Fabian Raemy majored in Political Science at Toronto Metropolitan University where he honed his skills as an investigative researcher, reporter and journalist. Although the journey started with politics, it quickly led to the world of sustainability. With a passion for green building and a need to share the truth, Fabian is always on the hunt for the next big piece of sustainability news.
Despite record-breaking population growth, housing starts in Canada have remained virtually flat, a trend that has raised concerns over the province’s ability to meet its housing targets and address a worsening affordability crisis. Data released this month by the Canada […]
Canada’s construction industry showed modest signs of recovery in 2024, with investment rising in both residential and non-residential building projects. New figures from BuildForce Canada and Statistics Canada indicate that despite recent economic uncertainty, the construction sector has stabilized and
The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) is urging all federal parties to treat construction as a national priority in the upcoming election, warning that underinvestment could stall growth, delay housing development and widen the infrastructure gap. With both major party leaders
Alberta is experiencing a construction boom fueled by a housing strategy initiated under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The policy, aimed at increasing housing supply and density across Canada, set the stage for rapid development, particularly in cities like Calgary.
The Government of Canada is investing $6 million into four green construction projects across Ontario, supporting low-carbon building materials and mass timber innovations. The funding, part of Natural Resources Canada’s (NRCan) Green Construction through Wood (GCWood) and Investments in Forest
President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian imports (and Canada’s retaliatory tariffs) could greatly impact construction in both Canada and the United States’ if the tariffs were to stay in place. Industry experts warn that these tariffs will significantly increase construction costs
A new report from the Pembina Institute states the urgent need for Ontario to prioritize clean energy initiatives, positioning the province as a leader in low-carbon economic growth while addressing affordability and energy security concerns. The report, Assembling the Future:
A global study by One Click LCA found that over 80 percent of surveyed professionals stated that EPDs influenced their purchasing decisions, reflecting the growing importance of sustainability and carbon transparency in procurement. The study gathered insights from 150 qualified
Built Green Canada is drawing attention to significant amendments to Canada’s Competition Act, which will impose stricter regulations on environmental claims made by businesses. The Competition Bureau is currently developing enforcement guidelines to ensure that green marketing statements meet higher
President Trump’s plan to impose 25 percent tariffs on imports from Canada has sparked significant concern in Canada, though it would also have an impact on American businesses, including construction since Canada is a major supplier of building materials like
