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The 20,000-square-foot facility is in Greenville, South Carolina. Millennium Surgery Center, a joint venture between Bon Secours Mercy Health, Compass Surgical Partners (Compass) and local physicians, announced that it will launch in Greenville, South Carolina. The ambulatory surgery center (ASC) will offer same-day orthopedic surgeries, otolaryngology interventions and pain management procedures, offering the region’s patients…

Metropia broke ground Wednesday for its Union City condo community in Markham. The Unionville neighbourhood development is also moving forward with a new president at its helm. Metropia announced that Samuel Frum is taking on the role and Howard Sokolowski, the former president of over 15 years, will continue on as CEO and chair of…

  The overhaul of Portage Place in downtown Winnipeg is moving forward. A healthcare centre and a 15-storey multi-family tower are in the works. The Manitoba government announced its collaborating on the project with True North Real Estate Development and Southern Chiefs’ Organization. The province signed a letter of intent with TNRDt to create a…

The Biden-Harris Administration announced it is directing government contractors to buy only Green Seal- or Safer Choice-certified cleaning products and hand soaps for use in federal buildings to ensure products are free of toxic “forever chemicals.” The directive is in line with President Biden’s Federal Sustainability Plan, which orders federal agencies to “prioritize the purchase…

Maintaining a boiler in top operating condition will yield significant dividends to your facility, but often there are early warning signs that your boiler is in need of attention. So, what are some of these warning signs? In this article, we’ll examine six indicators that your boiler may require maintenance or repair. Additionally, we’ll discuss some preventative…

In a move aimed at better protecting the health of custodial staff, federal employees, and the environment, the Biden administration is directing government contractors to purchase cleaning products for federal buildings that are free of toxic “forever chemicals.” This change is the result of a collaboration between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the…

In 24/7 higher education facilities, power and water distribution systems need to remain resilient In the modern world, nothing can bring life to a screeching halt faster than a power outage.  And yet, nothing gets taken more for granted than the ability to access energy and light at the flip of a switch. In a…

By leveraging automation, data analytics and machine learning, these systems empower healthcare managers to operate facilities with accuracy and foresight. When most people think of the healthcare industry, medical advancements and exceptional patient care come to mind. But in addition to these vital aspects is an overlooked yet crucial component — the infrastructure that supports…

A new elementary school for the Olympic Village neighbourhood of Vancouver is taking a significant step forward with $150 million in funding. “Our government is focused on building new and expanded schools in communities that are growing and facing enrolment pressures,” said Rachna Singh, minister of education and child care. “As communities in B.C. continue…

The SFMI Scope 3 Framework is designed to positioning FM as a key player in driving decarbonisation through the supply chain. Chris Havers, Director at the Acclaro Advisory offers some valuable insights into the project Over the course of 2023, the Sustainable Facilities Management Index (SFMI) and a group of forward-thinking FM providers in the…