4th Annual Building for Sustainability Symposium!
November 25—27, 2026 at the Malcolm Hotel in Canmore
2026 Building for Sustainability Symposium
Join us for the 4th annual Building for Sustainability Symposium!
The Symposium will take place on November 25—27, 2026 at the Malcolm Hotel in Canmore, Alberta.
What to expect:
Wednesday, November 25
Kick off the Symposium with an evening of networking, connection, and conversation with industry professionals and community leaders.
Thursday, November 26
A full day of programming featuring keynote speakers, interactive workshops, and thought-provoking discussions.
Friday, November 27
Wrap up the Symposium with a morning of engaging field trips showcasing innovative and sustainable building across the Bow Valley.
Symposium Registration
Join us for the complete symposium experience, including workshops, panel discussions, networking events, shared meals, and field experiences.
Standard: $315 | Public Sector: $285
Student registration is free with approval, and team discounts are available for groups of three or more.
Who you’ll hear from
Hear from organizations and leaders bringing diverse perspectives from across the building
industry, government, research, and sustainability sectors. Confirmed organizations include:
BTRboard
Darrell Paul
Town of Canmore
Simon Bagshaw
Built Green Canada
Jenifer Christenson
Alberta Ecotrust
Joe Henke
RDH Building Science
Graham Finch
Arcadis
Stephanie Fargas & Michelle Ouellette
Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction
Dan Sandink & Keith Porter
Smith + Andersen
Regan Moffatt
Chandos Construction
Will Buchkowsky
HSS Design Build
Joe Hopkins & Raphael Spinner
Building Knowledge Canada
Mark Rosen
Alberta Forestry and Parks
Michael Coutu
SSRIA
Daniel Benner
Bow Valley Municipal Leadership
Mayor Sean Krausert, Mayor Corrie DiManno
& Reeve Lisa Rosvold
What you will take away from the 2026 Symposium
Knowledge Sharing: Participants leave with a deeper understanding of sustainable building practices, technologies, and materials.
Innovative Solutions: New ideas and innovative solutions for sustainable building challenges are discussed and developed.
Scalable Impact: Practical ideas can be adapted by communities facing similar growth, housing, and sustainability pressures.
Awareness and Advocacy: Increased awareness and advocacy for sustainable building practices among the general public and stakeholders.
Networking: Attendees build valuable connections with industry professionals, researchers, and policymakers.
Policy Influence: The conference influences local, national, or international policies related to sustainable building.
Collaboration Opportunities: Attendees connect across sectors, share perspectives, and explore practical ways to work together.
Resource Sharing: Access to resources, tools, and case studies that can be applied to real-world projects.
2026 Symposium Themes
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Innovation: bold ideas, new technologies, and forward-thinking practices
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Collaboration: aligning efforts across disciplines and sectors to move our industry forward
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Small Change, Big Impact: practical solutions delivering meaningful results now
The Venue
The Malcolm Hotel
321 Spring Creek Dr, Canmore, AB T1W 2G2
Situated in the heart of Canmore at the Malcolm hotel, our symposium take place amidst world renowned scenery in the Rocky Mountains. Stay the weekend and explore!
Hotel Booking
Please click the button below and follow the detailed steps to make a reservation using our symposium discount.
Visit the Malcolm Hotel website at malcolmhotel.ca or click HERE
Select your check in and check our dates
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Add Code ‘Group Attendee’: 2611BUIL
Click the ‘Select & Go to the Next step’ button
Select your room type
Select add room & checkout
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A confirmation email will be sent to the email address provided.
Alternatively, please call the Malcolm Hotel Front Desk at 403-812-0680 and quote discount code 2611BUIL to book your room directly. Discount based on availability.
Program Partners and Sponsors
Sponsor the 2026 Symposium
Do you want your business or organization featured at the Symposium? Contact b4s@biosphereinstitute.org and we will share more details about this great opportunity!
Learn how you can support the future of sustainable building in the Bow Valley.
2025 Event Archive
View last year’s program, session details, session archive, and photo gallery.