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Latest posts

Spring Thaw Protection: How Heatlok Soya HP Prevents Insulation Damage During Floods
The spring thaw challenges the work and craftsmanship of builders and contractors as the combination of melting snow, increased rainfall, and shifting frost levels put additional pressures a home’s foundation and insulation system. This week’s Blog from Huntsman Building Solutions innovation can help create a seamless, air, vapor, and water-resistant barrier that tips the odds in the homeowner’s favour when it comes to flooding.

How AI Has Impacted Canadians Seeking Employment
From résumé screening and interview preparation to personalized job recommendations, the job search landscape in Canada has undergone a dramatic transformation with the rise of artificial intelligence. In this week’s Blog from Career Professionals of Canada, we explore the challenges and opportunities AI brings to the table for employers and job seekers alike.

Discover Innovation and Networking at the Fenestration Canada Spring Conference 2025
Fenestration Canada’s 2025 Spring Conference will take place in exciting Halifax, Nova Scotia, from May 27-30, 2025, at The Lord Nelson Hotel & Suites. The week’s Blog takes a look at what to expect at this year’s Conference and why you should have the end of May circled on your calendars.

Countdown to the 2025 Canadian Roofing Expo
Returning April 15-16, 2025, to the International Centre, Toronto Ontario, the 2025 Canadian Roofing Expo is the roofing industry’s premier event. This week’s Blog explores everything CRE 2025 offers those in attendance.

Join us at Fenestration Canada’s Upcoming Events: The Canadian Glazing Conference & FenCon!
Fenestration Canada has announced two upcoming events focused on the Commercial and Manufacturing industries taking place in Surrey, British Columbia, and Winnipeg, Manitoba. The week’s Blog takes a look at what to expect at this year’s Canadian Glazing Conference and FenCon.

Shaping the Future: Trends and Innovations Driving British Columbia’s Construction Industry in 2025
With urban growth, evolving labour dynamics, and technological breakthroughs driving transformative change, the construction industry in British Columbia is at a key moment in 2025. This week’s Blog from Prism Construction discusses some of the trends and innovations driving the future of British Columbia’s construction industry, this year and beyond.

Construction Industry Facing Disproportionate Overdose Rates and Substance Related Dangers
An unfortunate, yet significant, challenge faced by all groups within the construction industry is the disproportionate rate of substance use. This week’s Blog explores this pressing challenge and then shows us a new tool from Digital Public Square that is helping build awareness, eliminate stigma, and authentically supporting talent when it comes to substance abuse.

Why More Canadians are Considering Careers in Skilled Trades
A recent Leger survey commissioned by Classic Fire + Life Safety reveals some fascinating insights into how Canadians view these essential careers. This week’s Blog take a deep dive into the numbers and discusses what today’s workforce is looking for in tomorrow’s careers in the skilled trades.

Unlocking Opportunities: A Sneak Peek into the Canadian Concrete Expo 2025 – Where Innovation Sparks Connections
You are invited to the 6th Annual Canadian Concrete Expo. Join a bevy of industry experts in Toronto, Feb 12-13, 2025, at Canada’s ONLY national trade show dedicated to the concrete, aggregates, and construction industries! This week’s Blog takes a look at what attendees can expect from the 7th annual CCE, and why you should be making travel plans for Toronto this February.

A History of Innovation: How 3M science has kept Canadian workers safe on the road and beyond for more than 50 years
3M is at the forefront of safety innovation in construction, and the company develops essential personal protective equipment (PPE) and groundbreaking technologies to keep job sites safer, more comfortable, and more efficient. This week’s Blog explores how 3M has helped to build a safer future for all Canadians, whether at work or in their everyday lives.