natural building
east
On the Shores of Change
Housing Security, Disaster PReparedness, and a Low Carbon Future
CONFERENCE & WORKSHOPS
May 9 - 11, 2025
DESIGN / BUILD
MATERIALS
COLLABORATIONS
Join us at The Deanery Project for a landmark ecological design conference for designers, builders, planners, researchers, students, and home owners on May 9 - 11, 2025
Highlights
Conference theme:
ON THE SHORES OF CHANGE
Participants in Natural Building EAST will explore innovative and sustainable construction materials, energy systems and community design opportunities that can change how we address our housing, climate, and ecological needs now and in future.
Housing Security
Natural Building EAST champions sustainable, low-cost housing solutions using local materials and accessible building methods to foster resilient communities.
Disaster Preparedness
Natural building techniques harness local, climate-responsive materials to create structures that withstand extreme weather and support community resilience.
Low Carbon Materials
Natural building prioritizes renewable materials and energy-efficient designs, actively reducing emissions and sequestering carbon for a more sustainable future.
The last Natural Building EAST Colloquium was held in 2019 and featured keynote speakers such as Mark Lakeman (Communitecture and City Repair Project) and Chris Magwood (Endeavour Sustainable Building Centre).
SPonsorship opportunities
You are invited to support this ground breaking event as a Partner, Champion or Supporter.
Sponsors receive many benefits and enable a vision to bring together more than 100 designers, builders, suppliers, homeowners, students and developers interested in learning about natural building systems, and how they can reduce our carbon footprint.
OPPORTUNITIES TO SUPPORT
- sponsoring speakers or panel discussions
- sponsoring participation of students and low waged earners
- sponsoring a nutrition break or meal
- donating equipment (tents, chairs, etc.)
- donating pens, notepads, reusable bags, or similar for conference swag bags
Other options include sponsoring a key note presenter’s travel or honorarium, contributing toward our bursary fund, donating items for swag bags and more! Please be in touch with us if you’d like to discuss different sponsorship opportunities!
Presenters: Call for Proposals
Natural Building EAST invites presenters, educators, and practitioners to submit proposals for Natural Building EAST 2025, a gathering dedicated to advancing sustainable, resilient, and regenerative building practices. We seek engaging workshops, panel discussions, demonstrations, and presentations that inspire action and deepen knowledge in natural and low-impact building.
Event Details
Dates: May 9 - 11 2025
Location: 751 West Ship Harbour Road, Lower Ship Harbour
Theme: Housing Security, Disaster Preparedness, and a Low Carbon Future
Proposal Topics
We encourage submissions on a wide range of topics, including but not limited to:
- Housing Security & Affordability: Innovative solutions using local, natural, and low-cost materials.
- Disaster Resilience & Climate Adaptation: Strategies for flood, fire, and extreme weather resistance.
- Low-Carbon & Carbon-Sequestering Materials: Sustainable material innovations and net-zero construction.
- Hands-on Skill Building: Demonstrations and workshops for practical knowledge transfer.
- Indigenous & Traditional Building Practices: Honoring and learning from cultural building traditions.
- Policy & Advocacy: Navigating regulations, codes, and advocacy for natural building.
- Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency: Reuse, salvage, and regenerative material cycles.
- Community-Led Housing & Co-Building Models: Exploring cooperative housing and self-build strategies.
Submission Guidelines
- Proposal Title: Clear and concise title.
- Presentation Format: Workshop, demonstration, panel, lecture, or other.
- Presenter Information: Name, contact info, bio (100 words max), and relevant experience.
- Abstract (250 words max): A summary of your session, including key takeaways.
- Session Length: Typical sessions are 60-90 minutes, but alternative formats are welcome.
- Technical & Space Needs: Outline any required materials, space, or AV equipment.
- Deadline for Submissions: [Insert Deadline]
- If you have questions or would like initial feedback on your idea(s) before submission, email us at thedeaneryproject@gmail.com or you can reach us by phone at 902-845-1888.
Ready to apply?
This is a competitive process, in submitting a proposal you commit to adhering to presenters’ deadlines and requirements. (Which are…).
Selected presenters will be notified by [Insert Notification Date]. Accepted speakers will receive complimentary event registration for the day of their session and promotional support for their work.
Join us in shaping a more sustainable, accessible, and regenerative built environment!