We partnered with the City of Vaughan and NRB Modular Solutions to transform a storage yard into a new Operations Centre using modular construction! “The main advantage of modular construction is you're increasing your effectiveness in delivering on time schedule." - Matthew Berg, project manager at NRB

As we celebrate #WomenInConstructionWeek and #InternationalWomensDay from March 4 to March 8, we want to recognize and pay tribute to the invaluable contributions of all the women at Chandos Construction. For Samantha De Sousa, a skilled labourer on our Vancouver team, Women in Construction Week is all about her passion for work. “The most fulfilling aspect of my job is the relationships you build on site. The workers respect me because they see me stepping outside of the box and assisting them with day-to-day tasks. Simply showing workers that you can help push to the finish line or pitch in when they feel overwhelmed creates a bond. The success of any job or company stems from the respect shown and given, it’s all about the connections you build along the way.” While there is still room to grow in gaining women’s visibility within the architectural, engineering, and construction industry, this week is about seeing how far we’ve come and thanking the women who have made it happen. #iwd2024 #wicweek2024

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As Black History Month draws to a close, it’s important to reflect on the pivotal contributions Black people have made in Canada. John Ware first arrived in Alberta in 1882 as a free man. Throughout his career as a cowboy in Alberta, he became known as a leader in agriculture and ranching, developing innovative approaches to farm management and land cultivation. His entrepreneurial drive led him to start his own herd and later his own ranch near Millarville, Alberta. Does his name ring a bell? You might recognize his name from Ware Creek, John Ware Ridge, or because our SAIT project team redeveloped the John Ware building on campus.

February marks the beginning of #BlackHistoryMonth , a time dedicated to celebrating the achievements and contributions of Black people in North America. Paul Revere Williams was widely regarded as one of the first Black architects in America and was also a civil rights leader who helped open the first NAACP chapter in Southern California. He played a pivotal role in shaping North American cities and skylines through architecture, despite facing racial discrimination at work. Williams left his enduring mark on the built environment of Hollywood, designing over 2000 buildings throughout the span of his career. Structures like the Theme Building and the 28th St YMCA are now designated as protected historic landmarks.

In the next eight years, the construction industry is expected to lose 40 per cent of the workforce. Have you ever wondered how we can get more people into the industry? Hope Renovations uses internships and training to get more women and non-binary people into the trades. The program focuses on repairs, modifications, and renovations for seniors to stay safe and independent in their homes. The Founder, Nora Spencer, sat down with Jen Hancock, our vice president of collaborative construction, on episode eight of the podcast Building Good to talk about how to make the new generation of tradespeople more diverse.

How can we build agility, create change, and strengthen the resilience of our organizations? The Future/Ready toolkit contains a set of signals and prompt cards that will help your team navigate the future. Download today: bit.ly/3QVwSL4

We’re committed to a more inclusive, equitable, and diverse future, and it begins with all of us. #ConstructionInclusionWeek is a powerful movement dedicated to fostering inclusivity within our industry. It’s about sharing resources and building conversations that support and empower our teams. This week, Building Good Good is sponsoring Construction Inclusion Week, focusing on accountability, creating a sense of belonging, and supporting diverse supply chains and communities. We’re proud to be a strategic partner of @BuildingGood_ with @builtbybird.

We're back with a new season of the @BuildingGood_ podcast! Nature has been engineering for billions of years. Biomimicry is an ancient evolutionary design process and is now a growing tool within the world of architecture, construction, and engineering. Copying shapes from the natural world in design can improve energy efficiency, design functions, and create a creative space for solutions. Listen in as @JennJHancock and guest Jamie Miller talk through how we can mimic the natural world in our latest episode, Nature is the Best Engineer. Listen now! ow.ly/MiVQ50PmcwB

National Day of Mourning is today, April 28th. From Vancouver to Ottawa, we remember why we work so hard to create a culture of safety. Today as an industry, we remember the importance of safety at work so we can return home to loved ones every day. ccohs.ca/events/mourning/

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From our Chandos family to you and your loved ones, we wish you a happy holiday season. Spread joy. Show love. Stay safe. #happyholidays #holidayspirit #festiveseason