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Saskatchewan fixing aging culverts, bridges in rural areas of the province

$2.1 million in funding will cover the cost of five projects.


P.E.I. building new roads, rehabilitating existing ones

Work includes construction of five kilometres of new road, rehabilitation of an additional 36 kilometres.


Reminder: Submit your nominations for the Top 10 Under 40

Rock to Road is looking to recognize Canada’s best young workers in the aggregates and roadbuilding industries. Anyone under the age of 40 as of Dec. 31, 2021, is eligible. The deadline to apply is Sept. 30.
 
 
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Hoskin Scientific

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Hoskin Scientific brings you new and innovative GPR Subsurface Detection instrumentation with the Screening Eagle GS8000. The one solution for locating objects and mapping the underground world using SFCW ground penetrating radar technology.
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Fossil fuel: Alberta’s aggregate industry assists in recovery of Ice Age bones

Fun fact: Between half and two-thirds of the collection at the Royal Alberta Museum is a direct result of working with the aggregate industry. » Read more
 
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Frontline Machinery

Small Footprint, Big Impact: Keestrack R3 Impact Crusher

The smallest model in its range, the Keestrack R3 impact crusher combines versatility with productivity making it one of the top compact track-mounted mobile crushers in the market today.

This horizontal shaft impact crushing plant is used in primary and secondary natural stone crushing, and concrete and asphalt recycling applications. The R3 is equipped with a vibrating punch plate pre-screen, a large inlet opening of 30" x 38", and a vigorous 44" rotor resulting in optimal reduction ratios and a capacity up to 250 tph. Coming in under 30 tonnes this machine is easy to transport, often not requiring a permit, making it the perfect machine for contractors on the move.
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Polydeck debuting line of protective items at MINExpo 2021

PROTEX line includes liners, frame protectors, side wear plates and other in-demand items such as ceramic and magnetic liners. » Read more

Despite pandemic, women carved out slightly larger role in construction last year

David Kennedy, editor of our sister publication On-Site, takes a look behind the numbers that showed a modest increase in the percentage of women in the industry. » Read more

Caterpillar expands Cat Command remote-control operation to excavator line, enhancing safe machine operation

Technology removes the operator from the machine in potentially hazardous operating environments. » Read more
 
JOB BOARD 
 

Occupational Safety Office – Various Locations

WorkSafeBC is hiring 25 officers across the province of British Columbia, including positions based in Port Moody, Richmond, Surrey and Nanaimo. » Apply now

309A Electrician or Apprentice

R.A. Electrical in Barrie, Ont., is looking for a licensed electrician or 3rd/4th year apprentice for immediate hire in the Cookstown/Shelburne area. »  Apply now

Project Co-ordinator

Progressive Ventures Construction is looking for a full-time professional in Terrace, B.C. Pay is $28 to $45 per hour. » Apply now

Senior Project Manager

Tlicho Community Builders in Yellowknife is hiring for this senior position that oversees site superintendents and monitors construction sites. » Apply now