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Please check back in August for information on upcoming sessions and learning opportunities.
Industry News
AWMAC NAB Announces Design Professional Membership Category
The AWMAC Northern Alberta Chapter is pleased to share that we have introduced an updated Design Professional membership category, now offered free of charge! AWMAC warmly invite architects, interior designers, and design firms throughout Northern Alberta to participate.
This initiative has been developed to strengthen collaboration and engagement between the design community and the architectural woodwork industry, while providing greater access to AWMAC resources and communications.
Participating design firms may choose to have their firm listed on the AWMAC website, providing additional visibility within the architectural woodwork and construction community. In addition, design professionals who opt in will be added to both the AWMAC National and Northern Alberta Chapter communications distribution lists to receive updates on industry initiatives, educational opportunities, technical resources, and important announcements.
AWMAC is pleased to confirm that submissions for the AWMAC Awards of Excellence will now be open to all design firms. To ensure your firm receives notification when submissions open and to be included in future communications, please email northernalberta@awmac.com requesting to be added to our communications list. Only firms that respond will be included in these distribution lists.
There is no cost to participate. Simply reply with your firm name, contact information, and indicate if you would also like your firm included on the AWMAC website.
AWMAC looks forward to connecting with and supporting the design community as valued partners in our industry.
Opportunity: AWMAC GIS Inspector – Northern Alberta Chapter
The AWMAC Northern Alberta Chapter is currently seeking a qualified candidate to serve as an AWMAC Certified GIS Inspector.
This position plays an important role within the Guarantee & Inspection Service (GIS) Program, supporting the consistent application of AWMAC Standards across architectural woodwork projects throughout our region.
We are reaching out to our membership and colleagues across AWMAC to help identify individuals who may be well suited to this role. The position is best suited to experienced industry professionals who are interested in contributing to quality assurance within the industry in a flexible, project-based capacity.
The full job posting is attached for your review and distribution.
If you are aware of any individuals who may be a strong fit, we would appreciate you sharing this opportunity within your network.
Should you have any questions or wish to discuss the role further, please feel free to contact Amanda Hill directly: northernalberta@awmac.com.
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Industry Events
Alberta Infrastructure
Contract Modernization Vendor Orientation Session
Alberta Infrastructure’s Contract Modernization Vendor Orientation Session, is to be held June 18, 2026, from 2:00-3:00PM. The session is intended to support industry stakeholder awareness of Infrastructure’s modernized suite of construction and procurement contracts. During the session we will walk through an overview presentation and provide time for questions.
For awareness, the session will be recorded and uploaded to Alberta.ca and Alberta Purchasing Connection following the session within two weeks to allow those who are not able to attend an opportunity to hear about our new suite of modernized contracts.
Members can register using the button below, or visit the Alberta Purchasing Connections site.
Alberta Infrastructure
Ministers Infrastructure Awards Program
The 2026 Minister’s Infrastructure Awards program has officially launched, and nominations are now open.
The MIA program is led by Alberta Infrastructure and is a key component of the annual Infrastructure Partners Conference scheduled on November 5, 2026. The awards recognize outstanding achievement in the delivery of publicly funded infrastructure projects, including learning, health, and government facilities, with a focus on excellence, collaboration, and long-term public value.
The program includes three award categories:
· Urban Excellence;
· Rural Excellence; and
· Outstanding Business Achievement.
The top-scoring project across all three categories will receive the Overall Infrastructure Excellence Award—and is intended to showcase best practices and excellence across Alberta’s infrastructure sector.
Nominations are now open and will close on July 31, 2026.
BUILDEX Alberta
October 21-22, 2026
BMO Centre at Stampede Park, Calgary
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Taking place at the BMO Centre at Stampede Park in Calgary on October 21-22, 2026, BUILDEX Alberta returns as the premier event for professionals who design, build and manage industrial, commercial, institutional and residential real estate. As the largest annual gathering of building and construction professionals in Alberta, BUILDEX is the dynamic epicenter where industry visionaries and innovators unite to explore exciting possibilities, share groundbreaking insights, and discover the brilliant future ahead across our thriving province.
Learn more and register for a free Trade Show Pass using promo code: CAAEXPO
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