buildingSMART Canada

About

buildingSMART Canada (bSC) is the Canadian chapter of buildingSMART International, a not-for-profit organization focused on advancing open data standards and Building Information Modeling (BIM) in the construction industry. bSC serves as the national headquarters for BIM standards in Canada, promoting the adoption of openBIM to enhance the built environment through accessible and sustainable digital data. The organization develops and promotes Canadian BIM standards, including information delivery manuals and data models. It offers educational resources and professional certifications in collaboration with training providers. bSC also engages with the community by hosting events, providing newsletters, and facilitating collaboration among industry stakeholders. Through its efforts, bSC connects Canadian professionals with global networks and supports the integration of BIM with Geographic Information Systems (GIS).