Toronto architects mark their buildings

Photo © Paul French
Photo courtesy Diamond and Schmitt Architects

Building designers will have their names displayed on their structures throughout Toronto, following a new policy by Toronto City Council.

A new policy has been adopted by the City of Toronto to give credit to building designers.

New PCD online class starts next month

CSC is once again offering an online version of its Principles of Construction Documentation (PCD) course, with classes set to begin September 12.

CSC Hamilton/Niagara shines light on PV power

On Thursday, September 15, the Hamilton/Niagara Chapter of CSC will be hosting a luncheon seminar on photovoltaics (PVs).

Charity golf near Hamilton

The Hamilton/Niagara Chapter of CSC and the Greater Hamilton-Burlington Society of Architects are holding a charity golf tournament next month, with all proceeds going to St. Matthew's House to help those living in poverty.

Canadian project steels first place in student competition

A Montréal project won first place in the "Open" category in the 2010-2011 Steel Design Student Competition by the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) and the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC).

Faster communication for the Ontario construction industry

Reed Construction Data (RCD) and several local construction associations (LCAs) in Ontario have formed a strategic alliance to enhance the communication between construction owners, bidders, and design professionals.

December deadline for HVAC conference abstracts

After events in Russia, Greenland, and Iceland, next year's International HVAC Cold Climate Conference will be held in Calgary. For those looking to present, the deadline to submit abstracts about innovations in cold climate HVAC design is due December 1.

Early bird registration extended for CONSTRUCT

Those looking to take advantage of the early bird registration for this year's CONSTRUCT have another week to make plans to attend one of the continent's biggest commercial building events. Until August 25, special pricing is in effect, with education packages discounted and free admission to the exhibit hall.