The Government of British Columbia announced that people in the Cowichan region are one step closer to a new hospital as the diagnostic and treatment centre on site reaches structural completion. “Improved access to health care for people in the Cowichan region is on the horizon. This project reflects our government’s commitment to strengthening health services across the province and will provide people in Cowichan greater access to the care they need in a state-of-the-art hospital that will serve the region for generations to come,” said Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “The vision for the ne ..read more

The Calgary Airport Authority announced the commencement of Phase 1 construction for its West Runway Rehabilitation project, with a groundbreaking ceremony. As the construction season begins, The Authority has launched the approximately $200 million project to completely overhaul and replace the aging runway, making significant regulatory, safety and environmental upgrades, including: Recycling 80 per cent of the existing runway materials, including asphalt, concrete and gravel. Upgrading existing electrical fixtures to LED. Future proofing for climate resilience with upgrades to storm infras ..read more

The City of Toronto’s 2024 Corporate Asset Management Plan (AMP), detailing a $26 billion infrastructure funding gap, was unanimously adopted by Toronto City Council, highlighting the ongoing need for prioritization and partnerships. The report identifies the value of the City’s non-core infrastructure assets at $73 billion and forecasts that an average annual investment of $4 billion is needed to maintain these assets in good condition to provide their current levels of service to Torontonians. This contrasts with the average annual planned state of good repair (SOGR) funding of $1.4 billion ..read more

The Transportation Association of Canada (TAC) announced the winners of its annual Volunteer Recognition and Young Professional Awards. Distinguished Service Award This award is TAC’s highest honour. It recognizes leaders who have had a tangible and enduring impact on the association’s progress toward its vision and mission and, thereby, Canada’s transportation sector. The recipient has contributed actively to TAC councils and committees for at least 15 years, among their 25 years or more of industry experience. Geoffrey Ho, G. Ho Engineering Consultants Geoff has demonstrated a comm ..read more

The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has reached financial close on a $150 million loan to the Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) for the first phase of a project to build CANXPORT. CANXPORT is a new export logistics hub will expand capacity and capabilities for rail-to-container transloading of multiple export products at the Port of Prince Rupert, improve Canadian supply chains, and drive trade and economic growth. CANXPORT (formerly known as the Ridley Island Export Logistics Park) is No. 78 on ReNew Canada’s 2024 Top100 Projects report. “Helping to expand Can ..read more

The City of Edmonton announced that construction season is officially underway as part of its $7 billion 2023–26 Capital Budget, which includes more than $1.7 billion in infrastructure renewal. Guided by The City Plan, more than 200 City infrastructure projects being planned, designed and built in 2024. “More and more people are choosing to live in Edmonton,” said Mayor Amarjeet Sohi. “As our city grows, we have a responsibility to invest in the services that our growing population needs: services like police and fire stations, roads, transit, libraries, parks, recreation centres and more ..read more

The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) has reached financial close on a $75 million loan to BC Ferry Services Inc. to help finance the purchase of four zero-emission ferries and install the required charging infrastructure. “Partnering with BC Ferries on the CIB’s first electric ferry financing will help to accelerate the electrification of one of the world’s largest ferry networks. In addition to their environmental benefits, the new vessels will be quieter and offer more enjoyable commutes for local residents and visitors to communities in the greater Vancouver ar ..read more

President Nancy Hill, B.A.Sc., LL.B., FCAE, FEC, P. Eng., and the Board of Engineers Canada announced the appointment of Philip Rizcallah, P.Eng., as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective August 6, 2024. Rizcallah succeeds Gerard McDonald, MBA, P.Eng., ICD.D, who will be retiring after six years of service to the association. Rizcallah has been a transformative voice in the public service for over three decades. Most recently he served as CEO and deputy head of Accessibility Standards Canada, and prior to that led teams at the National Research Council of Canada as both Pr ..read more

Oak View Group (OVG) officially kicked off the start of major renovations during a special groundbreaking event to transform FirstOntario Centre into a state-of-the-art venue. The reimagined arena will serve as the centerpiece in revitalizing Hamilton as a premier music, sports and entertainment destination for southwestern Ontario in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton area. “We’ve been a long-standing partner of the City of Hamilton through our management of the arena, generating considerable momentum to where we are today and are now positioned to deliver to the people of Hamilt ..read more

The Regina Specialized Beds Long-Term Care (LTC) Home project continues to progress with the award of the Progressive Design Build Agreement to Graham Design Builders LP. The Progressive Design Build Agreement allows the government to enter a contract with a single proponent for the design and construction of this project but also provides an off-ramp if the government is unable to conclude negotiations with Graham at an acceptable price for the build. The Regina Specialized Beds LTC Home is expected to be designed as a multi-story building, with a focus on creating a home environment and inco ..read more