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The Buildings Show, taking place December 3-5 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre on Front Street west of Simcoe Street, is Canada’s premier event for the built environment, bringing together professionals from across the construction, architecture, design, and real estate industries. This year’s event promises to deliver unparalleled opportunities for building connections, sourcing solutions, and advancing knowledge, making it a must-attend for anyone involved in shaping the future of the built environment across Canada.
The Buildings Show comes at a pivotal time for the housing industry in Toronto, Ontario, and Canada as a whole. With housing affordability and supply challenges dominating headlines, the event provides a timely platform for industry professionals to come together and explore solutions. In Toronto, where housing prices have reached record highs, the need for innovative approaches to urban development has never been greater. Across Ontario and Canada, similar issues are at the forefront of public and industry discourse, and The Buildings Show offers a unique opportunity to engage with these topics, learn from experts, and discover actionable strategies to drive positive change in the housing sector.
To address these issues, UrbanToronto and The Buildings Show are presenting a two-part webinar series focused on the challenges and opportunities in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) housing market. The first session, "The State of Housing in the GTA: Data, Projects and Policies," took place on September 24, providing a comprehensive overview of the current housing landscape. The series concludes with Part 2, "The State of Housing in the GTA – Insights, Challenges and Actions," on Wednesday, November 26, from 1 PM to 2 PM. Join industry experts as they explore key issues like government support, the condo market, and homebuilding challenges. Register here.
UrbanToronto will present an in-person session at The Buildings Show on GTHA Development Trends and Challenges. The session will present the latest statistics on development applications and key patterns and will examine the current landscape through data-driven insights. A panel discussion will then delve into challenges and the state of housing across the GTHA, addressing critical issues of supply, affordability, and market dynamics that continue to shape the area.
The Buildings Show has also partnered with the Ontario Home Builders' Association (OHBA), which will host a series of conference sessions focused on the homebuilding industry. These sessions will explore critical topics such as housing affordability, urban density, and sustainable development, providing attendees with valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of housing in Ontario and across Canada. The OHBA’s presence on the expo floor will also offer attendees the chance to connect directly with suppliers, manufacturers, and peers who are driving innovation in residential construction.
The North Building expo floor, fully dedicated to residential construction, which will feature a wide range of suppliers and manufacturers showcasing the latest products, materials, and technologies. This space is designed to foster meaningful connections, enabling attendees to network with industry leaders, discover innovative solutions, and explore new opportunities for growth. Whether you’re sourcing sustainable building materials, exploring advancements in construction technology, or looking to connect with peers, The Buildings Show offers a one-stop destination for all your professional needs.
The Buildings Show is more than just an event—it’s a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and growth in the built environment. By attending, you’ll gain access to a breadth of suppliers and manufacturers, connect with peers from across the industry, and gain practical knowledge to address the challenges facing the housing sector. Don’t miss your chance to be part of the conversation shaping the future of Canada’s built environment.
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UrbanToronto's research and data service, UTPro, provides comprehensive data on construction projects in the Greater Golden Horseshoe—from proposal through to completion. Other services include Instant Reports, downloadable snapshots based on location, and a daily subscription newsletter, New Development Insider, that tracks projects from initial application.
