One of Japan’s Most Revered Architects Says the World Should Build Less
Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, whose projects explore connections between natural and man-made systems, said the world should limit new construction to reduce the climate impact of the built environment.
Manitoba announces $4.1 billion infrastructure strategy
The Government of Manitoba has outlined a multi-year $4.1 billion infrastructure strategy that will see upgrades done to 1,862 kilometres of provincial roads.
Climate change must be considered in highway infrastructure planning: Transport Futures speaker
Governments around the world are looking to reduce carbon emissions to meet climate goals and the future of highway infrastructure has to be factored into those planning discussions.
Ontario Investing in Critical Infrastructure
The Ontario government is investing more than $159 billion over the next decade to support infrastructure, including transit, highways, schools, hospitals, and long-term care projects.
Today, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Official Languages and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA), the Honourable Daniel Allain...
Due Diligence: Consider environmental components of project planning to save time and money
So, you’re considering buying or leasing land for new infrastructure or services. Have you also considered your environmental due diligence needs?
$7.9M investment will allow First Nation in northwestern Ontario to improve its infrastructure
The Canada Infrastructure Bank is lending $7.9 million to Netmizaaggamig Nishnaabeg (formerly known as Pic Mobert First Nation) so the community can improve critical infrastructure.
VIA Rail CEO tells MPs climate change is leaving transport networks vulnerable
Climate change is posing a threat to Canada’s transportation network, VIA Rail’s top executive said Thursday to MPs examining severe travel delays that played out over the holidays.
Government Of Canada Investing $25M In Infrastructure Funding For Parks Canada
The network of protected areas administered by Parks Canada is a gateway to nature, history, and 450 000 km² of memories from coast to coast to coast.
Trucking Right Along: Unique remediation solutions for a remote First Nations community
Pikangikum First Nation is an Ojibway First Nation community located on the shores of Pikangikum Lake in the Kenora District of Northwestern Ontario.
Rising construction costs hurting N.L. communities trying to upgrade infrastructure Social Sharing
With inflation driving construction costs higher than in previous years, local service distracts are having trouble coming up with the 10 per cent in funding they need to tackle important...
Planning a Path to Zero Carbon
In June 2022, Canada released its first-ever Emissions Reduction Plan, indicating a building sector-specific GHG emissions reduction target of 37 per cent relative to 2005 levels (or 42 per cent relative to 2019) and net-zero by 2050.
Varcoe: West side story for downtown Calgary needs a big role for local players
The managing director of Peoplefirst Developments has a personal connection to the area — having lived there as a teenager — while the firm has a $38-million downtown project that aims to turn the old SNC-Lavalin building into a rejuvenated structure...
Construction underway on Métis Nation of Alberta Solar Farm Project
Construction has started on The Métis Nation of Alberta’s (MNA) Métis Crossing Solar Project (MCSP), a 4.86-megawatt community generation solar installation at Métis Crossing.
Prairie provinces leading on economic growth, a new report says
The Conference Board of Canada says the Prairie provinces will likely be the top economic performers this year, even as the Bank of Canada's inflation-fighting measures quell the country's overall economic output.
CSA Group releases guide to help Canadian municipalities implement community water standards
Floods and rainstorms comprise a significant portion of weather-related natural disasters that occur each year.
USask researchers explore how floods and droughts are challenging science and society globally
In a new paper published in Nature, a team of University of Saskatchewan (USask) and international researchers presented their findings from a global investigation to determine gaps in science...
Roadworks work for the economy
As inflation rises, and with it, economic uncertainty, here are five projects to watch as construction continues across Canada.
Ranked: The Most and Least Livable Cities in 2022
Pandemic restrictions changed the livability of many urban centers worldwide as cultural sites were shuttered, restaurant dining was restricted, and local economies faced the consequences.
Industry alliance planning a massive revitalization of areas near old Montreal
An alliance of developers, architects, builders and planners has joined forces to map out a vision for revitalizing the 2.3-square-kilometre Bridge-Bonaventure and Pointe-du-Moulin areas near old Montreal.
