NextGen

ACO NextGen is a group within ACO dedicated to students and emerging professionals who share an interest in historic architecture and conservation. Since 2011, NextGen has led a series of programs and events for our members, including our annual Design Charrette and Job Shadow Program, Ontario Heritage Conference sponsorships, NextGen Awards, pub nights, building tours and lectures.

Visit our website at acontarionextgens.ca or get in touch at aconextgens@gmail.com.

MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS

Networking: Networking plays a key role in developing your career in conservation, and NextGen aims to expand on these opportunities as much as possible. Connecting you to established professionals in the industry to learn more about your career path, as well as connecting you with community members who share your interests.

Exclusive Events: NextGen events provide unique opportunities for members to gain hands on experience, make connections, and learn. We host two large annual events, a Design Charrette and Job Shadow Program, as well as smaller events throughout the year such as pub nights, lectures, tours, and more.

Community Engagement: Be a part of a community of like-minded, passionate, individuals who want to protect our structures and culture. We’ll make sure your never restricted from connecting with others based on your location by posting frequently on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram about local initiatives, at risk buildings, architecture=-related events, and more.

Job Postings: We want to make sure our passionate and talented members are able to enter to professional industry successfully, so we’re always on the lookout for job postings across Ontario that are relevant to architecture and culture to share across our network.

Mentorship: Members have the opportunity to organize events under the ACO NextGen banner. Whether you’d like to host a talk and tour to promote research you’ve pursued, or are interested in gaining valuable leadership and volunteer skills with a non-profit, the NextGen Executive Team can provide support to bring your event ideas to realty.

Heritage News: It can be difficult staying up-to-date on all the heritage news in Ontario, so we’ll find articles for you and share them on Facebook and Twitter.

Get Published: Publish your work and research in ACO’s ACORN magazine, our newsletter and our blog.