Upcoming Events

University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents: Ken Smith, Founder and Principal of Ken Smith Workshop - New York City.   Lecture title: "Places Have Memory" Ken Smith is one of the best-known of a generation of landscape architects equally at home in the worlds of art, architecture, and urbanism.  Trained in both design and the fine arts, he explores the relationship between art, contemporary culture, and landscape.  His practice, Ken Smith Workshop was...

The Ontario Association of Landscape Architects introductory webinar takes a step back from the rapid proliferation of new AI tools to consider AI as a broader shift in the conditions of design and creative practice, influencing how ideas are conceived and developed. It develops practical AI literacy by examining what AI means for designers, what it can accelerate, what it may simplify or overlook, and where human judgment, critical evaluation, and professional accountability remain essential. Whether new to AI or seeking a broader perspective, attendees will gain a clearer understanding...

The Global Learning Advisor from the Study Abroad Office and Carie Devitt, BLA Academic Advisor, will hold an information session for second-year Bachelor of Landscape Architecture students interested in applying to the exchange program. This is a specific study abroad information session for BLA students. Directions: The OAC Alumni & Heritage space is in Johnston Hall; enter...

Are you interested in heritage planning, conservation, environmental stewardship, or a career in the environmental sector?  Students are invited to attend Conservation in Heritage, a free professional development event hosted by the Latornell Conservation Symposium Professional Development Program. This event is designed for students and early-career professionals interested in learning more about careers and current practice in conservation and heritage planning. ...

University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents: Fireside Chat with Isadore Sharp, Founder and Chairman of Four Seasons.   Isadore Sharp is the founder and Chairman of Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a collection of luxury hotels and resorts recognized worldwide for setting the standard in hospitality, service, and design excellence. What began as a singular vision has grown into a global enterprise defined by innovation, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to...

We invite you to join us for the Canadian Agri-food and Rural Advisory, Extension and Education (CAREE) 2026 Symposium: "A Cross-Sectoral Approach to Extension and Advisory Services in Canada", taking place on October 24, 2026, at the University of Guelph. While CAREE has a strong foundation in agricultural and rural extension and advisory services, the conversation is much broader. CAREE 2026 will bring together people working across rural and community development, education, capacity...

We are pleased to have Jay Wall joining us for a special lecture on Graphic Design Fundamentals. Jay Wall, RGD, leads communication design at O2 Planning and Design in Toronto, creating strategies, visual identities, and engagement materials that support inclusive participation in shaping cities and landscapes. This lecture is generously supported by the Student Teaching Enhancement Fund of the...

The Guelph Wellington Digital Equity Coalition (GWDEC) is a network of community leaders working together to improve access to reliable internet, quality devices, and opportunities to develop digital skills. Join us at the Guelph Public Library Main Branch or online on Teams to celebrate GWDEC's five-year journey and learn about the impact of its digital inclusion initiatives. Over the past five years, various SEDRD students have been involved in GWDEC. Together, we'll explore the digital divide and the evolving...

University of Guelph - Landscape Architecture Guest Lecture Series presents: David Godshall, Co-Founder and Principal of TERREMOTO.   Lecture Title: "Surfing a Tsunami: Landscapes that Glide Amidst Uncertain Futures" David Godshall is the co-founder and a principal at the TERREMOTO, a California based landscape architecture dsign studio. With his team of twenty-eight people, David endeavors to design and...