Workers Encouraged to Stay Hydrated
/in front, news/by Alison ClackB.C. is in the midst of a record-breaking heat wave and while many are hitting the beaches and camping, construction crews are on the jobsite. Hard work in the hot sun can be more than unpleasant – it can be dangerous. Read more.
Financial Issues Thwart Apprentices
/in front, news/by Alison ClackFinancial issues are among the biggest challenges apprentices must overcome to successfully complete their training, says a labour market analyst. Read more.
Tapping into Kids’ Passion for Minecraft in the Classroom
/in front, news/by Alison ClackEven young children can quickly progress from building a simple survival hut to creating impressive structures. For instance, the year three girls in a research project called Serious Play rebuilt their school in Minecraft. To achieve this they had to use a range of design, maths, art and geography skills. Read more.
Key Developments in the Canadian Construction Market
/in front, news/by Alison ClackDespite the negative impact of low oil prices in the economy of oil producing provinces, Alberta and British Columbia registered the highest gains in investment on non-residential construction in 1Q15; 4% and 2% growth respectively. Read more.