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April issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Staff Writer — Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:04:11 +0000

The April 2026 issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

- - Contract stalemate stalls $94-million Larga Baffin expansion in south Ottawa;
  - OCH awards $7.8 million for supportive Sandy Hill housing redevelopment;
  - Ottawa new home sales remain show modest gains in February despite sluggish start to the year;
  - Ottawa committees endorse refreshed 10-year housing plan with shift toward income-based affordability;
  - Dan Leduc to lead Ottawa Construction Association in 2026 as group posts record membership, healthy finances;
  - Ottawa leaders rally behind ‘Yes to Housing at 35th Merkley Supply Show
  - Orleans 1,500-unit development proposal tests Ottawa’s new no-minimum parking rules; and
  - Ottawa housing market requires diverse supply to meet projected 1.7 million population, GOHBA executive says.
Ottawa Construction News (April, 2026)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

24 pages, published 4/7/2026

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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March issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Staff Writer — Tue, 10 Mar 2026 19:36:01 +0000

The March 2026 issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

- - Minto proposes 19-storey tower on Isabella Street, intends to transform ‘hostile’ pedestrian realm;
  - Boone opens new location in Vars;
  - Ottawa new home sales remain under pressure to start 2026;
  - Ottawa housing market faces “precarity mindset” and rental supply surge as industry looks to 2026 recovery;
  - 30-storey mixed-use tower proposed for St. Laurent Boulevard corridor;
  - Tomlinson wins ORBA Green Leadership and Sustainability Award for third time;
  - Smiths Falls reaches settlement with developer over Bellamy Farm development charges dispute; and
  - Kingston to purchase Lemoine Point Farm, securing 80 acres of waterfront.

Ottawa Construction News (March 2026)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

24 pages, published 3/7/2026

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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March 2026

Staff Writer — Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:24:04 +0000

March 2026

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February issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Staff Writer — Wed, 04 Feb 2026 03:18:42 +0000

The February 2026 issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

- Ottawa’s Beaverbrook neighbourhood to undergo heritage conservation study;
- Alto to launch test phase for Toronto-Quebec City high speed rail in 2029 or 2030;
- Ottawa becomes “model” for housing partnership as PM Carney’s government announces $400 million;
- NCC gives final nod to ‘Motion’ schematic design for Alexandra Bridge; sets stage for 2028 construction start;
- NCC reports progress on Lebreton Flats arena, but Senators exec warns of engineering hurdles before ‘shovels in the ground’;and
- Ottawa approves landmark zoning bylaw to boost housing density; city buys $95 million landfill site.
  
  Ottawa Construction News (February 2026)
  
  By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications
  
  24 pages, published 2/4/2026
  
  News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community
  
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January issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Staff Writer — Fri, 09 Jan 2026 03:57:54 +0000

The January 2026 issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

- Ottawa committees greenlight landmark zoning by-law to boost housing supply and cut red tape;
- Stantec to oversee Carleton Place water and wastewater plant upgrades;
- Feds prioritize Ottawa-Montreal High Speed Rail corridor; construction slated for 2029;
- Construction launches on $98. 1M Phase 1 of major rental development near Ottawa’s Experimental Farm; and
- Ottawa secures $400 million from federal housing agency to fast-track 3,000 homes;
- ‘Holding up Parliament’: Centre Block renovation shifts from big dig to structural rebuild.

Ottawa Construction News (January 2026)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

28 pages, published 1/5/2026

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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December issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Staff Writer — Sat, 06 Dec 2025 13:51:57 +0000

The December issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

- Ottawa new home sales flat in October as buyers wait for GST rebate clarity;
- Parks Canada announces $36.2 million for Rideau Canal heritage infrastructure;
- Hobin Architecture wins design contract for major OCH.affordable housing project;
- Lansdowne 2.0 construction to begin immediately as city executes contract with EBC Inc.;
- Merkley Supply leads in $1 million matching campaign for new Ottawa hospital;
- Richcraft founder’s family donates $20 million to The Ottawa Hospital;
- AI in AEC: Industry leaders map path from promise to practice at CSC Ottawa event.

Ottawa Construction News (December 2025)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

30 pages, published 12/6/2025

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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November issue published: Ottawa Construction News

OCN Staff Writer — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:52:59 +0000

The November issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

Ottawa new home sales dip in September as market uncertainty continues;
Contract awarded for Rideau Lakes roundabout;
Residential construction industry split on federal budget:
ECB Inc. to be general contractor for $418.8 million Lansdowne 2.0 redevelopment;
Ontario invests $8 million to expand Ottawa’s Alexander Community Centre;
GOHBA to host Mayor Sutcliffe for 2026 breakfast on housing;
Ottawa Construction News: Our 35th anniversary; and
CSC Ottawa Chapter to host expert panel on AI’s impact on construction and design.

Ottawa Construction News (November, 2025)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

24 pages, published 11/6/2025

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction communities

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October issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Mark Buckshon — Tue, 07 Oct 2025 00:53:01 +0000

The October issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

Ottawa’s Development Review process faster before approval, but post-approval delays soar, city audit finds;
Concept plan for 1,700 home Stittsville/Ottawa subdivision gains municipal approval;
Ottawa mayor announces ‘most ambitious housing plan to cut red tape, speed up approvals;
Supreme Court ends Ottawa’s legal fight over Kanata golf course, but community vows to continue battle;
Ottawa municipal committee sets mortgage refinancing for $133 million community housing capital repairs;
Ottawa municipal committee approves plan for $260 million St. Laurent Blvd. revitalization; and
Kingston planning major Williamsville Street renewal in 2026.

Ottawa Construction News (October 2025)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

28 pages, published 10/7/2025

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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September issue published: Ottawa Construction News

OCN Staff Writer — Sat, 06 Sep 2025 12:33:13 +0000

The September issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

Ottawa Community Housing breaks ground on 45-unit fully electric development in south end;
Ottawa new home sales remain steady despite external pressure;
Ottawa Senators, NCC finalize land sale for LeBreton Flats arena project;
OLT decision supports Kingston’s proposed Tannery development;
Cornwall council approves drainage petition in effort to move affordable housing forward;
City Council approves six-tower development near St. Laurent Station; and
Federal government provides $1.9 million for veterans’ housing in Kingston.

Ottawa Construction News (September 2025)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

24 pages, published 9/6/2025

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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August issue published: Ottawa Construction News

Mark Buckshon — Tue, 12 Aug 2025 01:53:46 +0000

The August issue of Ottawa Construction News has been published.

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Stories in the current issue include:

Nominations open for the 2025 Ottawa Heritage and Urban Design Awards;
Ontario awards $3.2 million to Kingston for surpassing housing targets;
Construction starts on $10.5 million Belleville Agricultural Society building to anchor future development on 75-acre city site;
AECL names contractor to manage Canadian Nuclear Laboratories;
Ottawa reviewing 10-year housing and homelessness plan;
Ottawa municipal committee greenlights nearly 180 new affordable homes;
Ottawa-area new home sales see 7.8% bump in June;
BBBSO raises over $6,300 at GOHBA women in construction golf tournament; and
Amazon to expand in Ottawa with new Barrhaven fulfilment centre.

Ottawa Construction News (August, 2025)

By Mark Buckshon in ontario publications

24 pages, published 8/12/2025

News and information for Ottawa’s architectural, engineering and construction community

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