WIA UPCOMING EVENTS
JUNE EVENT|Serving the Underserved: Housing for Underrepresented Communities
Human Studio 68 East 2nd Avenue Unit #200, VancouverWIA proudly presents a new lecture series, Serving the Underserved Hosted tri-annually, the series aims to bring underrepresented voices and perspectives to the questions architecture likes to ask but has difficulty answering through practice. Questions like “What does it take to create a safe sp ace for everyone to call home?” and “How do […]
JULY EVENT | Summer Social at Heritage Office Furnishings
Heritage Office Furnishings - Mount Pleasant 295 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin us for the Women in Architecture Summer Social at Heritage Office Furnishings! This event is perfect for networking and mingling with fellow professionals while enjoying delicious food and drinks. We will also have a guest speaker, to be announced soon. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and unwind! When: Thursday, July 25, 2024, 6:00pm-8:00pm […]
SEPTEMBER EVENT | Indigenous Perspectives: Architecture and Place
ZGF Architects Suite 350, 355 Burrard Street, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin us for an enlightening panel discussion exploring the invaluable contributions of Indigenous perspectives to the field of architecture during Design Vancouver Festival! Learn how traditional knowledge and cultural heritage can shape contemporary design practices, and network with professionals who are passionate about cultural diversity in architecture. Our distinguished speakers, including Indigenous architects and designers, […]
OCTOBER EVENT | Career Paths
Join us for our annual Career Paths event! There are many directions one can take with one's career following an architectural education. A dynamic group of women working in and around the field of architecture will each do a brief presentation of the varying paths on which architecture has taken them. Presentations to be followed […]
NOVEMBER EVENT | Site Tour: Tsleil-Waututh Administration Building
Tsleil-Waututh Administration Building 3178 Alder Court, North Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin Women in Architecture (WIA) for a unique opportunity to tour the Tsleil-Waututh Nation's Administration Building in North Vancouver. This remarkable building is not only a hub for the community’s governance and administrative functions but also a reflection of the Tsleil-Waututh Nation's values, history, and cultural heritage. Designed with a deep respect for the land […]
DECEMBER EVENT | WIA Winter Social 2024
Heritage Office Furnishings - Mount Pleasant 295 West 5th Avenue, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin us for the Women in Architecture Winter Social at Heritage Office Furnishings! This event is perfect for networking and mingling with fellow professionals while enjoying delicious food and drinks. We will also have a guest speaker, which will be announced shortly. Don't miss this opportunity to connect and unwind! When: Thursday, December 12, 2024, 5:30-7:30pm […]
JANUARY EVENT | Beyond Barriers: Designing for an Inclusive future
Join us on January 16th at 6:00 PM for an engaging online panel discussion on Inclusive Design. This event will feature a diverse lineup of speakers, each bringing unique perspectives on creating spaces that embrace accessibility, adaptability, and diversity. Our panelists include Samantha Ryan and Randi McAlpine from ABE Factors, Sarah Delaney from HCMA, Karin […]
FEBRUARY EVENT | Opportunities for the Missing Middle: BCBC Revision for Single Exit Stair Buildings
One of the latest avenues to help tackle the current housing crisis is the recently introduced 2024 BCBC revision that enables the construction of single exit stair residential buildings greater than 2 storeys. For decades the two exit stair code requirement has resulted in the ubiquitous double loaded corridor apartment design all over the country. […]
MARCH EVENT | The Power of Her: Women in Leadership Panel Discussion
Perkins + Will 1075 W Georgia St #2200, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin us Thursday, March 6th, for an empowering panel discussion featuring women in leadership across the fields of architecture and related design professions. This year, WIA is planning an event series to celebrate International Women’s Day. By showcasing design–related work from women+ in the Lower Mainland, we hope to bring inspiration to the next generation […]
MARCH EVENT | Building Bridges: Conversations with Women in Engineering
For the second event of the Architects of Change Design Series, we bring together a diverse group of engineers for an insightful and empowering online panel discussion to share their experiences, challenges, and successes in the male-dominated field of engineering. This event will feature a panel of engineers from various disciplines, each sharing their personal […]
MARCH EVENT | Serving the Underserved: QMunity and LGBTQIA+ Safe Space in Vancouver
For the third event of the Architects of Change Design Series and in celebration of International Women’s Day, we are offering a lunch-time discussion with Natalia Kwasnicki. Natalia Kwasnicki is the Interior Designer for QMunity’s new home. She is a partner at Portico Design Group, with over ten years experience in the design industry. The […]
MARCH EVENT | Women in Design Exhibition
BCIT Downtown Campus 8th Floor - 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver, BC, CanadaJoin us for an inspiring evening celebrating the talent and creativity of women in architecture and related design fields. This exhibition will showcase a diverse range of women-led and owned local businesses. From architecture firms to design studios and beyond, this event highlights the impactful contributions women are making in the built environment. Explore innovative […]
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