Computational Mathematics Could Transform Building Site Decisions

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CREAM Architects and the University of Gothenberg have teamed up with Chalmers University of Technology in Gothenberg, Sweden to develop a mathematical solution for optimizing the placement of buildings within a landscape, according to Phys.org. Read more

Virginia Tech Researchers Develop Small, Portable Vibration Damper

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Researchers at Virginia Tech have developed a micro-sized, portable mass tuning damper weighing in at 275 pounds that can reduce structural vibrations in bridges and buildings by up to 75%. Read more

Cities Looking at More Deconstruction and Salvaged Materials

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The City of Vancouver (CoV) is pushing for more home deconstruction and salvaging of reusable materials such as first-growth wood and architectural features with its Green Demolition Bylaw in place and Habitat for Humanity has launched a deconstruction crew to pick up on the growing trend. Read more

Staffing, Retention an Ongoing Employer Challenge, Hays Finds

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Employers in the construction sector continue to have difficulty with staffing and retention, indicate the findings of a recent Hays Canada report. Read more

Invisible Factors Impact Post-injury Return to Work Timing

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It used to be that bio-medical — physical — factors were thought to be the only variables which impacted the timing and condition of an injured person’s return to work. However, it is being increasingly recognized that other invisible factors — social and psychological — can be important too. Read more

BuildForce Canada Releases 2017 Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward Highlights Reports

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BuildForce Canada’s annual Construction and Maintenance Looking Forward forecasts offer a 10-year scenario of workforce supply and demand by trade, province and region. These forecasts help industry, training providers and government decision makers manage workforce requirements. Read more

Energy Use in the Canadian Construction Industry

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The Canadian Industrial Energy End-Use Data and Analysis Centre (CIEEDAC) has published a fact sheet and a report on the energy use in the Canadian construction industry 1990 – 2015.Read more

ACEC, CCA Submit Pre-budget Wish Lists to Feds

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Two of Canada’s most influential construction stakeholders offered policy direction combined with specific recommendations for legislative reform as the federal government invited submissions as part of its budget 2017 consultation process. Read more.

The Dotted Line: How training programs can ‘fund the future’ of a skilled workforce

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Companies are taking the initiative to offer training and development options for their workers: read more. CANS’ award-winning Industry Education & Training program provides valuable training opportunities for career development, skill building, and enhancement designed specifically for the construction industry. Contact us to learn more.

Nova Scotia’s construction industry to face challenges as 8,000 workers set to retire over next 10 years

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The loss of those workers combined with fewer young people available to fill the vacant spots will make it difficult to maintain a skilled workforce of sufficient size, says a spokeswoman for BuildForce Canada. Read more.