Changing Scene

November 10, 2025 Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters (CME) applauds Budget 2025 for recognizing the serious challenges facing Canada’s economy amid ongoing U.S. trade actions and for introducing new incentives to spur investment. “This budget takes meaningful steps to support manufacturers under pressure and acknowledges the critical role our sector plays in Canada’s economic future,” said…

November 10, 2025 The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) welcomes the federal budget, which puts construction at the heart of Canada’s economic strategy through investments in infrastructure, defence, and housing. These measures are critical to supporting the businesses and people who build the homes, transportation networks, and other projects Canadians rely on every day. CCA commends…

November 10, 2025 The Electrical Safety Authority (ESA) has officially launched its new self-serve licensing platform, a modern system designed to transform how Master Electricians (MEs) and Licensed Electrical Contractors (LECs) manage their licensing needs. The platform replaces paper-based processes and provides a centralized, web-based experience for renewing and applying for licences, paying fees and managing…

November 2, 2025 George Brown College has announced they will officially become George Brown Polytechnic (GBP). This change demonstrates their commitment to providing advanced educational opportunities and marks a new era in the institution’s evolution. A key highlight of this transformation is the launch of the Master of Construction Management (MCM) program, which serves as…

November 2, 2025 The Ontario government announced it’s investing more than $8.6 million through the Skills Development Fund (SDF) to help more than 1,700 women across the GTA access training and prepare for good-paying, in-demand jobs in the skilled trades. This funding is part of the government’s $2.5 billion investment in the SDF to protect workers by…

October 27, 2025 TEKnowledge Worldwide (TKW) was thrilled to announce a partnership with Hammond Manufacturing to support its fourth annual Teksgiving project, dedicated to providing impactful technological upgrades for community organizations in need. This year, Hammond Manufacturing donated Rack Basics RB-2PW racks as well as custom printed panels to enhance the infrastructure at Sojourner House,…

October 27, 2025 Mac’s II Agencies is thrilled to share that the Richmond Cultural Centre Annex project has been awarded a 2025 IES Illumination Award of Merit for its meritorious contribution to lighting design by the Illuminating Engineering Society (IES), a distinguished recognition celebrating innovation and excellence in the field. This honour highlights O4 Architecture’s visionary design leadership,…

October 27, 2025 Procore unveiled new AI capabilities built directly into its intelligence layer, Procore Helix. With these latest AI innovations, Procore customers will be able to simplify the automation of complex workflows, gain critical project insights, and optimize project outcomes across every phase of construction. AI is rapidly changing the technology landscape and has…

October 24, 2025 Nexans has recently announced the signature of an agreement to acquire 100% of the share capital of Electro Cables Inc. (Electro Cables). Founded in 1985 and headquartered in Trenton, Ontario, Canada, Electro Cables is a family-owned business specializing in low-voltage cables. The company is recognized for its strong expertise in high added…

October 17, 2025 Legrand® has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Cleveland, Ohio-based Avtron Power Solutions, a leading global provider of load banks and power quality solutions that serve a wide range of high-growth markets where reliable delivery of power is required. Avtron employs 600 people, operates five manufacturing sites across North America and Europe, and…