Monday, April 21, 2025
EPC companies complete novel solar project in Alberta
GP JOULE Canada Corp., a subsidiary of Germany-based GP JOULE GmbH, has completed construction of the 25.4-megawatt Innisfail solar project in Red Deer County, Alberta.…
Western Canada
Vancouver survey reveals support for additional infrastructure investment
The vast majority of Metro Vancouver residents want all levels of government to jointly invest in the region’s critical infrastructure to help the economy recover…
Central Okanagan presents first region-wide transportation plan
After more than two years of technical studies, public consultation and region-wide collaboration, the Central Okanagan’s final Regional Transportation Plan and its supporting plans, including…
Construction partner selected for Great Plains power station project
After a 16-month competition, SaskPower has selected Missouri-based Burns & McDonnell as the engineering, procurement and construction contractor to lead the construction of the Great…
Infrastructure upgrades for healthcare facilities in Alberta
Construction projects at the Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary and the Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton are significantly expanding healthcare infrastructure in Alberta, while creating…
Saskatchewan announces new cabinet, new portfolio for infrastructure
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has announced a number of significant changes to the cabinet after receiving a renewed majority mandate in the province’s 29th general…
Bridge rehabilitation projects for Peace River
Twinning the Peace River bridge in Alberta has improved critical transportation connections through the community and its construction has supported more than 400 jobs. The…
Contract awarded for final phase of Kicking Horse Canyon project
The contract to design and build the fourth and final phase of the Kicking Horse Canyon transportation project near Golden, British Columbia has been finalized…
Alberta issues RFP for schools to be constructed through P3
The Alberta government has shortlisted three qualified groups to deliver five new high schools through a public-private partnership (P3). The groups invited to participate in…
Legislation to fast-track transportation projects in Alberta
New Alberta legislation will promote economic growth and additional support for strategic transportation projects. The Financing Alberta’s Strategic Transportation (FAST) Act will enable Alberta’s government…
Edmonton names preferred proponent for Valley Line West LRT construction
The City of Edmonton has selected its preferred proponent to design, build and partially finance the $2.6 billion 14-kilometre Valley Line West Light Rail Transit…
Water infrastructure funds for eight Alberta communities
The governments of Canada and Alberta, with the support of municipalities and other community organizations, will provide more than $107.5 million to complete eight infrastructure…
Investing in skills innovation at the University of Alberta
The Government of Alberta is supporting research at the University of Alberta that will promote innovation in the energy, health and transportation sectors. The University…
New legislation to diversify energy infrastructure in Alberta
New legislation for the Province of Alberta will clarify rules for geothermal energy development, to lay the groundwork for future projects and to help diversify…
Infrastructure improvements to downtown Regina complete
The City of Regina has announced the completion of the multi-year Victoria Avenue Infrastructure Improvement & Beautification Project for the downtown core. “Victoria Avenue is…
New interchange construction in Airdrie to reduce congestion, create jobs
A new interchange at QEII Highway and 40th Avenue in Airdrie, Alberta will improve safety and create more than 300 jobs. When completed, the new…
Regina expands on demand transit pilot
Regina Transit is expanding its On Demand Transit pilot program to offer over 167 additional bus stops. The pilot program on Route 10 allows riders…
Historic expansion investment for Alberta irrigation infrastructure
The Alberta government, together with the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and eight irrigation districts, is modernizing irrigation infrastructure to create jobs, expand agriculture production and…
Alberta dives into geothermal energy development
Using emerging technology and decades of drilling expertise, the Alberta government is taking steps to create the conditions for industry to harness clean energy from…
TransLink seeks innovative ideas on transit modifications
TransLink, Metro Vancouver’s public transit authority, is seeking ideas for improving health, safety and public trust while welcoming customers back in the context of the…
Alberta releases new plan to diversify natural gas infrastructure
A new plan for diversifying and growing Alberta’s natural gas industry is designed to position the province as a post-pandemic powerhouse for responsible energy development.…
BC Construction Association announces new board chair
The British Columbia Construction Association (BCCA) has announced the election of Mike Fawcett to the role of Board Chair for the 2020-2023 term. “BC’s construction…
Building infrastructure at four Alberta educational institutions
Together, the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta, with the support of municipalities, will provide more than $52.7 million to complete four infrastructure…
First phase approval for Vancouver’s Granville Bridge connector project
City Council has approved a budget and phased plan for building the new Granville Bridge Connector (GBC) project and improvements for Drake Street in Vancouver,…