CPS rethinking things – Canadian architectural glass news for April 23, 2026

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EDITOR'S NOTE

"A dim flicker of hope for the return of float glass production to Canada as Canada Premium Sands announces it's looking at its strategic options. Now all they need is an investor keen to build the float line. Know anyone?"

Patrick Flannery, Publisher/Editor

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News

Architectural float glass under consideration by CPS

Canadian Premium Sand has announced a review of strategic alternatives that includes the possibility of building a float glass plant near Selkirk, Man., to produce architectural glass. Previously, the company had announced the Selkirk operation...

Bill Parkin, 1936 - 2026

Bill Parkin, founder of Burlington Glass and Mirror in Burlington, Ont., passed away on April 12 at the age of 89. Parkin was a long-time supporter of the Ontario Glass and Metal Association and its...

Glazier Expo returns Oct. 14

The Finishing Trades Institute of Ontario has announced its second annual Glazier Expo will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 14, at its Toronto training centre located at 130 Toro Road. Held in partnership with the...

Last chance to register for Top Glass

Top Glass, Canada's trade event for the architectural glass industry, happens on Thursday, April 30, at the International Centre in Mississauga, Ont. It's going to be the biggest Top Glass ever, with over 70 exhibitors...

Features

LuxWall replacing single-pane with VIG in New York

Global Holdings has announced a glass-only retrofit at 1250 Broadway in New York, N.Y., also known as Nomad Tower. The project marks the first implementation of its kind on the east coast and New York...

Report predicts sluggish growth for Canada construction

A new report published today by the global professional services company Turner & Townsend, Canada market intelligence, provides a unique perspective on the Canadian market. The report draws on Turner & Townsend’s exclusive data to...