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    • 24 Apr 2025
    • 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
    • Floform Countertops 10417 174 Street NW, Edmonton, AB T5S 1H1
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    Silica & Manufacturing: Understanding the Risks and Responsibilities of Choosing the Right Fabricator


    April 24, 2025 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM

    Floform Countertops

    10417 174 Street NW Edmonton


    Join us for an informative evening on the benefits of approved fabrication processes regarding silica. How to educate the end consumer to put their mind at ease in order to chose the right product for you client.

    5:00-5:30 PM Cocktail Reception

    5:30-6:30 PM Presentation by Ted Sheritt, CEO of Floform Countertops and Board President at ISFA

    6:30-7:00 PM Q&A and Socializing in the Showroom


    • 8 May 2025
    • 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
    • Benjamin Moore The Brilliant Brush 17203 107 Ave NW Edmonton
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    Colour and Paint in Environments for the Aging

    Presented by Benjamin Moore's Amanda Jull

    Add a new dimension to your colour specifying service and learn about Colour & Paint in the Environments of the Aging. Understand and recognize the colour and perception challenges our aging population faces and use this insight to create spaces to keep your customers (and loved ones) safely aging in place.

    May 8, 2025 | 5:30-7:30 PM

    The Brilliant Brush

    17203 107 Ave NW

    Edmonton, AB T5S 1E5


    Excellent appetizers and light refreshments will be provided. Make sure to arrive on time to mix and mingle before the presentation begins and all attendees will be entered in a draw for a fabulous door prize.

    5:30-6:00 Welcome and Networking

    6:00-7:00 Presentation

    7:00-7:30 Q&A and Wrap-up


    About Amanda:

    Amanda Jull is Benjamin Moore’s Architectural & Design Representative for Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.  Offering best-in-class service from spec to project completion, Amanda offers expertise and resources for your professional needs. 

    Her services include:

    • Specification and paint schedule support for residential, commercial, hospitality, civic projects and more. 
    • Extensive colour, product, and finish knowledge.
    • Tools of the trade such as complimentary swatches, fan decks, designer kits, and more.
    • Continuing education opportunities and exclusive trade event invitations.

    • 14 May 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Wisdom Wednesday

    Erin Vanderveen, Partner at Stillman LLP, will be presenting on Contract Fundamentals for Interior Designers

    May 14, 2025 at 12:00 PM MST on Zoom

    Learn how to read, understand, and negotiate contracts that protect your design business. A must-attend session for residential interior designers looking to strengthen their professional practices.

    Note: the link to the Zoom meeting will be shared in your registration confirmation email.


       About Erin

    Erin Vanderveen began her legal career with Stillman LLP as a research student, rising through the ranks to articling student, associate, and ultimately Partner in January 2025. A lifelong Edmontonian, Erin is proud to serve the legal needs of her hometown’s growing professional and construction communities.

    Erin’s practice focuses on real estate, litigation and contract law, with a particular emphasis on the construction industry. She advises clients ranging from interior designers and builders to homeowners and developers, helping them navigate contract negotiation, risk management, and dispute resolution with clarity and confidence. Her work is grounded in a strong understanding of the practical realities faced by creative and construction professionals. She is engaged in Edmonton’s construction and design community and enjoys contributing to local committees and attending industry events that foster innovation and collaboration, including being on the NextGen Committee of BILD Edmonton.

    When she's not at the office, you can find Erin in the mountains or exploring Canada’s mountains and lakes with her kayak.

    • 11 Jun 2025
    • 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
    • Zoom
    Register

    Wisdom Wednesday

    Jenn Wolowich, CFP, B. Psych, will be presenting on Designing Your Safety Net: Income Protection for Interior Designers

    June 11, 2025 at 12:00 PM MST on Zoom


    Your creativity and expertise are the backbone of your business - but what happens if illness or injury prevents you from working? During this Wisdom Wednesday session we'll dive into the importance of income protection and how living benefits can help safeguard your income and business continuity. We'll also cover strategies for integrating these protections into your financial planning and discuss when they are tax deductible to your business.

    Note: the link to the Zoom meeting will be shared in your registration confirmation email.


       About Jenn

    Jenn Wolowich is a Certified Financial Planner in Alberta. Her passion for financial literacy is fuelled by her desire to create an environment where learning about money is fun, approachable and free from shame. With over a decade of experience, her speciality is helping Canadian families simplify their finances so they can achieve financial security and grow their legacy.

Past events

10 Apr 2025 Vicostone Product Knowledge and Sound Bath (3 Sessions)
9 Apr 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: BDC 101 - How to Get a Business Loan
25 Mar 2025 An Introduction to ICO Bath with Robinson Lighting and Bath
20 Mar 2025 2025 DIDAA Business Summit
12 Mar 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Starting Over - What I did Differently & What I Learned
27 Feb 2025 DIDAA Member Appreciation Social
19 Feb 2025 Tile 101 with Ames Tile & Stone (CEU)
12 Feb 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Money Talks - What Every Designer Needs to Know About Business Finances
29 Jan 2025 Kitchen Design Tips & Tricks
15 Jan 2025 Wisdom Wednesday: Renovation Ready - The Role of Organization In A Smooth Transition
18 Dec 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Benjamin Moore Colour of the Year & Colour Trends 2025 (A CEU Presentation)
28 Nov 2024 Slab n' Paint with BFC Flooring and Julian Tile
13 Nov 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Working with Contractors
7 Nov 2024 Business Round Table - November
6 Nov 2024 Specifying the Right Hardwood for the Job
22 Oct 2024 Stair & Rail Design Showcase
16 Oct 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Press & Media with Amanda Lwanga
3 Oct 2024 Business Round Table - October
19 Sep 2024 DIDAA AGM
5 Sep 2024 Business Round Table - September
14 Aug 2024 Wisdom Wednesday: Onboarding with Brenda Brix
9 Aug 2024 DIDAA Social
1 Aug 2024 Business Round Table - August
12 Jul 2024 DIDAA Social - Patio Party
13 Jun 2024 YEG to YYC Designer Road Trip: An Exclusive Journey into the World of Design
11 Apr 2024 "Let's talk about those walls"
21 Mar 2024 Don't Sell Yourself Short. Learn How to Sell High-End.
29 Feb 2024 Benjamin Moore Presents The Science of Colour & Light, A CEU Presentation
9 Nov 2023 Glass Glamour: A Designer Showcase Night
19 Oct 2023 Designing for Business Success
17 Oct 2023 Shattering the Glass Ceiling
20 Sep 2023 Life Work Balance - All About Perspective, with Brenda Brix
14 Sep 2023 DIDAA 2023 Annual General Meeting
10 Aug 2023 ORWW's Summer Beer-B-Q Bash!
20 Jul 2023 Cabinets and Cattle, by AG Woodcrafting
6 Jul 2023 Cabinetry Cantina, by Archetype Kitchens
8 Jun 2023 Urban Granite presents Italian Quality!
1 Jun 2023 Prima Stone + Iron River Surfaces June 1st
3 May 2023 For the Love of Fabric! With Rainbow Draperies
20 Apr 2023 Flights & Floors
11 Apr 2023 Sprouting into Spring
9 Mar 2023 Wedi Seminar - Tile and Stone Source Edmonton
7 Mar 2023 Colour Foundations, a Benjamin Moore CEU!
8 Feb 2023 Hearts & Honey, FEB 8.
7 Feb 2023 ChamClad's New Product Launch!
1 Dec 2022 Kitchen Range Hoods and their Impact on Kitchen Design
9 Nov 2022 World Of Tile
21 Jun 2022 Wallpaper & It's Best Applications
26 May 2022 Customised Shower Solutions For Every Need
23 Mar 2022 Storm Appliances Designer Tour
22 Feb 2022 Luxury Lighting to Enhance Aging in Place
19 Jan 2022 Colour & Paint in Environments for the Aging
10 Nov 2021 Importance of Range Hoods in Kitchen Design
24 Jun 2021 Brand like a BOSS!
26 Apr 2021 Risk Assesment
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