UPCOMING EVENTS
Join us for IDEA’s Infill Symposium 2025, IDEA’s third annual symposium bringing together urban development professionals, city leaders, community stakeholders, infill industry and advocates. This full-day event is designed to spark dialogue, share best practices, and explore innovative solutions for infil development in mature neighbourhoods.
Date: Thursday, November 13, 2025
Time: 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM, Lunch included, with Networking Mixer to Follow
Location: Matrix Hotel
Event Highlights:
● Four engaging Panel Discussions highlighting the following key topics, featuring speakers from inspiring industry and regulatory leaders.
❖ Shaping Infill: Design and Zoning of Edmonton’s Middle Housing
As Edmonton updates its zoning bylaw and is faced with a new municipal government coming out of the election, questions around infill and “missing middle” housing are more timely than ever. This panel brings together City planners and local designers to discuss how recent and proposed zoning amendments shape opportunities for gentle density, affordability, and neighbourhood renewal. Panelists will explore the intersection of design, regulation, and public priorities, and how upcoming policy decisions could influence the city’s housing landscape for years to come.
Speakers: Local architects, designers, and City of Edmonton representatives; including Jeff Booth (Situate), Eric Klatt (Roostock Architecture), Tenchoe Dorjee (COE Housing Action Team), Lisa Drury (COE Senior Planner), & Ryian Galdo (ARDeco)
❖ Infrastructure Insights: Site Servicing w/ Atco & Epcor
Infill housing depends on more than good design, it relies on the systems that serve it. This panel brings together experts from Epcor and Atco to discuss how Edmonton’s utilities, energy, and water infrastructure can support denser, more diverse neighbourhoods. Panelists will explore the challenges and opportunities of upgrading aging systems, coordinating servicing for infill projects, and planning resilient infrastructure for a growing city.
Speakers: Representatives from ATCO, EPCOR Power and Water, and the City of Edmonton; including Sikander Singh (Oasis Engineering), Reed Thacker (Atco), Jeff Hunter (Epcor Water), Howaida Hassan (City of Edm), and AJ Ould (Epcor Utilities)
❖ Financing Infill
As Edmonton updates its zoning bylaw and is faced with a new municipal government coming out of the election, questions around infill and “missing middle” housing are more timely than ever. This panel brings together City planners and local designers to discuss how recent and proposed zoning amendments shape opportunities for gentle density, affordability, and neighbourhood renewal. Panelists will explore the intersection of design, regulation, and public priorities, and how upcoming policy decisions could influence the city’s housing landscape for years to come.
Speakers: Experts from real estate, lending, and development sectors; including Christopher Clarke (KV Capital), Colton Miller (Moskowitz Capital), Tracy Olmos (Avison Young), & Aurora De Leon
❖ Ai, Tech & the Future of Infill
As cities evolve, digital tools and artificial intelligence are reshaping how we plan, design, and build. This panel explores how emerging technologies can support Edmonton’s infill goals, from data-driven zoning analysis to construction innovation. This panel will discuss how AI and technology can help guide more sustainable urban growth.
Speakers: Representatives from the Ai and technology industries, and the City of Edmonton; including Ranon Soans (Clarity Development Advisory), Akeem Brown (Ballpark Housing), Nafaa Haddou (FireSafe Ai), Al-Karim Khimji (Propra), and Jason Doerksen (City of Edm)
AND MORE..
● Trade show showcasing local businesses. ● Complimentary Lunch w/ Networking Mixer to close out the Event! ● Virtual Access after the Live Event is complete (Early bird and member discounts offered).
Thank you to our Lead Event Sponsor: Franken Homes
Panel Sponsors: Urbis Infill Homes, Situate Inc., KV Capital and Durabuilt Windows & Doors;
Lunch Sponsor: City of Fort Saskatchewan; Networking & Drink Sponsor: Liv Real Estate;
and Lanyard Sponsor: Park Lighting & Furniture!
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