The Regen Initiative – Lighting the Way

The Regen Initiative – Lighting the Way

When we look to the future of lighting it’s clear to see that, quite simply, we need to do more. Across the globe, embracing a circular economy and capturing the associated carbon benefits that are derived may be daunting for the majority of people. So how do we address the single biggest climate and environment…

Improving Water Quality in Healthcare Facilities

Improving Water Quality in Healthcare Facilities

    Water has an everyday role at healthcare facilities. Water is an essential part of hospitals and other healthcare facilities. It is used for cleaning purposes, infection control, food preparation and is a pivotal part of the patient experience. Without it, patients and residents would be unable to receive the care they need. However,…

Preventing spring storm damage to your building

Preventing spring storm damage to your building

As the seasons change and the weather heats up, spring storm damage presents a real risk to facility and maintenance managers. Heavy winds and rain can cause anything from flooding to roof and wall damage to broken windows, and more. As a facility manager, preventing and restoring your building to mitigate some of the damage…

The future of the 20-minute city

The future of the 20-minute city

Cities are an essential part of how we live, work, and play. They can be designed with principles rooted in sustainability, health and well-being, and social equity—or not. Cities aren’t created equally and access to opportunity and resources varies greatly. We’ve seen ample research showing that dense, urban communities reduce greenhouse gas emissions by supporting…

Well-being struggles continue three years later

Well-being struggles continue three years later

Canadian workers continue to struggle with their health and well-being three years after the pandemic unleashed havoc on society. Manulife’s 2022 Wellness Report revealed new insights that reflect a significant drop in productivity throughout the workforce. The report assessed employers’ existing workplace wellness measures and surveyed 4,921 employees across 47 organizations. Thirty per cent are…

An evolved role for commercial security professionals

An evolved role for commercial security professionals

The definition of commercial property security has evolved. Coming out of the pandemic, several factors have reshaped what it means to safeguard building occupants and the communities they share. Scott Young has been among the security professionals watching this evolution unfold. As National Vice President of Security Systems and Technology with GardaWorld, he and his…