Canada's construction and housing sectors are at a critical juncture, facing persistent challenges in affordability, sustainability, and efficiency. Toronto, for instance, grapples with a significant housing crisis, with a waitlist of over 81,000 households for affordable homes. This urgent need has spurred a national push for innovative solutions. Provincial and federal governments are increasing investments in strategic initiatives, such as Quebec's Prefabricated Housing Initiative, to accelerate the delivery of new homes. This momentum highlights a collective shift towards modern construction methodologies to address the severe shortage and growing affordability concerns across the country.
At the forefront of this transformation are two key solutions: modular and mass timber construction. Modular construction, supported by federal investments like FedDev Ontario’s $4 million investment into Assembly Corp., is proving to be a highly effective and efficient way to build homes faster and more affordably. Simultaneously, Canada is emerging as a global leader in mass timber, with a market projected to reach over $1.2 billion by 2030. Projects like the mixed-use development at River District in Vancouver exemplify how mass timber, with its sustainable and prefabrication-friendly properties, is being leveraged to create high-quality, eco-friendly housing.
A unifying element across these modern construction methods is the increasing adoption of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC). While VDC adoption in Canada lags behind global leaders, it is gaining significant traction, particularly in large-scale P3s and federally funded projects. By 2028, Canada’s VDC-driven construction sector is expected to surpass $20 billion, fueled by technologies like AI-powered generative design and real-time data integration. The benefits are clear: a 2025 survey found that over 75% of professionals reported improved project coordination and risk mitigation with VDC, while contractors using 4D/5D simulations saw significant cost and schedule savings.
This combined conference, brings together industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to explore the synergies between these vital topics. Attendees will gain firsthand insights into how to leverage the latest techniques and technologies in modular and mass timber construction, all while utilizing the power of VDC to streamline workflows and improve productivity. The summit offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, explore groundbreaking case studies, and discover actionable strategies to drive innovation, sustainability, and profit, ultimately reshaping Canada's construction landscape and delivering on the promise of a more affordable and sustainable future.
WHY YOU CANNOT MISS THIS EVENT
- Gain exclusive insights into innovative solutions for Canada's housing crisis, including groundbreaking case studies and projects in affordable housing.
- Learn how to effectively leverage modular and mass timber construction to build homes faster, more affordably, and with a strong focus on sustainability.
- Explore the power of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) to streamline workflows, enhance collaboration, and achieve significant cost and schedule savings on projects.
- Go beyond theory and discover actionable strategies and cutting-edge methodologies for integrating modern construction techniques and digital technologies.
- Position your organization to stay ahead of market trends and governmental mandates, capturing a share of the rapidly growing VDC-driven construction sector.
- Connect with a diverse group of industry leaders, policymakers, and experts to forge strategic alliances and expand your professional network.