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Ontario Government Offering Training on 2024 OBC

Aug 22, 2024 | Industry News

The government of Ontario is offering 5 sessions on the 2024 Ontario Building Code, which comes into effect January 1, 2025. The session most likely to be of interest to our members is on fire protection, occupant safety, and accessibility. It's being offered Wednesday, August 28.


In Memory of Murray Alfred Lloyd

Aug 16, 2024 | General News

It is with great sadness the family of Murray Alfred Lloyd announces his passing on August 14th, 2024.


ASSA ABLOY Acquires Wesko Locks in Canada

Jul 8, 2024 | Industry News

ASSA ABLOY increases its capacity in the electronic and specialty locks space with the acquisition of Wesko Locks.


Elevate Healthcare Security With AMBICO’s Specialized Door Solutions

Jun 10, 2024 | New Products

Healthcare construction is a key part of many distributors' businesses. Find out about how AMBICO can help you address the needs of these clients.


At Last - The Bank Rate Eases

Jun 5, 2024 | Economic News and Forecasts

The Bank of Canada today cut its policy rate by 25 basis points to 4.75% - the first rate cut since July 2023.


Construction Employment Falls In April

May 15, 2024 | Economic News and Forecasts

April 2024's employment in construction is down 0.7% compared to March, according to Statistics Canada's April Labour Force Survey. It is also down 0.3% compared to April 2023.


February GDP - Slight Downside Surprise

May 2, 2024 | Economic News and Forecasts

Statistics Canada released its February 2024 GDP figures April 30, and the results were not as good as their last estimates.


DHI Canada’s Spring Technical School is underway in Calgary

Apr 30, 2024 | General News

DHI Canada’s Spring Technical School is underway in Calgary. Great student participation and great instructors working together to educate the Canadian door and hardware industry.


Masonite Announces Sale of Architectural Business Segment

Apr 24, 2024 | Industry News

Masonite has entered into a definitive agreement for the sale of all assets associated with the Architectural segment to subsidiaries of IBP Solutions, Inc.


Ontario Building Code 2024 Announced

Apr 11, 2024 | Industry News

The Government of Ontario has announced the 2024 Ontario Building Code, to be effective January 1, 2025.


 
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