Construction in Atlantic Canada

Major construction projects in the energy sector will drive construction growth in the region over the next few years. [...] Both residential and The construction industry in Atlantic Canada is multi-faceted, with large engineering commercial construction achievements such as the 13-km (8-mile) long Confederation Bridge, hyper-activity in energy-related projects, highway construction, and a solid base of residential and have enjoyed sustained commercial wor k. growth with the value of Atlantic Canadian firms are supplyi [...] Interiors of Moncton, New Brunswick, which supplied all of the architectural woodwork for the Sheraton Desert Inn and Casino, and the MGM Grand Hotel in Las Vegas. [...] ChARACTERISTICS Construction activity in The construction industry is the seventh largest employer in Atlantic Canada, with over 63,000 people employed in 2005 in more than 100 occupations, including architects, Atlantic Canada is expected engineers, engineering technicians, electricians, plumbers, blasters and other certified trades. [...] Statistics Canada (2005) construction IN ATLANTIC CANADA BUSINESS COSTS The Competitive Alternatives: KPMG’s guide to international business costs, 2006 Construction costs in compared business costs in more than 100 cities in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.