Beyond Consultation: Reconciliation in Action - Site Tour
Hosted by: Women in Architecture Vancouver
Date: Sept 18 2026
Time: 2:00-3:30PM
Address: 410 Jackson St Vancouver BC
Join us on September 18th for an in-person site tour of the Ch’ich’iyúy Elxwíkn Affordable Leasehold Homeownership Project, a 140k ft2 development by the Aboriginal Land Trust in Vancouver.
The project offers an opportunity to explore how meaningful consultation, collaboration, and architectural design can contribute to reconciliation in action. Guided by Indigenous protocols and shaped in collaboration with Knowledge Keepers and community partners, the project honours the histories and stories of the three Host Nations.
Architect Abigail Tosto will share the story of the project and discuss how genuine Indigenous partnership has informed its development—from early engagement and visioning through design and construction. Participants will also learn about the roles of the Architect and Prime Consultant in bringing the project to life.
The event will begin with an online Lunch and Learn (separate registration), followed by this in-person guided site tour and an open discussion period.
Abigail Tosto is an Architect AIBC and Certified Passive House Designer with over 10 years of experience creating sustainable, inclusive, and community-focused architecture.
Ticket price:
$20 – site tour
50% of all proceeds will be donated to the Lu'ma Native Housing Society.
Important site-safety requirements: All site-tour participants must wear a high-visibility vest, hard hat, safety glasses, and steel-toed footwear. If you come without, you will not be allowed to enter site and no refunds will be issued.
This event qualifies for 1.5 Core Learning Units under the AIBC Continuing Education System.