A security guard has died at a Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics construction site after exposure to nighttime subfreezing temperatures. The tragic incident highlights safety concerns.
Construction begins on a new 13-storey hotel across from the BMO Centre on the Stampede Grounds, marking a significant addition to Calgary's hospitality and event infrastructure. Learn more about this development.
Canada's residential construction crisis deepens as Senate adjourns, delaying a GST rebate for first-time new-home buyers. Industry warns of mounting job losses and stalled projects.
Physical structures are now rising at the 350-acre PowerCo site in St. Thomas, Ontario, marking a major milestone for the electric vehicle battery plant project. See the latest developments.
The Quebec Construction Commission has officially transitioned to digital operations, marking a significant modernization step for the province's building industry. Discover the implications for workers and contractors.
Calgary's new Scotia Place event centre is entering a pivotal construction phase focused on its steel framework in 2026. Get the latest details on this major downtown development.
Contractors warn Edmonton's specialized LRT workforce could disperse to other cities if rail expansion stalls after current projects, wasting a decade of investment. Learn about the risks to the city's transit future.
EllisDon enforces new safety rule: all personnel on its worksites must wear CSA/ANSI Type 2 hard hats with chin straps starting Jan 1, 2026. A move to cut traumatic head injuries.
Negotiations continue for a third day in the Montreal residential construction strike. Get the latest updates on the talks impacting the city's building sector.
A major residential construction strike in Montreal could begin Wednesday if the APCHQ refuses to consult its members. Learn the critical details and potential impacts on the city's housing projects.
A Fraser Valley developer was sentenced to an $80,500 fine and two years probation for serious safety infractions that endangered workers at an Abbotsford construction site. Read the full details.
Government fees on Calgary rental builds have skyrocketed 536% since 2010, now costing 4.5 months' rent per unit before move-in. Experts warn this model is unsustainable. Read the full analysis.
A British Columbia developer faces an $80,000 penalty for serious workplace safety breaches and failing to comply with a stop-work order. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
A CNESST investigation reveals fatal 2023 accident occurred due to a complete lack of safety protocols, training, and qualified supervision on a Montreal North construction site. Read the shocking findings.
A new report details the lack of training and safety equipment for temporary foreign workers before a fatal workplace collapse in Montreal. Read the investigation's findings.
Engineering News Record ranks BrandSafway sixth globally among specialty contractors. The firm has held a top-ten spot for 17 years, supporting iconic projects from Toronto to Norway.
A worker was seriously injured in an industrial accident at a Toronto construction site Thursday morning. Emergency crews responded to the scene as an investigation begins.
A new study reveals development charges in Edmonton have soared 628% since 2010, the highest rate among major cities. Despite the spike, fees per unit remain the lowest, aiding affordability. Explore the details and impacts.
A Toronto-based company has been ordered to pay a $1 million penalty by Ontario's construction regulator for constructing homes without the required permits. Learn the details of the enforcement action.
Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee vows a thorough investigation into a fatal fire and promises sweeping construction safety reforms. The city demands answers.
Ottawa's landmark Ādisōke library will not open in 2026 as planned. City officials cite construction pressures but have not made the full reasons public. Details inside.
Building a house foundation on bedrock like the Canadian Shield is structurally sound, but experts warn of critical moisture and mechanical risks. Learn the essential fixes for a dry, stable home.
Barrie residents can finally breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited reopening of Bayview Drive ends construction delays and traffic headaches. Get the full story on the completed project.
Quebec's construction sector achieved a record year in 2025 with a 2% increase. Experts project further expansion in 2026, signaling robust economic activity. Discover the drivers behind this growth.
Over 200 students from grades 9-12 participated in NAIT's Jill of All Trades event, gaining hands-on experience in welding, electrical work and other trades while addressing Canada's skilled labor shortage.
Despite Alberta-Ottawa pipeline agreement, analysts say no private company will build new West Coast line due to massive cost risks and Trans Mountain memories.
A construction worker in London sustained serious, life-altering injuries after falling at a work site. The incident highlights ongoing workplace safety concerns in the construction industry.
Vancouver's PNE Amphitheatre budget has nearly tripled to $183 million, raising questions about accountability and major project management in Canadian municipalities.
A devastating high-rise fire in Hong Kong has claimed 44 lives, leading to arrests for gross negligence. Learn about the rescue efforts and the safety investigation.
Prime Minister Mark Carney's Build Canada Homes announcement used a fake construction site costing taxpayers $32,707. Documents reveal the 'homes' were temporary props.