Only Canadian firm recognized this year by North American awards program

Manasc Isaac was named one of North America's top Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) firms in the May issue of Building Design and Construction Magazine. The eleven unranked 2009 AEC Best Firm winners were chosen based on innovative recruitment and retention practices, professional development, social and corporate responsibility, workplace environment, compensation/benefits, business practices and public perception of the firm.

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Although winners must rank highly in all categories, Manasc Isaac was distinguished for its work in sustainable design, in-house commitments that reduce the firm's environmental footprint and community participation. One unique employee program at Manasc Isaac is the Green Transportation Plan. Free bus passes or bonuses are provided to those who use public transit, walk or bike to work. Driving is discouraged through use of a pay-to park lot and an office Smart car is used for site visits and errands around town to eliminate the need for staff members to bring their personal vehicles to work.

To be named an AEC Best Firm is to be distinguished as one of the best employers in North America. "It is an honour for our fantastic staff to be recognized with this award," says Principal Vivian Manasc. "Our success as a firm is largely due to our ability to attract talented and enthusiastic team members. We are proud to be the only Canadian firm chosen as an AEC Best Firm this year."

All AEC Best Firms are profiled in Building Design and Construction Magazine. "Largely because of its outstanding record of environmental leadership and community involvement, Manasc Isaac continues to grow and prosper," reads the article about Manasc Isaac entitled Canadian Design Firm Makes Its Mark. To read the full article visit www.bdcnetwork.com/article/CA6657851.html.

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MANASC ISAAC
Manasc Isaac designs sustainable and culturally rich facilities across Western Canada. The firm was among the first in Canada to adopt the 2030 Challenge committing architects to greenhouse gas reduction targets. Manasc Isaac has been recognized with a number of significant awards, including the first-ever Brilliant Building Award, the Governor General's Award in Architecture and a Royal Architectural Institute of Canada Innovation Award.