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Had a safety conversation with your workers lately?
by John BleasbyTalking about safety in an open, positive manner is critical for all contractors
Perfectionism versus excellence
by Robert KociThe following is an editorial by Steve Maxwell, tools editor for Canadian Contractor printing originally in the March/April 2019 issue of Canadian Contractor. For more by Maxwell, you can go to his website https://baileylineroad.com/ By Steve Maxwell Sooner or later,…
Tankless water heater kills Ohio family
by Robert KociThe DIY installation of an unpermitted tankless water heater is suspected in four deaths
Ontario’s Construction Act changes are coming to Saskatchewan
by John BleasbyMore provinces expected to enact prompt payment and adjudication legislation
Ontario roofer jailed for 7 days for working at height violations
by John BleasbySteven Bell of Belleville, Ont. ignored previous OSHA fall protection fines for years
Renovator and custom home builder Evolve Builders Group pays a ‘living wage’
by Robert KociGuelph builder decides Ontario’s minimum is not enough
Your budget and you… NOW!
by Robert KociYou need a budget, and we can help
Canadian housing starts surge 23 per cent in April
by Steve PayneIt had been a slow start to the year but Canadian homebuilders really put the shovels in the ground last month
Construction management software means increased efficiency and profits
by John BleasbyContractors and renovators of all sizes are now tapping into advanced construction technology
Our Dilemma Contest winner points out Dennis’ leadership opportunity
by John BleasbyMichael Janzen of Grunthal, MB wins a DeWalt All-Purpose light
Kicking our addiction to A/C
by John BleasbyWith the planet heating up, low-energy alternatives to mechanical cooling are needed
CHBA Newfoundland campaigning for tougher provincial regulation of contractors
by canadiancontractorEnough with those who offer Tailgate Warranties, says Victoria Belbin of the CHBA-NL
Carpentry unions attack the underground cash economy across North America
by John BleasbyTax fraud and consumer vulnerability are only two of the problems
Drones are high-flying help for projects of any size
by John BleasbyThe benefits include improved accuracy, efficiency and safety
Making sure you hit structure when drilling to attach bath/shower grab bars (VIDEO)
by canadiancontractorAnderson Hinds of Exquisite Renovation & Design talks about a hack he uses to remember where he put his structural wood before he tiles a shower area
UPDATE: Police arrest and charge Eco Life’s David Murray
by John BleasbyControversial Sudbury, ON contractor is charged with theft and trafficking of stolen property
CertainTeed donates insulation for Homes For Heroes’ Calgary project
by John BleasbyHopes for future projects in Edmonton and Halifax
Eco Life under investigation by SNAP Financial Group
by John Bleasby“This type of alleged activity is absolutely not tolerated,” says SNAP executive