Layoffs, Shutdowns Coming to Construction Industry, Experts Warn

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Gilbert Brulotte, head of the CCA, said there are a number of explanations for the funding delays. For one, the Liberal government needed new agreements with the provinces before proceeding. Also, the Alberta government was late giving Ottawa its wish list for water infrastructure and transit projects, which also required funding. “Those are just the realities of the day. It takes time, but in the meantime, the money’s not flowing.” Read more

Liberals Boost Infrastructure Spending

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“It’s now phased in over 11 years as opposed to 10 so it will provide additional certainty for the industry and hopefully help avoid the peaks and valleys that traditionally accompany infrastructure renewal,” said Bill Ferreira, vice-president of government relations and public affairs with the CCA. Read more

How the construction industry is reacting to President-elect Trump

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Donald Trump’s development experience and infrastructure proposals have thrust construction into the spotlight, and our survey found that industry insiders are largely optimistic about the next administration. Read more.

PM pitches Canada to investors; aims to attract billions for infrastructure

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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spent Monday pitching some of the world’s most powerful institutional investors on his country’s economic virtues, urging them to invest in Canada — specifically in infrastructure. Read more.

Integrated Project Delivery: The Proactive Solution for Labor Shortage

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The construction industry is no stranger to labor shortages – in August of this year 69% of construction firms were struggling to fill hourly craft positions. Architects, firms and contractors are scrambling to augment the existing workforce. But what if we approach the problem differently, putting the focus on utilizing the existing workforce to its full efficiency? Watch now.

Arup Develops ‘Living Wall’ Scaffold System for London Project

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International design and engineering firm Arup has developed a green “living wall” scaffolding system — outfitted with grass, flowers and wild strawberries — in an effort to make construction sites healthier and less of an eyesore, the Construction Enquirer reported. Read more

New App Offers Access to Health and Safety Information

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The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) has released an app that provides instant access to workplace health and safety advice and information on mobile devices. Read more

Canada Green Building Council to Launch a Zero Carbon Building Standard in Spring 2017

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November 2, 2016 – Today, the Canada Green Building Council® (CaGBC)released a Zero Carbon Buildings Framework for the assessment of highly energy efficient buildings that minimize greenhouse gas emissions. The Framework is the first stage of a broader CaGBC Zero Carbon Buildings Initiative to champion the move to lower-carbon commercial, institutional and high-rise residential buildings in support of Canada’s efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 30 percent by 2030. Read  more

Liberal Government to Spend $32 Billion over 10 Years on Infrastructure

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The Trudeau Liberals are swinging open the doors to the federal treasury to push some $32 billion more out the door in the coming decade for infrastructure projects. Read more

Federal Ministerial Panel Report Published

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CCA is pleased that the Federal Ministerial Panel Report is now public. This report highlights many of the complicated issues the government must weigh as it considers Kinder Morgan’s application for expansion of the Trans Mountain Pipeline. CCA’s support for approval of the project remains strong and we look forward to the government’s decision in December. Read more