News
February, 2010
Tacoma Ski Day was a success! After travelling to Horseshoe Valley Resort, the Tacoma team enjoyed speeding down the slopes with some light snowfall throughout the day. With no broken bones and a warm dinner to cap off the experience, a good time was had by all. » See some pictures from the day.
February, 2010
Construction is underway on the Georgian College Centre for Health & Wellness! Structural steel framing has begun for this 165,000 square foot addition to the Georgian College Campus in Barrie, Ontario. Check back for updates as the building progresses. » View the current development
February, 2010
Tacoma is hitting the slopes! On February 25 the Tacoma team will be taking some time to enjoy the wonderful winter weather and head to Horseshoe Valley resort, near Barrie, Ontario. Check back later to find out how the day went.November 11, 2009
Congratulations to Bodystream on receiving the Green Project Award at the Barrie Chamber of Commerce Gala event. Tacoma Engineers is proud to be part of the design team. We support the innovative thinking and the approach Bodystream has taken to implement green technologies, construction methods and energy efficiencies. To find out more click here.September 21, 2009
Prime Minister Stephen Harper was in attendance today for the Grand Opening ceremonies of the Frank Hasenfratz Centre of Excellence in Manufacturing. Tacoma Engineers was recognized as the Prime Consultant for this world class research and development facility. The 90,000 square foot building in Guelph, Ontario contains a machining area for training and demonstration purposes, a testing room, classrooms, training rooms, a 20’ high galleria for corporate functions, and a 120 seat theatre. Tacoma worked with CEO Linda Hasenfratz and Kiwi-Newton Construction to develop a building design reflecting the core values and high brand value of Linamar Corporation.Special features of the facility include a sleek aircraft-quality metallic façade, a green roof, a Living Wall, a 15’ x 60’ operable skylight, specialty wall and glazing systems to manage the various acoustic challenges of this multi-purpose facility, and a reflecting pool abutting the galleria used for building cooling.
Other guests on hand for the opening ceremonies of this leading class Centre included Canadian Industry Minister Tony Clement, Ontario Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, and Minister of Research and Innovation John Milloy, as well as several other federal and provincial elected officials, and Mayor Karen Farbridge.