Welcome FALL 2014 Table of Contents This issue takes us from coast to coast – with a focus on economic development (and the Economic Develop- ers Association of Canada), and on the nitty-gritty chal- lenges presented by third-party verification services, that are driving some contractors and sub-trades to dis- traction. You can learn about effective networking, and proj- ects ranging from the new B.C. Burn Centre, the Fort McMurray Airport project in Alberta, and Niagara Fall's bus maintainance facility. The topics here are intentionally diverse, yet focused. The goal: To give you a sense and appreciation of archi- tectural, engineering and construction challenges throughout the country. You'll also find some possible leads for upcoming work through the McGraw-Hill Dodge listings. We're always interested in hearing from you if you know about a company, project or issue worthy of cov- erage. Please also feel free to share the news about your association or community service initiatives. You can reach me at buckshon@cadcr.com, or by phoning (888) 432-3555 ext 224. Third party verification services stress contractors, suppliers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Looking forward to 2015 – a business overview . . . . . . 9 Business development: The networking mistake that causes distrust. Are you making it? . . . . . . . . . . . 10 News briefs from across Canada . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 NOW AVAILABLE: PDF PAGE-FLIPPING TECHNOLOGY JUST LIKE THE DOCUMENT YOU ARE READING NOW... SEE THE ONLINE VERSION FOR A SAMPLE. Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Yorkton, Saskatchewan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Saskatoon, Saskatchewan – New Police Services building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Edmonton, Alberta – Mill Woods Library . . . . . . . . . . 25 City of Brampton, Ontario – Global perspectives, local business input . . . . . . . . . 28 Burlington, Ontario – Focus on neighbourhoods . . . . 30 North Battleford, Saskatchewan – investment, services and location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Ft. McMurray's new airport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 B.C. Burn Fund Centre helps burn, trauma victims . . . 38 Magazine and Newsletter Design Online or Print – Big or Small It can always be simple www.memoproductions.ca 819-827-3802 Niagara Falls bus maintenance facility . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Hotels directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 McGraw-Hill Dodge project listings, opportunities . . 42 info@memoproductions.com The Canadian Design and Construction Report — Fall 2014 – 3