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Sustainable construction practices are becoming increasingly important as we work to combat climate change and build healthier spaces to live and work in. “Green construction” refers to the use of processes and materials that are environmentally responsible and resource efficient throughout the life cycle of a building project. As green building continues to grow in…

Innovative biotech company Fork & Good has a goal to sustainably feed 10 billion people by 2050. To help the company realize this lofty target, architecture, design and master planning firm SGA designed a 13,000 square-foot pilot plant for Fork & Good to test its groundbreaking discoveries in cultivated meat. When people hear “cultivated pork,”…

The recent Maui wildfires underpin the importance of a proper facilities management program. When disaster strikes, it can be hard to know what to do in response. Panic ensues and chaos takes hold of the situation.  However, it is the duty of society’s institutions, including healthcare facilities, to remain steadfast in the face of catastrophe….

Healthcare systems must prioritize succession planning to keep up with turnover and retirements. At the heart of every healthcare facility is a dedicated group of professionals who work tirelessly to keep the gears turning safely. Facilities managers are often unsung heroes, possessing extensive experience and institutional knowledge that is vital to maintaining a functional and…

  You know about death and taxes. What about risk? Yes, risk is just as much a part of life as the other two inevitabilities. This became all the more apparent during COVID-19, as each of us had to assess and reassess our personal risk calculations as each new wave of the pandemic—and pandemic-related disruptions—washed…

The cleaning industry continues to face high rates of employee turnover and an ongoing labour shortage. In fact, Canada’s cleaning industry saw an almost 145 per cent increase in job vacancies by the end of 2021. Today, prospective employees are searching for companies that value their skills and offer more fulfilling work. For cleaning companies,…