Construction Canada
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Construction Canada delves into the intricacies of construction projects and explores various design build challenges in an effort to give readers practical solutions to difficult problems.
Construction Canada is the official publication of Construction Specifications Canada (CSC)—an organization dedicated to improving project specifications and bringing together members of the built environment for the betterment of the construction industry.
As such, Construction Canada has been instrumental in disseminating information and keeping its readership—architects, engineers and specification writers—abreast of the latest happenings within the organization and reporting on the issues relevant to design professionals. Source
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Search ArticlesToronto mixed-income rental project breaks ground
By Construction Canada The development will include affordable, deeply affordable, rent-controlled, and market-rate units. Image courtesy Neighbours Community Homes Construction has started on a mixed-income rental development on Danforth Avenue that will deliver more than 400 purpose-built rental homes. Representatives from Woodbourne, Neighbours Community Homes, the City of Toronto, and Le Théâtre français de Toronto gathered for a groundbreaking ceremony at 1111 and 1117 Danforth Avenue.
‘Living lab’ advances pollinator research
By Construction Canada The centre gives visitors a close look at the world of honeybees. Image by Riley Snelling/courtesy v2com The University of Guelph’s new Honey Bee Research Centre is designed to support scientific research, commercial honey production, education, and public engagement under one roof. The 1,300 m2 (14,000 sf) facility sits beside the Guelph Arboretum on a former tree nursery site.
Thermal Envelope+ Workshop
Better Building Envelope Design Using Practical Tools to Tackle Thermal Bridging An interactive workshop with refreshments & networking Thermal bridging can feel complex, but with the right tools, it becomes far more manageable. This engaging workshop brings together architects, engineers, and specifiers for a practical session focused on building envelope performance, code alignment, and smarter design decision-making.
Public plaza anchors Calgary mixed-use project
By Construction Canada The project aims to transform an underutilized site into a walkable urban destination. Image courtesy Zeidler Architecture Inc/courtesy v2com A new mixed-use development in Calgary, Alta., revolves around a public plaza that connects the surrounding streets via a network of pedestrian routes throughout the site. Broadway on 17th is under construction at the eastern entrance to Calgary’s Mission district.
Kitchener approves fire station–housing development
By Construction Canada The housing component will provide 281 rental units, including both below-market and market-rate units. Image courtesy City of Kitchener Kitchener city council has approved a mixed-use development that will combine a new fire station with purpose-built rental housing in the city’s downtown. At its July 13 meeting before the summer recess, council approved the Kitchener Fire Station 8 Housing Development.
City council approves Vancouver’s tallest tower project
By Construction Canada The proposal includes one 79-storey tower and two 68-storey towers. Image courtesy Henriquez Partners Vancouver city council has approved plans for what would become the city’s three tallest towers. Council voted 7-3 on July 27 to approve Holborn Group’s proposal for one 79-storey tower and two 68-storey towers. The project spans the block bounded by Georgia, Seymour, Dunsmuir, and Richards streets in downtown Vancouver. The tallest tower will house a 920-room hotel.
Study explores modular mass timber to speed housing delivery
By Construction Canada The study aimed to create a scalable construction solution that delivers housing more efficiently. Image courtesy Aesthetica Studio courtesy of Perkins&Will A study led by Perkins&Will suggests modular mass timber could help Canada accelerate housing delivery while reducing environmental impacts and strengthening domestic construction capacity. The study proposes a housing system that combines modular design, off-site manufacturing, and engineered timber components.
Nova Scotia rental community pairs prefabrication with renewable energy
By Construction Canada The partners held a sod turning ceremony recently. Image courtesy Lindsay Construction Construction has begun on a 120-unit rental community in Wolfville, N.S., that will combine prefabricated building systems with renewable energy technologies to exceed Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) sustainability benchmarks.
How Much Do You Know About Roof Evolution?
roofing This week’s quiz is from Art meets science: Roof replacements. Roof construction has transformed from basic protective coverings into highly engineered systems that combine design, science, and sustainability. Today’s roofing assemblies must deliver durability, energy performance, and resilience while adapting to changing building demands. From the evolution of materials to advances in sustainable design, this quiz explores the key developments shaping modern roofs.
Digital systems support Gordie Howe Bridge operations
By Construction Canada The Gordie Howe International Bridge features a digital customer registration platform that allows drivers and commercial fleets to create accounts and pay tolls electronically before crossing.