2026 Building for Sustainability Symposium

Join us for the 4th annual Building for Sustainability Symposium!

The Symposium will take place on November 25, 26 & 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. Stay tuned for this year’s themes and speaker lineup.

Friday, November 27
Wrap up the Symposium with a morning of engaging field trips showcasing innovative and sustainable building across the Bow Valley.

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Symposium Registration

Registration for the 2026 Building for Sustainability Symposium will open soon.

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What you will take away from the 2026 Symposium

This event positions the Bow Valley as a leader in sustainable building by fostering a collaborative environment where innovative ideas and best practices are shared. Imagine transforming the region into a model for sustainable development, inspiring other communities to follow suit!

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.

Action Plans: Concrete action plans and commitments are made to implement sustainable practices in future projects.

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: Partnerships and collaborations are formed to advance sustainability goals.

Resource Sharing: Access to resources, tools, and case studies that can be applied to real-world projects.

2026 Symposium Themes

Collaborative approaches to creating resilient, low-emission buildings
Maximizing incentives and leveraging supports for green builds and renovations
Building cost effective, durable, comfortable, climate-ready structures
Strategies, technologies, and materials that minimize carbon footprint
Design sustainable neighborhoods and buildings
How to move beyond the current building standards and codes

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!

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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
Click book now
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.

Book Your Discounted Room

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.