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We are thrilled to share this incredible time-lapse video of Centennial College's A Building which has recently been awarded the LEED Gold Certification by the CAGBC | Canada Green Building Council! 🏆 Completed last summer, this stunning building is not only Ontario's first Mass Timber Institutional building but also Canada's first Mass Timber Higher Education building. It's also designed with Zero Carbon and WELL Silver certifications, making it a true leader in sustainable design. The remarkable Indigenous design incorporated by Smoke Architecture Inc. expresses the principles of Two-Eyed Seeing. Centennial College has also taken concrete steps towards inclusivity by ensuring all Gender-Neutral washrooms are available on each floor and created a new Multi-Faith Prayer Room with separate male and female ablution rooms. We are honoured to be part of a community that values inclusivity, sustainability, and Indigenous culture. Thanks to the involvement from Gow Hastings Architects, Mantecon Partners Inc., DIALOG, and Colliers and congratulations to Centennial College for this incredible achievement!  #MassTimberBuilding #SustainableBuilding #BuildingForBetter #InclusiveDiversity 

With work on the Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project ongoing, EllisDon’s innovative virtual reality (VR) technology is enabling future hospital staff to preview the new facility and tour their future workplace years before the official opening!  Scott Hunter, VDC Area Manager for Buildings, Alberta & Civil West, spoke with CTV News Vancouver Island about assisting hospital staff to provide input on the new design, layout, but most importantly, how it can best serve the team ergonomically for when the hospital is being built. This provides teams the opportunity to optimize their spaces for improved patient care and staff experiences, save money and improve environmental sustainability by reducing the need for physical mock ups. Watch the story here: https://lnkd.in/epV7XqmD  #BuildingForBetter #ThisIsMyEllisDon #VRTechnology #NutsamaatAlliance Island Health - Vancouver Island Health Authority, Parkin Architects, BC Infrastructure Benefits Inc.

As Safety Week comes to a close, we're reflecting on the commitment to health and safety shown by our supervisors, workers and subcontractors across Canada 💙 Events throughout the week, emphasized the importance of prioritizing safety and recognized the efforts made by everyone involved to keep safety at the forefront, with support from our safety vendor partners. On May 8th, sites across the country participated in the largest safety stand down, which focused on Fall Hazard Awareness. Nadina Holca, our Mental Health Specialist, also spoke at several events, highlighting mental health as a safety priority. As we move forward, let's continue our dedication to valuing every voice and keeping safety first every day and on every site. We appreciate the commitment and hard work of everyone involved in making Safety Week a success. #SafetyWeek2024 #BuildingForBetter #ValueEveryVoice #MentalHealthAwareness 

Yesterday, May 8th we celebrated World FM Day! We want to thank our Facilities Services teams for their exceptional contributions and hard work in ensuring our clients' facilities are well-cared for. Their dedication and unwavering support have been instrumental in helping EllisDon's Facilities Services (EDFS) achieve our goal of providing exceptional service to our clients. As we continue to navigate the ever-changing landscape of Facilities Management (FM), we have no doubt with a team as strong as ours, we will overcome any obstacle and emerge stronger than before. Together, we will continue to deliver innovative solutions and exceptional services to our clients. A heartfelt thank you to all our FM employees!  #ThisIsMyEllisDon #FacilitiesManagement #WorldFMDay 

This week we’re honouring Mental Health Week during May 6 – 12, an initiative sponsored by the Canadian Mental Health Association. This year’s theme is “Healing Through Compassion”, focused on the need to expand and show our compassion and kindness to others and to ourselves.   The term ‘mental health’ refers to a state of balance between our physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual selves. Our wellbeing affects how we relate and respond to others, how we think and behave, and how resilient we are to life’s daily stressors 💙 At EllisDon, we are honouring Mental Health Week by highlighting our new microsite focused on national mental health resources catering to our employees’ specific needs. Share with us in the comments below on ways you show compassion to others and click here to learn more https://lnkd.in/gbzDbeBf #MentalHealthWeek #HealingThroughCompassion #ThisIsMyEllisDon 

We are thrilled to announce three Eastern Canada leadership appointments:    🔹Wayne Ferguson - SVP, Construction, Buildings  🔹Mike Armstrong PMP, GSC, LEED GREEN ASSOC. - VP and Area Manager for Ottawa  🔹Brad Cyr - VP and Area Manager for Quebec    “The promotion of these three leaders is a testament to the experience and dedication to our corporate values while showcasing forward-thinking, inspiring, and supportive leadership qualities,” says Max Mantha, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President, EllisDon. Congratulations to our three leaders on this career-defining moment! Read more by clicking below: https://lnkd.in/g8STxjrP #ConstructionLeaders #BuildingForBetter #LeadershipAppointments  -- Nous sommes heureux d’annoncer trois nominations à la direction de l’Est du Canada :   🔹Wayne Ferguson : vice-président sénior, Construction, Bâtiments 🔹Mike Armstrong PMP, GSC, LEED GREEN ASSOC. : vice-président et directeur régional pour Ottawa 🔹Brad Cyr : vice-président et directeur régional pour le Québec   « La promotion de ces trois dirigeants témoigne de leur expérience et dévouement envers nos valeurs d’entreprise tout en démontrant des qualités de direction visionnaires, inspirantes et encourageantes », déclare Max Mantha, chef de l’exploitation et vice-président directeur, EllisDon. Félicitations à nos trois dirigeants pour ce moment décisif de leur carrière! Pour en savoir plus, cliquez ci-dessous : https://lnkd.in/geBDWG4u #DirigeantsDeConstruction #ConstruirePourMieuxFaire #NominationEnDirection

Today, we hosted various leaders at one of our worksites, MCity, including David Piccini, Minister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills / Travail, Immigration, Formation et Compétences and Hon. Charmaine Williams , Associate Minister of Women's Social and Economic Opportunity, to support announcing the Working for Workers Act 5. This Act and Bill supports encouraging more women, youth and newcomers to enter the skilled trades industry, protecting workers from virtual harassment offsite, requiring clean and sanitary washrooms, and necessitating menstrual products on construction sites. Stephen Chaplin, SVP for Health, Safety & Environment and Jennifer Khan , B.A, CMP, VP of Inclusive Diversity were also joined by countless EllisDon employees onsite to support the introduction of the Bill today. We look forward to seeing the great initiatives implemented in our industry. #WorkingforWorkers #WomeninConstruction #BuildingForBetter

It’s Safety Week and we’re coming together to shine a spotlight on the health, safety, and wellbeing of everyone in our communities and workplaces.   This year, the Safety Week theme is “Value Every Voice,” where the focus is on driving personal ownership, encouraging ideas, and strengthening our culture. Safety isn’t a matter of luck; rather, it’s shaped by the choices we make every day. As we continue our journey towards safety excellence, let’s not forget our “Why” - whether it’s returning home to loved ones, pursuing personal goals, or simply enjoying life to the fullest. Hear from EllisDon employees from across the country on why safety is important to them! #SafetyWeek2024 #BuildingForBetter #ValueEveryVoice 

On April 25, Jennifer Khan , B.A, CMP, VP of Inclusive Diversity, participated in a panel with Jennifer Green from Skills Ontario; Natasha Braganza from Maple Reinders and Meg Mathes from Modern Niagara Group, discussing some of the barriers that women face in the construction industry during the Women in Construction Gala held by the Ontario General Contractors Association (OGCA), in partnership with the CAWIC - Canadian Association of Women in Construction. “The obvious answer to ensure women are included is to invite them to the discussions. I also believe sponsorship is important and having someone to "vouch" for you can be helpful. But here’s the catch, some of these aspects may be out of your control. Regardless of where you are in your career, here are three things you can do: Assume positive intent, ask for what you want, and find an ally.” Thank you to the OGCA and the CAWC for hosting this thought-provoking event for women in construction. #WomenInConstruction #WomenInLeadership 

On National Skilled Trades Day, we want to celebrate the importance of skilled trades in the construction industry! 🦺    At EllisDon, we're proud to invest in the next generation of skilled trade workers through our partnership with the York Region District School Board and the S.T.E.A.R Program (Skilled Trades Exploration and Readiness Program).     This semester, we have two high school students on site, rotating through various trades every two weeks. The program provides students with career exploration in skilled trades and the construction industry, allowing them to gain first-hand experience from professionals and earn high school credits for the semester.     We recognize the importance of investing in the next generation of skilled trade workers and opening doors at a young age to inspire the pursuit of a career in the construction industry. Let's continue to celebrate and support the contributions of skilled trade workers everywhere.    Click below to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gYqa632c  #NationalSkilledTradesDay #STEARProgram #ThisIsMyEllisDon