Nanaimo
AECOM and Knappett Industries named in Departure Bay forcemain authorization
Contract authorizationAn RDN decision establishes the delivery team and distinguishes base authorization from a conditional expanded amount.
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Victoria
Durwest’s Village on the Green project shows the progression into building fit-out
Project & procurement recordA published appliance package identifies the construction manager and design team for the Johnson Street housing redevelopment.
Read report →Nanaimo
Houle outlines electrical and technology work at Nanaimo cancer centre
Project spotlightThe electrical contractor identifies systems ranging from fire alarms and cabling to nurse call and security.
Read report →Esquimalt
IWCD’s Esquimalt Terrace adds 135 rentals to the local construction pipeline
Contractor project spotlightThe contractor lists the 820 Esquimalt Road development as in construction, with a stated 2026 completion target.
Read report →Port Hardy
K’awat’si reports industry recognition for Tsulquate Big House
Completed project & awardThe Nation-owned contractor’s 2026 award announcement highlights a completed community project on the North Island.
Read report →North Cowichan
Kingsview childcare project names its next trade contractors
Contracts awardedNorth Cowichan’s August council report identifies mechanical, electrical, millwork, siding and landscaping awards for the 158-space centre.
Read report →Parksville / Oceanside
G+G Roofing named in Oceanside Place Arena’s 2026 roof programme
Contract award recordThe RDN released a $1.42-million roofing award, providing a documented supplier connection to the arena project.
Read report →North Cowichan
EllisDon and Parkin alliance enters final stages at Quw’utsun Valley Hospital
Construction milestoneThe Province’s latest cited milestone separates construction completion in 2026 from the planned patient opening in 2027.
Read report →Saanich
Knappett’s Saanich fire station project approaches commissioning
Construction updateSaanich reports the building at 90% complete, with civil works and site improvements continuing into the next phases.
Read report →Union Bay
Union Bay Fire Hall brings a North Island civil contractor into a community build
Construction projectThe Comox Valley Regional District identifies Knappett Industries as contractor, with completion forecast for winter 2026–27.
Read report →Source dates are shown in each story. Planned schedules and contract awards are not confirmation of current site progress or open tender opportunities.