News
2021
Modern Niagara converts AMPED Sports Lab and Ice Complex into a Zero Carbon Building (ZCB)
Modern Niagara has converted AMPED Sports Lab and Ice Complex into the first Zero Carbon Building™ – Performance Standard certified arena, achieved in December 2020 through the Canada Green Building Council®’s Zero Carbon Building™ Program. Modern Niagara is a national mechanical and electrical, building services, and integrated building technology contractor that delivers to its clients a broad spectrum of service offerings, including data-driven energy solutions for retrofits and new construction alike.
2020
Modern Niagara recognized among Canada’s safest employers
In a virtual award ceremony hosted on October 22nd, Modern Niagara was awarded the Excellence Award for Best Health & Safety Culture and the Excellence Award for Safest Construction Employer from the Canadian Occupational Safety Magazine.
2019
Modern Niagara among Canada’s Top Employers for 2020
Modern Niagara has been named among Canada's Top 100 Employers for the second consecutive year.
Modern Niagara recognized as one of Canada’s safest employers
Modern Niagara is recognized for its safety excellence through a number of prestigious awards.
Modern Niagara holds second annual Community Day
Modern Niagara volunteers came together for the company’s second annual Community Day, a day where staff dedicate their time and effort to support local charities.
Modern Niagara tackles disruption in construction industry
Despite strong growth, the construction industry is a laggard in technological and digital innovation. Modern Niagara is determined to change that.
Modern Niagara and CowaterSogema partner on case competition featuring Jordan SEED project
Modern Niagara and CowaterSogema jointly organized a case competition for the students of the Schulich School of Engineering of the University of Calgary from 1st to 3rd February 2019.
2018
Modern Niagara among Canada’s Top Employers
Modern Niagara has been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, announced by Mediacorp Canada Inc.
Jasper Park Lodge year 5 commences
Our work continues on the multi-year renovations at Jasper Park Lodge in Alberta.
Royal Columbian Hospital phase 1 underway
Our team in B.C. is at work on Phase 1 of the Royal Columbian Hospital project, which includes a renovation and new build.
Contractor of choice for cannabis facilities
Modern Niagara has three cannabis production facility projects underway.
Above-ground work commences at CUP
Our team in Toronto is ramping up mechanical installation work at the Central Utility Plant (CUP).
New heating system for STEM
Just 12 months after receiving the contract, we achieved an operational heating system for the 300,000 sq.ft. University of Ottawa Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) building.
Modern Niagara participates in first-of-its-kind project at Michael Garron Hospital
We are thrilled to be working with Class 1 Inc. and Ellis Don to provide the first on-site oxygen generation system for a major acute care facility in North America. The project is happening at Michael Garron Hospital in Toronto.
Highlights from Modern Niagara’s 2018 town hall
Click to play highlights from our 2018 Town Hall!
AHUs ahead of schedule at Stoney Bus Barn in Calgary
Over the winter, our sheet metal team battled ice and wind to land 12 large air handling units (AHUs) onto the roof of the Stoney Bus Barn in Calgary.
Safety Week 2018
This year, the theme of Safety Week is "the power of safe choices". At Modern Niagara, workplace safety is a CULTURE - which means everyone plays a part, every hour of every day.
Modern Niagara provides ongoing support for the Abby Award
Modern Niagara will provide financial support to cover administration costs of the Abby Award over a 10-year period.
Occupancy achieved at University of Ottawa Heart Institute
The University of Ottawa Heart Institute project has achieved occupancy thanks in part to contributions by Modern Niagara's piping, electrical, and architectural cladding teams in Ottawa.
Co-Gen Power in Calgary
Our Calgary team is very proud to be part of the ongoing co-gen power initiatives underway in that city, thanks to the Calgary Co-Op.
Steps for Life: Walking for families of workplace tragedy
On Sunday, April 29, we'll participate in Steps for Life - Walking for Families of Workplace.
Napanee gas plant
Our Electrical division continues work on the Napanee Gas Plant.
Sick Kids pharmacy renovation underway
Our team in Toronto is at work on a renovation of the largest pharmacy at the Hospital for Sick Kids.
New chiller system at Carleton University complete
The new chiller system at Carleton University Mackenzie building is a wrap!
Daily Commercial News: Leadership and courage key to building strong safety culture: panelists
Modern Niagara's VP Employee Health & Safety, Erin Oliver, is featured in an article summarizing a panel session that she participated in earlier this month.
Yorkville Village project reaches completion
The renovation of Yorkville Village (formerly Hazleton Lanes) in Toronto reached substantial completion in December 2017.
Landsdowne Border Crossing complete
Our team in Ottawa has completed work on the Lansdowne (Thousand Islands Bridge) Border Crossing.
Boyle Healthcare Centre upgrade underway
We're pleased to work with Binder Construction on mechanical upgrades to the Boyle Healthcare Centre in Alberta.
Builtworlds features Modern Niagara on Technology With a Purpose
Builtworlds today features Modern Niagara in a story about the integration of technology into its business.
Modern Niagara prime contractor on Sanitary Lift Station upgrade in Calgary
We're proud to be a continuing part of Calgary's growing infrastructure works.
Mechanical work at Ontario Veterinary College underway
Our mechanical team is at work on infrastructure renewal at the Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph campus.
Modern Niagara hosts case competition at York University
Modern Niagara hosted a case competition at York University - Lassonde School of Engineering, in Toronto. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony on March 6.
More work at Algonquin College Carling Campus
We've been contracted to upgrade more than 50 washrooms at this college campus in Ottawa.
Office fit-ups underway
In Ottawa, our team has been selected to fit-up two corporate office.
Modern Niagara at work on two hospitals projects in BC
Our team in British Columbia has recently begun work on two hospital upgrades.
Design-build sheet metal project for Stoney Plains Transit Facility
In Alberta, our sheet metal team is working on the new Stoney Plains Transit Facility.
Work begins on new Molson Coors facility in Chilliwack
Modern Niagara's team in British Columbia has begun work on the underground component of the new Molson Coors brewery in Chilliwack.
Refuse-derived fuel dryer project showcases sheet metal capabilities in Edmonton
Our sheet metal team in Edmonton is fabricating and installing a 72'-diameter refuse-derived fuel dryer.