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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Specialized Door, Frame, and Window Solutions for Modern Healthcare Environments›
While it’s easy to focus on the skill of the medical staff and the sophistication of the equipment when you are at a hospital, an often-overlooked aspect is the physical infrastructure that supports the entire healthcare process. This week’s Blog from AMBICO explores how doors, frames, and windows play a pivotal role in maintaining the overall functionality of healthcare facilities.
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Growing the Workforce With Early Engagement, Flexible Experiences, and Continuous Learning Opportunities
Traditionally, societal and educational trends have undervalued the pursuit of trades and technical education, resulting in fewer young people entering skilled trades – a challenge that is now compounded by an aging workforce that is at or nearing retirement. This week’s Blog from the Calgary Construction Association discusses how companies can overcome the challenge of securing the workforce of tomorrow, today.
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Buffalo Plains Wind Farm Facility Set to Generate Clean Energy for Alberta
The new Buffalo Plains Wind Farm project is nearing its commercial operation date (COD), at which point the facility will generate clean energy to more than 100,000 homes. This week’s Blog from Sarens takes a deeper look at the project and what it will bring to the province of Alberta.
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Government Must Pull Strategic Levers to Solve Canada’s Housing Crisis
Across Canada, appropriate and affordable housing is hard to find and addressing the crisis effectively requires all stakeholders to view housing as a connected ecosystem. In this week’s Blog, we dive into the pressing issue of Canada’s housing crisis and explore collaborative solutions for a more sustainable future.
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