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Muddled messaging does SNC-Lavalin’s brand no favours: experts
The Montreal-based firm faces ongoing fraud and corruption charges linked to alleged dealings with the Moammar Gadhafi regime in Libya.
Alberta NDP’s Notley promises $1.4B to expand network of roads for heavy loads
Re-elected NDP government would work to increase the network to cover 10,000 kilometres over the next six years.
Italy to join China’s Belt and Road initiative over US worry
Italy’s signature would be considered a major legitimation of the project that envisions overland and maritime routes connecting China with Europe.
Never cited job losses in push for remediation: SNC-Lavalin CEO
If convicted and barred from bidding on federal contracts, workers would end up working for foreign rivals.
B.C. building code adjusted upwards to allow 12 storey wood buildings
A mass timber building is one where the primary load-bearing structure is made of either solid or engineered wood.

As climate changes, the way we build homes must change too
In many western industrialized countries, only about 40 per cent of disaster damages are insured.
PMO tried to persuade Wilson-Raybould, not intimidate her: Butts
Gerald Butts testified before the House of Commons justice committee Wednesday.
Scheer calls on Trudeau to resign, Singh for inquiry over SNC-Lavalin affair
“Justin Trudeau simply cannot continue to govern this country now that Canadians know what he has done,” Scheer said.
PMO ordered review that spawned measures that could help SNC Lavalin: memo
Trudeau’s staff directed Public Service and Procurement Canada to consult in 2017 on both its overall integrity regime and the possibility of introducing formal alternatives to prosecuting financial crimes.
Calgary cement plant worker dies following accident
Lehigh Hanson Canada said in a statement the worker was struck by a concrete block.
Former SNC Lavalin executive wants fraud and bribery case thrown out over delays
Stephane Roy’s lawyers argued in Quebec court Wednesday that Crown prosecutors haven’t done enough to limit delays as the case approaches the 60-month mark.

Trudeau denies report his office pressured attorney general to help SNC Lavalin [UPDATED]
Construction giant allegedly paid millions of dollars in bribes to get government business in Libya.
Foxconn factory jobs touted by Trump will not come to pass
Global market that existed when the $10 billion project was announced in 2017 has shifted.

Two Canadian engineering giants are headed in starkly different directions
One is dialling back its expectations, the other growing by leaps and bounds.
Saudi Arabia showcases US$53B in deals at conference
The Kingdom wants to build new airports and sea ports, metro lines and railways.