CVL Engineers

06/19/2026

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06/19/2026

The Government of Ontario is investing more than $10.7 million to build and upgrade bridges and culverts across the northern winter roads network.

These seasonal roads provide critical access for remote and First Nations communities, supporting the transportation of goods, equipment, and essential services during winter months when routes are accessible.

The funding will be used to improve water-crossing infrastructure, including the construction of new bridges and the rehabilitation of existing culverts. These upgrades are intended to enhance reliability, extend usability periods, and improve safety along the network.

Winter road systems are highly dependent on environmental conditions, and infrastructure improvements can help reduce disruptions caused by changing weather patterns and shorter operating seasons.

The investment highlights the role of civil and geotechnical considerations in remote infrastructure, where terrain, hydrology, and climate conditions directly influence design and long-term performance.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4vZ3qGz

06/18/2026

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06/18/2026

On June 17, 1958, two spans of Vancouver’s Second Narrows Bridge (the crossing now known as the Ironworkers Memorial Second Narrows Crossing) collapsed during construction and fell into Burrard Inlet. Seventy-nine workers were on the structure at the time and fell more than 30 metres. Nineteen people died and others were seriously injured, making it one of British Columbia’s most significant workplace disasters.

The collapse triggered rescue and recovery operations on the water and led to formal investigations into what happened and how major bridge construction sites manage temporary works, load paths, and worker protection.

06/17/2026

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06/17/2026

CVL Engineers completed a residential structural review in St. Albert. The scope involved confirming whether the existing floor joists could accommodate additional assembly loading related to the ceiling condition.

Following the review, CVL provided a stamped engineering letter to document the findings and support the required approval process. This helped provide clear confirmation for safety, structural adequacy, and compliance with applicable residential construction requirements.

06/16/2026

Beaver construction theft has become a major issue recently.

06/16/2026

Two aging bridges over the Kicking Horse River in Golden are being replaced due to identified issues with foundations, structural elements, and concrete abutments. The replacements are being planned with updated design criteria that reflect current standards and site conditions.

The new bridge structures are being developed with a focus on climate resilience, accounting for factors such as changing hydrological patterns and increased weather variability. Project scope includes addressing existing deficiencies while improving long-term performance under anticipated environmental loads.

The bridges form part of the local transportation network and support regional connectivity. Construction and design efforts are being coordinated to maintain access while advancing replacement of the existing infrastructure.

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06/16/2026

B.C. is changing course on the $4.15B Fraser River Tunnel Project after ending its commercial agreement with the Cross Fraser Partnership.

Instead of moving ahead under one major contract, the province plans to retender the remaining work through multiple smaller bidding packages. The goal is to increase competition, open the door for more local and Canadian contractors, and seek better value for taxpayers.

The project will replace the aging George Massey Tunnel with a new eight-lane immersed-tube tunnel. While the main contract is being restructured, early works are still moving ahead, with utility relocations, site prep, temporary infrastructure, and roughly 200 workers active on site.

Major construction is still expected to begin in 2027.

Read more: https://readsitenews.com/b-c-terminates-4b-contract-with-fraser-river-tunnel-builder/

06/15/2026