Exciting Upcoming Events in Alberta's Design and Sustainability Scene

Mark Your Calendars: Exciting Upcoming Events in Alberta's Design and Sustainability Scene

As the summer months approach, Alberta is gearing up to host a series of captivating events that showcase the region's talent in design, sustainability, and education. From festivals to conferences, these upcoming events promise to inspire, educate, and bring together like-minded individuals to drive positive change.

First up, Design Week Calgary (August 7-9, 2025) is a festival that puts the spotlight on the exceptional talent within Calgary's design community. This three-day extravaganza will celebrate the city's creative spirit, featuring innovative designs, interactive installations, and engaging conversations.

Later in the year, the 2025 ASVA Conference (October 16-17, 2025) will take center stage in Edmonton, marking the 67th Annual Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Association of Summer Villages. This esteemed event will focus on advocacy for Alberta's 51 Summer Villages, providing a vital platform for knowledge sharing and collaboration.

November is shaping up to be an exciting month, with two events that highlight the importance of sustainability in education and building practices. The "Leading Educational Awareness of Housing Sustainability Challenges" event (November 3, 2025) at the Hunter Hub Collision Space in Calgary will bring together K-12 and post-secondary students, educators, researchers, and industry experts to share ideas and explore potential solutions to housing sustainability issues.

Following closely, the Building for Sustainability Symposium (November 6-7, 2025) will take place at The Malcolm Hotel in Canmore, aiming to establish the Bow Valley as a leader in sustainable building practices. This annual event provides a collaborative platform for sharing innovative ideas and best practices, driving positive change in the built environment.

For those interested in staying updated on these events and registering for attendance, please visit https://www.aref.ab.ca/news/2025-industry-events for more information. These upcoming events promise to be engaging, informative, and inspiring, so mark your calendars and join the conversation!