BC Cancer Centre at Royal Inland Hospital Approved
The Government of British Columbia has approved the business plan for the BC Cancer Centre at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in Kamloops, B.C. The $359 million project will include a five-storey facility with state-of-the-art cancer treatment capacity, including radiation therapy, MRI suite, and linear accelerator vaults. The facility will also feature a sacred space for traditional ceremonies in collaboration with Indigenous partners, and a new 470-stall parkade. BC Cancer executive vice-president and chief medical officer Dr. Kim Chi expressed excitement for the new treatment options to be brought to the region.
Amtrak Awards Contract for Construction of Modern Passenger Rail Tunnel in Baltimore
Amtrak awards contract for construction of modern passenger rail tunnel in Baltimore as part of the Frederick Douglass Tunnel Program. The project aims to address a major bottleneck on the Northeast Corridor, with construction set to begin in 2026. The new tunnel, named after Frederick Douglass, will serve electrified Amtrak and MARC commuter trains, marking a significant milestone for the initiative.
Millions of UK Households Face Energy Bill Increases Due to Heat Network Expansion
Over five million households in the UK are facing the prospect of significant increases in their energy bills as a result of a major network roll-out. The government is aiming to expand the number of heat networks across the country,…
Saskatchewan construction company fined for not paying wages
A Saskatchewan construction company has been fined a total of $1,400 for not paying wages, a news release from the province said. Langman Contracting Inc. pleaded guilty in Assiniboia Provincial Court on Jan. 11 to one violation under The Saskatchewan…
Develon Receives Awards for Groundbreaking Technology at CES 2024 Innovation Awards
Develon, formerly known as Doosan Construction Equipment, has proudly announced that two of its groundbreaking technology solutions have been honored with prestigious awards at the CES 2024 Innovation Awards. The awards were presented as part of the CES 2024 electronics…