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RAIC Report Discover the Future of Architecture at the 2025 RAIC Conferenceoin us at the 2025 RAIC Conference on Architecture, taking place from June 1 to 4, 2025 at the Hotel Bonaventure in vibrant Montréal, QC. This premier event, hosted by the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), is set to be an unmissable gathering for professionals across the architectural and design community in Canada.
This year’s conference promises a rich program filled with high-quality learning opportunities, including interactive content, innovative ideas, and engaging discussions.
With over 55 educational sessions covering key themes such as Climate Justice and Resilience, Sustainability, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Social Justice, Indigenous-Led Architecture and Design, attendees will gain invaluable insights and practical applications to advance their careers and contribute to a more livable and sustainable built environment. Additionally, don’t miss the exclusive architectural tours showcasing Montréal’s iconic and innovative buildings.
The RAIC Conference is renowned for drawing industry leaders from all realms of the design and architecture community. Whether you’re an emerging talent or a seasoned professional, this event offers a unique platform to network, share knowledge, and explore the latest trends and technologies in architecture.
Registration is open till May 16, 2025, with a limited number of passes still available. Secure your spot early to ensure you don’t miss out on this transformative experience. For more information and to register, visit raic.org/conference.
Mark your calendars and join us in Montréal for an inspiring and impactful event that will shape the future of architecture.
Superior Propane first to market renewable propane in CanadaSuperior Propane has announced a partnership with the City of Chilliwack to shift from traditional propane to renewable propane. Superior made the first renewable propane delivery to the City of Chilliwack in September 2024, marking the first step in the City’s transition to replace gradually its conventional propane supply with a renewable propane alternative for its fleet. As a ‘drop-in’ replacement fuel, renewable propane requires no infrastructure changes, allowing Superior Propane to leverage its existing delivery network. The initiative is part of Superior Propane’s broader vision for expanding the availability of low-carbon, renewable propane in the Canadian market.
Innotech Windows + Doors publishes Environment Product Declarations and Health Product Declarations for its core productsLangley, BC-based Innotech Windows + Doors, North America’s largest exclusive manufacturer of German engineered fenestration systems, has published Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Health Product Declarations (HPDs) for its core products including the Defender 76TS Window System, Defender 76TS Door System, Defender 88PH+ Window System and Defender 88PH+ Door System.
The publication of the EPDs and HPDs was completed based on a comprehensive cradle to grave Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) completed by Vertima and audited by the Athena Sustainable Materials Institute. The LCA is compliant with the ISO 14040 and 14044 standards, EN 15804+A2 and ISO 21930, ISO 14025 and International PCR for construction products version 1.11 and C-PCR-007 for windows and doors version 2020-04-09.
This global EPD aligns with the European standard EN 15804:2012+A2:2019 and the global standard ISO 21930:2017.
The new product transparency disclosures are available to download from the Sustainable Minds Transparency Catalog™, transparencycatalog.com/company/innotech-windows-doors. Information: jessica.owen@innotech-windows.com
Visit SABMag’s Directory of Sustainable Products and Services for Sustainable, High-Performance Building where products are organized by Product Category and by LEED Category. Examples of featured listings include:
CFP Woods/Cayaki Charred Wood CAYAKI specializes in interior & exterior charred siding. Raw material is sourced and made in Canada utilizing Red & White Cedar which are two widely renowned wood species for their rot-proof, as well as insect and weather-resistant properties. CAYAKI is a market leader in knowing how to properly char and apply a wide range of eye-catching colours and textures. cfpwoods.com
Daikin Applied – Daikin Applied leads the way in sustainable HVAC innovation. Applying low-GWP refrigerants and the latest in heat pump technology, our cutting-edge systems deliver exceptional energy efficiency, reduced operating costs, and a lighter environmental footprint for commercial and industrial buildings. daikin applied.com
Duxton Windows – The Future is FIBERGLASS: Super low U-values; Tough frames; Beautiful aesthetics; and Passive House Applications. duxton windows.com
Make Way Environmental Technologies – GRAF: Stormwater, Rainwater cost effective solutions to site management. Distributed in Eastern Canada by Make Way Environmental Technologies. makeway.ca
Thames Valley Brick & Tile – A trusted source for Clay Face Brick, Thin Brick and Paving Brick, including LEED qualifying products, that meet the challenges of the Canadian architectural and designer marketplace. thamesvalleybrick.com
Arriscraft – Using only natural materials, Arriscraft has operated for 75 years, manufacturing superior stone that delivers the aesthetic and performance qualities of quarried stone. Arriscraft offers full-bed stone, thin-clad solutions and brick products, plus natural limestone quarried in Ontario. arriscraft.com
CBC Metals and Processing/ Zinc – Muntz Metal, Architectural Bronze, Silicon Bronze, Coppers, Brasses, Aluminum; Stainless Steels; Coloured Stainless Sheet and Anodized Aluminum; CBC EZ Metal (matte finish Stainless for Roofing & Cladding); Technical service available in English et en Français. cbcmetals.ca
Engineered Assemblies – Innovative building envelope solutions for architects and owners across North America. EA imports and supplies world-class lightweight façade materials and substructure assemblies including our patented, Canadian-made TcLip™. Experts in rear-ventilated rainscreen (RVRS), EA provides design assistance with the SYSTEM2-v2 Design Guide available for download on our website. engineeredassemblies.com
The Langley Concrete Group/Filterra – The Langley Concrete Group of Companies is the largest independent precast operation in Western Canada. Product lines dedicated to Stormwater Treatment include Oil Interceptors, Stormceptors, Jellyfish Filters, and Filterra. langleyconcretegroup.com
Wishbone Site Furnishings – A recognized leader in the development and manufacture of municipal grade outdoor furniture. Using recycled plastics and metals, Wishbone products speak innovation through design that is aesthetically pleasing and functional. wishboneltd.com
475 High Performance Building Supply – A trusted source for building envelope knowledge and materials: Pro Clima airsealing, Gutex wood fiber board insulation, Lamilux skylights, Brink heat recovery ventilation, and more. Plus, download free Smart Enclosure guides today! ca.475.supply
ACO Systems – Increasingly extreme weather must be counteracted by more complex and sophisticated drainage concepts. ACO achieves this with intelligent system solutions which have a dual purpose: protecting people from water, and water from people. Every ACO product safely controls the water as it passes along the chain to ensure that it can be ecologically and economically reused in a viable way. acocan.ca
Airfoam Industries – Airfoam Industries is a proud North American manufacturer of high-performance building envelope products. With insulation solutions for residential, commercial, and industrial applications, build your LEED building with Airfoam. airfoam.com
Molok® Deep Collection™ system – An award-winning semi-underground waste containment system. Twenty years in North America and emptied by crane, Molok® containers are space saving, efficient and odour free. molok.com
Roth North America – Premier TANK. Premier WARRANTY. Premier SYSTEM. Roth North America provides water cisterns, rainwater harvesting tanks, septic tanks, and more, consisting of an inner layer of FDA approved virgin HDPE, two inside layers of PE for improved stability, plus one outer layer of black and UV-stabilized PE. Low profile, 100% watertight, and Lifetime corrosion protection. roth-america.com
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