Articles tagged with "Residential Building"

Residential developers in Canada are positive about collaborating with the federal government's new Build Canada Homes (BCH) agency, which aims to support private builders rather than undertake construction itself. BCH will concentrate on creating affordable housing, initially using public land in various cities including Dartmouth, Ottawa, and Toronto. The agency will work alongside the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and aims to boost the non-market housing sector. Key figures in the industry, like Polygon Realty's Neil Chrystal, appreciate the partnership approach with the private sector.

A construction worker in Three Fathom Harbour, N.S., is being praised for his quick actions that helped slow the spread of a fire. This intervention was instrumental in saving nearby properties from potential damage. The worker happened to be passing by when the incident occurred and took immediate measures to control the situation until further help arrived.

The government of Nova Scotia has initiated a housing project aimed at addressing the housing shortage for health-care workers in the South Shore region. This project marks the first phase of opening rental units specifically for these professionals. It is a strategic measure to attract and retain health-care talent in the region by providing them with accessible housing options.

The Nova Scotia government has opened new student housing at the Nova Scotia Community College's Ivany campus in Dartmouth, providing accommodations for 200 students. This initiative is part of the province's larger housing plan, aiming to ease housing demands and support students. The $58.6 million project includes various suite options with full amenities and is strategically developed to enhance the learning environment. This new development marks an important step in addressing housing needs and was completed on schedule and on budget.