Rising and Setting
AI Article Summary
The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat held its annual conference in Toronto and announced a rebranding to the Council on Vertical Urbanism. A highlight of the event was the ongoing construction of Pinnacle One Yonge's SkyTower, which is set to become Canada's tallest building at over 90 storeys. The conference concluded at the Westin Harbour Castle Conference Centre. UrbanToronto's services provide comprehensive data on construction projects across the Greater Golden Horseshoe region.
What This Means for Canadian Contractors
This project shows how Canadian builders can embrace vertical growth to accommodate urban expansion in densely populated areas. The progression of Pinnacle One Yonge's SkyTower may set new benchmarks in construction timelines and techniques, offering opportunities for local construction firms to innovate. For Canadian builders, this means preparing for challenges in permits, supply chain logistics, and workforce training to handle such ambitious projects.
