Design / Business / Technology

The new focus on the importance of the bathroom environment has inspired designers and homeowners alike to rethink their decorative strategy for this space. More than ever, people want to create a relaxing, calming, Zen-like experience with…

Beyond salvage, Design for Disassembly (DfD/A) in BC and Canada’s building sector is growing. While pick-up has been gradual, some examples are helping lay the groundwork for the broader industry. By definition, DfD/A is the design of…

British Columbia’s construction sector is coming full circle—and thinking differently about the environmental impact of materials they specify. They’re looking for ways to change from a ‘take-make-waste’ approach to a more circular economy.…

“The winning projects go above and beyond in demonstrating design excellence and innovation in their use of wood as a building material,” says Rory Koska, Program Director of Wood WORKS! Alberta. “They are simply spectacular visually and…

Anyone who has purchased something since the pandemic has probably had to pay more and wait longer; supply chain issues have plagued customers, retailers, and manufacturers across industries. These challenges began with halting production…

Canadian female and non-binary entrepreneurs are now eligible for a loan program that is making it easier for women entrepreneurs to start, grow, and maintain their businesses. This initiative is called the Women’s Enterprise Organizations…

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, was in Truro, Nova Scotia, to announce over $28 million for the Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency’s Apprenticeship START Plus Project.…

In the world of office furniture, Artopex is an industry leader. Based in Granby, QC, they have grown significantly over their 40 years to become renowned throughout North America. A few months ago, they were named one of Canada’s Best…

Montreal-based manufacturer Artitalia Group has launched a $10+ million Industry 4.0 reinvestment program that will extend over the next few years to achieve its operational goals. Industry 4.0 is revolutionizing the way companies make…

Despite the record global demand for wood pellets over the past two decades, biomass, mainly wood pellets, is in the infancy of its evolution. Both domestically and internationally, biomass’s potential to transform into a low-carbon, clean…

It’s important to note that after the kitchen, a well-renovated bathroom does the most to increase the value of a house. The kitchen is the heart of the home and where life happens, so encourage your customers to make the bathroom their…

Over the last few quarters, job vacancy rates have reached record levels in Canada. Population aging declines in immigration inflows during the COVID-19 pandemic, and career reorientation among individuals previously employed in sectors hit…

The global residential furniture market is projected to grow at the rate of 4.4% during the forecast period between 2018 and 2023. The market is expected to witness robust growth owing to the change in housing units, increasing urbanization…

Canada’s residential real estate sector experienced a massive boom during the pandemic thanks to record-low mortgage rates, which helped boost furniture manufacturing and retail industries. While the housing market has turned amid a series…

We have all become too familiar with the realities of Canada’s skilled labour shortages. Two-thirds of Canadian businesses struggle to hire workers, and a quarter has difficulties retaining employees. Skills Canada documents a 40% shortage…

The impact of the COVID-19 crisis on consumer behaviour and manufacturing trends has heightened the importance of digitalization and automation for the furniture industry. Online-savvy consumers seeking personalized shopping experiences and…

Ask any business sector what the basic principles of supply chain management are – and the answer invariably comes down to affordable and reliable transportation services. Unfortunately for Canada’s forest products sector, the present…

British Columbia’s construction sector is anticipated to grow significantly in the coming decade, making skills training for young people—the workforce of tomorrow—essential. To meet this need, Indigenous communities throughout the province…