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The past year has flown by, so as we reflect on the old and focus on the new, we thought we would share some of the stories that have shaped the past 12 months in Canada's construction sector. Watch for our July to December list next week.
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January: CCA names incoming president

Rod Gilbert, senior vice-president of public affairs and procurement practices to succeed current president, Mary Van Buren, in May.


February: B.C. union calling for mandatory crane certification

IUOE Local 115 sounds alarm in the crane industry following two safety incidents in a span of just four days.


March: CCA conference navigates disruption, creativity and technology

Singer and AI user David Usher puts focus on the use of creativity and technology to navigate change in the industry.


April: “Robocops” to assist Atwill-Morin jobsite workers

Masonry, concrete and scaffolding company has invested in exoskeletons to be deployed on some of its construction sites.


May: The benefits of diversity and inclusion are real

In his latest column for On-Site, RESCON's Richard Lyall explains that strategies aimed at building positive culture on construction sites are not only good for your people and the industry, they are also beneficial to your company's bottom line.


June: A historic handshake on the Gordie Howe International Bridge

With a handshake, the largest and most ambitious infrastructure project along the Canada-United States border is that much closer to completion.


 
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Changes of international interest?

With the victory by Donald Trump in the U.S. election, what, if any, impact do you think the change in leadership by our neighbours to the south (who happen to be our largest international trading partners) will have on Canada’s construction sector? » HAVE YOUR SAY
 
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January: Top 2024 financial priority: Paying down debt

CIBC poll says interest rates and recessionary fears top the list of economic worries for Canadians as we head into 2024. » Read More...

February: AI a bright spot for pessimistic Canadian CEOs

The economic outlook is more pessimistic for Canadian CEOs than their global peers, but generative AI is providing many with hope of opportunity for reinvention, says PwC CEO Survey. » Read More...

March: AI and social engineering fraud worrying Canadian companies

KPMG in Canada survey finds more than nine in 10 Canadian companies victimized by fraud fear that AI-generated deepfakes will accelerate risks. » Read More...

April: RBC Economics offers pragmatic housing solutions

With Canada in the midst of a housing crisis, RBC report presents seven ways to address the country’s housing shortage. » Read More...

May: Canadian picture improving in RICS construction monitor

Promising growth seen across the board, although skills and labour shortages remain a key issue holding back the sector, says RICS and CIQS. » Read More...

June: Canadians are ready for net-zero, but is government?

Poll suggests majority of Canadians lack confidence in Canada's ability to achieve its net-zero goals by 2050. » Read More...

 
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January: DeWalt electrified concrete tools

DeWalt has launched its Powershift lineup, an equipment system designed to optimize the workflow of concrete jobsites through electrification. The company says the electrified line will allow users to transition away from gas-powered equipment, without compromising efficiency and performance. ... » Read More...

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February: DEVELON introduces hydraulic breakers

DEVELON is expanding its attachment offering in North America with the launch of its HB-Series hydraulic breakers, the HB06H and HB15FH. Engineered for high-performance, durability and ease of maintenance, the company says the breakers have been engineered to handle the most punishing demolition, mining and general construction applications. ... » Read More...

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March: Milwaukee Tool portable power supply

The Roll-On 7,200 W/3,600 W 2.5 kWh power supply from Milwaukee Tool is designed to eliminating the common hassles of gas and temporary power on jobsites. Featuring a non-removable, RedLithium integrated 2.5 kWh battery, the company says the power supply can provide enough power and run-time to sustain high-demand, intermittent applications throughout the day. ... » Read More...

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April: RIZON electric Class 4 and 5 trucks

RIZON, a commercial electric truck brand developed and manufactured by Daimler Truck, has entered the Canadian market. With orders starting this June, the company offers four models of vehicles, in a dozen configurations. The company says the state-of-the-art electric Class 4 and 5 electric vehicles represent a significant milestone in its commitment to sustainability ... » Read More...

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May: Case side-shift backhoe loaders

Two new models of Construction King backhoe loaders from Case offer side-shift capabilities, allowing operators to move the boom left or right to work more efficiently parallel to walls or around obstacles. The new 97-horsepower 580SV Construction King side-shift and the larger, 110-horsepower Case 695SV side-shift, as well as a 695SV center-pivot model, are now available in addition to the company’s N Series lineup. ... » Read More...

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June: Hyundai HX-A compact excavators

HD Hyundai Construction Equipment North America recently introduced four new models to its HX-A series of compact hydraulic excavators. The HX17AZ, HX27AZ, HX55ACR and HX60A excavators fill in the company’s line of compact excavators, the first models of which debuted at CONEXPO in 2023. The line now includes eight models. ... » Read More...

 
Events 
 
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World of Concrete

January 21-23, 2025 - LVCC - 3150 Paradise Road Las Vegas, NV 89109 » Read More...

Canadian Concrete Expo

February 12-13, 2025 - International Centre - 6900 Airport Road, Mississauga, ON L4V 1E8 » Read More...

CCA 2025 Annual Conference

March 11-14, 2025 - Chateau Frontenac - 1 Rue des Carrières, Québec, QC G1R 4P5 » Read More...

World of Asphalt

March 25-27, 2025 - America’s Center Convention Complex - 701 Convention Plaza, St. Louis, MO 63101 » Read More...

CIQS Congress 2025

June 19-21, 2025 - Delta Hotels Winnipeg - 350 St. Mary Street, Winnipeg, MB  R3C 3J2 » Read More...