On behalf of the Construction Association of Nova Scotia’s President and Board of Directors, we invite you to one of our strategic planning consultations throughout Nova Scotia. Join us to provide your input on topics important to your organization and the construction industry. Light food and refreshments will be provided. Dates, Times & Locations: Tuesday, […]
With the planned 1800 Terry building in Seattle, Kirkland WA-based Seawest Investment Associates is gunning for the first urban high rise project to be awarded a priority green building permit from the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections. Read more
The dawn of a new era of automated vehicles (AVs) will introduce new levels of complexity and unpredictability to the transportation systems of the developed world, says Toronto-based systems engineer Bern Grush of Grush Niles Strategic.Read more
Construction companies constantly seek ways to improve project efficiencies and avoid cost and schedule overruns. Integrated project delivery (IPD) is a proven, highly effective approach for reducing construction inefficiencies, labor and extra costs while boosting project outcomes. Read more.
CANS office will be closed for the holidays on Friday, December 23 at 2 pm, reopening on Tuesday, January 3 at 8:30 am. Have a wonderful holiday!
The value of building permits issued in Nova Scotia increased by 27.2 per cent in October, following a decrease of 26.0 per cent in September. Residential permit values rose by 36.0 per cent while non-residential values increased by 8.8 per cent. Compared with October 2015, NS building permits were up 5.5 per cent with an increase […]
A widening infrastructure funding gap forces the costs of basic maintenance upon supply chains while stifling the country’s competitiveness. Read more.
From practical gear to low-tech wearables, these ideas are sure to make the day of any construction pro on your list. Read more.
An expressway off-ramp that will bend in a strong earthquake but remain standing — and usable — is under construction as part of a huge bridge/tunnel project in downtown Seattle. Read more
This fall has been hectic with the new government passing its one-year mark and moving forward on its commitments. As I am sure you well know, consultations abound, and fortunately at ESDC there is one convenient link for the ones emanating from here, as well as a click through for other government consultations. Read more.