CSLA News
Message from Michelle Legault, CSLA Executive Director
September always feels like a time for a fresh start - reminiscent of the first day of school, when you would be handed a fresh box of perfectly sharpened pencils and other school supplies. For CSLA, September brings committee and board meetings, travel to events, and calls for submissions. Those long summer cottage days and nights will fuel me for the coming year, which has so many exciting projects on its horizon. A Congress shared with OALA in Ottawa at the end of May, school and regional visits, launching LANDadapt (our climate adaptation education program), announcing the 2024 recipient of the Governor General's Medal in Landscape Architecture, launching our cultural landscapes collection, continuing the celebration of our 90th anniversary, and working with component associations - all to advance our profession. I would like to personally thank all the volunteers who are working diligently to serve CSLA members - we, as staff, are lucky to have such dedicated teams who want to support landscape architects in advancing solutions for so many of our global challenges. Here's to another school year, and putting those sharpened pencils to good use.
Michelle
Call for Nominations: 2025 Class of Fellows
Election to the College of Fellows is one of the highest honours bestowed on members of the CSLA. Its purpose is to recognize achievement, further the high quality of the profession, mentor other professionals and work to benefit the community.
Nomination submissions must be received before 4 p.m. EST December 13th, 2024. Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted. Be sure to check out the guidelines web page where we have added answers to several frequently asked questions, such as questions about page count limits and endorsers.
Join the CSLA's Municipal Roundtable
Are you a landscape architect working for a Canadian municipality? If so, we invite you to join the CSLA's Municipal Roundtable. Formed in 2019, the Municipal Roundtable has been a valuable platform for landscape architects working across Canadian municipalities to come together for monthly presentations and discussions on climate change and adaptation. And starting this fall, we’re broadening our scope to explore a wider range of topics that are crucial to public practice landscape architecture.
Kick-off Presentation: September 16
We're excited to begin this year with a presentation on how planners and landscape architects can support a more disability-inclusive and accessible Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to engage with peers and enhance your practice.
Interested in Joining?
To register, simply complete this short survey. We look forward to your involvement in shaping the future of landscape architecture in Canadian municipalities.
Does your firm wish to receive one copy of LP magazine?
LP magazine is a member benefit and is provided to each individual CSLA member. However, if your team would prefer receiving one copy (or simply less copies) at the firm, please reach out to Rebecca Riordon at coordinator@csla-aapc.ca with the following information, and we will coordinate updating this information with the component associations, who prepare the LP mailing lists:
- number of copies the firm would like to receive
- name and address of the firm
- names of the CSLA members on staff (these members will be removed from the mailing list)
Note that members can be re-instated to the mailing list at any time by contacting their component association. Thank you!
GHG inventory calculation correction: The accurate total GHG footprint for 2022 is 76.22 tCO2e, not 176.46 tCO2e as was stated in the January 2024 bulletin. This error was due to a miscalculation of the quantity of paper used in the production of L|P Magazine. (More details at the bottom of this page.)
Component News
2024 AAPQ Annual Conference Registration Open
L'Association des Architectes Paysagistes du Québec (AAPQ) is proud to announce its annual conference, to be held at the Grand Quai du Port de Montréal on October 10, 2024. This not-to-be-missed event will bring together over 250 professionals, including landscape architects, urban planners, regional planners, municipal representatives and other key players in the landscaping field, as well as 48 suppliers in the exhibitors' lounge.
Themed “Landscapes: places of encounter and inclusion”, the symposium will highlight the importance of inclusion in the design of outdoor spaces. The day will feature a series of inspiring lectures and an enriching panel discussion.
LACF News
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Frederick Gage Todd Scholarship Awarded
Congratulations to Connor Budd, the recipient of the 2024 Frederick Gage Todd National Scholarship!
"Connor's research focuses on a challenging scope to be addressed among today’s numerous issues." - 2024 Frederick Gage Todd Scholarship Jury
Regional Scholarship Applications Open (Deadline September 30)
We are proud to collaborate with CSLA component associations, organizations, universities, firms, sponsors and individuals to host a growing number of partnered scholarships for landscape architecture students across the country.
Click through to see what scholarships are available in your region and learn how to apply.
Research Grant Applications Open (Deadline November 15)
Photography credit: The image accompanying recent communications calling for LACF research grant proposals was taken by Ryan De Jong
The LACF Grants Jury is open to submissions exploring new design theories, speculations about new landscape interventions, questioning the current norms of practice, and arguing for new areas of research and professional development, as well as submissions seeking to expand the traditional areas of landscape research. Grant applicants should push beyond the boundaries of everyday practice.
We invite applications from CSLA professionals, educators, PhD candidates and others seeking to explore or question an issue or particular interest they believe to be crucial to the profession or to the landscape.
Partner News
2024 RAIC 2024 Congress on Architecture
Join the RAIC in beautiful St. Andrews, NB, from October 7-8, 2024, for the highly anticipated RAIC Congress on Architecture. This year’s Congress event will focus on Housing, Affordability, and the Climate Crisis. This event will also include a Life Cycle Assessment workshop. We will also be hosting two receptions, celebrating World Architecture Day and the recipients of the King Charles III Coronation Medal. Don't miss this exciting opportunity to enhance your professional growth, expand your network, and improve your knowledge. Space is limited, register today.
CitiesAlive 2024
Join CitiesAlive 2024 conference in Toronto from November 6-9, 2024 for a unique experience tailored to green infrastructure professionals. Explore innovations in green infrastructure, biophilic design, and sustainable landscapes with over 100 speakers, five presentation tracks, training sessions, tours, and networking events. Connect with industry leaders, earn education credits, and help shape the future of sustainable cities. Register now to advance the green infrastructure movement!
Kongjian Yu at AZURE's Human/Nature Conference
Human/Nature is AZURE’s multidisciplinary conference featuring a diverse series of keynotes, panels and workshops delivered by an impressive line-up of Canadian and international talents sharing proven approaches to greener products, spaces and cities. See the full program and get your tickets now using promo code CSLA100 for $100 off the regular ticket price.
The Cultural Landscape Foundation's Garden Dialogues in Toronto
Garden Dialogues goes to Toronto on Sept. 14, with a chance to explore Fox Whyte Landscape Architecture & Design’s Sky Garden. This downtown residential rooftop features native plantings, work by local artists, and a stunning panoramic view. The event will be led by Principal Kate Fox-Whyte and Landscape Designer Abigayle Lalonde of Fox Whyte Landscape Architecture & Design.
Photo credit: Tom Ridout – Industryous Photography
Corrections
- Photography credit: The image accompanying recent communications calling for LACF research grant proposals was taken by Ryan De Jong
GHG inventory calculation: In our January 2024 bulletin, we announced the completion of the CSLA’s certified greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for the 2022 calendar year. We have since learned that there was an error in the numbers reported. The error was due to a miscalculation of the quantity of paper used in the production of L|P Magazine. The accurate total GHG footprint for 2022 is 76.22 tCO2e, not 176.46 tCO2e as previously stated. Consequently, the carbon emissions associated with printing L|P Magazine accounts for 75% of this footprint, not 93% as previously reported.
We apologize for the error and appreciate your understanding as we continue our commitment to reducing the CSLA’s carbon footprint. Thank you for your ongoing support as we strive to lead by example in reducing our environmental impact.