-
How Western Canadian Businesses and Job Sites Can Stay Protected from Water This Spring
Water damage represents one of the most persistent and costly risks to construction projects and, for site managers in western Canada, spring is the time of year to have your guard up. This week’s Blog from Aviva Risk Management Solutions (ARMS) discusses the benefits of a drone assessment and how companies can ARMS’ innovative solutions to head off the problem before it becomes a crisis.
-
Building Stronger Envelopes for Spring and Summer: Managing Heat, Moisture, and Extreme Weather in Western Canada
Across Western Canada, the shift from spring thaw to summer heat brings a different set of performance demands for building envelopes. This week’s Blog from the experts at Huntsman Building Solutions show us how systems, such as spray polyurethane foam (SPF), can help maintain continuity at critical transition points and adapt to the realities of on-site construction – regardless of where you happen to be located.
-
Indigenous Engagement Strategy in Action: Frog Lake First Nation Water Treatment Project
Delivered under a collaborative construction management model, the Frog Lake First Nation Water Treatment Project reflects Chandos Construction’s belief that infrastructure projects can and should be catalysts for economic participation, workforce development, and long-term community capacity – particularly when undertaken in partnership with First Nations. This week’s Blog explores the project, and the path Chandos took towards a positive outcome.
-
Missing Middle IS the Moment
The Canadian construction industry is in the middle of a structural shift that most people haven’t fully named yet, which is seeing the single-family home construction market collapse. In this week’s Blog, Xeniya Vins at XV Architecture Ltd. discusses the ‘Missing Middle’ – housing that includes fourplexes, duplexes, and small-scale infill – and how that might be the future of housing in British Columbia.
-
Shoulder Seasons and Vapour Drive: Managing Moisture Risk in Western Canadian Buildings
Spring and fall, commonly referred to as shoulder seasons, can be important when it comes to enclosure performance, where large differences between indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity increase the likelihood that moisture will move through the building envelope. This week’s Blog from the experts at Huntsman Building Solutions shows how closed-cell spray polyurethane foam solutions work to support overall enclosure continuity.
-
Spring 2026
-
Fenestration Canada Spring Conference 2026: Showcasing Québec City
Mark your calendars. Happening May 26-29, 2026, the Fenestration Canada’s Spring Conference is heading to Québec City for three days of networking, education, and industry insight. This week’s Blog provides a tour of what everyone can expect when they’re in attendance.
-
What AI Actually Does in Construction (and What It Doesn’t)
Delivery models are shifting toward design-build and alliance contracts, placing greater design responsibility on industry. This week’s Blog from Buildcheck shows us how the promise of AI is helping contractors to shoulder that responsibility.
-
How Promise Robotics Is Enabling Homebuilding Capacity to Address Canada’s Housing Demand
Canadian builders are increasingly having to navigate labour constraints, rising input costs, and increasing pressure to deliver more homes on ever-tightening timelines. Where traditional construction methods alone have not been enough to close this gap, Promise Robotics has stepped up to offer a solution. This week’s Blog highlights the benefits of robotic automation and how it can be a new tool to build more homes, faster.
-
Fenestration Canada Announces the Canadian Glazing Conference (CGC) and FenCon Dates for 2026
Fenestration Canada has announced two upcoming events focused on the Commercial and Manufacturing industries taking place in Vancouver, British Columbia, and Winnipeg, Manitoba. The week’s Blog looks at what dates to circle on your calendar and what to expect at this year’s Canadian Glazing Conference and FenCon.
FOR INDUSTRY, BY INDUSTRY!
Got a story to tell?
Western Built magazine is always on the lookout for fresh perspectives and expert insights from the heart of the construction industry. We invite you to contribute articles to our blog – whether it’s a standout project, a new innovation, or lessons learned on the job site.
Want even more exposure?
For those looking to share their expertise on a regular basis, we now offer an exclusive contributor advertising package. This includes recurring blog features, high-visibility web advertising, and premium placement in our print magazine.
When space is purchased, your article can spotlight your products, services, or company – as long as it connects to the building industry in Western Canada, we want to hear about it!
We’ll polish every piece for grammar and clarity. Showcase your expertise today and benefit from:
✔️ Hyperlinks to your company site, LinkedIn, project pages, or product info.
✔️ Embedded videos for added impact.
✔️ Direct links to industry reports or resources.
Ready to build your brand and share your voice? Reach out today to learn more about sharing your knowledge with our connections. Be part of the conversation that’s shaping Western Canada’s construction future.