Around Town Climate change updates for Canada’s building code
As reported by CBC News, Canada’s building rules are being rewritten to address climate change. If no changes are made to the way we build, it’s estimated that infrastructure failures linked to climate change could cost Canada $300 billion over the next decade....
Around Town Vancouver Island leads BC in construction start values
B.C.’s average construction start value for projects over $50 million fell 30.7 per cent to $197 million in 2018 from $284.9 million in 2014, according to data on Business in Vancouver’s list of the biggest B.C. construction starts in 2018. Business in...
Around Town Construction Industry Statistics
The BC Construction Association (BCCA) and industry partners launched BC Construction Month with the release of key construction sector statistics and the results of a province-wide survey that highlight the value of the sector to the provincial economy and the key...
Around Town Upper Island Safety Conference
The 10th Annual Upper Island Safety Conference is open for registration with early bird discounts ending April 13. This three-day conference (third day optional with post-conference training sessions) takes place in Campbell River at the Strathcona Gardens...
Around Town Future of Waste Management in Campbell River
The closure of the Campbell River Waste Management Centre is anticipated within the next three to five years. An open house will be held to answer questions from 5pm to 7pm on April 2 to provide information to residents about the Campbell River Waste Management Centre...Get 8 FREE Issues!
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