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by AMANDA SHORE, m.arch, oaa, mraic RAIC Honours and Awards Manager M A R C H 2 0 2 5 | 5 PERSPEC TIVE MARCH 2025 VOLUME 39 | NUMBER 1 PUBLISHER Dan Chapman dchapman@canadawide.com 604.473.0316 EDITOR Natalie Bruckner nbruckner@canadawide.com SENIOR ART DIRECTOR Scott Laurie slaurie@canadawide.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Robin Brunet Laurie Jones Christine Morrissey SUBSCRIPTION INQUIRIES 604.299.2116 1.800.663.0518 subscriptions@canadawide.com CEO & GROUP PUBLISHER Ryan Benn GROUP VP, PUBLISHING & OPERATIONS Nina Wagner GROUP VP, FINANCE Conroy Ing, cpa, cma VP OF FINANCE Sonia Roxburgh, cpa, cga GROUP VP, EDUCATION & ADMINISTRATION Jane Griffiths VP OF SALES Anna Lee GROUP DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS Devin Steinberg DIRECTOR OF CIRCULATION Tracy McRitchie ACCOUNTING Eileen Gajowski Terri Mason CIRCULATION Kelly Kalirai AD TECHNICIAN Kim McLane EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT Hanna Dewar Award magazine is published four times a year by Canada Wide Media Limited. 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The statements, opinions and points of view expressed in articles published in this magazine are those of the authors and publication shall not be deemed to mean that they are necessarily those of the publisher, editor or Canada Wide Media Limited. The acceptance and publication of advertisement of products and services does not indicate endorsement of such products or services. The publishers cannot be held responsible for unsolicited manuscripts and photographs. T he RAIC International Prize, originally established in 2013 as the RAIC Moriyama Prize, was conceived based on the visionary ideals of Canadian architect Raymond Moriyama. He firmly believed that exceptional architecture possesses the power to transform society by embodying humanistic values such as social equality, respect, and inclusiveness. The prize recognizes architecture that creates environments contributing to the well-being of all people, aligning with these fundamental principles. In 2023, the RAIC International Prize evolved to reflect the broader mis- sion, vision, and values of the RAIC. This evolution introduced an annual thematic focus, emphasizing contemporary and critical issues in architec- ture. The inaugural theme in 2024, Indigenous Architecture, highlighted and celebrated Indigenous practitioners who integrate Indigenous knowledge and ways of knowing into the built and natural environments. THE IMPORTANCE OF RECOGNIZING RAIC VALUES INTERNATIONALLY The RAIC International Prize serves as a global platform to showcase Canadian architectural leadership and values, such as sustainability, inclusivity, and innovation. By engaging with international practitioners, the RAIC fosters cross-cultural dialogue and collaboration, enriching architectural discourse worldwide. These values are not only fundamen- tal to Canadian architecture but also resonate globally, inspiring projects that prioritize the well-being of communities and the environment. THE 2025 RAIC INTERNATIONAL PRIZE Architecture plays a critical role in inspiring meaningful action on global climate issues. The RAIC International Prize's 2025 theme, Climate Action, aims to spotlight an architect, practice, group, or project that exemplifies design excellence in addressing the climate crisis. This theme aligns with the RAIC's broader climate action commitments, including its Climate Action Plan and strategic initiatives aimed at reducing the car- bon footprint of the built environment. The recipient will be chosen by a selection committee and will be announced at the RAIC Conference on Architecture, scheduled for June 1 to 4, 2025, in Montreal. MEET THE 2025 SELECTION COMMITTEE The 2025 selection committee, chaired by RAIC past president Jason Robbins, includes a distinguished group of design and industry professionals from around the globe. This diverse group reflects the international scope and ambition of the prize, ensuring a robust and insightful selection process. ■ Afaf Azzouz, senior manager in Deloitte's sustainability and climate practice. She is a professional engineer, a Building Energy Modeling Professional (BEMP), and has a master's degree in sustainable engi- neering. She has also recently won four awards acknowledging her efforts, including from Clean50, Association of Energy Engineers, and the CaGBC. ■ Beatrice Galilee, an author, editor, curator, and founder of The World Around, a non-profit organization amplifying impactful global archi- tecture and design. As a visiting lecturer at the Pratt Institute, Galilee's work focuses on contemporary architecture and its future trajectory. ■ Dr. Harriet Harriss, a professor at Pratt Institute and former dean of its School of Architecture. An award-winning writer and educa- tor, Dr. Harriss is renowned for her contributions to social justice and climate crisis pedagogy, as well as her interdisciplinary approaches informed by feminist and decolonization theories. ■ Mona Lemoine, registered architect and sustainability consul- tant with 25 years of experience focused on practice, advocacy, and education in the built environment. Lemoine is the chair of the RAIC Committee on Regenerative Environments (CORE), and co-chair of the RAIC's Climate Action Plan (CAP) Steering Committee. She has served on several professional committees with the Canadian Green Building Council (CaGBC), US Green Building Council (USGBC), Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and the City of Vancouver. ■ Joanne Perdue, a leading voice in Canada's green building movement for more than 30 years. A registered architect since 1991, her leadership and advocacy in green buildings and sustainability have been recog- nized through the CaGBC's 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award, a USGBC LEED Fellow designation, and a Canada Clean50 award. ■ Jason Robbins, FRAIC, lead architect at AECOM Canada where he specializes in national defence and public safety projects. Throughout his career, Robbins has advocated for good design and architecture in our built environment. As RAIC past president, Robbins continues to support the RAIC's vision of a strong architectural community that is empowered to create change and support its members in their pur- suit of design excellence. ■ Whare Timu, a leading architect celebrated for his innovative approaches to Indigenous design and co-design practices. His port- folio includes culturally significant projects such as the University of Technology Sydney First Nations Residence and Te Manawataki o Te Papa Civic Square in Aotearoa New Zealand. The RAIC International Prize continues to inspire architects and designers to create meaningful, impactful work that addresses urgent global challenges. By celebrating projects that embody its core values, the RAIC reinforces architecture's capacity to lead societal transforma- tion and shape a more equitable and sustainable future. The 2025 RAIC International Prize – Climate Action

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