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Yamila Bertoniere
Women Who Build

Crafting Excellence in Louisiana

A respected leader in New Orleans construction, Yamila Bertoniere focuses on quality, inclusivity and the long-term legacy of the trades.
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Tanja Kern
Tanja Kern
March 4, 2026
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A respected leader in New Orleans construction, Yamila Bertoniere focuses on quality, inclusivity and the long-term legacy of the trades.


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Skilled Trades

Lowe’s Foundation Commits $10M to Skilled Trades Training

Grants to 15 nonprofits expand pre-apprenticeships, credentials and employer connections as demand grows for construction and skilled trades workers nationwide.
W&C Staff
March 4, 2026
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The Lowe’s Foundation is investing $10 million in nonprofits nationwide to expand hands-on training, credentials and career pathways for workers entering high-demand skilled trades.


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Skills Ontario Urges Province to Sustain Investment in Skilled Trades Ahead of 2026 Budget

As Ontario faces economic uncertainty and growing labor shortages, Skills Ontario is calling on the provincial government to maintain and expand investments in skilled trades and technology education ahead of the 2026 Economic Budget.
January 29, 2026
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As Ontario faces economic uncertainty and growing labor shortages, Skills Ontario is calling on the provincial government to maintain and expand investments in skilled trades and technology education ahead of the 2026 Economic Budget.


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Construction Climate

2026 Construction Forecast

Modest growth prospects for 2026 collide with deepening labor shortages, forcing contractors to prioritize efficiency and workforce strategy.
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John Wyatt
January 9, 2026
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The U.S. construction industry is poised for modest growth in 2026, but entrenched labor shortages, tightening workforce demands, and shifting economic pressures will shape opportunities—and challenges—for contractors across all sectors.
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Publisher's Post with Jill Bloom

Finding Purpose in Uncertain Times

In times of uncertainty, the construction industry, such as the people who power it, can transform fear into purpose, innovation, and strength.
Jill Bloom is the Group Publisher of Building Enclosure, Roofing Contractor, and Walls & Ceilings.
Jill Bloom
December 29, 2025
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In times of uncertainty, the construction industry, such as the people who power it, can transform fear into purpose, innovation, and strength.
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