How Is Concrete Reclamation Getting Faster?
Ready‑mix producers are adopting closed‑loop concrete reclamation systems that cut processing time from several hours to under 30 minutes. The new technology captures, filters, and re‑conditions wash water on‑site, achieving up to 95% cement recovery while slashing water use by roughly 80%. Early adopters report cost reductions of $0.45‑$0.60 per cubic yard and lower landfill fees. Industry analysts see the shift as a catalyst for broader sustainability mandates in the AEC sector.
Toronto Tempo Performance Centre Plan Unveiled Ahead of WNBA Debut
Toronto unveiled plans for a dedicated performance centre for its new WNBA franchise, the Toronto Tempo, ahead of the city’s first WNBA game on April 29. The single‑storey facility, designed by HOK and slated for completion in 2028, will sit...
Message From the President | Message De La Présidente: Looking Back, Moving Forward
President Kelly Sawatzky reflected on a year of unpredictability and gratitude, thanking board members, volunteers, and family for their support. He highlighted the retirement of Nick Franjic after 33 years, noting the loss of institutional knowledge. Sawatzky outlined a handful...
What’s the Difference Between Refined and Polished Concrete?
The article contrasts refined and polished concrete, outlining their distinct finishing processes and visual outcomes. Refined concrete uses densifiers and light grinding for a low‑gloss, slip‑resistant surface, while polished concrete undergoes multiple grinding stages and sealing to achieve a high‑gloss,...
Exclusive: How Are ‘Digital Twins’ Revolutionizing Infrastructure?
Arup’s digital rail leader Lindsay English explains how digital twins and AI are reshaping Canadian infrastructure. Real‑time twins on Vancouver’s Canada Line and YVR airport have boosted asset availability and operational agility, while the Eglinton Crosstown West Extension used a...
Hospital Expansion Reimagines Healthcare Settings with Spatial Layout
Fleurimont Hospital in Sherbrooke, Quebec, has completed a 34,500 m² (371,355 sf) expansion that adds the Enfant Soleil Pavilion, consolidating emergency, maternity, neonatal, pediatric and child‑psychiatry services. The project used a collaborative design process involving clinicians, artists, managers and patient partners to...
What Is 3D‑Printed Concrete’s Role in Next‑Gen Construction?
3D‑printed concrete is emerging as a transformative technology for the construction sector, especially in northern climates where harsh weather and sustainability goals drive innovation. Robotic extrusion allows faster builds, reduced labor, and design freedom that traditional formwork cannot match. Engineers...
From Parking Lot to Mixed-Use Development
Arcadis is redeveloping a former Canada Lands Company parking lot at 299 Carling Avenue in Ottawa’s Little Italy into four mixed‑use towers. The project will deliver roughly 750 residential units and over 55,741.8 m² (600,000 sf) of commercial, retail and office space....
Students Design Solutions to Make Toronto Transit Safer
Nearly 200 Ontario students gathered at the 10th annual 1UP Conference in Toronto to tackle transit safety and inclusivity. Partnering with the Toronto Transit Commission, participants engaged in a two‑day Design Jam, prototyping bus stops, streetcar and subway platforms. The...
Two Methods of Collaborative Construction Delivery: Construction Management and Integrated Project
The Construction Canada event on April 9, 2026 examined two collaborative delivery models—Construction Management (CM) and Integrated Project Delivery (IPD). Presenter Rick Boates highlighted how traditional procurement often fuels conflict, while CM and IPD promote early team involvement, transparency, and shared risk....
Recasting Brutalism: A Civic Landmark Reimagined
Toronto Metropolitan University opened Phase One of its new School of Medicine, converting the former Bramalea Civic Centre’s 1970s Brutalist shell into a modern academic hub. Designed by Diamond Schmitt, the renovation preserves the building’s civic presence while removing interior...
Unlocking ‘Digital Twins’ for Canada’s Infrastructure
The Future of Infrastructure Group (FIG) and design firm Arup have published a white paper, “Unlocking Digital Twins in Canada,” outlining a roadmap to accelerate digital‑twin adoption in Canadian infrastructure. The paper argues that digital twins—dynamic virtual replicas that exchange...
Is Your Concrete Really Built To Last?
North America is committing trillions of dollars to rebuild highways, bridges, and public works, and concrete remains the backbone of these projects. Yet the longevity of these structures is not guaranteed; many fail prematurely due to material inconsistencies and environmental...
Scholarship Launched for Budding Architects
DIALOG has launched its 2026 Architectural Scholarship in honour of Michael Evamy, targeting final‑year students enrolled in Canadian architecture degree programs. The award provides CAD 5,000 for the recipient’s thesis research and an additional CAD 3,000 for travel and project‑related expenses, plus...