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Submit your innovative technology, process, or project today! http://bit.ly/3ghrWeH. The CanBIM Innovation Spotlight Awards is a unique and exciting opportunity to get recognized for your innovative use of technology. The CanBIM Awards plays an important role in supporting the CanBIM mission to advance our industry and improve our civilization.

This panel discussion moderated by Geraldine Rayner will address the burning questions around how to start transitioning to intelligent facilities. The panel Victor Cadoret, Stefan Melnyk, Derek Cheung will Include major challenges and how they were overcome. Sign-up for our upcoming virtual event to learn more! https://bit.ly/35eM4dX

This session by Patrick Saavedra will talk about what owners should be aware of in terms of the gaps between the industry and owners expectations. Sign-up for our upcoming virtual event to learn more! https://bit.ly/35eM4dX

This presentation by Steve Tremblay and Souha Tahrani from Société québécoise des infrastructures highlights the strategy adopted by the SQI for the integrated practices BIM-IDP deployment in its projects. It will outline the genesis of this approach, the steps followed, the processes and the efforts deployed to develop its BIM requirements both at the organizational level and at the project level. Sign-up for our upcoming virtual event to learn more! https://bit.ly/35eM4dX

For clients and contractors, the commissioning and turnover process can be stressful, expensive and long. This session by Neil Rosado will explore practical case studies and best practices on how the best in the industry are reducing the schedule for commissioning and transferring data to owners, and creating stronger relationships. Sign-up for our upcoming virtual event: https://bit.ly/35eM4dX

The season of giving is here, and we would like to send you a gift! CanBIM is mailing out hard copies of the 2020 Innovation Spotlight publication to anyone interested in reading about cutting edge technology and innovation in the building and infrastructure industry. If you would like to receive your free copy please provide your preferred mailing address http://bit.ly/3nP5QUD. Happy Holidays and may the New Year bring you joy!

CanBIM welcomes Andrea Lee as a new Board Member! Andrea is certified as a Specialist in Construction Law by the Law Society of Ontario and has been recognized by Lexpert and Benchmark Litigation. She is the 2020-2021 Chair of the Ontario Bar Association, Construction and Infrastructure Section Executive, and is a Fellow of the Canadian College of Construction Lawyers. Welcome aboard Andrea! http://bit.ly/3p5OwLt

CanBIM is excited to announce Mark Cichy, Principal at HOK as a new Board Member! Mark is a steadfast believer in the power of collaborative design, with a professional and academic focus on parametric design, software development, and the construction and fabrication of complex projects. In practice, he uses computer algorithms to generate design solutions that engage users and stakeholders, respond to people and places, and also inspire awe. Welcome aboard Mark! https://bit.ly/3p5OwLt

CanBIM welcomes Derek Cheung as a new Board Member. Derek is a Licensed Professional Engineer in the Province of Ontario and an MBA from Ivey Business School, with recognized success leading diverse teams and driving results. He has a diverse background in oil & gas/mining engineering and supply chain/distribution. Derek is currently operating in the residential real estate space, with a focus on digital transformation and process improvement through the cross-functional management of BIM and Strategic Sourcing Programs at Mattamy Homes Canada. Welcome aboard Derek! http://bit.ly/3p5OwLt

This year's awards presentation will take place on November 3 at 3:30 PM ET as a global streaming broadcast! We are very excited to share the many great submissions we have received this year: https://www.canbim.com/awards/2020

Today's session begins with a conversation between Thomas Strong, CanBIM President, and CEO and Steve Zahm, President, and CCO at Procore Technologies. Hear about the early days of building their business, the challenges involved with managing a growing startup to the huge success of scaling to serve an international customer base. Steve Zahm has experienced an amazing journey with Procore, join us to hear his perspective on their business: https://bit.ly/2GJUwsi #CANBIMFALL20

Proptech startups are changing how buildings are maintained and operated. With so much data being generated in buildings, it's no surprise that the Proptech has had such a boom cycle. Hear from industry gatekeepers Scott Ellison, Scott Kaplanis, Lynette Keyowski, Nate Loewentheil, and Michelle Killoran who are helping to nurture the next generation of best in class proptech startups: https://bit.ly/2GJUwsi #CANBIMFALL20

Executives across the building and infrastructure industry are flooded with technology options to manage their business and projects. Hear how the building and infrastructure’s blue-chip companies are procuring and using technology to remain competitive, productive, and efficient: https://bit.ly/2GJUwsi #CANBIMFALL20