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BMO Centre marks steel structure completion

With 9,000 metric tonnes of steel installed since December 2021, major Calgary project is on track to welcome the world in 2024.


Manitoba scholarship fund will support females in engineering

Memorial scholarship for females studying civil engineering at UM honours the legacy of Ruth Eden, engineer and public servant.


Bird Construction signs on with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories

Major Canadian construction company to be a strategic delivery partner for work under 10-year CNL capital program.


Construction paces labour gains across Canada

The number of people working in construction rose by 1.6 per cent in October, a gain of 25,000 jobs.
 
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Continental

Continental ProViu improves operator performance and safety

ProViu 360 Surround View Camera System helps operators monitor their equipment and surroundings easily and safely at a single glance, maximizing the field of view and eliminating blind spots. ProViu can be used while the equipment is in motion or standing still. The system’s four high-performance HD automotive cameras cover every direction and create a virtual bird’s-eye view of the entire vehicle in real time. The enhanced HD resolution image is displayed in dynamic 3D views on a 10” HD touch screen monitor for easy viewing by the driver. ProViu is compatible with CAN-Bus and other GPIOs, and customizable. » Learn more
 
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September permits come crashing down

Decline in construction intentions hits double-digits in largest monthly decline on record. » Read More
 
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OpenCircle

Employees Need Benefits. Not Pizza Parties.

As the needs of modern day businesses and employees evolve, one thing is clear: pizza parties won’t cut it anymore.

The bar has been raised for workplace culture, and a pizza-shaped pat on the back isn’t enough for the market’s best and brightest. Today’s ambitious employees demand more. Beyond fair compensation, they care about their careers, their health and their family. The most successful businesses will be those that recognize and reward their most valuable assets.

A Membership with OpenCircle is a great place to start. Formerly Merit Contractors Association, an OpenCircle Membership offers businesses comprehensive and flexible group benefits, including benefits for hourly workers. » Learn more
 
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Multifunctional neck gaiter for comfort and warmth

The Polar multifunctional neck gaiter from Buff Safety is designed for professional use in cold environments, both indoor and outdoor. It is ideal for workers who require optimal thermal insulation to perform static or low-intensity work activities in cold temperatures. » Read More

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Genie introduces lithium-ion option

In response to growing demand for cleaner, quieter, low-maintenance equipment that can withstand the rigors of construction jobsites, Genie has introduced a new lithium-ion battery option for its GS E-Drive slab scissor lifts. Rigorously tested for longevity and reliability — even in extreme environments — the batteries used have been specifically designed for Mobile Elevated Work Platforms (MEWPs) and are certified by the independent certification organization Underwriters Laboratory (UL) against fire, electric shock and explosion. » Read More
 
EVENTS 
 
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P3 2022

Date: November 21-22, 2022
Location: Toronto, Ontario
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The Buildings Show

November 30 – December 2, 2022
Location: Toronto, Ontario
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World of Concrete

Date: January 16-19, 2023
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
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Canadian Concrete Expo

Date: February 16-17, 2023
Location: Mississauga, Ontario
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