B.C. building goes for the challenge

Trying to earn the first Living Building Challenge certification in Canada, Burnaby, B.C.'s UniverCity Childcare Centre will be naturally ventilated and contain triple-glazed fenestration.

Burnaby, B.C.'s UniverCity Childcare Centre is aiming to be the first Canadian project to meet the Living Building Challenge—a certification program that defines sustainability in the built environment.

CSC Hamilton/Niagara: Automatic doors discussion

On Thursday, May 17, the CSC Hamilton/Niagara Chapter is sponsoring a luncheon discussion on specifying automatic pedestrian entrances.

Metal roofing research reaches final stage

A landmark North American study evaluating metal roof and wall assembly performance is entering its final phase.

ISO introduces new standard for the built environment

A new international standard will help ensure interior spaces have optimal light and energy performance.

Architecture Canada gives top honours

Architecture Canada has chosen this year's winners for emerging and experienced architects.

Subarctic research centre awarded for excellence

A research centre in subarctic Manitoba has been honoured for showing high-performance buildings can operate in particularly harsh conditions.