17 Oct 2024

Tech Trends: Automating the City

Presented by Arcadis

While there is no crystal ball into our future, our industry does its best to innovate and adapt to the market and ever-changing dynamics. One thing is clear though – technology continues to be a disruptive force. How is the real estate industry adjusting to new trends in technology, or leveraging new practices to support city building? Hear from a panel of real estate experts as they share how they are using tools like ChatGPT, artificial intelligence and machine learning, and augmented reality – in their development projects.

24 Oct 2024

Builder Breakfast: Don’t Leave Home Without It

Presented by Force Civil Solutions

In August, Edmonton City Council gave the green light to city staff to implement the Project Implementation Plan, or PIP, to create accountability without creating additional regulations. This breakfast session will provide an overview of what you need to think about when writing your PIP. Both city and industry perspectives will be shared, and an interactive Q&A will give attendees a chance to learn everything you need to know about the PIP in your day-to-day, whether you are working on production homes or custom infill.

16 Nov 2024

25th Annual Spirit Awards, Presented by GS Construction

This annual gala event celebrates the outstanding contributions made by leaders in the real estate development industry to the built environment in the Edmonton Metropolitan Region. We will recognize and celebrate four award winners, Spirit Award, Outstanding Contribution Award, Honorary Life Membership Award, and the Emerging Leader Award.

21 Nov 2024

Housing the Nation: Development Trends, Issues, and Opportunities

Presented by ATCO

How is Edmonton doing in comparison to other major markets, with regards to policy and regulation, investment attraction, and construction? Join UDI – Edmonton Metro for a special presentation with CHBA National’s CEO, Kevin Lee, who will highlight national development and building trends – and the challenges and opportunities ahead for municipalities big and small.

28 Nov 2024

Builder Breakfast: Wall to Wall

Presented by Travelers

We know in this industry that we are up against the wall – whether that is staying current will all the new and innovative approaches on a wide variety of projects to understanding how to maximize efficiency. Join expert advisor Darrell Paul, along with Keith Jansen and Juan Monterrosa for this Builder Breakfast to zoom in on several wall cross-section assembly techniques, challenges and opportunities.

12 Dec 2024

Celebration of Industry Champions

Presented by Cameron Corporation

Let’s end the year in style, with a celebration of our industry’s best and brightest. BILD Edmonton Metro’s annual Celebration of Industry Champions honours our Volunteer of the Year, Rookie of the Year, The Julius Ekert Memorial Award recipient, and our Most Engaged Committee. We will also be highlighting members and their milestone years of service, along with all of our committee and forum chairs and vice-chairs, and our board of directors. Enjoy food stations, special holiday-themed beverages, and great company.