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Apprentices in Canada ePanel seeking survey participants

Source: HPAC Magazine
A current survey from the Apprentices in Canada ePanel survey group is looking at the challenges apprentices are facing during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visit https://www.hpacmag.com/heating-plumbing-air-conditioning-general/apprentices-in-canada-epanel-seeking-survey-participants/1004129995/ to view the full article online.

Governments still missing the mark on small business rent relief: CFIB

Source: Canadian Manufacturing
The Canadian Federation of Independent Business reports that 12% of businesses are considering bankruptcy and winding down.

Visit https://www.canadianmanufacturing.com/small-business/governments-still-missing-the-mark-on-small-business-rent-relief-cfib-254582/ to view the full article online.

CMHC: Canada’s housing markets will begin to recover by mid-2021

Source: Construction Links Network
Canada’s housing market will experience declines in 2020, but is expected to start improving by this time next year, according to The Housing Market Outlook - Special Edition from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation. There is also continued economic uncertainty stemming from containment measures of COVID-19 and falling oil prices.

Visit https://constructionlinks.ca/news/cmhc-canadas-housing-markets-will-begin-to-recover-by-mid-2021/ to view the full article online.

INDUSTRY NEWS

Surety Association of Canada unveils new bond form for IPD projects

Source: Daily Commercial News
The Surety Association of Canada's board of directors has approved a new specialty bond form designed to be used with Integrated Project Delivery projects.

Visit https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/associations/2020/05/surety-association-of-canada-unveils-new-bond-form-for-ipd-projects to view the full article online.

COVID cash flow crunch has shifted the payment dispute landscape

Source: Daily Commercial News
The work stoppages, slowdowns and supply chain issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic have significantly impacted construction projects across North America. This has also led to interruptions in the flow of funds from owners to contractors and subcontractors.

Visit https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/government/2020/06/legal-notes-covid-cash-flow-crunch-has-shifted-the-payment-dispute-landscape to view the full article online.

Pandemic building shutdown prompts Legionella warning

Source: Plumbing + HVAC
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the Alliance to Prevent Legionnaire’s Disease and Purdue University have released a joint statement warning that idle potable and non-potable building water systems can create the perfect environment for Legionella bacteria growth.

Visit https://plumbingandhvac.ca/pandemic-building-shutdown-prompts-legionella-warning/ to view the full article online.

ASHRAE legionella guideline updated

Source: HPAC Magazine
ASHRAE has released an updated guideline to help building owners and those involved in construction, operation and maintenance control legionellosis associated with water systems. This is particularly important as many consider re-opening buildings in the coming months following the COVID-19 pandemic.

Visit https://www.hpacmag.com/heating-plumbing-air-conditioning-general/ashrae-legionella-guideline-updated/1004130010/ to view the full article online.

LEADERSHIP, EDUCATION & TRAINING

More courses added to ASHRAE spring online series

Source: HPAC Magazine
ASHRAE will offer four new courses covering topics such as high-performance sequences of operation for HVAC systems, UV germicidal irradiation, laboratory exhaust stack design and hospital HVAC.

Visit https://www.hpacmag.com/heating-plumbing-air-conditioning-general/more-courses-added-to-ashrae-spring-online-series/1004129977/ to view the full article online.

BY THE NUMBERS

Who got paid by the federal government this week?

Click below for the latest prompt payment in the construction industry payment tables.

Visit https://www.tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca/biens-property/divulgation-disclosure/psdic-ppci-eng.html to view the full article online.

Building permits issued in Canada drop 17% in April

Source: HPAC Magazine
Quebec has posted its largest recorded month-over-month percentage decline after its decision to shut down non-essential construction activity.

Visit https://www.hpacmag.com/construction/building-permits-issued-in-canada-drop-17-in-april/1004130003/ to view the full article online.

Events

CIPH webinar: Getting to the Financial Light at the End of the Tunnel

Source: CIPH
There is nothing but uncertainty regarding the impact of COVID-19 on distributors. The uncertainties include how long the economy will be shut down, how swiftly it will return to “normal” and how deep the sales decline will be. This webinar from CIPH will provide guidance on using key financial tools during this unprecedented time.

Visit https://www.ciph.com/news/509720/-Getting-to-the-Financial-Light-at-the-End-of-the-Tunnel---A-Complimentary-Webinar.htm to view the full article online.

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