About
SSRIA is distinctly focused on the AEC industry.
SSRIA is a not for profit member organization convening a diverse group of leaders.
We foster collaboration and action to accelerate the adoption of innovative low-carbon solutions for the built environment. We take an industry-led approach to achieve maximum environmental benefit while developing economic opportunities and showcasing the building industry’s leadership. SSRIA is distinctly focused on the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry and all those who serve this industry including educational institutions, suppliers, manufacturers, and other associations.
Our People
SSRIA is governed by a multi-stakeholder board of directors made up of representatives from all areas of the building industry, and is a showcase for diversity in leadership in this industry.
Vision
Revolutionize the design, construction, and operations of our buildings to reach a zero-carbon built environment by 2050
Mission
We will accelerate the adoption of innovative low-carbon solutions for buildings. Our collaborative approach and industry-led solutions will demonstrate Canadian leadership and drive economic development.
What is innovation to SSRIA?
Innovation is new. Not mainstream. A change to how the AEC industry traditionally designs, engineers, constructs and manages building operations. But innovation is still practical, commercially viable and makes an impact.
Land Acknowledgement
We recognize that SSRIA activities take place in what we call Alberta which is the traditional and ancestral territory of many peoples, presently subject to Treaties 6, 7, and 8. Namely: the Blackfoot Confederacy – Kainai, Piikani, and Siksika – the Cree, Dene, Saulteaux, Nakota Sioux, Stoney Nakoda, and the Tsuut’ina Nation and the Métis People of Alberta. This includes the Métis Settlements and the Six Regions of the Métis Nation of Alberta within the historical Northwest Metis Homeland. We acknowledge the many First Nations, Métis and Inuit who have lived in and cared for these lands for generations and whose presence and traditional knowledge continues to enrich our community. We make this acknowledgement as an act of reconciliation and gratitude to those whose territory we reside on or are visiting.
Key policies
Conflict of Interest Policy
It is acknowledged that board members may have a conflict of interest with respect to particular projects that are presented for funding to the Board. In this event, the board member must declare that conflict of interest and refrain from sitting on any ad hoc committee considering the project in question.
Confidentiality Policy
It is acknowledged that projects applying for funding from the Entity will have confidential information and may or may not have patent protection for that intellectual property. This policy is required to ensure that the intellectual property possessed by each partner and applicant is retained in confidence so that there is no risk of public disclosure at the hands of the Entity.
Code of Conduct for Board Members
This policy is required to ensure that all directors are aligned in terms of their behaviour and dedication to the goals of the Entity.
Intellectual Property Policy
This policy is required to ensure that all member organizations, Board members, and project applicants understand the Board’s position with respect to the protection and/or sharing of intellectual property.
Project Qualification Parameters
The project qualification parameters will be recommended to the Board by the Standing Committee based on the Stage-Gate/ Milestone process.