Articles tagged with "Infrastructure"

BUILD IT, a construction firm based in Calgary, has completed an $8.9 million expansion project at Camp Kindle, a retreat for families affected by cancer. The project enhances the camp's capacity and accessibility, including new facilities for arts, teaching, and wellness, as well as upgrades for mobility. The initiative highlights community collaboration and aims to create a joyful space for children facing cancer. Future projects will further enhance accessibility with a wheelchair-accessible treehouse village.

The City of Calgary has announced a shortlist of companies for civil works construction packages for the 2026-2031 segment of the Green Line LRT - SE Project. This selection process identifies constructions firms eligible to submit proposals for five major infrastructure projects. Phase 1 of the Green Line LRT, running from Shepard in the southeast to Downtown Calgary, is fully funded with contributions from various governmental levels. The project already has construction underway and expects additional tenders worth over $3 billion to be released by 2025 and 2026.

Prime Minister Mark Carney has launched Canada's Major Projects Office (MPO) in Calgary to expedite nation-building projects. The MPO aims to implement a 'one project, one review' approach to streamline approvals for major projects across the country. The initiative is seen as a way to bolster Canada’s status as an energy superpower, though there is debate over what types of energy will be prioritized. The effectiveness of the MPO and its criteria for selecting projects remain in question.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith accuses Ottawa of not supporting the province's pipeline project aimed at transporting oil to British Columbia. Smith argues that federal support is necessary, along with agreement from British Columbia and First Nations. While the Canadian government supports projects meeting climate and economic goals, there are still differences over the project's terms and social acceptability.

TransPod, Algoma Steel, and Supreme Steel have partnered to construct Canada's first ultra-high-speed TransPod line connecting Calgary and Edmonton. This project aims to boost Canadian steel production and enhance Alberta's status in innovative infrastructure. The initiative is seen as a significant nation-building effort.

TransPod is collaborating with Algoma Steel and Supreme Steel to support the Edmonton–Calgary Tube Transportation Project Test Track. This ultra-high-speed transportation project aims to use Canadian steel to construct a sustainable travel system that significantly reduces emissions and travel costs. The project will create an estimated 140,000 jobs and contribute $19.2 billion to Alberta's GDP. Progress is currently paused pending the Government of Alberta’s transportation master plan.

The article lists the top 10 pre-bid construction projects in Alberta as of October 6, 2025, highlighting projects by their value. It encourages readers to click through the provided links for more detailed information about each project. The projects cover a range of sectors and are part of a continued investment in Alberta's development landscape.

The City of Calgary has awarded Graham Construction the contract for the 78 Avenue Light Rail Transit (LRT) Bridge project. This project will follow Graham's completion of related infrastructure work in the area. The bridge will be built adjacent to an underpass recently completed at 78 Avenue S.E., facilitating future track installations for the Green Line. Construction planning and material procurement are underway, with completion aimed for October 2026.

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced that her government plans to submit an application for an oil pipeline to the federal government by next spring. This project aims to connect Alberta's oil resources to the coast. The B.C. Premier has expressed skepticism, referring to it as 'not a real project.' The development is part of ongoing discussions between Alberta and the federal government.

The Alberta government, led by Premier Danielle Smith, announced plans to propose a new oil pipeline project that would extend to the coast of British Columbia. The proposal will be developed in collaboration with an advisory group composed of pipeline operators. This initiative aims to enhance the province's energy infrastructure and expand its access to international markets. The project's success depends on effective negotiations and collaboration with British Columbia.

The article argues that Canada cannot rely solely on pipelines and raw material exports to achieve prosperity. Despite having strong inputs like universities and research spending, Canada lags in innovation outputs such as patents and high-tech exports. The authors suggest addressing this by rewarding risk-taking, improving venture-capital markets, and focusing on intangible assets to help foster globally competitive companies. Infrastructure like pipelines is important, but innovation and scaling up are essential for future success.

The Federal Government's new Major Projects Office in Calgary will integrate the Clean Growth Bureau, established in Ottawa last year. Led by Dawn Farrell, the new office will streamline approval processes to expedite major infrastructure projects across Canada, aiming to reduce approval times from five to two years for national interest projects. The 'one project, one assessment' approach is intended to attract investors and enhance regulatory efficiency.