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Your BUILDEX Alberta 2025 Experience: Architecture Edition
BUILDEX Alberta 2025 takes place October 22-23 at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park, bringing together over 2,300 industry professionals, 135+ exhibitors, and 100+ expert speakers for Alberta’s largest design, construction, and real estate conference and expo.
Explore Architecture at BUILDEX
Here's a preview of what your day at BUILDEX Alberta could look like as an architecture professional.
Morning Activities
Registration & Welcome
Start your day by picking up your badge and enjoying educational sessions with fellow architecture professionals.
9:00am – Education Sessions
Choose from over 60 accredited conference sessions throughout the day tailored to Architecture professionals:
Wednesday, October 22
W200 – Transforming Heritage: Renovation Strategies for Energy Efficient Buildings
9:00am – 10:00am (Room 212)
W700 – Biophilic Design: Integrating Nature Into Modern Architecture and Interior Design
9:00am – 10:00am (Room 213)
Thursday, October 23
T300 – Building Lighter, Living Better: Mass Timber, Life Cycle Assessment, and the Future of Design
9:00am – 10:00am (Room 205)
T700 – Designing for Neurodiversity: Creating Inclusive Environments for All
9:00am – 10:00am (Room 203)
Architecture Keynote
Join industry thought leaders as they discuss the latest trends and innovations shaping Alberta's architecture industry.
TM100 – The Future of Architecture: Universal Design as a Catalyst for Innovation
10:00am – 11:00am (BUILDEX Main Stage, Booth 743)
Midday Exploration
Wednesday & Thursday
11:45am – 12:45pm – Speed Networking
Back by popular demand! The built environment's version of speed dating. Join a memorable fast-paced event that introduces you to a wide range of design, construction and real estate industry professionals in a short and efficient format. Learn more
12:45pm – Lunch & Networking Continued
Take advantage of one of the numerous networking events and show features happening throughout the conference & expo. Remember, if you’re an All-Access Pass holder, you can enjoy complimentary lunch with your $20 lunch voucher while exploring.
Exhibit Hall Exploration
Visit some of the 135+ cutting-edge exhibitors relevant to Architecture professionals:
- Booth #337: Alberta Wood Works!
- Booth #403: Conceal IT
- Booth #409: Delcan Products Ltd.
- Booth #616: Nanjing Chemlead New Material Co.
- Booth #510: SONOpan
Afternoon Activities
1:00pm – Educational Sessions Continued
Choose from multiple tracks and conference sessions tailored to Architecture professionals.
Wednesday, October 22
W702 – Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for Sustainable Interiors
1:00pm – 2:00pm (Room 203)
W303 – High-Performance Facades for Human and Environmental Health
2:30pm – 3:30pm (Room 205)
Thursday, October 23
T702 – The Future Workplace
1:00pm – 2:00pm (Room 203)
T703 – Strategic Concept Development: Human-Centered Design in the Age of AI
2:30pm – 3:30pm (Room 203)
Show Features & Networking Continued
Attend one of our show features showcasing the latest industry equipment and technologies or choose from our scheduled networking events.
Evening Wrap-up
4:30pm – BUILDEX Industry Networking Reception
On Wednesday, enjoy complimentary drinks and live entertainment while forging valuable professional connections with professionals from all sectors of the built environment. Head to the Central Bar between 4:30pm and 6:00pm.
6:00pm – Show Floor Close
Our show floor closes at 6:00pm, but the action doesn’t stop there. Check out our 3rd party event partners to continue the conversation outside the BMO Centre.
Show Features for Architects
AI @ TECHCENTRIC
The TECHCENTRIC Stage introduces innovative AI content to BUILDEX Alberta. Explore practical AI implementation strategies from successful contractors, learn how to integrate AI into your AEC practice, and discover cutting-edge sustainable building technologies. This knowledge-packed stage delivers insights for implementing AI and sustainable solutions that drive real business results.
Dates and times:
Wednesday, October 22nd | 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday, October 23rd | 9:30am – 3:00pm
ENBIX Demo Zone
Check out the ENBIX Demo Zone where they will be showcasing their high-performance wall assembly solutions from the ENBIX Wall Library, the Volta parametric energy modeling tool as well as other tools and resources that support energy efficiency measures in Alberta.
Dates and times:
Wednesday, October 22 | 9:30am – 4:30pm
Thursday, October 23 | 9:30am – 3:00pm
ENBIX Content Stream
Introducing educational content from Alberta Ecotrust Foundation's Emissions-Neutral Buildings Information Exchange (ENBIX). This stream explores deep energy retrofits, sustainable school design, and high-performance facades. Discover the SunRise Building revitalization, mass timber applications, Alberta Ecotrust's Volta modeling tool, and how carbon-smart material choices are transforming sustainable building design.
Dates and times:
Wednesday, October 22 | 10:30am – 3:30pm
Thursday, October 23 | 9:00am – 2:00pm
Workforce Solutions Centre
The Workforce Solutions Centre, sponsored by Calgary Construction Association has been created in response to the workforce crisis in Western Canada, providing a center point for the exchange of information, connections and solutions concerning work and labour at BUILDEX. Visit the show to discover how CCA, Alberta Construction Association, CAREERS, Centre for Newcomers, MCG Careers, Momentum Calgary and The Educational Partnership Foundation are moving the needle on labour and workforce challenges.
Dates and times:
Wednesday, October 22 | 9:30am – 6:00pm
Thursday, October 23 | 9:30am – 3:00pm
Networking for Architects
BUILDEX Industry Networking Reception
Enjoy complimentary drinks and live entertainment while forging valuable professional connections with professionals from all sectors of the built environment. Head to the Central Bar between 4:30pm and 6:00pm on Wednesday.
Date and time:
Wednesday, October 22
4:30pm – 6:00pm
Speed Networking
Back by popular demand! The built environment's version of speed dating. Join a memorable fast-paced event that introduces you to a wide range of design, construction and real estate industry professionals in a short and efficient format.
Date and time:
Wednesday, October 22, 11:45am – 12:45pm
Thursday, October 23, 11:45am – 12:45pm
Networking Mixers
Attendees will network, exchange ideas, and explore collaborative opportunities while building valuable professional relationships in our thoughtfully curated environment designed specifically for your field. Click "learn more" to explore our all-new networking mixers and how they are broken out by profession.
Get More Out of Your BUILDEX Experience
Earn CEUs: Many sessions are accredited by AAA, IDCEC, and BOMI Learn more
Explore the Live Show Floor Map: Discover innovations from 135+ trailblazing exhibitors View show floor map
Free to Attend Content: Extended programming and free to attend educational sessions, product demonstrations and Keynote discussions on the BUILDEX Tradeshow Floor and Conference Level. Learn more
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