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New Affordable Rental Housing Units for Seniors In Toronto

The official opening of 237 new affordable rental housing units for seniors living on low income and persons with disabilities was held today in Toronto. The project received more than $28.4 million in funding from the federal and provincial governments. The construction of this project created more than 592 jobs in Toronto.

3 Nov 2012

Energi to Discuss New Financing Tools for Multifamily Retrofits at Greenbuild 2012

Energi, a leading developer and underwriter of insurance products, announced today that it will present at the Greenbuild International Conference & Expo 2012, the world’s largest conference and expo dedicated to green building taking place in San Francisco from November 14 to 16, 2012. Angela Ferrante, Director of Alternative Energy Solutions at Energi, will participate in the “Testing Innovative Financing Tools for Multifamily Retrofits” panel on Thursday, November 15 at the Moscone Center.

2 Nov 2012

Iconic St. Louis Building Opens as Affordable Metropolitan Artist Lofts

Originally built in 1908, the Metropolitan Building is located in the heart of the artistic Grand Center Arts District in St. Louis, Missouri. This historical gem stood vacant and unoccupied for years, but with renovations now complete it is once again a gathering place for creative talent.

2 Nov 2012

Mondo to Exhibit Harmoni and Idea Rubber Flooring at Healthcare Design 2012

Mondo, a global leader in the contract and sports flooring markets, at Healthcare Design Conference 2012 (Booth 143) will be showcasing its Idea and Harmoni rubber flooring. The conference is Nov. 2 to Nov. 6 at the Phoenix Convention Center.

2 Nov 2012

Emory Conference Center Hotel Announces Completion of IACC Meeting Facility Renovation

Emory Conference Center Hotel, Atlanta's first LEED-Silver Certified sustainable Conference Center Hotel, announced the completion of the renovation of its International Association of Conference Centers (IACC) meeting facility.

2 Nov 2012

FlexHousing Helps Design Flexible and Versatile Homes

As you go through life, your housing needs will change. A bachelor apartment is fine for your first home away from home but as you get established, you tend to need more space. Whether you are single, have a growing family, are an "empty nester" or looking for a way to care for aging relatives, most people require different household spaces, amenities and functionality to meet changing needs over time.

2 Nov 2012

MileStone Community Builders Announces Opening of Phase II at Riverside Villas

MileStone Community Builders, LLC, announced today the opening of Phase II at Riverside Villas, a distinctly Downtown Austin home community, conveniently located on East Riverside Drive with easy access to I-35 and just minutes away from the University of Texas and top downtown employers. Phase I of Riverside Villas opened in March 2012 and inventory has been in high demand due to the resurgence in the area as well as the community’s remarkable value and excellent Downtown Austin location.

1 Nov 2012

Calloway REIT, SmartCentres Form JV to Develop Mixed-Use Project

Calloway Real Estate Investment Trust (Calloway) today announced a 50/50 joint venture with SmartCentres to develop a vast tract of land (53 acres) within the Vaughan Metropolitan Centre (VMC). The Calloway VMC lands are strategically located adjacent to the terminus of the Spadina-York subway station in Vaughan and will be home to almost 6 million square feet of commercial, residential and retail development. Construction of the first building will begin in 2013.

1 Nov 2012

Evolucia Parking Luminairies Save Energy at Appalachian State and De Paul University

One university is located in booming, busy downtown Chicago, while the other is nestled in North Carolina's peaceful Blue Ridge Mountains. From all appearances, these two schools could not be more different. However, besides offering excellent educational opportunities for their students, both Appalachian State and De Paul University have embarked on a number of sustainability initiatives. And, Evolucia, Inc. (OTCBB & OTCQB: ILED) LED (light emitting diode) parking and garage lighting have been playing a part in reducing energy consumption at both institutions of higher learning.

1 Nov 2012

Poarch Creek Restarts Construction on Wetumpka Property

The Poarch Band of Creek Indians has resumed its development plans for a hotel and casino on land it owns in Wetumpka, Alabama. This decision comes after suspending construction of the project in a show of good faith so ...

1 Nov 2012

SCS Global Services Partners with TUV Rheinland Hong Kong for Indoor Air Quality Testing

SCS Global Services has announced a new partnership with TUV Rheinland's Hong Kong laboratory, which will allow the companies to conduct rapid indoor air quality testing for manufacturers in Asia. SCS offers indoor air quality certification for furniture, flooring, paints and coatings, adhesives, sealants, insulation, wall coverings, carpet, furnishings and more through its FloorScore®, Indoor Advantage™ and Indoor Advantage™ Gold programs.

1 Nov 2012

Four East Sussex Councils Jointly Award Environmental Services Contract to Kier

Four East Sussex councils have jointly awarded a ten-year contract to deliver waste and recycling collections, street cleansing and beach cleaning to Kier.

1 Nov 2012

AmeriBid Announces Multi-Property Real Estate Auction of Properties in Ohio

AmeriBid LLC, announces the multi-property real estate auction of thirteen commercial and residential properties in Dayton, Beavercreek and Kettering, Ohio. The auction will take place on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, at 12:00pm local time at the Wyndham Garden Dayton South, located at 31 Prestige Plaza Drive in Miamisburg, according to Tim Lile, Regional Vice President and Auctioneer.

30 Oct 2012

360 VOX Enters Agreement to Acquire Group of Real Estate Businesses in Canada

360 VOX Corporation - 360 VOX Corporation is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to acquire a group of real estate businesses in Canada known as Sotheby's International Realty Canada, Sotheby's International Realty Quebec, and Blueprint Global Marketing.

30 Oct 2012

The Limited Launches 3950-Square-Foot Store in San Diego's Fashion Valley Mall

National fashion retailer The Limited, a heritage brand for the modern, working woman, wraps its year-long California expansion with the launch of a new, 3,950-square-foot store in San Diego's Fashion Valley mall, 7007 Friars Road at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, November 2. The Limited's CEO Linda Heasley will be on hand to kick off the weekend's grand opening events.

30 Oct 2012