TIME: 7:00 PM -9:00 PM (Doors Open at 6:30 PM)
When it comes to shaping the built environment, most people assume it is design professionals like architects and planners who are leading the discussions of what our cities should look like. But ask any architect and you’ll soon find out that much of what we build (and how we build it) is actually shaped by laws and public policy. From building codes to zoning and heritage by-laws, these frameworks have an enormous impact on what gets built and what is lost along the way. And that being the case, it is through advocacy—not just practice—where architects may be able to affect the biggest change in their communities.
On Wednesday, April 30, we invite you to join us for a special screening of To Build Law, the documentary produced by the Canadian Centre for Architecture that follows the work of the German collective of architects Bplus through the making of their latest project HouseEurope!. This project is a European initiative focused on promoting renovation over demolition and new construction through a European Citizen’s Initiative.
The screening will be followed by a conversation reflecting on the themes of the film but in our local Toronto context, focusing on the role of legislation and legal frameworks in shaping the value of existing buildings and the role architects can play as citizen activists alongside their professional roles.
We welcome everyone to join us for this inspiring conversation! This event is free and spots are limited so make sure to register in advance.
Schedule:
6:30 PM – Doors Open
7:00 PM – Event Begins / Introductions
7:15 PM – Screening
8:15 PM – Panel Discussion
9:00 PM – Closing Remarks
This event is eligible for 1.5 OAA Structured Learning Hours. When registering, please include your full name as registered with the OAA to ensure your certificate of participation is credited properly. Please also include an email address you check frequently to ensure you receive our certificate in a timely manner.