The City of Prince Rupert needed to replace the aging Woodworth Dam and turned to Austin Engineering (now BBA) to optimize its redesign. This was a critical project, as the 100-year-old dam is the main source of drinking water. Using an innovative 3D printing approach…
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First Narrows Pump Station Design-Build
The First Narrows Pump Station showcases the collaborative effort between stakeholders, the design-builder, and the owner that has resulted in one of Metro Vancouver’s flagship facilities. Located under the Lions Gate Bridge and adjacent to the Burrard Inlet, this project had…
Comox Valley Water Treatment Project
The Comox Valley Water Treatment Plant is a vital source of clean water for the community of Courtenay, Comox, and K’ómoks First Nation. Stantec, Aecon, and Comox Valley Regional District worked in partnership and collaboration with K’ómoks to deliver a new water treatment plant and…
ʔapsčiik t̓ašii (Upscheek Tashee)
The ʔapsčiik t̓ašii (pronounced Upscheek Tashee) is a 25-km bi-directional multi-use path with major bridges, boardwalks, highway culverts & extensions, amphibian crossings, pathway culverts, major walls, highway widening, Fisheries Enhancements, & switchbacks…
Líl̓wat Nation Poleyard Dike Upgrade
In 2022, NHC and Thurber collaborated with the Líl̓wat Nation and other members of the Pemberton Valley Emergency Management Committee to complete the Phase 1 design and construction of approximately 750 m of dike upgrades to the Poleyard Flood Defence System…
5th Street Bridge Rehabilitation
The 5th Street Bridge in Courtenay, BC is a vital component of the City of Courtenay’s infrastructure and important local landmark. Nearing the end of its service life, rehabilitation was required. A complex 40-year service life extension was completed which included…
Gilbert Trunk Sewer No. 2
The Gilbert Trunk Sewer Twinning – Gilbert Road Section project required the complex design & construction of a new 6.2 km pipeline that will collect City of Richmond sewage & convey it to the Lulu Island Wastewater Treatment Plant – eliminating existing sewer backups & overflows…
sθәqәlxenәm ts exwts áxwi7 (Rainbow Park)
DIALOG worked with Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation to design this unique and innovative park, setting a new direction for park design in the city. Extensive dialogue between stakeholder groups, municipal government, and designers brings this green space to the city center…
Central Surrey Recycling and Waste Centre
The Central Surrey Recycling and Waste Centre is the sixth facility in Metro Vancouver’s recycling and waste management network. It fills a previous service gap in this area of the region, increasing the convenience of recycling and waste management for…
Semiahmoo First Nation Infrastructure Redevelopment Project
For 3 decades, SFN has lived without safe access and supply to water. Years of fighting for a basic necessity urged the nation to take critical measures to ensure wellbeing and longevity of their community. Their advocacy to build a relationship with the City of Surrey…