Learn about gender equality in Calgary’s architecture, engineering and construction industry
Architecture firm DIALOG, Women in Consulting Engineering Calgary and Building Equality in Architecture are hosting an event with some of Calgary’s leading figures in the architectural, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry on March 13. The Rise to Lead panel discussion will discuss the panelists’ careers and promote gender equality within the industry. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. and tickets include snacks and refreshments.
DIALOG Studio, 300, 134 11 Ave. S.E., wcecalgary.com
Hear from the visionaries working on Calgary’s Culture + Entertainment District
The Calgary Municipal Land Corporation (CMLC) was created in 2007 by The City of Calgary to help revamp and rejuvenate downtown and surrounding communities like the East Victoria Park area, a.k.a. the Culture + Entertainment District (C+E). Through the remodelling of C+E, $2 billion has been invested into the neighbourhood including the newly expanded BMO Centre. On March 20, visit the BMO Centre for a panel discussion about transforming the C+E into a place for economic growth and community building with speakers from CMLC, Calgary Stampede and the Calgary Sports and Entertainment Corporation.
1912 Flores Ladue Pde. S.E., 403-718-0300, calgarymlc.ca
See paintings of popular Calgary landscapes at a local gallery
From now until March 29, Loch Gallery presents The Wait of Light, a solo exhibition by Marcia Harris depicting Calgary landmarks. Showing notable buildings from areas like 17th Avenue S.W. and the Beltline, the paintings capture a sense of nostalgia with their hazy and dreamlike appearance. Harris’ work has been seen in the Calgary Stampede Art Collection, the Alberta Foundation for the Arts, the BMO Centre and the Glenbow museum. The exhibition is free to visit Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
314 12 Ave S.W., 403-209-8542, lochgallery.com