Articles tagged with "Workforce"

Procure Plus has announced a £1.6 billion framework involving over 100 companies to retrofit social housing and public buildings with low and zero-carbon technologies. The four-year project is structured into regional and technology-specific lots, extending to 2029 and including the installation of heat pumps, solar PV, insulation, and other green measures. This initiative will work alongside housing associations, councils, and public bodies to enhance decarbonisation efforts and increase local employment and training opportunities.

The Canada Infrastructure Bank and George Gordon Development Limited have finalized a $42 million loan to finance the Wicehtowak Solar project in Saskatchewan. The project will generate 32.4 MW of renewable energy and is the CIB's first 100% First Nation-led clean power initiative. The solar farm aims to reduce emissions by 21,686 tonnes annually, provide economic benefits, and create job opportunities for the George Gordon First Nation community. Additional funding comes from a $33 million grant by Natural Resources Canada.

George Brown College in Ontario is transitioning to George Brown Polytechnic and will be launching what it claims to be Canada's first Master of Construction Management program. This initiative aims to expand applied education and respond to the increasing demand for skilled professionals in the construction industry. The name change and the introduction of the new program were announced in October, signifying a strategic shift towards advanced academic offerings.

The article discusses how construction sites can appear daunting and presents the idea of a haunted guide for construction. It humorously describes procurement processes as mysterious and compares contractual issues to supernatural elements. The context is set with Halloween in mind, offering a playful take on the challenges in construction projects.

In this special Halloween episode of The Construction Record Podcast, Vince Versace and Lindsey Cole discuss scary literature that involves the construction industry and delve into real-world fears that affect construction professionals. The episode highlights a piece called the Sinister Seven, which is a guide to haunted construction books. Through these discussions, they explore the various challenges and fears within the industry.

On-Site magazine is inviting submissions for its 2025 Canadian Construction Photo Contest, open to both amateur and professional photographers. Participants are encouraged to submit high-resolution photos taken on Canadian construction sites during 2025. The contest aims to showcase the construction industry's work across Canada, with winning entries featured in both print and online versions of the magazine. Submissions are accepted until January 9, 2026, and winners will be announced in February 2026.

The second annual survey by the contractor Clayco highlights increasing mental stress among workers in the construction industry. The results illustrate a growing concern for mental health challenges within this sector. The survey aims to shed light on these issues to encourage the development of solutions to support workers' well-being.

The second annual survey conducted by contractor Clayco reveals rising levels of mental stress among workers in the construction industry. The findings suggest that mental health challenges are becoming more prevalent, pointing to an urgent need for focused interventions and support within the sector. The survey highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the potential impact on overall productivity among construction professionals.

Dan Lester from Clayco discusses the findings of a survey involving 2,000 construction professionals, revealing that a significant portion of employees in the industry are experiencing mental health struggles. The survey emphasizes the need for leaders to 'model vulnerability' to better support their workforce. The results suggest a growing awareness and need for mental health initiatives within the construction sector.

A Toronto contractor, KAS Aluminum & Copper Ltd., has been fined $80,000 by Ontario’s Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development following the death of a worker who fell at a home renovation site. The company pleaded guilty in Toronto’s Provincial Offences Court to failing safety standards. The incident highlights ongoing safety concerns in the construction industry.

Ian Choudri, the CEO of the California high-speed rail project, has made significant changes to get the project back on track. He has hired a new team and revised the project plan, signaling a renewed commitment to 'build more and go forward'. These adjustments are part of Choudri's strategy to overcome previous setbacks and push the project forward.

On October 16, 2025, Russell Snow and Nick Franjic were honored by the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) for their significant contributions to the construction industry. Russell Snow received the CSI Board Chair Plaque for his exceptional work with the association, as awarded by FY2025 board chair William Sundquist. Nick Franjic was recognized for his leadership at Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) and for strengthening ties between CSC and CSI during his 28 years as executive director. He played a key role in renewing the MasterFormat® licensing agreement and advancing industry-standard tools.