Windsor development charge freeze extended to 2031
Windsor City Council has extended the development charge freeze until 2031 and added an annual review clause. Learn how this affects local construction and growth.
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Carney to Add Projects to 'Living List' in B.C.
Prime Minister Mark Carney will announce new nation-building projects in Prince Rupert, B.C., a location central to Alberta's proposed bitumen pipeline, testing federal-provincial relations.
Barrie residents return to fire-damaged Ross Street building
Months after devastating fire rendered building uninhabitable, Barrie residents return to salvage belongings from 96 Ross Street apartments. Recovery continues.
St. Paul's Medical Office Becomes Boutique Hotel
Discover how a historic medical office building adjacent to St. Paul's Hospital is being converted into an upscale boutique hotel, blending heritage preservation with modern hospitality in downtown Vancouver.
Ottawa Firefighters Battle Major ByWard Market Blaze
Quick-thinking Ottawa firefighters contained a dangerous multi-alarm fire in a historic Dalhousie Street building, preventing potential disaster in the popular downtown area.
Edmonton Construction Fires Spark Developer Concerns
A disturbing series of construction fires in Edmonton's infill neighborhoods has developers and city officials demanding answers. Learn about the pattern, the response, and what's being done to protect these projects.
Multiple arrests after protesters breach Toronto building
Toronto police made several arrests after demonstrators forced entry into a downtown building, prompting a significant law enforcement response in the city's core.
Regina Seeks Developers for Historic GM Plant Makeover
The City of Regina is inviting developers to transform the iconic former General Motors plant into a vibrant new community space, marking a pivotal moment for heritage preservation and urban renewal.
Historic Moncton Building Back on Market
Moncton's historic T. McAvity & Sons building, a downtown architectural treasure, is back on the market with renewed preservation hopes and commercial potential.
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.
Rome Rescue Tragedy: Man Dies After Tower Collapse
A 43-year-old Italian construction worker has died shortly after being rescued from the ruins of a partially collapsed 13th-century tower in Rome, dashing hopes for a miracle recovery.
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.
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.
Intentional Explosion at Harvard Medical Building Under Investigation
Authorities are investigating a deliberate explosion at Harvard University's medical research building. No injuries reported as FBI and bomb squads comb the scene for evidence.
Fredericton Commercial Building Fire Under Investigation
Firefighters responded to a major commercial building fire in Fredericton's industrial area. The cause remains under investigation as crews work to secure the scene.
New Carbon Monoxide Alarm Rules for Canadian Homes
New Canadian regulations are expanding carbon monoxide alarm requirements in homes. Learn about the updated rules, installation locations, and how these changes could save lives.
$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.
Students denied over unapproved COVID vaccines in Toronto, Ottawa
International students in Toronto and Ottawa are being denied entry to Canadian institutions despite being fully vaccinated with WHO-approved COVID-19 vaccines not recognized by Health Canada.
Ontario's New Housing Act: More Homes, Faster Permits
Discover how Ontario's groundbreaking new legislation is tackling the housing crisis by cutting red tape, speeding up development, and creating thousands of jobs across the province.
Ghostly Footsteps Haunt New Westminster Building
A historic New Westminster building is reportedly haunted by mysterious footsteps and dark apparitions, with paranormal investigators documenting unexplained phenomena.
Rescue Ops After 7-Story Building Collapse in Turkey
Dramatic rescue operations continue in northwest Turkey as emergency crews search for survivors trapped beneath rubble after a catastrophic building collapse in Sakarya province.
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