Sunday, April 20, 2025
Fort McMurray West Transmission Project completed
The Fort McMurray West 500-kV Transmission Project was energized three months ahead of schedule and on-budget. This 508-km transmission line, running from Wabamun, Alta., just…
Western Canada
B.C. provides infrastructure funding for northern communities
The Government of British Columbia has made multiple funding announcements that will help communities in the northern parts of the province address current and future…
AUMA calls for equitable infrastructure funding
The president of the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) is calling on parties in the provincial election to provide equitable infrastructure funding. With the provincial…
Canada invests in Saskatchewan water and wastewater infrastructure
Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness Ralph Goodale has announced funding for eight new water and wastewater projects in Saskatchewan. The funding will support…
Retrofit recommended for Winnipeg sewage treatment plant
The Lake Winnipeg Foundation and the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD) released a report recommending an interim retrofit to Winnipeg’s largest sewage treatment plant. This retrofit…
Saskatchewan budget targets health, transportation investments
The Government of Saskatchewan will continue to invest in infrastructure projects throughout the province, with new funding targeted at transportation initiatives and planning for the…
Manitoba increases water infrastructure funding
The Manitoba government has increased the Manitoba Water Services Board capital budget by $2 million for 2019-20, to a total of $15.8 million, Municipal Relations…
Inquiry to review regulation of Indigenous utilities
To support the development of clean-energy projects and businesses that reduce or avoid greenhouse gas emissions, benefit ratepayers and provide potential economic opportunities for Indigenous…
B.C. awards Okanagan-based highway maintenance contracts
The Government of British Columbia has awarded new maintenance contracts for service areas 08 and 13 in the Okanagan to Acciona Infrastructure Maintenance Inc. The…
Alberta investing in Deerfoot Trail upgrades
The Government of Alberta has announced funding for significant upgrades to Calgary’s Deerfoot Trail. Deerfoot Trail is the busiest roadway in Alberta with an average…
B.C. First Nations receive clean energy funding
Seven First Nations communities have received a combined $2.24 million to provide new clean energy opportunities and reduce reliance on diesel-generated power. Funding is provided…
Funding opportunities available for Saskatchewan infrastructure projects
Premier Scott Moe announced that Saskatchewan municipalities, and other eligible groups, will be able to submit potential infrastructure projects for initial consideration under the Investing…
Canada announces funding for Springbank Off-stream Reservoir
François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, announced funding for the Springbank Off-Stream Reservoir project in Calgary, Alberta. In June 2013, communities in southern Alberta…
Expansion funding announced for Calgary’s BMO Centre
Minister of Infrastructure and Communities François-Philippe Champagne joined local and provincial officials to announce funding for the expansion of the BMO Convention and Trade Centre…
Canada announces funding for Edmonton LRT projects
François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, was joined by Jon Carson, MLA for Edmonton–Meadowlark and Don Iveson, Mayor of Edmonton, to announce federal funding…
Transportation improvements coming to Fort Saskatchewan
Construction of the new Fort Saskatchewan bridge and twinning of Highway 15 will begin this construction season, making it quicker and safer to move people…
Alberta investing in flood resilience infrastructure
As part of its $150 million in dedicated funding to Calgary, the province has approved new Alberta Community Resilience Program grants totalling $15 million for…
Contracts awarded for West Calgary Ring Road
Contracts have been signed for two segments of the West Calgary Ring Road project, with construction to begin this spring. “This project is something the…
Alberta awards highway maintenance contracts
The Government of Alberta has awarded seven new highway maintenance contracts based on a new hybrid performance-based model. Contract submissions are evaluated on a basis…
Manitoba moving forward with Steinbach personal care home
Manitoba is moving forward with the construction of a new 143-bed personal care home in Steinbach to support those needing 24-hour supervision or nursing care.…
Record capital spending part of B.C.’s new budget
Capital spending is set to reach record heights in British Columbia, as the government announced $20.1 billion in funding over the next three years. The…
B.C. approves plan for new St. Paul’s Hospital
The Government of British Columbia has approved the business plan for a new St. Paul’s Hospital, which will improve access to life-saving health care in…
B.C. releases Broadway Subway Extension RFQ
The Broadway Subway in Vancouver is moving forward with an invitation to bidders to submit their qualifications to design, build and finance the project. “It’s…
Three teams pre-qualify for Pattullo Bridge replacement RFP
The Government of British Columbia has selected three pre-qualified bidding teams to participate in the competitive selection process to design and construct the new toll-free…