At BILD Edmonton Metro, we often say that the worst place to plan a city is behind a desk. Cities are meant to be experienced firsthand — by walking their streets, visiting their neighbourhoods. That belief is at the heart of our Field Trips program.

BILD Edmonton Metro’s Construction Safety Week is about more than policies and protective equipment — it’s about people. It’s a time to recognize the workers across the construction industry who show up every day, committed to protecting one another.

The Content Strategist role goes beyond writing — it is about shaping narratives, amplifying industry voices, and connecting people to the impact of city-building. This role will bring stories to life across multiple platforms, support high-profile communications, and develop data-informed strategies that strengthen engagement with members, stakeholders, and the broader community.

As Casual Event Staff with BILD Edmonton Metro, you’ll be right in the action — helping bring unforgettable experiences to life at our signature events, from golf tournaments to awards galas and everything in between.

To Health & Safety Advisor Karissa Nielson, being a woman on-site doesn’t just mean breaking barriers, it also means building trust, bringing new perspectives, and helping shape a safer, more inclusive culture for everyone.

To Mark McGrath, Safety Advisor at Rohit Group, on-site safety doesn’t just set up communities for success; it protects workers and changes the narrative around the construction industry.

While we often focus on the importance of housing itself, we talk less about what it takes to deliver it responsibly — ensuring that the right safeguards, standards, and people are in place every step of the way. May 4 to 8 will be BILD’s first-ever Construction Safety Week, opening up the conversation around continuous…

To Mattamy Homes Health & Safety Specialist, Sam Domes, safety is the most important part of any construction or work site. It’s the foundation that every task, decision, and interaction should be built on.

What is the Edmonton Advantage? BILD Edmonton Metro’s panel identified five critical ingredients when it comes to talent and economic attraction: good job opportunities, permissive policy and land use, quality of life, connection and community, and talent and momentum.  

Edmonton’s strength lies in its ability to offer a variety of housing, whether row housing, single-family homes, town homes, mid-rise and infill units, or suburban small-scale and mixed-use neighbourhoods. With infill, it’s not just about adding homes — it’s about collaboration between industry, trust from residents, and redefining how communities grow and adapt.

Mayor Andrew Knack joined BILD Edmonton Metro’s sold-out luncheon to discuss Edmonton’s growth, housing supply, and economic future, outlining City Council’s priorities while emphasizing the need to maintain efficient policies, reduce red tape, support continued housing development, and foster public-private collaboration.

In a city where pets are a part of the family, planning for dogs is no longer an industry option — it’s a necessity. The Edmonton region offers a great quality of life and diverse housing, and a big part of this lies in accommodating pets.