News
January, 2021
Ontario increasing workplace inspections during COVID-19
Ont. locked down for second time during pandemic
Study confirms ‘Union Safety Effect’ on building trades construction sites
Workers who feel protected from COVID at work have better mental health, research suggests
December drew a dip in labour force in Canada
Merger in Quebec
Pearson airport is using UV-C light to disinfect the air breathed by passengers
Daikin introduces new member to business unit
From lockdowns to locking in for recovery
A rebrand for Navien in 2021
December, 2020
Ont. heading to province-wide lockdown on Boxing Day
Industry members meet to discuss Ontario College of Trades
Government should support e-permitting initiative
2021 CIPH ABC cancelled due to pandemic
Johnson Controls opens training facility offering remote and hands-on learning
Trouble expected for trades as fewer people register for apprenticeship programs
AHR Expo Product of the Year announced
Ont. government introduces legislation to halt increases to WSIB premiums
Digital collaboration will enable COVID-19 safety
Building construction investment drops for second month
Planning stage begins for CMPX
CIPHEX wraps up first virtual event
Annual kitchen and bath award show accepting 2021 nominations
Ontario safety authority revises programs due to pandemic
Sustainability commitments and smart buildings set to drive future investment
Annual plumbing contest announces winners
November, 2020
Commercial permits drive overall value down in October
B.C. electricity rates to increase in 2021
Speeding up approvals process would create jobs and housing: report
CleanBC opens application period for building innovation fund
Report says policy and technology change will be key drivers of Canada’s energy transition
Second annual Canadian energy efficiency report card released
P.E.I. takes steps to being fully net zero
Amendments made to the Uniform Plumbing Code
Many Canadian construction firms more productive than before COVID-19: survey
Research highlights benefits of ground-source heat pumps to the electricity system
Manufacturing sales rose in September
AHR Expo announces 2021 innovation award winners
Green building can offer path to economic recovery: CaGBC
Publication date of Canada’s building codes pushed to 2021
Construction activity continues to rebound during pandemic
Building construction investment dropped in Sept.
ASHRAE moves into new net-zero energy global headquarters
Mits Airconditioning moves to new Barrie location
Residential building construction prices on the rise
Deschenes Group acquires Powrmatic of Canada
HVAC/R association calls Ont. government to create retrofit program
UV-C kills 99.99% of virus that causes COVID-19: study
October, 2020
Another province looking to join CRN reconciliation agreement
Driven by Ontario, building permits rise in September
MCEE 2021 cancelled due to pandemic
Virtual Reality
Building materials contributed to wholesale sales growth for August
Residential construction top contributor for underground economic activity
Roundtable holds first meeting to fight acts of racism in Ontario’s construction industry
P.E.I. calling on Islanders for input to reach net zero by 2030
Fewer municipal projects spell trouble for Ont. contractors
Wolseley Canada appoints new president
2021 AHR Expo cancelled
Ontario set to employ the largest number of labour inspectors in provincial history
VR learning to be offered at Ont. university for STEM students
Construction industry needs to be vigilant during second wave of COVID-19
Road to recovery long for construction sector
Construction investment improves for August
Contractors anxious as COVID-19 second wave looms: survey
2020 Richard McKeagan scholarship winners announced
Value of building permits rose in August
Kitchen and Bath Hall of Fame accepting nominations for 2021
September, 2020
New standards for allowable limits of lead leached from plumbing products published
Surviving and thriving
More construction businesses re-opening their doors in June
AHR Expo postpones January show dates
Industry responds positively to throne speech
Ont. set to increase number of labour inspectors on jobsites
Wolseley Canada to make mask wearing mandatory in all stores
Construction industry bouncing back
Researchers take aim at COVID-19 in ventilation systems
Ont. upgrading hospital HVAC systems
Navien appoints national sales manager for Canada
Canadian technology can detect COVID-19 in the air
Viega expands North American manufacturing operations
Ont. construction association launches campaign to battle racism
Text messaging can help improve customer service
Ontario reopens apprenticeship and trade-related exam centres
National energy compliance guidelines needed
Viega names new CEO
AHR Expo may push show dates
HRAI reaches out to Ontario school boards
August, 2020
Building permits drop slightly in July
The Buildings Show and BUILDEX Alberta headed online
Construction payroll increased in June
Canarm expands eastern Ontario manufacturing facility
Project to explore flexible ways for apprentices to document training
Pilot project open to HRAI contracting members
CIPH announces winner of 2020 Joseph K. Seidner Award
Investment in building construction almost pre-COVID-19 levels
RLS ends relationship with Parker Hannifin
Ont. requires air conditioners in renovated, new long-term care homes
Vancouver Island construction industry hit hard by pandemic
ASHRAE updates guidance for reopening of buildings
Milwaukee launches new online product event series
Canadian government provides update to COVID-19 relief subsidy
Inefficient A/C use leading to higher costs: BC Hydro
Toronto needs to improve sewage and stormwater systems, says industry leaders
Kohler, Emco open second Canadian store
Uponor launches new website
Ontario to ‘unlock’ $50M for school HVAC upgrades
Canadian construction activity dropped 41% from March to April and is now recovering
CMPX now to be managed by Newcom Media
CIPHEX tradeshow turns virtual
CRA launches updated Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy calculator
Canadian housing starts jump for a second month
HRAI announces dates for 2020 AGM
Boiler, fireplace recall issued by Health Canada
Ont. construction associations support COVID-19 alert app
Wolseley opens new branch in Ontario
What you flush away could help uncover the arrival of a second COVID-19 wave
ASPE cancels 2020 event
Grundfos to host virtual Walk for Water event
Value of building permits rose again in June
July, 2020
Kitchen and bath show expected to run in-person and online
Atlantic Canada’s largest tradeshow postponed to 2021
Rehau to host net-zero webinar
Editor to retire after 22-years of service
Leadership change at hydronics council
ASHRAE issues guidelines for re-opening schools
Construction investment rebounds as COVID-19 restrictions eased
MCAC scholarship deadline looms
FortisBC implements Clean Growth Innovation fund
Alta. government boosts financial support for apprentices
CIPH hosts virtual auction in support of Habitat for Humanity
WaterSense program survives for another year
Construction employment levels almost back to pre-COVID
B.C. looks at retrofits to improve social housing
IAPMO updates water demand calculator
Two-storey home built with huge 3-D printer
Coronavirus expedites changes within commercial washrooms
CIPH hosts first virtual annual conference
Ont. to offer free online safety training programs
Contractors on the mend, Ont. survey reports
June, 2020
Value of buildings permits bounces back in May
Four nooses found at Toronto construction sites
Nfld. offers new rebate program for residential construction
Navien receives 2020 Energy Star award
Investment in building construction plummeted in April
Boiler recall
World Refrigeration Day planned
Vancouver to ban fossil fuel appliances for low-rise buildings
Building trades union group announces new executive director
Chilled beams offers solution for IAQ in buildings
Ontario Federation of Labour calls on Ford government to better protect workers during COVID-19
HRAI gives industry feedback to Ont. jobs and recovery committee
Canadians wanted for plumbing standards committee
HRAI cancels annual conference, CIPHEX West postponed
CCA launches mentorship program for construction industry
Investment in building construction down in March
May, 2020
Building permits way down in April
Canadian oil service industry eyes geothermal projects for jobs
Pandemic building shutdown prompts Legionella warning
Drain cleaning caution urged
Survey reveals significant damage to the Ontario construction industry from COVID-19
Engineering industry reports decline in 2018
Modine launches new website for users
Federal government expands CEBA support
COVID-19 pandemic blamed as U.S. refrigeration cabinet maker closes plant
Ont. fully reopens construction sites
Wolseley and Haier partner for Ont. and Atlantic markets
CWWA lists recommendations on how to reopen buildings
COVID-19 affects value of building permits in March
ASHRAE releases guidelines on reopening buildings
Zurn pledges $1 million in products to healthcare facilities fighting COVID-19
IAPMO makes training manuals and study guides free online
2020 OGA conference cancelled
Ont. opens up another part of construction sector
Ont. construction industry hit hard during pandemic, survey reports
Ont. reopening construction projects
Manitoba announces steps to reopen province
April, 2020
Alberta clarifies oil storage rules
Grundfos partners with Canadian start-up to help sanitize PPE equipment
Quebec to reopen construction industry
New recommendations to contractors installing tankless water heaters
CMPX postponed until 2022
Rent support for Canadian small businesses
FortisBC to purchase renewable natural gas generated from B.C. landfill
Construction investment up in February
COVID-19-related IAPMO codes now free
CIPH cancels 2020 annual conference
ASHRAE proposes cycling and thermostatic controls for unvented combustion devices
Survey: industry responds to impact of COVID-19
Rent and additional financial support for small business announced
Calls made to federal government to create construction relief fund
Quebec releases amendments to HFC refrigerant regulations
Building permits stats released for Feb. and estimates for March
Ont. extends construction hours on essential projects
FortisBC sets up pandemic fund to support residents and small businesses
WaterSense program specifications will remain unchanged
Mitsubishi Electric recognizes Ontario net-zero project
Kitchen and bath design contest announced
Ontario clamps down on non-essential construction
Handwashing on the increase prior to coronavirus, says survey
IAPMO looking for hydronics committee volunteers
Contractor association calls upon Canadian government to support construction sector
March, 2020
Manitoba deems construction an essential service
Ont. workers get extra year to renew working from heights certificate
Ont. sets guidelines to protect construction jobsites
Alta. releases list of essential services
Details released for federal small-business relief during COVID-19 pandemic
Canadian HVAC manufacturer switches gears to make COVID-19 facemasks
B.C. establishes essential services list
Sask. details essential services and limits gatherings to 10 people
CIPH urges provinces to keep plumbing and heating industries on essential list
Ont. association establishes best practice guide during COVID-19 pandemic
Ont. and Que. take different approach to essential services during pandemic
Building construction investment increased in January
Ontario targets HVAC/R “trunk slammers”
Industry work critical, HRAI tells governments
Accidents are more likely to happen on lifts when working in public areas, report
Lennox announces heat pump recall
Skills Canada cancels 2020 national competition
Atlantic trade show postponed until November
Danfoss accepting applications for annual EnVisioneer of the Year award
OGA postpones annual conference due to COVID-19 pandemic
NSF urges creation of cooling tower registries to combat Legionella
Plumbers urged to take precautions against COVID-19 virus
Coronavirus derails Toronto CMPX 2020 trade show, Habitat Gala
CaGBC updates zero carbon building standard
Value of building permits increase for January 2020
Canadian universities among winners of ASHRAE grants
CCA cancels annual conference over fear of coronavirus
Seminar topics announced for Moncton trade show
CMPX trade show and CIPH Habitat Gala will proceed as planned, says organizers
Coronavirus in plumbing systems: how did the outbreak occur in Hong Kong and is there a risk to North America?
AHR Expo product report
Billing can now be sent through texts for American business management company
February, 2020
ASHRAE encourages industry to help combat coronavirus
Construction investment up in December
Bartle & Gibson moves into Sask.
Associations urge prime minister to resolve protest over B.C. pipeline
Alberta allows mass timber construction up to 12 storeys
Geothermal conference will offer developers, municipalities a path to decarbonization
Florida AHR Expo draws a crowd
Government looks to women to help solve skilled labour shortage
Canadian immigration system failing workers and employers, reports CFIB
New leadership team announced for Distech Controls
New leadership coming to MCAC
Value of building permits up in 2019
Canadian association raising awareness about the dangers of lead in drinking water
Survey shows relationship between clean public washrooms and business success
Amount of lead allowed in drinking water halved
Joint Sask. University/China study reveals IAQ risk from LCD screens
Skilled trades shortage increases construction costs
January, 2020
Pre-apprenticeship programs on the radar for Ont. government
Canadians do well at Kitchen & Bath Show
Zurn acquires stainless steel sink manufacturer
Ont. college to offer new construction boilermaker program
New standard set for radon control in new low-rise construction
Alberta to allow 12-storey buildings
New Canadian think tank calls on government to address climate change
U.S. changes process for creating energy standards
Small increase in construction investment for November
U.S. Senate passes NAFTA 2.0
NRC opens second round of code construction consultation
CCA slams Supreme Court decision on reprisal clauses
Mits Airconditioning now sole distributor of Mitsubishi HVAC in southwestern Ont.
Ont. launches new program to entice people into trades
Ontario College of Trades future up in the air
Building permits down in November
Interprovincial gas tech ticket in the works
CHC launches webinar series on all things hydronic
Bad and ugly photo contest gets nasty
Ventilation manufacturer merges Canadian and American divisions
SPX Corp. acquires commercial boiler and water heater manufacturer
Federal carbon tax now in effect in Alberta
December, 2019
Wholesaler, manufacturers team up to support Toronto transitional housing program
Supreme Court upholds reprisal clauses
Conference will focus on Legionella prevention
Uniform refrigerant cylinder colours adopted
Trades Hall of Fame to open in Alberta
New standard for non-sewer sanitation systems
Kitchen and Bath Show returns to Las Vegas
Registration for the trades up in 2018
Building permits decrease in October
Ont. suggests connecting with millennials to solve skilled trades shortage
National code body seeks industry input
Governments urged to implement emissions reporting for buildings
Vancouver eyes 2025 fossil fuel ban
Master Group to expand Fujitsu line in West
Ontario to harmonize energy and water efficiency regulations
U.S. legislation will allow EPA to regulate HFCs
ASHRAE updates air quality standard
November, 2019
Smart thermostat market expected to double
CIPH holds town hall meeting as industry at a crossroads with new technologies, new players
Developing trust is critical, conference participants hear
AHR Expo fast approaching
New B.C. Building Code will allow 12-storey wood buildings
Construction investment up slightly
R-410A replacement refrigerant receives A1 designation
Provinces ranked by energy efficiency
World Toilet Day raises awareness in lack of sanitation services
Alta. government reports impact of carbon tax on economy
Canadian program created to approve thermal energy meters
Ont. removes red tape for wood biomass heating
BC utility program helps apartment owners upgrade buildings for better efficiency
CEC offers gold/blue seal certification programs
Ont. increases spending to attract more skilled trades workers
Decrease in Sept. building permits due to residential sector
B.C. Building Code changes will offer more flexibility to meet efficiency requirements
Canada to celebrate National Skilled Trades and Technology
Johnson Controls acquires magnetic bearing company
Alberta government ends energy efficiency rebate programs
Ontario invests in high school trade programs
October, 2019
Comments invited on national code changes
Internet usage continues to climb, says Statistics Canada
Skilled trades program funding increases in Alberta
ASHRAE updates 90.1 energy efficiency standard
Renewable natural gas to be produced at Vancouver’s landfill
Ontario prompt payment legislation takes effect
Exhibitor bookings strong for CIPHEX West
Employers still face challenges with cannabis legalization
Nova Scotia opens heating rebate program
Training on boiler and pressure vessel codes coming to Toronto
Deal struck in Ontario between industry associations
MAAX Bath celebrates 50 years
Unions, associations clash over firefighter cancer rate
Ont. college offers dedicated geothermal program
AHR Expo innovation winners announced
Increase in building permits for August
Politicians promise energy efficiency incentives
Green Building Council strives to keep LEED buildings efficient
Brewing or building – it’s a challenge, MCAC members hear
B.C. eliminates fees for online building codes
Ontario distributor acquired by Master Group
Ontario wholesaler raises $345,000 towards cancer research
September, 2019
Long-time hydronics industry contributor honoured
Speakers needed for apprenticeship conference
Orlando to host AHR Expo
U.S. company acquires Canadian HVAC filter manufacturer
CEC scholarship recipients announced
Building permits rose in July
Federal election too close to call, HRAI delegates hear
Ont. wholesaler celebrates 50 years
HRAI recognizes industry supporters
Grundfos raises $25,000 at charity event
Emerson hosts educational event to promote STEM
Successful WorldSkills competition for Canada
August, 2019
July, 2019
Final stage of Ontario’s prompt payment set for this fall
Steel, aluminum tariff repeal welcomed
Plumbing industry meets in Charlottetown
Data collection and artificial intelligence key topics at MCAC innovation conference
Openings and new beginnings
Mandatory HVAC/R efficiencies to increase with new energy efficiency regulations
Prompt payment on federal projects
June, 2019
CIPH members elect new chairman
Feds to upgrade Ottawa district heating system
Dates announced for Canada’s largest mechanical trade show
Victaulic celebrates 100 years
Rheem acquires Dutch, B.C. boiler makers
Small business carbon tax rebate program announced
Ontario working towards apprenticeship changes
Speakers announced for Canadian Hydronics Conference
May, 2019
Masco Canada and Mirolin Industries to merge
Canadian drinking water standards updated
Ontario geothermal industry optimistic
Canadian company recalls fireplaces due to fire hazard
Nova Scotia, Sask. make progress on prompt payment
Contractors urged to participate in hydronic code survey
March was a good month for municipal building projects
CFIB calls on federal government to cancel carbon tax
Viessmann boilers recalled due to carbon monoxide hazard
Correction
Thousands attend Montreal show
April, 2019
Women of HVAC/R industry come together for Habitat build
Reader survey shows shift towards conservation technologies
Ontario WSIB puts limits on medical pot
Ontario ends heating and cooling rebate program
Federal budget includes good news for industry
Ontario oil heat group rebrands
Industry welcomes prompt payment legislation announced in federal budget
Plumbing & HVAC visits European event, along with a crowd of Canadians
MCEE product competition finalists announced
Auction site for mechanical industry
March, 2019
Ontario Geothermal Association announces plan for annual conference
HRAI to host low-carbon symposium
Long-time Moen Canada leader retires
Ridgid photo/video contest announced
Industry welcomes energy efficiency tax break
Ont. apprenticeship changes: Industry raises concerns as government remains silent
Montreal trade show returns
HVAC manufacturer celebrates 100 years
British refrigerant company sets up Canadian operation
February, 2019
U.S. HVAC/R show draws a crowd of Canadians
HRAI Symposium looks at transition to low carbon world
CCA mentorship program announced
The Master Group awarded exclusive York rights
Ontario looks at reducing burden from door knocker legislation
MCAC to host innovation conference
Robots coming to plumbing industry
Marijuana legalization a game changer
Long-time writer a tireless industry volunteer
January, 2019
Montreal show returns
Feds promise tax break for efficient equipment
Feds move forward on prompt payment
Newfoundland urged to make refrigeration/AC a compulsory trade
HRAI creates flammable refrigerants task team
ASHRAE updates residential standard
Poor comfort leads to disputes, poor productivity, says survey
December, 2018
Federal government to boost code access, target code patchwork
Building permits down slightly in October
Green Calgary wins water efficiency award
Bartle & Gibson expands in Alberta
Atlanta will host AHR Expo
Ontario to end high journeyman/apprentice ratios
Calgary trade show well attended
Bridging the gap
November, 2018
October, 2018
Ontario to make sweeping labour law changes
All-trades show returns
Master Group breaks ground on Ontario distribution centre
B.C. natural gas pipeline repaired after explosion
Alberta lifts onerous slab insulation requirements
Dual-flush toilets flush too much, says Vancouver
EPA proposal would relax HFC refrigerant restrictions
Mechanical contractors group meets in Whistler
Ottawa to host 2019 Canadian Hydronics Conference
Wholesaler barbecues raises $28,000 to fight cancer
September, 2018
CEC offers students more than $20,000 in scholarships
Consulting Engineers of Ontario to honour engineering excellence
Techs open independent HVAC/R supply business
CIPH celebrates 85 years in Whistler, B.C.
Viessmann ride raises $25,000 for Calgary air ambulance
Plumbing parts giant invests in Canada
Chat with Roy Collver at CIPHEX West
August, 2018
Worker deaths resulted from “first of its kind” ammonia leak, reports B.C. safety authority
Building permits down in June
Noble to purchase Ontario wholesaler
CSA updates residential HVAC sizing standard
B.C. seeking input on future of clean growth
Alberta trades program promotes immigrant and indigenous participation
Bleak future for prompt payment in B.C.
Relief for Alberta hydronics industry in fall
Bring back efficiency rebates, Ont. group urges
July, 2018
Relief for Alberta hydronics industry
Noble celebrates 25 years
Industry honours long-time MCAC leader
HRAI plans 50th year celebration in Mexico
Prompt payment gaining traction
Industry urges end to tariffs
Ontario election puts end to heat pump rebates
New era for HRAI as Warren Heeley retires
Atlantic show well attended
Master Group expands in West
New plumbing group launches Canadian division
CIPHEX West seminars announced
Over 1,200 attend Uponor convention
Apprentices compete at National Skilled Trades competition
June, 2018
May, 2018
April, 2018
March, 2018
February, 2018
January, 2018
December, 2017
November, 2017
September, 2017
Challenges mount for HVAC/R industry
Ont. opens carbon tax purse to fight climate change
Introducing Mark Tomlin
Navien takes stand against internet sales
Rheem earns Energy Star Manufacturer of the Year award
Industry concerns ignored in door-knocker legislation
Mechanical contractors to meet in Maui
August, 2017
CIPH celebrates in Ottawa; Trump top of mind for many
Refrigerant disposal levies increase
RoadShow seminars announced
Industry gears up for CMPX 2018
Housing starts up in 2017
New mid-size van boosts Mercedes sales
ASHRAE updates HVAC basics textbook
TrainingTrades.ca will connect contractors to training
June, 2017
Edmonton hydronics conference announced
Ontario to introduce prompt payment legislation
Canadian Construction Association urged to support prompt payment bill
Industry welcomes new transparency of federal project payments
Name change reflects expanded role for plumbing council
Progress made on Vancouver green plan
Bradford White Canada moves to new facility
Uponor Ltd. opens new Canadian headquarters
May, 2017
April, 2017
Vancouver ‘greenest city’ plan alarms industry
CIPH will request change to Alberta hydronic slab insulation requirements
Women in industry program launched
Bradford White acquires GE heat pump business
Kohler, Emco launch Vancouver showroom
Skills competitions heat up
Wolseley opens Antigonish, N.S. branch
MCEE new product competition finalists announced
March, 2017
February, 2017
January, 2017
December, 2016
November, 2016
October, 2016
September, 2016
August, 2016
July, 2016
Progress on major issues generates optimism for oil heat
Door-knocker bill goes too far, says HRAI
High-power cordless
IPEX showcases $55-million Edmonton plant expansion
HVAC manufacturing plant to create 250 jobs
Wolseley breaks ground on 130,000 sq. ft. Quebec facility
CMHC boosts green home fund
June, 2016
April, 2016
March, 2016
Top industry speakers will kick off CMPX 2016
New Brunswick to host national skills competition
Vancouver show combined with builder’s event
HRAI seeks ban on use of furnaces for construction heat
Geothermal will lead climate change battle, says Ont. environment minister
Geothermal group opposes natural gas expansion
January, 2016