online consumer protection service BetterBid has launched a data-driven construction contractor verification badge that will appear on contractors' listing on its lookup engine. The badge displays a real-time risk score based on the online reputation...

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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.

Five small projects that drive home value

Advances in plumbing technologies are expanding what’s possible in retrofit situations, allowing fixtures and appliances to be added in locations that were previously difficult or cost-prohibitive. We’ve rounded up five renovation projects that consistently deliver...

Excavator stops digging before it hits utilities

Here's a look at some cool new tech that detects buried utilities and stops the excavator bucket before it hits. Could save lives.

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Large language lethargy: The Dilemma, March 2026

Amir wants to use AI to power his office, but his veteran office manager won't go there. Give your answer to Amir's dilemma in the comments for a chance to win a DeWalt angle grinder!

What should Amir do?