Mass Timber Institute

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Ontario and British Columbia provide funding to local mass timber manufacturers Element5 and Mercer Mass Timber, respectively, to boost manufacturing capacity. https://lnkd.in/g-BeCFY8 https://lnkd.in/gehSBnBc

On May 21st, MTI Director Anne Koven joined a panel discussion on The Agenda with Steve Paikin titled “Is There a Mass Market for Mass Timber?” Panelists included Steven Craft from CHM Fire Consultants, Philip Silverstein from Moriyama Teshima Architects, and Christopher Williams from Timber Systems. Watch the full discussion here:

Tune in to a new episode of the Mass Timber Today Podcast! In this episode, Craig Applegath speaks with Michael Suljak, Vice President of Strategic Development at Eastern Construction, as he discusses his journey into the mass timber sector. Michael touches on several considerations for a mass timber project. The conversation covers the need for sustainable practices, the high costs of insurance during construction, the importance of early collaboration with mass timber suppliers, and the need for more experienced professionals in the industry. Listen to Episode 13 | Michael Suljak Discusses Mass Timber and Eastern Construction, out now on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/g9h6G6Cw

Tune in to an episode of the Mass Timber Today Podcast! In this episode, Craig Applegath speaks with Ryan Going, project manager with Pomerleau. They explore the longevity of mass timber buildings, highlighting the durability of various natural and engineered materials. Ryan speaks to his role and involvement in the construction of the University of Toronto’s Academic Wood Tower. They also delve into the economics of mass timber, addressing the need for more supply capacity and the challenges of permitting requirements. The role of mass timber in sustainable, affordable housing is also discussed, along with the potential of hybrid mass timber structures. Listen to Episode 12 | Ryan Going Discusses UofT’s Tall Academic Wood Tower, out now on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/gbMyiAtd

Tune in to an episode of the Mass Timber Today Podcast! In this episode, Craig Applegath speaks with Jeff Ranson, Director of Responsible Development at Northcrest Developments. Ranson describes mass timber in relation to the development goals of the Downsview Airport Lands master plan, touching on sustainability, economic viability, and procurement methods. He discusses innovations in mass timber construction and the importance of considering the environmental impacts of different building materials as a system. Ranson emphasizes the potential for mass timber in addressing the housing crisis and the potential for hybrid structures and low carbon materials in the future. Listen to Episode 11 | Jeff Ranson: Mass Timber in Master Plans, out now on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/gdeFXUFD

The Skyscraper Museum in New York is hosting an exhibit on the rise of mass timber construction, featuring built and unbuilt projects! The exhibit is on through August. https://lnkd.in/dwDzBY8v

Ontario’s decision to allow 18-storey buildings removes another barrier to encouraging the mass timber sector. More to do but this is a good start https://lnkd.in/gcCgAz3Q

Tune in to a new episode of the Mass Timber Today Podcast! In this episode, Anne Koven speaks with Jean-Marc Dubois, who is the Director of Business Development for Nordic Structures, the building systems division of Canadian lumber manufacturer Chantiers Chibougamau.  Jean-Marc's penchant for delivering customer solutions through value engineering and process optimization led him to join the structures division of Nordic Structures, collaborating with clients, architects, engineers, designers and builders to provide sustainable built Mass Timber solutions across North America. Listen to Episode 10 | Mass Timber Markets with with Jean-Marc Dubois from Nordic Structures, out now on Spotify, Apple, and Google Podcasts https://lnkd.in/gcvEjxEA

Join MTI, Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF), and DIALOG on March 20, 2024 for the Innovation in Mass Timber Building Design and Construction panel discussion. Register below: https://lnkd.in/gfKX8PcC