Liberals want ‘flexibility’ on federal integrity rules — which could help SNC-Lavalin
OTTAWA — Canada’s minister in charge of procurement says the Trudeau government wants the federal regime for dealing with companies that have integrity problems to be more flexible — a change that could help beleaguered SNC-Lavalin. The engineering and construction giant faces corruption and fraud charges over allegations it used bribery while pursuing business in…
REM officials lay out mitigation measures for commuters as construction ramps up – Montreal
The $6.3-billion REM light rail train will be fully completed by 2023 but public transit commuters will have to endure several challenges until then to get to Montreal. REM officials outlined on Thursday the contingency travel plans as construction ramps up for the project. A total of $192 million will be spent to put mitigation…
Crews respond to fire at under-construction house in central Edmonton – Edmonton
Firefighters were called to a house near 93 Street and 108 Avenue on Thursday afternoon. At 2:30 p.m., smoke could be seen coming from the house, which appeared to be still under construction. There is no word yet on possible causes or damage estimate. Smoke can be seen coming from a house that’s under construction…
Fire ravages Nicholson Bros Concrete and Construction in Campbellford
A massive fire destroyed a long- established Campbellford business Wednesday. Trent Hills firefighters were called to Nicholson Brothers Concrete and Construction around 12:20 a.m. and found a large 3-bay garage engulfed in flames. Source link
Groat Road Bridge closed due to construction crane incident
Groat Road Bridge was closed to traffic and pedestrians Wednesday after an incident involving a construction crane. Source link
Dept. of Labour rules crane out of service after electricity lights up Halifax sky – Halifax
Dramatic video of a towering construction crane bursting with electrical sparks lit up the sky in Halifax on Tuesday and was the talk of the town come Wednesday morning. A crane was left spiralling in the high winds at 1447 Dresden Row when bright bursts of light exploded towards the top of the tower, which…
Edmonton’s Groat Road Bridge closed due to crane incident – Edmonton
The Groat Road Bridge was closed in both directions Wednesday afternoon following an incident with a construction crane. The City of Edmonton said a crane wheel derailed, leading to the closure of the traffic lanes and sidewalk. Emergency closure of Groat Road Bridge both directions, including the sidewalk, following a crane wheel derailment. No injuries,…
Construction halted at Halifax condo development after crane shoots sparks into night sky
A dramatic video of towering construction crane bursting with electrical sparks lit up the night sky in Halifax last night. As Jesse Thomas reports, construction on the condo development was halted Wednesday as result of the electrifying display. Source link
Cogswell redevelopment gets green light from Halifax council – Halifax
The plan to redevelop a large portion of downtown Halifax is about to become reality, with Halifax Regional Council passing a motion on Tuesday that will see the Cogswell interchange head to the wrecking ball. After a long debate, council voted 15-0 to approve the 90 per cent construction design plan, deciding to push forward…
Fire destroys Nicholson Bros Concrete and Construction in Campbellford
An early morning fire Wednesday destroyed Nicholson Bros Concrete and Construction in Campbellford. No injuries were reported. The Office of the Fire Marshal is investigating the cause of the blaze. Source link