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Passive House Canada Expands Training with 6 New Courses

Canada's leading building performance organization expands its educational offerings with six cutting-edge courses designed to transform construction practices and accelerate the adoption of net-zero-ready buildings across the country.

Hurricane Wedding: Jamaica to Saskatoon Airport

A Saskatchewan couple's tropical Jamaican wedding was dramatically relocated to Saskatoon Airport after Hurricane Beryl devastated their original venue. Their love story triumphs over nature's fury.

Typhoon Kalmaegi: 26 Dead in Philippines Flooding

Deadly Typhoon Kalmaegi has battered the northern Philippines, claiming 26 lives and leaving countless residents stranded on rooftops while vehicles disappear beneath raging floodwaters.

Rome Tower Collapse: Rescue Worker Trapped

Emergency crews work tirelessly to free a construction worker buried under rubble after the sudden collapse of a medieval tower in central Rome. Dramatic rescue operation continues through the night.

Perth County Explosion Ruled Non-Suspicious

Authorities have determined the massive Perth County explosion and fire that destroyed a commercial building was accidental, ruling out suspicious causes. The investigation continues as the community assesses the damage.

Modular Wood Construction: Canada's Housing Solution

Mass timber construction is emerging as Canada's secret weapon against the affordable housing shortage. Discover how factory-built wood homes could revolutionize housing while cutting costs and carbon emissions.

Hurricane Melissa Ravages Jamaica's Agriculture

Jamaica's agricultural and fishing industries suffer devastating blows as Hurricane Melissa unleashes torrential rains and destructive winds, compounding recovery efforts from previous storms.

6.3 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Northern Afghanistan

A significant 6.3 magnitude earthquake struck northern Afghanistan, sending tremors across the region. Get the latest details on damage reports, casualty counts, and international response efforts.

Lansdowne 2.0 Faces Union Contract Concerns

Ottawa's building trades council raises alarm about non-union contractors and wage concerns in the massive Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment project, warning of potential labor disputes.

Mexico Store Fire Kills 23, Dozens Injured in Explosion

A devastating fire and subsequent explosion at a hardware store in northwestern Mexico has left at least 23 people dead and over a dozen injured in one of the country's worst retail disasters in recent memory.

South Windsor Home Fire Causes $500K in Damages

A devastating overnight fire ripped through a South Windsor residence, resulting in approximately $500,000 in damages. Fire crews battled intense flames in dramatic rescue operation.

Hurricane Beryl Relief: Aid Workers Rush to Jamaica

As Hurricane Beryl's devastating aftermath unfolds in Jamaica, international aid organizations scramble to deliver life-saving supplies to isolated communities facing widespread destruction.

$50M Funding Boost for Rural Canadian Municipalities

The Canadian government announces a significant $50 million funding increase for rural municipalities through the expanded Canada Community-Building Fund, empowering local communities to address infrastructure priorities.

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