Industry News
təməsew̓txʷ centre wins Prix Versailles Special Prize
The recently completed facility in New Westminster is the third Canadian project to earn recognition since the prize was established in 2015.
New regional park coming to South Langley
Metro Vancouver is creating a new regional park in south Langley, which will connect green spaces and grow the park system.
Ocean discovery hub targets net-zero in Pender Harbour
The Pender Harbour Ocean Discovery Station will be a place where science, art and Indigenous knowledge intersect.
Calgary celebrates urban design winners
City of Calgary celebrated urban design professionals at the 10th edition of the Mayor’s Urban Design Awards (MUDA).
Sound installations may reduce noise pollution, study finds
Researchers at McGill University found that temporary sound installations in public spaces may help reduce noise pollution in areas of high urban density.
Sally Mills honoured with IDC Legacy Award
Sally Mills, a principal in Kasian's Vancouver studio, has been honoured with the esteemed Legacy Award for Distinguished Service by IDC.
təməsew̓txʷ Centre achieves RHF Accessibility Gold
The City of New Westminster announced that təməsew̓txʷ Aquatic and Community Centre has achieved a RHF Accessibility Certified Gold rating.
IDC celebrates winners of 2024 VODA awards
Interior Designers of Canada (IDC) held its annual awards celebration, honouring winners of the Value of Design Awards.
Vancouver approves False Creek park design
Vancouver has approved designs for the first phase of East Park, a new waterfront destination park on False Creek in Vancouver’s Olympic Village.
Ryder, 3XN GXN selected for UBC student housing
Ryder Architecture, in partnership with 3XN GXN, will provide architectural services for the UBC's Lower Mall Precinct Phase One project.
Winners celebrated at MASI Design Awards
The Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan Interior (MASI) Design Awards were held on Oct. 23, 2024 at the BMO Centre Calgary.
Acton Ostry Architects expands leadership team
Acton Ostry Architects (AOA) in Vancouver announced the appointment of an expanded leadership team with new principals and associates.
Canadian Wood Council reveals project winners
The Canadian Wood Council announced the winning projects of the 40th annual Wood Design & Building Awards program.
Canadian LEED Fellow contingent grows to 13
Alexandre Bouchard, a partner and principal of the Saguenay office with Martin Roy et Associés, has been named to the 2024 cohort of LEED Fellows.
ZEIC survey shows climate policy support
A ZEIC survey shows construction stakeholder support for current municipal and provincial climate regulations.
Vancouver updates heritage register through reconciliation
Vancouver is improving its heritage register to better reflect reconciliation and various cultures.
CAGBC launches new carbon reduction program
The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) has created a new program for building professionals to learn more about approaches to decarbonizing buildings.