OAA Issues Call for 2025 Conference and Webinar Presenters

The Ontario Association of Architects (OAA) is calling on speakers who can contribute to discussions for in-classroom lectures and in-the-field experiential learning at the 2025 conference, as well as for online learning opportunities in the new year.

The upcoming 2025 conference will be held at the Hotel Westin Ottawa, from May 14 to 16, 2025, and will focus on the architecture profession’s role in Reshaping Communities.

The event aims to explore how places guide people’s behaviour, and how an evolving built environment can respond and reflect societal changes. The conference will also explore urban revitalization, adaptive reuse, inclusive design, Reconciliation, the intersection of the built and natural environments, and the profession’s ability to respond to new challenges and opportunities.

The Continuing Education Program highlights the association’s dedication to promoting and increasing the knowledge, skill, and proficiency of its members. As a result, the OAA is seeking out Ontario architects as well as other experts and thought leaders outside the profession to propose ideas for lectures and online learning initiatives.

From legal, code, or practice issues to project case studies, to putting a spotlight on advancements or best practices with design tools or building materials, this is an opportunity for speakers to share their expertise. All topics relevant to the architecture profession are welcome, including legal issues, project case studies, urban revitalization, inclusive design, and advancements in design tools.

The OAA’s weekly Continuing Education Webinar Series explores various topics related to architecture, such as subjects dealing with climate action and equity, diversity, and inclusion. This fall, there will also be sessions related to subjects like Ontario’s new Building Code, mass timber, and embodied carbon.

Those who are interested may fill out the OAA‘s online form to submit proposals by October 18 for the conference, and by September 30 for webinars.

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