This month’s update from naturally:wood spotlights some of the most impressive recent advances in mass-timber construction in B.C. — including the striking example of The Confluence in Castlegar. As one of Canada’s first public-spaces to combine mass timber with Passive House certification, it shows how high-performance design, local wood and smart planning can deliver efficient, beautiful civic buildings. You’ll also find cutting-edge guidance from Canadian Wood Council and WoodWorks BC on light-frame mid-rise construction for high-seismic zones — including high-capacity shearwall systems and lightweight floor assemblies that keep costs down without compromising safety. Plus, don’t miss a look at the rapid-construction prowess of a six-storey timber hotel at Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre — completed in under a year using CLT panels and tall-timber framing. This issue proves how timber, innovation and local expertise are shaping the future of sustainable construction in B.C.