Scientists at Cambridge and Warwick Universities in England have used solid state nuclear magnetic resonance to image cellulose and xythan molecules and determine xythan’s role as a molecular super glue in wood and straw cells, according to Global Construction Review. Read more
We were recently notified by OEA (Office of the Employer Advisor, Nova Scotia Society) regarding the Statement of Account (Remittance Payment) dated December 25, 2016 from WCB, which has a due date of January 15, 2017.
The statements are incorrectly asking employers to calculate the premium due, using the 2017 maximum assessable wage, rather than the 2016 max. This results in employers potentially overpaying their premium remittance on January 15, (if they haven’t already paid).
The WCB is aware of this issue and have indicated they will correct the error on the next Statement of Account.
If you have any questions, please contact:
Mary Morris
Executive Director, OEA
Phone: 902-442-9366
Email: mary.morris@oeans.ca
Canadians expect to feel safe on the ground and in the sky, which is why Transport Canada is moving forward with a number of safety initiatives for drones. Read more
Due to weather, CANS offices in Dartmouth & Sydney will delay opening on Thursday, February 16, 2017 until 10 am.
The Canadian architecture, engineering, construction, owner, and operator (AECOO) community is ripe for change. Building information modelling (BIM) provides a framework to prompt and guide this transformation. Many countries around the globe have put forth BIM mandates to support the collaborative process’ deployment—the goal is to improve the performance and value generated by their respective design, construction, and asset management sectors. Read more.
The Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) ruled this month that drywall products imported from the U.S. have injured the Canadian construction industry. But much lower tariffs and a break for those in fixed-priced contracts is being recommended. “The CCA is pleased that the panel has recognized that the imposition of a duty did create a hardship on our members working under fixed-price contracts and they have recommended a solution which we hope government adopts,” said Bill Ferreira, CCA vice-president of government relations and public affairs. Read more
The world’s net-zero energy market for both commercial and residential projects is expected to grow to $1.4 trillion by 2035, according to a Navigant Research report.Read more
National Guidelines for Work Zone Safety promotes and facilitates consistent work zone safety practices across Canada by providing information that addresses common work zone issues from human factors and safety perspectives. Read moreor attend a webinar on Jan. 26
Building owners and developers have options other than costly, lengthy and disruptive concrete and reinforcing steel repair projects, members of the Building and Concrete Restoration Association of Ontario told attendees at a Construct Canada seminar held late last year. Read more
The Town of Oakville, Ont. is the first municipality in Canada to use a full Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) approach coupled with lean principles for its Oakville Arena redevelopment project. Read more