Canada Leading the Way: Innovating for a Sustainable and Resilient Housing Future

Summary

We look at the future of housing innovation in Canada, with a focus on how technology—especially AI and digital solutions—can help tackle the housing crisis. Experts Brey Tucker and Tony Yang break down the evolution of construction practices, the challenges posed by workforce skill gaps, and the game-changing potential of digital twins and BIM. They also highlight the need for stronger collaboration between academia and industry to drive innovation and boost housing production.

For more information on DIGITAL’s Housing Growth Innovation Program, visit DIGITAL's Housing Growth Innovation Lab

Guests

Brey Tucker - Tucker Technology Consulting and McElhanney Engineering

Tony Yang - Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at the University of British Columbia

Sources

The Best Kept Secret in Construction - Tedx Talks

AI in Construction - CBS News Miami

Robots Building Homes - CBC The National

The Power of Digital Twins in Construction - Shawn Kanungo YouTube Channel