The S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena project is nearing completion. The ice plant has been commissioned and is ready for turnover. The Gymnasium and walking track flooring installation has commenced and final finishes for millwork, display cases and lobby work are all well underway. Plumbing and lighting is on-going and FF&E items will be installed within the next couple of
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As the COVID-19 virus spread into our communities in March, we took steps to protect the health and safety of our staff and their families, our clients, consultants and the community. We implemented a working from home policy to normal operations to allow us to continue to provide the same high level of service. We
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The new HSC Women’s Hospital is the largest capital health project in the history of Manitoba – at 388,500 sq.ft., the new, state-of-the-art was designed based on best practices for enhanced patient care, efficient workflow and enhanced technology. The interiors were designed relative to the northern climate and the indigenous population who visit the hospital. Parkin Principal, Lynne
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The Waterloo Memorial Recreation Complex (WMRC) expansion is underway. On May 1, 2020, the provincial government revised its guidelines regarding municipal construction projects; the WMRC project proceeded as planned. The status of construction activities is as follows: Site Work Concrete work for new bicycle parking areas on the north and west sides of the site has been completed. New passenger
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In March 2020, an innovative group came together to design custom mobile testing units to help control the pandemic and restart the economy. The Citizen Care Pod is featured in a prominent newsletter published by Shimmerman Penn LLP ( Spark Newsletter ). This publication includes articles and references of how companies are dealing with COVID-19 and government programs.
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Construction of the patient-care tower at Royal Inland Hospital amidst the COVID-19 pandemic is progressing. The building envelope wall sheathing, window framing and soffit sheathing at the north and east sections of the tower is nearing completion. Inside, the metal framing for interior partitions along with steel door frame installation is almost finished for the
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The New Corner Brook Acute Care Hospital in Newfoundland is well under construction. The team of Parkin and B+H Architects will reach 50% Contract Documents at the end of July. Contract Documents issued for construction will reach 100% at the end of November. Recent user group meetings were virtual due to the current pandemic. Last final
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