The 29-unit supportive housing complex was craned in Regina, Saskatchewan over 2 days in April 2023 and completed just 5 months later. Designed and engineered by Indigenous-owned firms in collaboration with Big Block Construction, the complex is owned and operated by entities under File Hills Qu’Appelle Tribal Council. Today, it is a transitional place for people in need of supportive housing, empowering them to move toward independence. 

About the series

“Working with Modular” is a seven-part webinar series highlighting the features and benefits of modular construction. The content is designed to inform on-site builders and developers, code officials, municipal planners and housing specialists, government departments, lenders, warranty providers and other stakeholders engaged in the residential construction industry.

SPEAKERS:

Alex Miller

CEO·Big Block Construction

Alex is a passionate community builder with a personal investment total of more than $400 million in new construction housing development. He has a knack for leading and inspiring others to take efficient action for successful development journeys. He values trust, learning from best practices, and innovating through collaboration. Alex is also an active member of the community, serving on the Saskatchewan New Home Warranty and Canadian Home Builders’ Association boards. Alex will become President of the Canadian Home Builders’ Association in 2025.

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Nick Sackville

VP Community Development·Big Block Construction

A collaborator at heart, Nick is passionate about building lasting relationships, and communicating clearly and effectively. Nick brings seven years of experience in the non-profit sector to the Big Block team. He has expertise in government, community, and stakeholder relations and has worked in the housing industry since 2016. Nick works closely with community-minded non-profits to create a bridge of communication between the client and the team throughout the project journey. Nick was awarded the Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal in 2023 for his significant contributions to society.

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Frank Lohmann

Director, Building Science·CHBA

Frank became a certified journeyman carpenter and cabinetmaker in 1989 in Germany. After his graduation as building science engineer in 1996, he worked for 23 years at the National Research Council Canada – first on window and wall research and then on the development of the national construction codes. Since 2020, Frank has been the Director, Building Science at CHBA’s National office where he makes sure builders’ and renovators’ interests are represented on codes and standards committees. Frank complements the CHBA’s Tech Team by working on the Canadian Electrical Code and many climate change related files. He also advises CHBA’s Modular Construction Council.

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