By eba
Parkin Toronto’s Social Club recently organized a walking challenge to promote a fun and healthy activity for staff during the last few weeks of summer. The Parkin Daily Step Showdown has officially wrapped up—with an incredible 15,348,852 steps logged! Over the course of this challenge, our 56 participants showed up with determination, energy, and commitment. … Continued
By eba
Parkin was proud to participate in the Cowichan District Hospital Golf Tournament on September 5, 2025—a wonderful event in support of an important cause. A highlight of the day was Parkin Director Cameron Shantz achieving a hole-in-one with a 165-yard shot. His accomplishment doubled donations thanks to the generosity of a donor. Many thanks to … Continued
By eba
This summer, talented students joined our Toronto, Ottawa, and Vancouver offices, bringing creativity, enthusiasm, and fresh perspectives. From contributing to Parkin Studio Design Charrettes to pulling together creative Pecha Kucha presentations, they added real value and plenty of fun. We’re grateful for the energy they shared with us. We wish them every success as they … Continued
By eba
Grandview Kids is a children’s treatment centre that represents a groundbreaking achievement in healthcare facility design. Designed by Parkin Architects, the new children’s treatment centre brings together architecture, interior design, and therapeutic innovation to create an environment that is inclusive, joyful, and deeply supportive of child and family well-being. Serving children with developmental, physical, and … Continued
By eba
We are proud to share that Kyle Basilius, AIA, ACHA, Principal at Parkin, has been appointed to the Board of the American College of Healthcare Architects (ACHA). The announcement was made at the Summer Leadership Summit 2025 in Denver, co-sponsored by the AIA Academy of Architecture for Health and ACHA. This year’s summit explored the … Continued
By eba
We’re excited to share that the Health Sciences Centre Women’s Hospital, designed by Parkin Architects in association with Architecture49, has been featured on Rethinking The Future! This landmark project — Manitoba’s first hospital with all-private patient rooms — sets a new standard for comfort, safety, and family-centered care. From bright, spacious rooms to spa-like birthing … Continued
By eba
We’re excited to share that the new South Niagara Hospital has been featured in Niagara News for its innovative, wellness-focused design. In the article, Parkin Associate, Gina Martino, highlighted the hospital’s use of rooftop healing gardens and biophilic design to create strong connections to nature, while Sohail Akhtar, Senior Associate, emphasized the importance of outdoor … Continued
By eba
We are excited to announce the launch of the Parkin University Virtual Speaker Series! This internal professional development initiative is designed to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration across our firm. Starting August 22, senior team members will host monthly sessions, sharing insights from their expertise in an open, engaging forum. These sessions are a great … Continued
By eba
To acknowledge the progress of the South Niagara Hospital, Parkin Associate, Gina Martino shares her insights on the significance of contributing to Canada’s first hospital designed to achieve WELL certification. No longer is it enough to simply react to illness or injury in healthcare design. Today’s healthcare spaces are being created to proactively promote well-being … Continued
By eba
The Cowichan District Hospital Replacement Project represents a transformative step in healthcare design—where state-of-the-art medical care is delivered in a space that prioritizes healing, connection, and cultural respect. Designed with a strong patient-centred focus, the seven-storey hospital is thoughtfully divided into a Diagnostic and Treatment (D&T) Centre and an Inpatient Unit (IPU) Tower, offering a … Continued
Unlock your potential and advance your career with Parkin. We’re committed to providing our employees with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to achieve personal and professional growth.