b'THE BUILDINGS SHOWassociation will be looking to make the most of its physical and virtual stages. A RESPONSIBLE RETURNThis is the number one show in Canada for the sector, so its a welcome Safety will take centre stage at this years Buildings Show. Proof ofopportunity to begin a dialogue with our vaccination will be required to attend in-person events, while showpeers about how were going to forge organizer Informa will be implementing numerous health and safety measuresour way forward through all this mess, throughout the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, where the event is takingsays Mollenhauer. We all recognize that place.we are getting back to normal, but were The health and safety of our attendees, speakers, exhibitors and partnersnot certain what thats going to look like. is our first priority, says Barnes, adding, With COVID still being a real factorBeing able to get everyone in the same and the situation in constant flux, we are planning for all options to enable ourroomeven if its virtual for somewill industry to reconnect in person this December. be a great opportunity.For more information, please visit, www.thebuildingsshow.comTCA is also planning to conduct its popular Annual TCA Christmas Luncheon, although on a smaller scale in demand for innovation, internationalPart of that strategy, adds Barnes, willorder to accommodate social distancing competition and the challenges ofbe hybrid experiences for attendeesand keep guests safe. Well have bidding in this environment, who wish to attend the sessions andappropriate health and safety protocols says Mollenhauer.presentations virtually: While 90 perso that we dont put anybody at risk, but cent of our attendees are excited towe certainly intend to host the lunch, In addition to the robust educationalget back to face-to-face, 78 per centsays Mollenhauer.program, attendees will also have theof attendees surveyed would like us toInforma shares this enthusiasm for opportunity to browse a highly curatedcontinue to provide virtual content. the upcoming show, as well as a line-up of installations, activations andWe are planning to provide opportunitiescommitment to providing a safe venue demonstrations, and other innovations. and solutions for our industry toin which to discuss what comes next transact, learn and engage year-roundfor the industry. We will be highlighting Informa notes the show will offerthrough hybrid, online and whats new and innovative in the market associations, organizations,in-person experiences. and calling attention to the labour professionals and experts a first- shortage across the fields and how we hand, complete overview of the builtPLANNING TO CONNECT can collectively tackle this, says Barnes. environment and use a variety ofTCA is eager to reconnect with itsThrough hybrid experiences driven technologies to help attendees makepartners at BOMA, BILD, Concreteby important topics, we will help our connections, share knowledge, andOntario and CABA at the Decemberindustry navigate and get the most out of source new innovations to drive theirshow. And like its industry peers, thethe show.business forward into 2022 and beyond. SAFETY ON THE FLOORThe challenges of uniting the industry under one (physical) roof are not being taken lightly by Informa. The company is planning the show in accordance with venue regulations and official government and local authority guidelines. It is also collaborating with association partners and relevant authorities to develop its AllSecure Standardsan approach that outlines 10-plus advanced cleaning and safety measures that will raise the bar on safety, hygiene,and high-qualityevent experiences. Our priority this year is to bring our industry together safely to create networking and learning opportunities through live and interactive sessions, access to new and innovative products, and accessible options for emerging professionals and leaders to connect, says Lisa Barnes, show director,Informa Connect.36Quarter 32021 BUILDERSDIGEST'