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A new commercial carbon capture facility, Carbon1 Mississauga, is being developed in Ontario by Carbon Upcycling Technologies and Ash Grove. This facility will utilize patented technology to sequester carbon dioxide from cement production to create low-carbon supplementary cementitious materials. The project, slated to begin operations in 2026, is supported by Canadian government funding and marks a significant step in reducing the carbon footprint of the cement industry. It reflects a collaborative effort among various stakeholders to promote a sustainable future.

Lambton College in Sarnia, Ontario, has commenced construction on its largest capital project to date—a new student residence. The project, aimed at enhancing student life and community ties, is being undertaken by partners including Fengate, Tilbury Properties, Ball Construction, Teeple Architects, and Varsity Communities. Set to open in September 2027, the residence will mark the college's 60th anniversary and reflects a long-standing community legacy. The groundbreaking ceremony saw participation from college officials, partners, and local dignitaries.

Oxford Properties Group has started construction on a $750 million rental development named Alta in Scarborough, Ontario, marking the area's first major purpose-built rental project in decades. The development will include three residential towers providing 1,285 rental units, with a portion designated as affordable housing. A $650 million loan from Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation supports this project, which aims to intensify land use around Scarborough Town Centre. Alta progresses as part of Oxford's broader master plan involving over 10,000 residential units in the area.

The Spirit Garden in Toronto is among the ten projects honored in the 18th North American Copper in Architecture Awards by the Copper Development Association. This project, designed by Gow Hastings Architects and other collaborators, integrates cultural storytelling with architectural elements to commemorate Indigenous history. Winners were judged on criteria such as copper system design and integration, craftsmanship, and sustainability, and the awarded projects spanned both new constructions and restorations across North America. The Spirit Garden, built for the Toronto Council Fire Native Cultural Centre, highlights the importance of copper’s use in modern architectural design projects.

EllisDon and PCL Constructors, under a joint venture named ED+PCL Healthcare Partners, have secured a $13.9 billion contract to construct the new Peter Gilgan Mississauga Hospital and Shah Family Hospital for Women and Children in Mississauga, Ontario. This project, a progressive public-private partnership, will involve creating a 22-storey, 2.8 million square-foot healthcare facility with advanced medical capabilities, replacing the existing hospital. It aims to meet the growing healthcare demands of the community with new diagnostic imaging, emergency department, and Ontario’s first women and children hospital. Construction is anticipated to complete by 2033.

Jamie Armstrong has been appointed as the new president of Amaco Construction Equipment Inc. following the retirement of Jeff MacDonald. Armstrong, who joined the company in 2012, has been instrumental in modernizing the brand and is set to lead the company with a focus on growth and innovation. Based in Mississauga, Amaco provides heavy equipment leasing, renting, parts, service, and sales across Ontario and is now part of Chadwick-BaRoss (Ontario) Ltd.

Four new hangars are being constructed at Brantford Airport in Ontario, aiming to increase flight traffic. The project is a collaboration between Donovan Group, Canadian Metal Buildings (CMB), and Area Construction, utilizing Donovan Group’s DonoBrace bracing technology. The hangars will provide private spaces for aircraft operators, optimizing space and access. This construction highlights innovation in design and installation within the steel building sector.

Woodbine Racetrack in Toronto is set to be transformed into a major urban center, featuring a new GO Transit station and ambitious development plans. This 684-acre project is expected to bring tens of thousands of new homes and jobs, anchored by the historic racetrack. Supported by a $170 million investment in transit infrastructure, the development aims to create affordable housing and improve local economic opportunities over the next 25 years. The project highlights a collaboration between Woodbine Entertainment and Metrolinx, aiming to establish a vibrant, connected community.

Skyway Bridging Partners has been awarded the design contract for the Garden City Skyway Bridge twinning project in St. Catharines, Ontario. The project aims to construct a new four-lane bridge to ease traffic during rehabilitation of the existing bridge, connecting the Niagara region with the United States. This vital transportation infrastructure enhancement supports traffic flow, secures a trade and tourism corridor, and creates jobs. The existing bridge, built in 1963, requires rehabilitation, and the new bridge will support future expansions.

Humber Polytechnic, in partnership with CourseCompare and Pomerleau, has launched a Project Coordinator for Construction micro-credential program. This 16-hour course aims to fill a skills gap in Canada's construction sector by offering practical training relevant to current market demands. The course includes technical instruction and simulations conducted by industry professionals to help boost Canada's housing and infrastructure capacity. It is available to companies for upskilling employees, with flexible delivery options and pricing based on cohort sizes.

Aberdeen Avenue in Hamilton, Ontario, has been named the CAA's Worst Road in Ontario for the second year in a row due to issues such as potholes and poor maintenance. Barton Street East in Hamilton and County Road 49 in Prince Edward County rank second and third, respectively. CAA emphasizes the need for government funding to address road conditions and highlights that public nominations for the program have increased. Many Ontarians are willing to endure temporary construction to achieve long-term road improvements.

Giatec, a digital concrete technology platform, has formed a strategic partnership with Sika AG, a specialty chemicals company. This collaboration aims to advance smart testing technologies and the real-time analysis of concrete data, enhancing quality and sustainability in concrete construction. Giatec expects this investment to boost global adoption of its technologies and plans to expand further into European and international markets. The partnership aims to improve efficiency and reduce carbon footprint in the construction industry.