Building Transformations

The nomination period for the 2026 Innovation Spotlight Awards is officially open! ✨

The Innovation Spotlight Awards recognize the standard-setting companies and professionals driving our industry forward. These awards benchmark emerging trends and highlight the rapid technological evolution taking place across Building Transformations’ top member firms.

With categories spanning Digital Transformation, Collaborative Projects, Startups, and more, now is the time to showcase your achievements!

📖 Review the official rules, guidelines, and submit your application here:
🔗 https://www.buildingtransformations.org/awards

What a great start to the 2026 East Coast Summit here in Halifax, Nova Scotia! Over these first two days, we, along with our event partners, Construction Association of Nova Scotia and buildingSmart Canada, have had the privilege of bringing together attendees from across North America and beyond for a focused, informative, and inspiring AECO event. The conversations happening here are exactly why we do this work.

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible speakers, trade show participants, tour hosts, workshop leaders, and volunteers. Your time, expertise, and enthusiasm are what make this event truly special.

We are looking forward to Day 3 and sharing more photos and insights in the days and weeks to come.

📣 Our Call for Proposals is open for the 2026 Toronto Summit: The Future of Design and Construction!

If you're doing innovative work in the built environment, we want to hear from you. Submit your proposal for a technical presentation or interactive workshop.

📅 November 4–5, 2026
📍 MaRS Discovery District, Toronto

🔗 Learn more and submit your proposal: https://www.buildingtransformations.org/posts/call-for-proposals-now-open-2026-toronto-summit

Building Transformations through... connecting like-minded people.

There's something that happens when you put the right people in the same room. Ideas click. Conversations spark. Partnerships form. That's exactly what our community is built for.

If you're an architect, engineer, contractor, owner, or technology provider that believes in the need for innovation, you belong here with us.

There's still time to join us at our East Coast Summit!
📅 Register now: https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events/halifax26

Can't make it? Check out our other upcoming events here:
https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events
BT Members get exclusive discounts!

We are thrilled to welcome Bill Bennington, Senior Manager, Integrated Construction Services at PCL Construction, to the Building Transformations 2026 Board of Directors. With nearly two decades at one of North America's largest contracting organizations, Bill brings deep expertise in operational excellence, virtual construction, and technology adoption across the full construction lifecycle. We look forward to the passion for innovation and collaborative approach he will bring to our board!

🚨 LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER!
The East Coast Industry Summit is next week, and you’ll want to be in the room for these industry-shaping conversations. You'll be in great company with the exciting lineup of speakers and participating companies already registered.

From site tours, workshops, and forums to Keynote speakers, tech showcases, and high-level networking, these three days in Halifax are packed with value.

🗓️ August 11–13, 2026 📍 Halifax Convention Centre, Nova Scotia
🎟️ Register now:
https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events/halifax26

Hosted in partnership with buildingSMART Canada and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia.

Building Transformations through... Fostering Community.

Some connections can't be made on a Zoom call. Being in the room matters: the conversations, the energy, and the relationships that turn into partnerships. That's what our community is built on.

In a couple of weeks, we're gathering the AECO industry on the East Coast, connecting innovators, sharing ideas, and shaping the future of design and construction. You won't want to miss it.

🔗 Become a member: https://www.buildingtransformations.org/membership
📅 Register for our next event: https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events

The 2026 Innovation Spotlight Awards application period is opening soon! ✨

The Innovation Spotlight Awards offer an annual opportunity to recognize the most innovative companies and professionals leading the industry forward. These awards help benchmark trends and highlight the technological evolution of Building Transformations’ top member firms.

With categories covering everything from Digital Transformation to Collaborative Projects and Startups, now is the time to start preparing your entry!

📖 Visit our website to review the guidelines and learn more about this year’s categories:
🔗 https://www.buildingtransformations.org/awards

The East Coast Industry Summit is almost here, and our lineup of participating companies continues to grow!

From site tours, workshops, and forums to Keynote speakers, innovation showcases, trade show exhibits, and networking, these three days in Halifax are packed with value.

If you haven't secured your spot yet, there’s still time. This is where the industry comes together—don't miss out!

🗓 August 11-13, 2026
📍 Halifax Convention Centre, Nova Scotia
🎟️ Register now:
https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events/halifax26

Hosted in partnership with buildingSMART Canada and the Construction Association of Nova Scotia.

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🚌 Tour Tickets are still available!

We have a coach bus loaded and ready to go for our Day 1, August 11th, Technical Tours, and we still have a few seats open. This is your chance to get up close with some of the most exciting construction innovation happening right now in Nova Scotia.

Tour stops include:
🏗️ Pomerleau — Long Term Care Facility
🪵 FBM — Live Work Grow Mass Timber Office
☀️ Saint Mary's University — Loyola Tower Solar Wall

These kinds of tour opportunities are rare. Seats are limited to 30 and filling fast. If you're already registered for the Summit, you can upgrade to a tour ticket now. If you haven't registered yet, there's never been a better reason to.

🎟️ Learn more and register: https://www.buildingtransformations.org/events/halifax26

Generously sponsored by SALUS

Questions? Contact [email protected]