An Architecture Policy for Canada
The Indian Residential School History and Dialogue Centre at the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, was completed by Alfred Waugh of Formline Architecture in 2018. This project exemplifies Waugh?s synthetic approach to cultural sensitivity and environmental responsibility, and demonstrates the transformative potential of collaboration between federal government, First Nations communities, institutional leadership and architects. Photo by Andrew Latreille
INTERVIEW WITH Lisa Landrum, with input from Darryl Condon, John Stephenson, Toon Dreessen
Since 2016, a group of educators and practitioners have been developing a process to advance a national architecture policy for Canada. They are now on-track to begin coast-to-coast consultations on the initiative?a key next step towards creating an official federal policy. Canadian Architect editor Elsa Lam interviewed Lisa Landrum, one of the working group members, to find out more about the initiative. What is a national architecture policy"
A national architecture policy is an aspirational document that shows how well-designed environments enhance social, cultural and economic well-being, and provides guidance to politicians, professionals and the public on how to achieve more sustainable, equitable and engaging communities. A national architecture policy empowers people to pursue positive change and sustainable growth. It informs public debate, influences legislation and inspires citizens to create meaningful and re...
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