With the rise of technology and automation across industries including construction, there’s been an equal rise in concern about the growing skills gap, the resulting labour supply challenges, and...
August 2023
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER)
The Long Game – Building Construction’s Future
Offering programs for career and technical education designed to bring together the range of construction industry needs and the life choices of new entrants, The National Center for Construction...
Ell-Rod Holdings Inc.
Fabricators of First—and Lasting—Impressions
Ell-Rod Holdings Inc. is a fabricator that specializes in custom architectural millwork for corporate and retail clients. For thirty years, under the leadership of co-owners Rod Finney and Sandy...
Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service
Growing Landscapes, Growing Relationships
In many industries, it’s unusual to receive praise from the competition. This isn’t the case with Piscataqua Landscaping & Tree Service. Recently acquiring several other respected landscaping...
Pomerleau
A Deep Dive into Pomerleau’s Culture
Pomerleau, a leading construction company, has not only made a mark with its pan-Canadian projects, but it has also distinguished itself through its vibrant and inclusive culture. By fostering an...
Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA)
A Shortage of Homes, a Shortage of Homebuilders—and an Answer
Across Canada, the lack of housing remains a challenge for all levels of government. A key issue during political campaigns such as Toronto’s recent mayoral by-election, inadequate housing supply...
Lépine Apartments
Building Solid Foundations for Youth in the Trades
Careers in the trades provide specialized knowledge and practical expertise while offering work experience, less time in the classroom, and the opportunity to make a good living. With a high demand...
Republic Developments
Creating Transformative Communities
Social responsibility is a big deal. Prominent Miami architect Laurinda Spear of Arquitectonica recently said that, if every construction company went into a new area committed to strengthening and...
Marble Trend
Extraordinary and Elegant Surfaces
For 40 years, Marble Trend Ltd., Canada’s largest supplier of fine natural and sintered stone and porcelain products, has been bringing the look of luxury to residential and professional spaces. The...
Panelized Building Solutions
Excelling in Service
Panelized Building Solutions (PBS) of Toronto, Ontario was launched in 2013, and has made great strides in growing the business. Vice President of Operations Paul Marchesani started running the...
Galaxy Builders
Building Trust
A business success for over 30 years, San Antonio-headquartered Galaxy Builders is still clearly anything but complacent. Under the leadership of CEO Neilesh Verma, this prestigious general...
Salex
Light Show
Since 1973, Salex, a manufacturer’s representative, distributor, and facilitator of commercial lighting installations and their control systems, has been winning the confidence of clients with...
Diverso Energy
New Partner, New Growth, Same Attitude
Diverso Energy of Toronto, Ontario designs and installs geothermal heating and cooling systems that can reduce both energy costs and carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions. Since the company was profiled by...
Coreslab Structures (OKLA) Inc.
Concrete Decision for Safer, Sturdier Structures
Coreslab Structures (OKLA) Inc. has made a name for itself as a premier supplier of structural and architectural Precast Concrete products and solutions for more than 40 years. A pioneer in the...
Controlled Demolition Inc.
The Demolition Pioneers
Controlled Demolition Inc. (CDI) has been a global pioneer and leader in explosives demolition for over seventy years. Three generations of the Loizeaux family have steered the company through...
HVAC Rentals
All Iced Up and Ready to Roll
Known especially in the food and outdoor events industries for having the largest fleet of temperature-controlled transport in Canada, HVAC Rentals does much more than its name suggests. Fast...
CMiC
CMiC’s Leading Construction ERP: Built to Drive Success
Managing a construction firm today comes with its unique set of challenges. Thankfully, there are software solutions in the market that cater to the business, technical, and operational requirements...
Worldwide Steel Buildings
Fulfilling Demand for “Barndominium” Building Kits
Worldwide Steel Buildings is a leader in the fast-growing residential ‘barndominium’ sector. From its base in Peculiar, Missouri, the company designs, engineers, fabricates, and distributes...
Shoring Up the Construction Workforce
Help Wanted
It’s no secret that construction companies are struggling to find workers to fill vital job openings. The workforce shortage has officially surpassed half a million in 2023. In order to meet labour...