Toromont to open remanufacturing centre in Quebec

Toromont Industries Ltd. has announced that it will construct a new 90,000-square-foot manufacturing centre in Saint-Augustin-de-Desmaures. The $55 million investment allows Toromont to meet the growing demand from the construction industry and to address the lifecycle of needs from its extensive fleet of equipment in service. Scheduled to open in the summer of 2027, the […]

The pendulum may be swinging back in favor of the trades: JLL

Facilities management teams and building organizations are bringing new talent into the skilled trades, and the opportunities they’re offering are becoming increasingly attractive to younger workers, experts say.  Buildings’ increasing complexity and strong construction activity in high-growth sectors are expanding the need for skilled trades, according to JLL’s skilled trades talent research report, released in […]

Tips for maximizing impact from a jobsite safety stand-down

Listen to the article 4 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. This week, jobsites across the nation have paused work, and leaders have huddled the crew to discuss safety hazards. The safety stand-down is a practice wielded by builders throughout the year, especially during Construction Safety Week. But […]