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Governor General’s Medals show a public spirit in architecture (opens original article in a new tab)

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Canada's Governor General’s Medals in Architecture highlight public projects like parks, a fire station, and an adaptive parking garage, showcasing improved public architecture and innovative design.

  • 11 Governor General’s Medals in Architecture awarded, four to public buildings including parks, fire station, and parking garage
  • Ottawa's Kìwekì Point and Edmonton's O-day’min Park Pavilion highlighted for integrating architecture with landscape and Indigenous design
  • Calgary's Parkade of the Future designed as adaptable sustainable structure, challenging traditional parking garage perceptions
  • Edmonton city architect Carol Bélanger credited for reforming design procurement, leading to innovative public projects

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