We are excited to invite you to an evening of connection, collaboration, and celebration following Growing Buildings. Join us for the  Toronto BioBuild Collective (TBC) Mixer at Mill Street Brewpub in the Distillery District.

This gathering brings together the teams, volunteers, and partners shaping the Toronto BioBuild Collective, a chance to connect across disciplines, share stories from the mock-up project, and toast to the progress we have made together.

The mixer is also a great opportunity for those who can’t attend Growing Buildings to still meet the community and engage with our broader network of architects, researchers, designers, and builders exploring bio-based and regenerative design.

Event Details
Location: Mill Street Brewpub, Distillery District Toronto, 21 Tank House Lane, Toronto, ON M5A 3C4
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025
Time: 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

What to Expect
An informal evening of networking and conversation across teams
Highlights and stories from the TBC Mock-Up initiative
Drinks, light bites, and music in a relaxed setting

This event is free and open to our community.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We are excited to invite you to an evening of conversation and collaboration on bio-based design, co-hosted by the Toronto BioBuild Collective and generously hosted by KPMB Architects on October 30, 2025.

Our guest speakers, Jerry Hacker and Lisa Moffitt, will share lessons from their teaching, design research, and hands-on work with regenerative materials—exploring how speculative thinking and real-world practice can reshape the future of sustainable building.

Event Details

Location: KPMB Architects, 351 King Street East, Suite 1200, Toronto
Date: Thursday, October 30, 2025

Time:
5:30 PM – Doors open & arrival
6:00 PM – Event start
8:00 PM – Wrap-up & Mixer

What to Expect

• A keynote talk by Jerry Hacker: “Trading Textbooks for Crowbars”

• Reflections by Lisa Moffitt on regenerative design research and pedagogy

• A dialogue on material experimentation, circular building, and collaborative design

• Light refreshments and networking with architects, designers, and sustainability advocates

This event is free and open to our community, but space is limited. Please RSVP to reserve your spot.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We are excited to invite you to an engaging discussion on circular construction and regenerative design, co-hosted by the Toronto BioBuild Collective (TBC) and the Toronto Circularity Network (TCN), at DIALOG on March 18, 2025.

Our guest speaker, Stefanie Weavers, will share insights from her work on circular economy strategies, digital platforms for sustainable materials, and the transformation of the construction industry.

Event Details

Location: DIALOG, 35 John Street, Suite 500, Toronto

(Upon arrival, please use the 35 John St entrance to access the elevators on the left and proceed to the 5th floor. Kindly avoid using the 25 John St entrance.)

Date: Tuesday, March 18, 2025

Time:

• 6:00 PM – Doors open & registration

• 6:30 PM – Event start

• 8:00 PM – Event wrap-up

What to Expect

• A keynote presentation by Stefanie Weavers on the Digital Circular Construction Hub and lessons from IBA’27

• An introduction by Craig Applegath from DIALOG, sharing insights on bio-based materials

• A dynamic discussion on bridging ideas, platforms, and practice in circular construction

• Networking opportunities with professionals, designers, and researchers shaping the future of sustainable architecture

This event is free, but spaces are limited. Please register on our website and RSVP as soon as possible.

We look forward to seeing you there!

We are thrilled to announce our upcoming event, hosted by SvN Architects + Planners in collaboration with the Toronto BioBuild Collective. This gathering will focus on advancing our collective knowledge of bio-based materials and their potential to transform the built environment.

During the event, SvN will showcase their progress on the “Upfront Carbon Materials Catalogue,” introduce new additions to their bio-based materials library, and present recent academic collaborations with the Daniels Faculty of Architecture.

This is also a wonderful opportunity to connect with like-minded professionals, share insights, and help grow our bio-build community. We look forward to seeing you there!

We are excited to invite you to the first general meeting of the BioBuild Collective. This landmark event brings together architects, engineers, researchers, and industry stakeholders dedicated to advancing the use of bio-based materials in construction. This inaugural gathering marks the beginning of our collaborative efforts to foster sustainable building practices across Canada.

Event Highlights:

- Keynote Presentations: Hear from leading experts in sustainable architecture, including special guest speakers who have successfully implemented bio-based materials in significant projects around the world.

- Panel Discussion: Engage with a panel of pioneers in the field as they discuss the challenges and opportunities of bio-based materials in modern construction.

- Networking Opportunities: Connect with like-minded professionals and stakeholders who are at the forefront of sustainable architectural practices.

Who Should Attend:

This event is open to all who are interested in the future of sustainable construction, from industry veterans to students and newcomers.

Join BioBuild Collective:

Our first general meeting is more than just an event; it's a call to action for anyone passionate about making a tangible impact on the environment through innovative construction practices. Don't miss this opportunity to be part of a movement that's building a sustainable future.

We look forward to welcoming you to an inspiring learning, discussion, and networking day. We can build a sustainable world, one project at a time.