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June 13, 2019
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On-Site reveals Canada’s 2019 Top Contractors

How much revenue did Canada’s construction giants book last year? Who came out on top? Check out our annual report highlighting the 40 largest construction companies in the country


Ontario construction industry prepares for new prompt payment, adjudication rules expected to bring ‘profound’ change

Stakeholders have four final months to prepare for one of the most significant changes to the province’s building industry in years. Ottawa and the other provinces aren’t far behind


SNC-Lavalin CEO steps aside as board eyes new direction for ailing firm

Neil Bruce’s abrupt departure comes after nearly four years at the helm. Analysts say it’s now more likely that the company will sell off certain assets, such as its construction operations, and refocus solely on engineering


Ontario plumbers, pipefitters return to work after week-long strike

About 12,000 from the two construction trades walked off the job last week for the first time in 30 years
 
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Rival all-Alberta Indigenous coalition sets sights on Trans Mountain pipeline

The federal government is to make a final decision on whether the pipeline expansion can proceed by June 18 » Read More

An ounce of prevention: Planning IT projects

No contractor would show up on a job site with no plan or schedules, yet many embark on information technology projects with a very vague set of goals » Read More
 
PRODUCTS 
 
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Volvo CE Dig Assist Start, Load Assist available for select excavator, wheel loader models

Dig Assist Start is intended to make it easier for operators to dig, trench and excavate, while Load Assist is designed to offer real-time intelligence and work order documentation » Read More
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Husqvarna unveils LP 9505 trench compactor

The trench compactor offers a high operating weight, designed to enable compaction without vibration, and features a Tier 4 Final Kubota diesel engine and articulated steering » Read More
 
Events 
 

WoodRise 2019

Date: Sept. 30 - Oct. 4
Location: Quebec City
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The Buildings Show

Date: Dec. 4-6
Location: Toronto
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