Flanking transmission in mass timber construction is a familiar concept, but consistent detailing and execution to address it ...

Metrolinx, the transit authority for the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), has awarded French global firm VINCI Construction Grands Projets (VINCI) the civil contract for the design-build-finance of a major ...

Canada’s climate is one of the more diverse on the planet. It varies based on geography, ranging from long, cold winters and sunless days in the Far North to four distinct seasons along the U.S.

The evolution of soundproofing standards within the National Building Code of Canada (NBC) offers a fascinating journey through nearly eight decades of architectural and acoustic advancements.

Jack arches are a structural element in masonry construction that have been used in the built environment for centuries. Jack arches, also known as flat or straight arches, are structural elements ...

Sustainability is no longer just a values statement. It is a business strategy. According to the 2025 CEO Study from the United Nations Global Compact and Accenture, which surveyed nearly 2,000 chief ...

Canada’s historical buildings present a dilemma in terms of today’s performance expectations. They have little to no wall insulation, and covering their beautiful exteriors with insulation is either ...

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Quebec has approved plans to modernize the interior of Montreal’s Olympic Stadium. Tourism Minister Amélie Dionne said the upgrades will help the stadium host events year-round. According to CBC, the ...

Curtain walls, by definition, are exterior walls that “hang” away from the building floor slabs rather than sitting on top of the floor as a window wall would. This inevitably creates a gap between ...

Canada’s approach to accessibility has been transforming over the years. Beyond compliance, the emphasis is shifting toward function and adaptability, or in more familiar terms, “empowerment and ...