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WoodWorks is once again partnering with BUILDEX Vancouver in 2026 to deliver WoodWorks @ BUILDEX — a dedicated program that brings together wood design innovation, technical expertise, and industry perspectives from across Western Canada.

This two-day collaboration within BUILDEX will feature 12 education sessions designed to equip architects, engineers, developers, and builders with the latest strategies, technologies, and lessons learned from the field. Some topics include…

• Business and construction case studies (demonstrating successful projects or processes)
• Tackling common construction site challenges (installation best practices, moisture mitigation, sequencing strategies)
• Applied sustainable forestry and sourcing (reclaimed lumber, design for deconstruction, local supply chain solutions)
• Affordable housing and innovative delivery models
• Seismic innovations for light-frame mid-rise buildings
• Hybrid systems combining wood with steel or concrete
• Prefab and modular applications (light-frame and mass timber)
• Industry forecasting and economic viability studies

Call for Speakers
Whether you’ve led a groundbreaking project, developed new approaches to common challenges, or have insights into where the industry is headed, we want to hear from you.

Share your expertise as a speaker at WoodWorks @ BUILDEX 2026.

The Call for Speakers is open until September 3, 2025. Submit your proposal here.

About BUILDEX Vancouver
BUILDEX is Western Canada’s largest building and construction event, connecting thousands of design, construction, and real estate professionals. Over two days, attendees explore 350+ exhibits, hear from 200+ industry experts, and discover products, services, and ideas that are shaping the built environment.