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Nick G., Senior Vice President of EllisDon Community Builders, spoke at the at the 2024 Affordable Housing, Supply Chain Expo & Skilled Trades Summit Canada at the University of Toronto, Scarborough (UTSC)! This event brought together attendees to explore affordable housing options, discuss supply chain needs, and modular off-site construction. Joined by 50 other guest speakers to address innovative solution to the housing challenges, he elaborated on solving Canada's housing crisis and that it requires more than just a singular design or construction solution. He referenced thoughts on it requiring considering different delivery models to achieve the scale of building our supply gap demands. We're thrilled to have had Nicholas represent EllisDon, and we look forward to continuing the dialogue on affordable housing and sustainable building practices.  Learn more https://lnkd.in/gBNPQezW #AffordableHousingSummit #ModularConstruction #HousingInfrastructure 

EllisDon’s Data & Digital Engineering division is excited to announce new Technology Ecosystem Strategic Partners to our growing list of preferred technology suppliers - StruxHub and Touchplan! This marks the next step in EllisDon's larger technology strategy, led by our Data & Digital Division, deploying over two decades of experience in self-performed software development, data management, and technology implementation from within the construction industry. "As we navigate a paradigm shift in the construction industry, partnerships like these enable EllisDon's Data & Digital Engineering team to build a unique tech ecosystem designed to support our project teams and clients while providing them with best-in-class tools and solutions," said Hammad Chaudhry, Vice President of Innovation and Construction Technology at EllisDon. Working with StruxHub and Touchplan will assist us meet the evolving needs of our construction teams, and we're thrilled to learn from each other and work together to transform construction from an analog, artisanal industry to a digitized, highly automated one. Learn more https://lnkd.in/gKKbEQef #TechnologyPartners #BuildingForTheFuture 

Great news! We are proud to announce the groundbreaking of the FirstOntario Centre in Hamilton, Ontario, marking the start of a $280 million renovation project to transform the facility into a state-of-the-art venue! ⚒️ “At EllisDon, we prioritize becoming actively involved in helping our communities thrive. Partaking in the development of the FirstOntario Centre project to build a best-in-class premier music, sports and entertainment destination for southwestern Ontario and beyond.” - Randy Reymer, Senior Vice President & Area Manager, Southwestern Ontario, EllisDon. The renovated arena will have premium amenities such as seating, clubs, lounges, and suites, enhanced acoustics and advanced self-serve technologies. Back-of-house upgrades will include artist lounges, upgraded production facilities, and improved telecommunications infrastructure and security systems. We look forward to seeing the completed project – visit our website to learn more https://lnkd.in/g79a_Zzy #FirstOntarioCentreRenovation #HamiltonRevitalization #BuildingForBetter Oak View Group

We are thrilled to share that our Senior Director of Digital Project Delivery, Patrick Lalonde, and EllisDon's Data & Digital Engineering (DDE) team took the stage at GeoIgnite conference in Ottawa last week! GeoIgnite, a premier annual conference focusing on Geomatics for Climate Resiliency, Geospatial Leadership, and Artificial Intelligence (GEOAI), brought together government officials, industry leaders, and tech innovators to tackle pressing topics in the industry. Patrick and our DDE team’s presentation centred on the pivotal role of drones in construction, showcasing how these aerial wonders are revolutionizing project management from planning to execution. With 30 active drones and 50 certified pilots nationwide, EllisDon is at the forefront of leveraging this technology to drive efficiency, safety, and data-driven decision-making in the construction sector. To learn more visit: https://lnkd.in/eDzj4fS3 #GeoIgnite2024 #DronesInConstruction #DigitalTransformation #GeospatialLeadership

We're thrilled to announce our new collaboration between EllisDon's Infrastructure Services & Technology (IST) Division and J2 Innovations - a Siemens Company - a leading platform provider for smart buildings, smart equipment, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Through this collaboration, we will utilize J2 Innovations' FIN Framework, known for its flexibility and efficiency, to enhance our digital twin application, EKO, which creates a virtual living replica of a building by seamlessly integrating all facility data points to optimize the built environment and enhance the end user’s experience. “This partnership will leverage the strengths of both companies by exploring new opportunities, strengthening product offerings, and providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the market," says Robert Barnes, Senior Vice President, Energy & Digital Services.   Our IST Division will use the FIN Framework to create and customize our new OEM product suite for EKO, providing cutting-edge solutions to meet the evolving needs of the market. Through this collaboration with J2 Innovations, we're excited to drive industry-wide change and lead the transition towards a net zero future.    To learn more, visit EllisDon’s website: https://lnkd.in/en9EgM-Z #ThisIsMyEllisDon #J2Innovations #DigitalTwin #SmartBuildings 

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. Beautiful work done by DIALOG for the design of Centennial College's A Building, we're eager to share the special parts such as the incredible Indigenous design credited to 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., 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