The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada has announced Lisa Rochon of the Globe and Mail as the recipiant of the 2008 President’s Award in Architectural Journalism presented during the AANB/RAIC Conference and Festival held recently in Fredericton.

"Lisa is always clear and insightful, and her articles get the attention of business and community leaders across Canada," said jury member Vivian Manasc, PP/FRAIC. The award, offered annually, recognizes a unique story, article or radio or television piece for its contribution to the wide-spread dissemination of Architectural values and ideas. The winner is chosen by a jury of RAIC past presidents including Kiyoshi Matsuzaki, PP/FRAIC, now immediate Past President, Vivian Manasc, PP/FRAIC and Yves Gosselin, AP/FIRAC.

The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada bestows more than 80 honours and awards every year. Established in 1907, the RAIC is a voluntary national association representing almost 3,700 architects. As the leading voice of architecture in Canada, RAIC works to affirm architecture matters; to celebrate the richness and diversity of architecture in Canada; and to support architects in achieving excellence.