August 22-24, 2023

In-Person Event
Free of charge

Hyatt Regency
370 King Street West
Toronto, ON
M5V 1J9

Pricing

Site Tours $115
Main Sessions $630
Networking Dinner $210
Charity Golf $320

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About the Event

A propos de l'événement

Addressing the critical issue of labor shortages in the construction industry through the integration of design, manufacturing, fabrication, and assembly processes with field mechanization will be the focus of our Toronto event. We will bring together experts, practitioners, researchers, and policymakers to discuss important innovations, challenges that stand in the way of progress, and how industry stakeholders can contribute to industry advancement. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the latest developments in field mechanization technologies, including autonomous machinery, robotics and more.

  • How can the Building Industry attract, train and retain more skilled workers locally and globally
  • Government & Industry partnerships to reduce the cost of construction and stimulate innovation 
  • Case studies featuring the application of Offsite Prefabrication, modularization & site automation
  • Strategies to digitize your business across Planning, Estimating, Scheduling & Construction
  • Contech focused expo with vendors from around the world

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AGENDA

DAY ONE

August 22, 2023

Project Tour
9:30AM–10:30AM
Aecon Project Tour
Aecon Project Tour
Aecon Project Tour
Aecon Project Tour
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Project Tour
11:00AM–12:00PM
EllisDon Project Tour
EllisDon Project Tour
EllisDon Project Tour
EllisDon Project Tour
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Project Tour
12:30PM–1:30PM
PCL Project Tour
PCL Project Tour
PCL Project Tour
PCL Project Tour
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Project Tour
2:00PM–3:00PM
Multiplex Project Tour
Multiplex Project Tour
Multiplex Project Tour
Multiplex Project Tour
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Networking Dinner
5:00PM–7:00PM
Meet & Greet Reception
Meet & Greet Reception
Meet & Greet Reception
Meet & Greet Reception
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DAY Two

August 23, 2023

Technology Exhibition
8:00AM–4:00PM
Technology Exhibition
Technology Exhibition
Technology Exhibition
Technology Exhibition
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Registration
8:30AM–9:00AM
Registration
Registration
Registration
Registration
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Keynote Presentation
8:30AM–8:55AM
Field Technology, Automation, and the Human Factor: Balancing the Future of Construction
Field Technology, Automation, and the Human Factor: Balancing the Future of Construction
Field Technology, Automation, and the Human Factor: Balancing the Future of Construction
Field Technology, Automation, and the Human Factor: Balancing the Future of Construction
Lina Stinnett
Senior Integrated Construction Technology Manager - PCL
(Moderator)
Executive Presentation
9:00AM–9:25AM
Making Construction Better
Making Construction Better
Making Construction Better
Making Construction Better
Michael McGowan
CEO - Hilti North America
(Moderator)
Executive Presentation
9:30AM–9:55AM
Technology’s Role in Addressing the Labour Shortage
Technology’s Role in Addressing the Labour Shortage
Technology’s Role in Addressing the Labour Shortage
Technology’s Role in Addressing the Labour Shortage
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Break
10:00AM–10:30AM
Technology Exhibition/Networking/Refreshments
Technology Exhibition/Networking/Refreshments
Technology Exhibition/Networking/Refreshments
Technology Exhibition/Networking/Refreshments
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Executive Case Study
10:30AM–10:55AM
The Value Of Digital Twins
The Value Of Digital Twins
The Value Of Digital Twins
The Value Of Digital Twins
Gord Reynolds
Vice President, Commercial Advisory & Strategy - Infrastructure Ontario
(Moderator)
Executive Presentation
11:00AM–11:25AM
Opportunities to Improve Productivity for Home Construction
Opportunities to Improve Productivity for Home Construction
Opportunities to Improve Productivity for Home Construction
Opportunities to Improve Productivity for Home Construction
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Panel Discussion
11:30AM–12:15PM
Addressing the Labour Shortage in The Face of Growing Demand for Infrastructure
Addressing the Labour Shortage in The Face of Growing Demand for Infrastructure
Addressing the Labour Shortage in The Face of Growing Demand for Infrastructure
Addressing the Labour Shortage in The Face of Growing Demand for Infrastructure
Giovanni Cautillo
President - OGCA
(Moderator)
Richard Lyall
President - RESCON
Bart Kanters
President - Concrete Ontario
Michael Sherrard
Chair - Skilled Trades Ontario
Lunch Break
12:15PM–1:15PM
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
Lunch Break
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1A: Panel Discussion
1:15PM–1:55PM
Challenges Facing the Design Industry
Challenges Facing the Design Industry
Challenges Facing the Design Industry
Challenges Facing the Design Industry
Christie Bates
Intellectual Property Associate - Bereskin & Parr LLP
(Moderator)
Brent Mauti
CTO - Turner Fleischer Architects
Krigh Bachmann
Associate, Leader of Digital Innovation - DIALOG
James Vandezande
Architect & CTO - HOK
Nibras Yacoub
Vice President - NORR Architects & Engineers
1B: Panel Discussion
1:15PM–1:55PM
Utilising Technology to Advance Worker Safety
Utilising Technology to Advance Worker Safety
Utilising Technology to Advance Worker Safety
Utilising Technology to Advance Worker Safety
Dr. Joel Moody
Chief Prevention Officer and Assistant Deputy Minister - Ontario Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development
(Moderator)
Steve Chaplin
Senior Vice President Health, Safety and Environment - EllisDon
Erin Oliver
Vice President Health Safety & Sustainability - Modern Niagara
Amer Dalain
Global Solutions Strategy Leader - Microsoft
1C: Panel Discussion
1:15PM–1:55PM
Technology Maturity and Risk Mitigation
Technology Maturity and Risk Mitigation
Technology Maturity and Risk Mitigation
Technology Maturity and Risk Mitigation
Andrea Lee
Partner - Glaholt Bowles LLP
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Jason Lewis
Associate General Counsel - Lafarge Canada
Cheri Hanes
Vice President, Head of Construction Innovation and Sustainability - AXA XL
Lampros Stougiannos
Partner - Dentons
Sean Hoare
Manager | Senior Vice President - Construction & Infrastructure Practice - AON
1D: Panel Discussion
1:15PM–1:55PM
Opportunties and Challenges to Modular and Volumetric Construction
Opportunties and Challenges to Modular and Volumetric Construction
Opportunties and Challenges to Modular and Volumetric Construction
Opportunties and Challenges to Modular and Volumetric Construction
Brandon Searle
Director of Innovation and Operations - UNB
(Moderator)
Murray Velichko
Senior construction leader & executive / VP Business Development - Stack Modular
Patrick Chouinard
Founder & VP Market Strategy, Element5
Jill Kaehler
Director of Product Architecture - Volumetric Building Companies
Panel Discussion
2:00PM–2:40PM
Lessons Learned From The Industrial Sector
Lessons Learned From The Industrial Sector
Lessons Learned From The Industrial Sector
Lessons Learned From The Industrial Sector
Tannis Liviniuk
President - Trillium Advisory Group
(Moderator)
John Wilke
Vice President of Enterprise Services - Zachry Group
Jorge Moreira
AWP Construction Manager - Air Products
Panel Discussion
2:00PM–2:40PM
Technology Adoption on Heavy Civil and Public Projects
Technology Adoption on Heavy Civil and Public Projects
Technology Adoption on Heavy Civil and Public Projects
Technology Adoption on Heavy Civil and Public Projects
Thomas Strong
CEO - Building Transformations
(Moderator)
Steve Tremblay
Directeur du déploiement des pratiques intégrées BIM - Société québécoise des infrastructures
Emily Deeth
Senior Advisor, Commercial Advisory & Strategy - Infrastructure Ontario
Dan Miller
Manager of Engineering - PCL
Jeff Walter
Director, Digital Transformation - AECOM
Panel Discussion
2:00PM–2:40PM
Technology Implementation on The Centre Block Project
Technology Implementation on The Centre Block Project
Technology Implementation on The Centre Block Project
Technology Implementation on The Centre Block Project
Andrew Macdonald
VDC Manager, Ellisdon
(Moderator)
Ahmed Yusuf
Integrated Construction Technology Coordinator - PCL Construction
Panel Discussion
2:00PM–2:40PM
Revolutionising Construction: Exploring the Future of Onsite Robotics
Revolutionising Construction: Exploring the Future of Onsite Robotics
Revolutionising Construction: Exploring the Future of Onsite Robotics
Revolutionising Construction: Exploring the Future of Onsite Robotics
Hannu Lindberg
Director of Virtual Design & Construction - DPR Construction
(Moderator)
Derrick Morse
Derrick Morse - Rugged Robotics
Justin Rodgers
Digital Construction Consultant Segment Manager - Hilti North America
Danielle Proctor
President & CEO - Advanced Construction Robotics
Networking Break
2:40PM–3:10PM
Break/Technology Exhibition
Break/Technology Exhibition
Break/Technology Exhibition
Break/Technology Exhibition
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Panel Discussion
3:10PM–3:50PM
Exploring AI in Design and Construction
Exploring AI in Design and Construction
Exploring AI in Design and Construction
Exploring AI in Design and Construction
Chris Greene
VP Strategy, Analytics and Knowledge, NFP
(Moderator)
Scott Wolslager
IMAGINiT Technologies, Senior Engagement Manager
Markku Allison
Vice President, Strategy + Innovation - Chandos Construction
George Ikonomakis
Senior Manager, Integrated Construction Technology - PCL
Panel Discussion
3:10PM–3:50PM
State of Adoption of BIM & VDC
State of Adoption of BIM & VDC
State of Adoption of BIM & VDC
State of Adoption of BIM & VDC
Jeffrey Rubenstone
Deputy Editor, News and Technology - The Engineering News-Record
(Moderator)
Carl Storms
Technical Solutions Lead - BIM Track
Cory Houle
Business Development Manager - Pinnacle Infotech
Robert Alzuarde
Innovation Manager, Canadian Building Operations (CBO) - Pomerleau
Sonya Puri
BIM/VDC Specialist - Multiplex
Industry Presentation
3:10PM–3:50PM
Design Framework for Manufacturing and Assembly
Design Framework for Manufacturing and Assembly
Design Framework for Manufacturing and Assembly
Design Framework for Manufacturing and Assembly
Pooya Baktash
Co-Founder - Serotiny
(Moderator)
Vince Gattola
Industry Solutions Consulting , Senior Manager - Dassault Systèmes
Panel Discussion
3:10PM–3:50PM
Startup Companies Focused on Offsite Construction Robotics
Startup Companies Focused on Offsite Construction Robotics
Startup Companies Focused on Offsite Construction Robotics
Startup Companies Focused on Offsite Construction Robotics
Stacy Scopano
Vice President, National Prefabrication & Manufacturing Director - JE Dunn Construction
(Moderator)
Cooper Lane
Vice President, Brave Controls
Sean Fitch
Enterprise Sales Manager - Branch Technology
Panel Discussion
3:55PM–4:35PM
The Growth of [AEC] Big Tech
The Growth of [AEC] Big Tech
The Growth of [AEC] Big Tech
The Growth of [AEC] Big Tech
Alice Leung
Vice President, Platform and Product Strategy - Brick & Mortar Ventures
(Moderator)
Panel Discussion
3:55PM–4:35PM
Collaborating with the Trades Through Technology
Collaborating with the Trades Through Technology
Collaborating with the Trades Through Technology
Collaborating with the Trades Through Technology
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Ryan Bradley
Director, VDC East - Modern Niagara
Patrick Lalonde
Director, Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) - EllisDon
Mohamed Adel
BIM/VDC Manager, Buildings East Division - Bird Construction
Jeremy Brown
Director, Mechanical VDC - Plan Group
Panel Discussion
3:55PM–4:35PM
Meet the StartUps: Artificial Intelligence in Construction
Meet the StartUps: Artificial Intelligence in Construction
Meet the StartUps: Artificial Intelligence in Construction
Meet the StartUps: Artificial Intelligence in Construction
Hammad Chaudhry
National Director, Digital Project Delivery Services - EliisDon
(Moderator)
Patrick E. Murphy
CEO & Founder - Togal.AI
Anthony Hauck
Chief Product Officer - Hypar Inc.
ALICE Technologies
Industry Presentation
3:55PM–4:35PM
Autonomous Reality Capture Solutions for Quality Inspection in Construction
Autonomous Reality Capture Solutions for Quality Inspection in Construction
Autonomous Reality Capture Solutions for Quality Inspection in Construction
Autonomous Reality Capture Solutions for Quality Inspection in Construction
Neil Chauhan
Reality Capture Solutions Consultant - R-E-A-L.iT
(Moderator)
Sina Karimi
Research and Development Specialist - Pomerleau
Executive Presentation
4:40PM–4:55PM
The Future of Construction
The Future of Construction
The Future of Construction
The Future of Construction
(Moderator)
Closing Remarks
4:55PM–5:00PM
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
Closing Remarks
Giovanni Cautillo
President - Ontario General Contractors Association
(Moderator)
Networking Dinner
6:00PM–9:00PM
Meets & Eats Dinner
Meets & Eats Dinner
Meets & Eats Dinner
Meets & Eats Dinner
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Day Three

August 24, 2023

Networking Golf
9:00AM–5:00PM
Charity Golf Day
Charity Golf Day
Charity Golf Day
Charity Golf Day
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