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Hope your 2025 is off to a great start. Following up on last week's review of some of the stories that shaped the past 12 months in Canada's construction sector, here are some of the items that caught our eye from July to December.
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July: Provincial funding to accelerate Gardiner construction

Targeting completion ahead of FIFA World Cup 2026, Ontario’s provincial government is providing funding for round-the-clock construction on the Gardiner Expressway.


August: South Fraser Station Partners awarded SkyTrain stations contract

Consortium of Aecon, ACCIONA and Pomerleau have been awarded the $928 million Surrey Langley SkyTrain Project's stations contract.


September: 40 Under 40 marking milestones and celebrating leadership

On-Site Magazine and SitePartners are once again recognizing the industry’s rising stars with the annual 40 Under 40 in Canadian Construction program.


October: Live Nation Canada to build new concert venue in Toronto

Entertainment company has unveiled plans for Rogers Stadium, a seasonal concert venue on the former Downsview Airport lands


November: Procore’s Groundbreak wraps up with a Fireball

The global construction innovation conference for Procore customers and partners celebrated its 10th anniversary with a focus on industry connections.


December: Infrastructure council a step forward, but construction input needed, says CCA

Canada’s federal government has created a national advisory body, the Canadian Infrastructure Council, to deliver the country’s first National Infrastructure Assessment.


 
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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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July: Changing weather overturning engineering assumptions

New ASCE Press publication offers insight on climate change and its impact on civil infrastructure. The Great Civil Engineering Overhaul details the effects of changing weather patterns on infrastructure, outlining alterations that may be required to enable civil engineers to work under changing climate conditions. » Read More...

August: Construction wants technology, despite barriers to adoption

While the construction industry is eager to embrace new technologies, there are a number of hurdles companies in the sector need to navigate, say the authors of a new report published by Columbia Business School’s Center on Global Brand Leadership with support from Trimble. ... » Read More...

September: Exploring pathways to build resilient infrastructure

Citing an urgent need for increased investment and stronger policies to protect Canadians and their critical infrastructure from the increasing threats of climate change, the Canadian Construction Association (CCA) has released "Climate resilience in construction: Building for a sustainable future," a report on building resilient infrastructure. » Read More...

October: Toronto continues to lead Crane Index

The crane counts were on the rise in the two Canadian cities included in the latest Crane Index released by international property and construction consultancy firm Rider Levett Bucknall (RLB). Toronto saw three cranes added to its skyline over the past six months, bringing the total to 83 in the core area, while Calgary experienced a 20 per cent jump in crane activity. ... » Read More...

November: Old skilled trades stigmas are gone

The perception of the trades appears to be moving in a positive direction, according to a recent Leger survey commissioned by Classic Fire + Life Safety. Two-fifths of Canadians have considered a career in skilled trades; three-fifths believe it pays well. » Read More...

December: Congestion threatening economic stability and quality of life

CANCEA traffic congestion report commissioned by RCCAO and ORBA reveals gridlock costs billions each year and erodes people’s quality of life. » Read More...

 
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July: Cat Track Wear Sensor

Exclusively build for Cat machines and undercarriages, the proprietary Cat Track Wear Sensor (CTWS) remotely monitors undercarriage wear to better predict wear out, plan maintenance and increase machine uptime. Monitored within the Cat Wear Management System, the CTWS wirelessly communicates critical track link wear information from the machine to the dealer for monitoring. ... » Read More...

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August: Doka smart sensor for concrete

Choosing the right concrete pouring speed depends on many factors, including weather and concrete mix. Real-time data from Doka’s wireless DokaXact sensors helps to ensure that concrete is poured as fast as possible while providing the best possible concrete quality. ... » Read More...

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September: Pettibone Extendo 1044X telehandler

Pettibone’s Extendo 1044X telehandler is a value-driven machine designed to provide up to 10,000 pounds of load capacity. The company says the machine was designed to offer ample lifting power and stability without the need for outriggers, significantly reducing maintenance requirements and enhancing operational speed. ... » Read More...

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October: Volvo SD125 soil compactor

Volvo Construction Equipment has broadened its compaction range in North America with a new model targeting medium- to heavy-duty compaction jobs. The SD125 soil compactor is a 12-ton machine, and the largest model in the Volvo soil compaction portfolio with an 84-inch smooth-drum and operating weight of 26,565 lb. (12,050 kg). ... » Read More...

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November: Buildots launches GenAI assistant Dot

Construction teams can now have a conversation with their AI assistant, asking direct questions to get actionable information on their project and following up for deeper insights with the launch of Dot by AI construction technology company Buildots. The interactive AI assistant for construction process management is engineered to answer questions with up-to-date information about the status of building activities, leveraging Buildots' comprehensive dataset and cutting-edge GenAI to provide instant, actionable insights in response to direct questions. ... » Read More...

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December: Rokbak Haul Track telematics

Designed to help customers monitor and maintain their machines with ease, the Rokbak Haul Track telematics system comes as standard on the brand’s RA30 and RA40 articulated dump trucks (ADTs). The company says the system’s simplicity and user-friendly interface enable customers to access actionable insights and make data-driven decisions about their fleet management. ... » Read More...

 
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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...