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.
If you’re planning a major landscaping project, driveway upgrade, or new construction, you’re probably wondering: how much does a truckload of gravel actually cost? Gravel is one of the most versatile and in-demand materials in construction, used for everything from […]
President Trump’s renewed attacks on offshore wind energy have caused concern throughout the American renewable energy sector, but Canadian industry experts see opportunity in the fallout. With Trump halting federal leasing for offshore wind and fast-tracking fossil fuel development, the
In a significant step toward addressing Canada’s deepening housing crisis, the federal government and the Quebec government, in partnership with Desjardins, have announced the construction of 1,000 new affordable housing units over the next three years. The initiative, an expansion
Saskatchewan is outpacing the rest of the country when it comes to growth in building construction, according to newly released figures from Statistics Canada. The province recorded a 27.8 percent increase in building construction investment in March 2025 compared to
Home sales across Canada dropped by 9.8 percent in April compared to the same month in 2024, according to the latest data released by the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA). The decline is the latest indication that the country’s housing
A team of researchers at Montana State University has developed a new type of building material made from fungi and bacteria, offering a promising alternative to traditional construction materials like concrete. The innovative material, detailed in a study published this
Green Building Conferences in Canada 2026 Event Calendar Updated: March 10, 2026 Whether you want to learn all you can about green building, do some networking or you just feel like spending a couple of days getting inspired about a
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
