By Patrick Flannery Donald Trump gets inaugurated on Monday and has promised to impose 25-percent tariffs on all foreign goods entering the United States. It’s created a firestorm of concern across the country and for good reason. Should the tariffs actually be...
The total value of building permits issued in Canada decreased by $399.1 million (-3.1%) to $12.6 billion in October. This comes on the heels of a strong September, during which construction intentions rose by $1.3 billion to the second-highest level in the series....
CAN/CGSB 12.1 Safety glazing and CAN/CGSB 12.8 Insulating glass units are available for public review. Drafts of the updated standards are available on request by emailing ncr.cgsb-ongc@tpsgc-pwgsc.gc.ca. Proposed changes to the standards include: CAN/CGSB 12.1 Safety...
Energy efficiency is crucial for reducing energy bills and our carbon footprint. This article discusses the upcoming national energy code changes in 2025 and their impact on your home, comfort, energy bills, and the entire replacement windows industry. Upcoming 2025...
Ontario launching new 12-year rebate program The Ontario government has announced the new Home Renovation Savings Program. It will launch on Jan. 28 and offer rebates of up to 30 percent for home energy efficiency renovations and improvements, including new windows,...
Efficiency Canada’s Response to the 2024 Fall Economic Statement Last month, the federal government released the Fall Economic Statement, which not only outlines broad investments to strengthen social programs and spur economic growth, but also boosts the Canada...
