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SAPL UCalgary

UCalgary launches new Bachelor of Design

The School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape (SAPL) at the University of Calgary has launched a new Bachelor of Design in City Innovation (BDCI) degree.
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Canadian facilities earn top architecture prize

Six Canadian sports and leisure facility projects were honoured with a 2023 IOC IPC IAKS Architecture Prize in Cologne, Germany.
Glenbow Museum

Maya Lin to design Glenbow rooftop terrace

Internationally recognized artist Maya Lin as been chosen to design the rooftop terrace at Glenbow Museum.
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MASI Design Awards winners revealed

The Manitoba, Alberta, Saskatchewan Interior (MASI) Design Awards were held on Oct. 12, 2023. Ten projects earned Gold Awards.
Diwan

Diwan pavilion earns international awards

The Diwan at the University of Alberta Botanic Garden, a year-round pavilion and event space, has won two international awards for its design.
rick hansen

New round of funding to improve accessibility

Qualifying recipients can receive up to $3 million to subsidize construction, renovation or retrofit projects that make way for more people with disabilities in community spaces and workplaces.
Ontario seeks input on accessibility standards

Buildings without barriers on 2024 agenda

Organizations with real estate portfolios are encouraged to obtain RHFAC ratings for their properties and become eligible for accolades through the 2024 Buildings Without Barriers Challenge.
CIB

CAGBC launches free low carbon training

The Canada Green Building Council (CAGBC) is launching a free Low Carbon Training Program in partnership with industry associations.
Great Gulf

Great Gulf unveils newest active house in Ontario

An active house that sets new standards for indoor comfort, energy efficiency and sustainable building practices was recently on display in Bradford, Ontario.
haskayne

Haskayne Legacy Park opens in Calgary

Haskayne Legacy Park, Calgary’s first regional park in more than 10 years, celebrated its official opening.
Indigenous

Indigenous design guides Winnipeg’s largest infill development

Winnipeg's largest and most sustainable infill development started taking shape this week.
Raymond Moriyama

Remembering architect Raymond Moriyama

Renowned Canadian architect and Royal Architectural Institute (RAIC) Fellow, Raymond Moriyama passed away at 93.
Vancouver art gallery

New Vancouver Art Gallery breaks ground

The Vancouver Art Galley held a special Ground Awakening Ceremony to mark the start of construction for its new home in downtown Vancouver.
Hangar

Downsview Framework Plan awarded Toronto Urban Design Award

Central to the plan is a vision for low-carbon, inclusive, equitable and sustainable mixed-use neighbourhoods that honour the site's aerospace legacy.
Nanaimo CEDIA

Nanaimo company earns top CEDIA Award

Intuitiv and Wenner have been recognized with the coveted CEDIA Award for Best Integrated Home - Ultra Luxury Project.
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First zero carbon office tower opens in Vancouver

The Stack in Vancouver, a landmark project by Oxford Properties, is the first high-rise commercial tower in North America built to zero carbon standards. 
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First zero-carbon firehall in Canada opens

Vancouver’s Firehall 17 is Canada’s first ever zero-carbon facility of its kind and is now on track to achieve Passive House certification.