July 30, 2026 Residential building construction costs increased 0.5% in the second quarter, following a 0.7% increase in the previous quarter. Non-residential building construction costs rose 1.4% in the second quarter, following a 0.9% increase in the previous quarter. Year over year, construction costs for residential buildings in the 15-census metropolitan area (CMA) composite rose 2.3% in the second quarter, while…
July 27, 2026 The purpose of this STANDATA bulletin is to clarify Section 6 of the 2024 Canadian Electrical Code (CE Code), Part 1, which outlines the installation requirements for services, service equipment, and metering equipment. View the Bulletin:
July 27, 2026 Some projects are exciting because they’re new. Others are exciting because you can feel how many people had to be exceptionally good at their craft to make them look effortless. The PNE Amphitheatre (Freedom Mobile Arch) is the latter. The notable largest free-span wood roof in North American is the headline, but the lighting is the…
July 27, 2026 How Energy Efficient Lighting Can Help Modern Businesses Balance Profitability with Environmental Responsibility In today’s competitive business landscape, organizations are constantly seeking ways to reduce operational costs, improve sustainability, and foster productive work environments. Among the most impactful yet often overlooked areas of optimization is lighting. As businesses strive to balance profitability…
July 27, 2026 By EB Horsman & Son As temperatures rise and winter fades into the background, heating systems might not be top of mind. However, spring and summer are actually the ideal time to plan ahead. Installing or upgrading your heating system now can save time, reduce stress, and ensure you are fully prepared…
This article focuses on the practical tips that help an electrical estimator get the cost of a project right and win more electrical construction jobs.
July 17, 2026 The Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) latest report, Building forward: Industry-informed procurement strategies for successful project delivery, brings the construction industry’s perspective directly to project owners at a time of growing infrastructure demands, rising costs, and capacity constraints. Developed in response to a request from Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) during one of…
July 17, 2026 Maple Ridge Fire Hall No. 4 Lighting Project Highlights How Cooper Lighting Solutions Can Help Support a Facility Built to Serve the Community Day & Night Maple Ridge Fire Hall No. 4 is a 22,800-square-foot post-disaster facility designed to support emergency response, training, maintenance, and daily operations. The two-storey hall includes apparatus…
The Canada lighting industry is entering a transformative phase driven by sustainability goals, smart infrastructure development, energy-efficiency regulations, and increasing demand for connected technologies. Lighting is no longer viewed as a basic utility across commercial buildings, industrial facilities, public infrastructure, residential projects and retail environments. Now, it has become a strategic component of modern building…
July 13, 2026 Variance 24-ECV-002-024-MMTE was introduced to allow meter-mounted transfer equipment (MMTE) to be approved under SPE-1000 while no Canadian certification standard existed. With the publication of ANSI/CAN/UL 1008M:2025 Transfer Switch Equipment, Meter-Mounted, a recognized certification standard is now available making the use of the SPE-1000 approval unnecessary. The variance will be archived effective…
July 13, 2026 If becoming an Inspector is of interest to you and you meet the requirements outlined below, please submit a fully completed online application, including a detailed resume outlining previous employment (including employer names and dates of employment), work history, education, and the date of issue of your original 309A Certificate of Qualification….
July 13, 2026 Earlier this month ECAO Executive Director, Graeme Aitken issued the following letter to ECAO members regarding changes within the organization. Dear ECAO Members and Industry Colleagues, It is with a mixture of immense pride and genuine sadness that I share the news of an important change within the ECAO family. After more…
July 13, 2026 The BC Construction Association (BCCA) has released a formal submission in response to the provincial government’s Construction Prompt Payment Act Discussion Paper, supported by construction companies and associations from across the province, as the next step toward implementation of the Act’s regulatory framework. The submission is backed by firms and associations representing over 5,000…
July 13, 2026 The total value of investment in building construction increased $540.8 million (+2.3%) to $23.6 billion in April. The residential sector rose 3.1%, while the non-residential sector edged up 0.7%. Year over year, investment in building construction grew 7.8% in April. On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of investment in building construction in April increased 2.2%…
July 13, 2026 In May, the total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased $215.0 million (-1.7%) to reach $12.4 billion. The decline in construction intentions was due to the non-residential sector (-6.1%) and tempered by the residential sector (+1.2%). On a constant dollar basis (2023=100), the total value of building permits issued in May decreased 1.6%…
Every commercial lighting project starts with the same goal: deliver the right performance, meet code requirements, improve efficiency, and create a reliable system that lasts.
This project is funded [in part] by the Government of Canada.
Ce projet est financé [en partie] par le gouvernement du Canada.
