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Too little, too late? The devastating consequences of natural disasters must inform building codes
As building codes are often implemented for new buildings designed after an event occurs and do not apply to existing buildings, building code updates can feel like too little, too late.
Construction investment falls again in September
The value of construction investment dipped by 0.7 percent in September. Another decline in the residential sector more than offset growth in all three non-residential components.
Stelco Q3 earnings soar on rising steel prices, raises dividend
Stelco Holdings Inc. shares jumped higher Thursday after it reported a surge in its latest quarterly earnings on higher steel prices and said it would raise its dividend again.
Porsche to develop Toronto experience centre
The auto maker will launch its latest test circuit and museum at the Durham Live development in Pickering. Porsche Experience Centre Toronto is due to open in 2024.
Chandos commits to net zero
Chandos Construction has announced its intent to be net-zero by 2040. Its plan to reach that target includes planting trees, electrifying its fleet and equipment, and reducing embodied carbon in the buildings it builds.