As the world moves towards being net-zero, alternative construction materials are becoming more important. StoneCycling and Studio Nina van Bart worked together to create a new and sustainable biomass for interior wall cladding made from corncobs. trendhunter.com/trends/cornwall

After knowing what you know now, would you tell a recent graduate to go after the same job? When we start our dream careers, it's easy to overlook things and think "things will get better". As we get older it's easier to understand annoyances can actually be red flags. Jamie

Over the next ten years a large per cent of construction workers are expected to retire, leaving a large gap in skills. How can we address this? Fulton Cure, from Jordan Foster Construction has an idea. He explores how we can be better leaders. ow.ly/94oP50QBQEe

#DidYouKnow that public infrastructure can help fight against plastic pollution? Last20 is addressing excess waste by upcycling plastic into pavement. Lucas and Lauren explain the process and how we can drastically reduce the need for conventional asphalt, which relies on

As Black History Month draws to a close, it’s important to reflect on the pivotal contributions Black people have made in Canada. John Ware first arrived in Alberta in 1882 as a free man. Throughout his career as a cowboy in Alberta, he became known as a leader in agriculture

💡 Learn more about Ware’s story: canada.ca/en/canadian-he… thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/joh… cbc.ca/news/canada/ca… parks.canada.ca/culture/design… 💡 See his namesakes: chandos.com/projects/post-… albertashistoricplaces.com/2016/02/17/nam… #BlackHistoryMonth

In Canada, wearable technology is increasing in popularity. Over 15 per cent wear smart watches or internet connected gluecuose readers. Wearable biofeedback technology has the potential to innovate the construction industry by becoming apart of the personal protective

Wind forests could be cropping up across Europe! Maybe not whole forests, but New World Wind have developed a new wind turbine technology that meshes environmentally responsible energy and public art. “Solar panels can work between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. … with our technology, we

As we celebrate #WomenInConstructionWeek and #InternationalWomensDay from March 4 to March 8, we want to recognize and pay tribute to the invaluable contributions of all the women at Chandos Construction. For Samantha De Sousa, a skilled labourer on our Vancouver team, Women in

Do you think about how construction could interact with generative AI? Or what technology we could use to transition to a green economy? The architecture, engineering, and construction industry is ever-evolving and continues to push technological advancement. From building

#WomenInConstructionWeek is all about celebrating the hardworking women in our industry and encouraging more to join! Our top picks for #WomenInConstruction podcast episodes are: 📌 Construction work is social work w/ Nora Spencer Listen now: buildinggood.ca/podcast/season…

As an industry, our commitment extends beyond the physical structures we create – it encompasses the social fabric we build. From community benefit agreements to public art, we cover everything that makes our vibrant cities and towns feel like communities. Stay up to

In an era where occupational health and safety are paramount, and one third of north Americans use wearable tech, the integration of wearable biofeedback technologies within personal protective equipment (PPE) is changing how the construction industry can enhance site safety.

We partnered with the City of Vaughan and NRB Modular Solutions to transform a storage yard into a new Operations Centre using modular construction! “The main advantage of modular construction is you're increasing your effectiveness in delivering on time schedule." - Matthew

When you head into the downtown core of any major Canadian city, you'll likely find a lot of condo construction. Creating more housing is great, but how can we address more people on the roads? According to Dana O'Born, the chair of the board of Cycle Toronto, bicycles, might be

Have you noticed the connection between empowering people to work smarter and sustainability in the workplace? “Sustainable construction practices center around environmental issues that affect people. Lean Construction principles start and stop with people. The ideas are not

In Ontario, Camp Kawartha is rethinking how they design their buildings. Using new materials like hempcrete as self insulating walls is just the start. Read more: ow.ly/T3KE50R3yJj #Biomimicry

With over 300,000 construction workers expected to retire in the next decade, how can we make up the deficit? Potential candidates are looking for employers that focus on building inclusive work environments. Tara Hoffmeirer, from Women Building Futures discusses how the architecture,

"The success of an IPD is not just about the project—it's about a fundamental transformation of team dynamics and values." - Megan Stewart, at Bird Construction IPD aligns people, projects, businesses, and systems with a common goal. ow.ly/hSBt50RaRV5

Chris Cornelius takes a different approach at community engagement, focusing on asking questions to better understand the stories a building needs to tell. ow.ly/OBWq50RciyC