About this Event
IPDA Story Time: Real Projects, Real Lessons
The construction industry continues to change. Owners need better outcomes, projects are more complex, and adoption of collaborative approaches such as Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) has risen across Canada.
Join us in Calgary on September 29 for an informal evening designed to bring together owners, advisors, architects, engineers, contractors, trades, and industry leaders who are interested in understanding how collaboration is transforming project delivery.
More than a networking event, this gathering is an opportunity to hear authentic stories from the people who have been involved in the full lifecycle of an IPD project. Experienced practitioners representing multiple perspectives across the industry will share short, candid accounts of projects where collaboration helped solve challenges, build trust, improve outcomes, and in some cases rescue situations where traditional approaches may have struggled. If you are interested in improving your project outcomes, this is the event for you.
The evening will begin with networking in a relaxed environment, giving attendees the opportunity to connect directly with experienced IPD practitioners, project leaders, owners, and decision makers. A series of brief five-minute stories will follow, highlighting lessons learned from real projects and offering insights into how collaborative delivery is being applied across sectors. The remainder of the evening will be dedicated to open discussion, allowing participants to ask questions, explore different perspectives, and engage directly with individuals who have firsthand IPD experience.
Whether you are:
· An owner considering alternative project delivery approaches,
· A designer, engineer, contractor, or trade partner seeking to better understand IPD,[KG1]
· An experienced IPD practitioner looking to expand your network,
· Or simply curious about the future of project delivery,
This event provides a rare opportunity to learn directly from those who have been involved in successful IPD projects.
The conversations will explore topics such as:
· Why owners are increasingly interested in collaborative project delivery models.
· How trust and transparency affect project outcomes.
· Lessons learned from real project successes and challenges.
· Situations where IPD created value that may have been difficult to achieve through traditional procurement approaches.
· Emerging trends shaping the future of construction and infrastructure projects.
This event also serves as a preview of the 2026 IPDA Annual Conference, taking place this November in Calgary. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about the conference, meet prospective speakers and participants, and discover additional opportunities to continue their IPD journey.
If you've ever wondered what collaborative delivery looks like in practice, this is your opportunity to ask questions, make connections, and hear the stories that rarely make it into formal presentations.
- Limited tickets – RSVP now!
- 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
- Saltlik Restaurant, Mahogany Room
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SALTLIK Calgary, 101 8 Avenue Southwest, Calgary, Canada
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