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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.