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John Bleasby

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Freelance Journalist at Self Employed
📍 Coldwater, Ontario, Canada

John Bleasby is a seasoned freelance columnist for the Daily Commercial News and Journal of Commerce, authoring the columns “Inside Innovation” and “Climate & Construction. ” He focuses on the future of materials and processes in construction, while also providing deep dives into industrial, commercial, and institutional development across Texas, drawing on a journalism career spanning decades and continents.

Outside of his focus on construction, John has a long-standing passion for competitive sailing, having started his career as a columnist for boating and yachting magazines in both Australia and Canada. He also co-founded and edited an online newsletter dedicated to covering the live theatre scene in Ontario, showcasing his interest in the arts.

John began his journalism career covering competitive sailing in Sydney, Australia, leading up to the 1976 Montreal Olympics.

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Experience
23 Years
Current Role
Freelance Journalist
Location
Coldwater, Ontario, Canada
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Construction Innovation
Writes the weekly column “Inside Innovation, ” covering topics like autonomous robotics, AI adoption, and new building processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs on construction sites.
Sustainable Construction
Through his “Climate & Construction” column and articles, he explores sustainable materials like green steel and the challenges of decarbonizing the construction industry.
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1-2015
Freelance Journalist
Self Employed
11-2010 - 4-2014
Co-founder & Editor
The Green Room
1-1973 - 3-1982
Freelance Columnist & Media Sales
Self Employed
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