Turning innovation into impact: The next generation of construction
Construction professionals looking to explore new ideas and practical solutions won’t want to miss Turning innovation into impact: The next generation of construction at The Buildings Show 2026.
Taking place on Thursday, December 3, from 14:30 to 15:30 (ET) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, this interactive session will feature emerging leaders from the Canadian Construction Association’s (CCA) CONtact Mentorship Program alongside innovators from the Toronto Construction Association’s (TCA) 2025 Innovation Award shortlist.
From new ideas to real-world solutions
Emerging innovators will present their ideas to experienced industry leaders, who will test their real-world potential by examining implementation challenges, business value and pathways to broader adoption.
For contractors, construction professionals and industry leaders, the session offers fresh ideas, candid industry insight, and practical takeaways on how innovation can deliver meaningful results for their organizations.
Discover emerging solutions designed to improve productivity, safety, profitability and sustainability in construction—and explore what it takes to put them into practice.
Supporting the next generation through mentorship
Turning innovation into impact: The next generation of construction reflects the values behind CCA’s CONtact Mentorship Program: developing emerging talent while advancing innovations that improve productivity, safety and profitability. By bringing emerging innovators into conversation with experienced construction professionals, the program helps bridge the gap between new ideas and real-world application.
Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of the conversation
Session: Turning innovation into impact: The next generation of construction
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026
Time: 14:30–15:30 (ET)
Location: Metro Toronto Convention Centre, The Buildings Show
Whether you’re a contractor looking for new ways to improve project delivery, an industry professional interested in emerging solutions, or a leader exploring opportunities to advance innovation within your organization, this session offers an opportunity to learn, ask questions, and exchange perspectives.
Expect fresh ideas, candid feedback and a practical discussion about where construction is headed next—and the people and solutions helping move it forward.