The increase was largely due to growth of 7.0 percent in the non-residential sector, while the value of permits issued in the residential sector dropped 0.1 percent.

The money will go to support the Climate Resilient Built Environment initiative and the Standards to Support Resilience in Infrastructure Program.

Montreal's McGill University is determined to spark creative collisions with the New Vic, a research and learning centre where diverse experts will jointly tackle sustainability challenges.

Version three of the ZCB-Design Standard prioritizes reductions in carbon emissions and embodied carbon, and encourages energy-efficient design.

Winners of this year’s Elizabeth Witmer Small Business Health and Safety Leadership Awards will receive up to $10,000.