FREE TO ATTEND SESSIONS AT BUILDEX ALBERTA

Wednesday, October 22
11:30am – 12:30pm

The property management industry in Alberta is currently facing a significant demographic shift, with a large percentage of experienced professionals nearing retirement. This session explores the widening knowledge gap, the lack of defined career pathways, and how academic institutions and industry associations are stepping in to help bridge it. Attendees will hear how work-integrated learning, mentorship, and cross-sector engagement are shaping the next generation of property professionals.

Wednesday, October 22
2:30pm – 3:30pm

Alberta’s regulatory environment and affordability focus often push decarbonization and sustainability to the sidelines. This year’s Engineering keynote tackles how industry leaders can reframe sustainability as a core element of quality and future viability. The panelists will explore case studies, financing pathways, and policy adaptations that are moving sustainability into the mainstream of Alberta’s challenging market.

Thursday, October 23
10:00am- 11:00am

This keynote panel will explore the future of accessibility and universal design in architecture, focusing on how and, importantly, why the industry is moving beyond building code compliance to create inclusive spaces that benefit everyone. A panel of experts will challenge conventional approaches by demonstrating how universal design principles can become a catalyst for architectural innovation, leading to spaces that are not only more inclusive but also more sophisticated, sustainable, and marketable.

Thursday, October 23
11:30am- 12:30pm

Interior design has emerged as a crucial determinant of human health and wellbeing. From material selection to spatial configuration, every design decision has the potential to impact occupant health outcomes. This session explores evidence-based interior design strategies that transform spaces into catalysts for wellness, exploring how thoughtful design choices can create environments that actively promote physical health, mental wellbeing, and social connection across diverse user groups.

Wednesday, October 22
2:15pm- 2:45pm

Sponsor: Vectorworks

Discover what Vectorworks Architect can do for your design process and your architectural projects. Join the speaker as they go from initial hand sketch to drawing, modelling, and rendering in a fully integrated BIM workflow – all within Vectorworks. Whether you are an architect or designer who is looking for a flexible, design-oriented solution or you are an existing Vectorworks user who wants to take your practice further, this seminar is for you.

Wednesday, October 22
2:45pm - 3:15pm

Sponsor: NBS

The presentation will offer an overview of the current state of specification technology in Canada before discussing how and when specifications could or should be integrated with a BIM model in Vectorworks or Autodesk Revit. Ultimately, the information and process presented will improve the quality of contract specifications produced and reduce risk by helping to create a digital twin of the project.

Wednesday, October 22
3:30pm- 4:30pm

Sponsor: SSRIA

Join the Smart Sustainable Resilient Infrastructure Association (SSRIA) for an engaging showcase highlighting cutting-edge technologies and processes driving Alberta’s transition to a zero-carbon built environment. This session connects AEC professionals, building owners, and innovators with companies developing solutions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in building construction and operations. Attendees will explore scalable, energy-efficient technologies through dynamic pitches, discover opportunities for collaboration, and gain insights into sustainable practices shaping the future of Alberta’s building landscape. Don’t miss this chance to network with industry leaders and learn how to integrate low-carbon innovations into your projects.