Indigenous-led project brings hope to East Hastings
A landmark Indigenous-led, mixed-use housing development is underway in Vancouver’s Downtown Eastside that’s set to bring 150 rental homes, 25 supportive housing and 80 shelter beds to market by late 2025. Named Ho’-kee-melh Kloshe Lum, which means “to gather, good...
5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects
Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. It offers significant environmental benefits because of its reduced carbon footprint, and its biophilic design elements which bring a natural, warm aesthetic...
The Benefits of Construction Project Portfolio Management
As one of the most capital-intensive industries, the construction sector’s need for establishing effective project management cannot be overstated. According to the KPMG Global Construction Survey of 223 engineering and construction (E&C) industry experts,...
Today’s top challenges for facility managers
For facility managers, the job continues to evolve as priorities shift and recovery from post-pandemic conditions persists. From deferred budgets to sustainability to technology and labour, facility managers are dealing with many new and continuing challenges as they...
UK’s first cross-industry Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard launches
The Pilot Version of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UK NZCBS) has launched. It is the UK’s first cross-industry Standard that brings together net zero carbon requirements for all major building types and will enable the UK Built Environment sector to...
Flex space has now become a mainstream property strategy
A new survey launched by flexible workspace provider, Orega, has revealed that flex space has now become a mainstream property strategy with 55 per cent of businesses surveyed saying they now occupy some form of flexible office space. And of those not yet occupying...
BOMA Canada awards industry’s best for 2024
The Building Owners and Managers Association of Canada (BOMA Canada) presented its national awards on September 25, 2024, during its annual BOMEX conference. It was a spectacular event. Before announcing the winners, it is important to acknowledge that the land on...
Why Healthcare Organizations are Major Cyberattack Targets
Healthcare is seen as especially vulnerable; however, organizations can take action to build out their cyber defenses. Cybercriminals have become bolder in their operations. If the initial attack fails, a backup attack is likely to follow. Healthcare facilities need...
First phase of The Laurels launches in Milton
The first phase of The Laurels in Milton, Ontario, is underway. The seven-building multi-residential project is among a trio of developments that Mattamy Homes is launching this fall across the Greater Toronto Area. Future residents of the 14-storey tower can expect...
Top Uses of Drones and Robots for Facilities
Futuristic technology is proving that it can create efficiencies for building operations, and facilities managers are finding ways to incorporate it into their tasks. But while many facilities managers may be knowledgeable about the Internet of Things (IoT), building...