2016 will bring some very exciting developments to the CanBIM community. Our organization is working towards hosting exciting events, collaborating with members, and developing new initiatives within our eight Committees. Have a look below at some of the exciting CanBIM developments for 2016.
Vancouver: Beyond BIM
As you may know by now, we have an exciting event coming up in mid February. Beyond BIM will focus its efforts towards investigating technological advancements in computing power. The event will explore the vast amounts of data we are now capable of computing and how we can utilize these advancements in design and Building Information Modeling.
Halifax: Sustainabilty and BIM
CanBIM is also very excited to be hosting presentations and panel discussion in Halifax this year. We are working with local organizations and associations to ensure a relevant and timely message, catering to the BIM needs of the Atlantic Provinces. CANS (Construction Association of Nova Scotia) have been announced as a Presenting Partner. This event will be held on June 1st and June 2nd at the Holiday Inn Harbourfront. A detailed agenda will be available soon!
Toronto: Technology Built Innovation 2
CanBIM will also be in Toronto this year with our second installment of Technology Built Innovation. This event will feature panel discussions, presentations and exhibitions focused on AECOO technologies and how this technology is building innovation. This event will be held on October 5th and 6th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. A detailed agenda will be available soon!
Collaborating and Interacting with CanBIM Members in our Newsletter
The last few months we have been developing original content for our monthly newsletter. This content has been made possible with contribution from CanBIM members who have sat down with us for discussions and interviews. This year we will continue working with our members to create original BIM content to share with our community. If you or your firm wants to share a story or experience with us, drop us a line!
CanBIM Research Project: Investigating How Owners Utilize BIM
CanBIM has begun a research project, which will investigate how owners are utilizing BIM. This investigation will seek to report what owners really want from BIM and compare this what they are currently getting. We are calling on all CanBIM members who might have experience with owners and their relation to BIM to reach out and be a part of this report. The report will feature interviews and discussions with CanBIM members ranging from owners, operators to BIM professionals. If you are interested in contributing to this research project, please contact us bshapiro@canbim.com
CanBIM Developing White Paper & Case Study Library
CanBIM is developing a comprehensive library of BIM white papers and case studies based on industry projects, research and past CanBIM Presentations hosted at our CanBIM Events.
This will be an ongoing initiative hosted on the CanBIM Website. It will serve as a great learning resource for the Industry and will give our Members an opportunity to showcase and promote their experience in BIM. Contact us today about your White Papers and Case Studies.
CanBIM NEW Technology Committee
CanBIM has recently formed the Technology Committee to address the need for information and understanding for future technologies. CanBIM feels it is important to stay ahead of the curve and keep an eye on the future for BIM and building technologies. The Technology Committee Chaired by Reed Munro, is designed to serve this purpose and will be looking to participate in the upcoming Toronto Event: Technology Built Innovation. The Technology Committee is open to current CanBIM Members, from any discipline, with experience and passion for building technologies. We want the professionals that are involved in the procurement and development of innovative technologies to sit on this Committee. Seats are filling up fast; if you are a current CanBIM Member with relevant experience and passion for technology and you have an eye on future technologies relating to the building industry, contact us today. glattmann@canbim.com
2016 CanBIM Awards
CanBIM will be awarding excellence in BIM with seven (7) CanBIM Awards this year as part of the CanBIM AGM and Regional Session (October 5th & 6th) in Toronto. The CanBIM Awards will take place on Oct 5th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. The awards to be handed out will include the following:
Best In BIM Award
Designer & Engineering Award
Builders & Trades Award
Technology Award
Owners & Facility Managers Award
International Award
Academic Award
All awards criteria, submission guidelines and other pertinent information will be released just after the Vancouver Regional Session on February 16th and 17th. For Sponsorship Opportunities see our Sponsorship package on the CanBIM website.
CanBIM Certification: Companies & Academic Programs
The development of CanBIM Certification for Companies and Organizations is progressing well. This program will act as a benchmark for BIM experience on the company level. The CanBIM Certification for Academic Institutions offering BIM related courses is developing beyond the introductory stages to certification coast to coast of BIM related courses and programs. The process, guidelines and pertinent details pertaining to both certification initiatives will be released in the second quarter of 2016. Visit CanBIM Website for more details.
