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DHI Canadian Codes FAQ
Jul 19, 2022 | Social Media Posts to ShareDHI is proud of the fact that our industry has protected the public from the devastating consequences of improperly installed doors and doorways.
BoC Hikes Benchmark Rate by 100 BP!
Jul 13, 2022 | Economic News and ForecastsThe Bank of Canada (BoC) today raised its benchmark rate by a full 100 basis points (bp), taking it to 2.50%. An increase of 75 bp has been expected ever since the US Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee implemented a 75 bp increase in its overnight rate in June...
DHI Recognized for Exceptional Value
Jul 12, 2022 | Social Media Posts to ShareThe DHI brand is recognized throughout the industry for the exceptional value it provides...
In Memory of Tracey Leigh Rutherford
Jul 4, 2022 | General NewsIt is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the loss of Tracey Leigh Rutherford of Kitchener, Ontario. Tracey passed away in her home on April 18, 2022 at 64, at the time of her choosing, surrounded by her family.
April GDP and May Forecast Released by Statistics Canada, and it's About as Expected
Jun 30, 2022 | Economic News and ForecastsStatistics Canada today released April GDP, showing a 0.3% growth over March's figures. This is slightly higher than the 0.2% forecast (see below). In investment in non-residential construction, all sectors showed growth...
Don't Take Chances - Hire a Professional
Jun 28, 2022 | Social Media Posts to ShareThe Door and Hardware Institute and its accredited members know from years of witnessing disastrous events that codes, standards, and disability laws are effective when they underpin the design of door openings.
Featured Partners Portal
Jun 7, 2022 | Social Media Posts to ShareAre you a manufacturer of Door and Hardware related products and would like to introduce them DHI Canada members? Look no further, set up your profile in the new DHI FEATURED PARTNERS PORTAL.
Surprise! Or not - BoC Hikes Benchmark Rate Another 50 BP
Jun 1, 2022 | Economic News and ForecastsAs expected, the Bank of Canada (BoC) increased its benchmark rate another 50 basis points to 1.5%. The announcement of the rate hike was accompanied by a very hawkish statement, affirming that the Bank's position is “interest rates will need to rise further.”
Q1 GDP, March GDP and Flash Forecast for April Reported by StatsCan
May 31, 2022 | Economic News and ForecastsStatistics Canada reported that Q1 2022 GDP came in at an annualized rate of 3.1% - substantially lower than the 5.7% indicated last month (see article below) due to a drop in international export volumes. Business investment in non-residential structures was up 2.9% compared to Q4 2021...
DHI Member Certified Professionals
May 31, 2022 | Social Media Posts to ShareDHI members are experts in all aspects of door safety and security for the built environment. Their training takes years to master and it culminates in very rigorous exams that lead to industry respected and recognized credentials.