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Rental Mart review: new approaches rejuvenate Canada’s rental show

This years’ Canadian Rental Mart looked a little different than the rest. The show saw its first in-person return since 2018. Some things stayed the same (like the return to the International Centre in Mississauga) and others were a bit different.


A Maritime merger lead to 10-fold growth for a family-run rental company

When a large and successful family-run company with a well-established reputation for looking after its customers, employees and its community buys a small rental store in a thriving area of the Maritimes, it’s perhaps easy to predict the outcome.


EDITORIAL: Queen Elizabeth’s 70-year reign might be the greatest lesson on leadership

It has probably not escaped your notice that Queen Elizabeth passed away last month. I’m not a big royal watcher, but the articles about her life have been a window into a truly remarkable track record of long-term success as a public figure, despite changes and challenges that would likely have demolished the reputation of most other leaders we see around us today.


Opioid overdoses are on the rise in Canada’s construction industry

Canada’s opioid overdoses are on the rise and it’s an issue that is trending upward within the country’s construction sector. One region where massive spikes in opioid-related deaths in the sector are taking place is within the country’s most populated province.
 
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EDCO

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Counter Talks

Counter Talks Episode #40: A Really Big Show – Christine Hammes, American Rental Association

Our emergence from COVID is official – the ARA Show is returning as a live event to Orlando this February. With registration opening up, Christine Hammes joins the podcast to give us the advance preview of the world’s largest trade event for the rental industry. We take a look at the great events and education on offer; talk a bit about the venue and location; and go higher level for some discussion of shows generally and why they are so important. » Listen now...
 
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John Deere

Reliable machines that make a colossal impact

You don’t need just any machine on your jobsite. You need the right one. From skid steers to backhoes, our lineup of rental equipment is up to the task. These machines offer the best of both worlds and are strong enough to tackle demanding work and small enough to navigate tight spaces. Reach the finish line on your jobsite with John Deere rentals.
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JOB BOARD 
 

309A Electrician

Dynamic Energy Services is a leading provider of LED Lighting and Lighting Controls Solutions for Commercial Businesses. We are seeking qualified licensed Electricians to help us grow our installation team. » Apply today

Carpenter's Apprentice

thinkBright Homes is a growing home building company specializing in high-performance, energy efficient, and carbon-smart custom homes and deep-energy retrofits in and around the Columbia Valley, British Columbia. » Apply today

Skilled Carpenter / General Tradesman

Glenaden Homes is a rapidly growing residential home builder based in Etobicoke specializing in major renovations and additions with budgets of $1M+. » Apply today
 
Events 
 

ARA Show

February 12 - 15, 2023 » Learn more

ConExpo/ConAgg

March 14 - 18, 2023 » Learn more