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2019 National Scholarship Winners Announced

GDC and the GDC Foundation proudly announce the winners of the 2019 Scholarship Awards, including two new national scholarships.
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Gibson: New Website and Extended Family

Gibson family has been extended by the addition of 8 more fonts, an all new website, and more.

Designing a sustainable election campaign

Designers can be the key decision-makers when it comes to sourcing printers and suppliers because our clients trust our recommendations. We also have a unique role in advocating that our clients’ materials be accessible to everyone and authentically represent diverse audiences. In this case study, we examine how those factors play a role in a sustainable election campaign.

Events

18 Oct

Launch Conference 2019

GDC BC’s annual career development conference for design students, graduates, educators, and employers.
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19 Oct

Design Week SK 2019 - Save the date

Design Week SK is a week-long celebration held in conjunction with the Premier's Awards of Excellence in Design which recognizes the great design work being done in Saskatchewan.

29 Nov

Human Factors: Design Education Pecha Kucha and World Café Round Table

Community + Advocacy

Introducing Fathom Studio

Two award-winning firms merging after more than two decades of collaboration.
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What is sustainable communication design?

Sustainable communication design is the application of sustainability principles to communication design practice. Practitioners consider the full life cycle of products and services, and commit to strategies, processes and materials that value social, cultural, economic and environmental responsibility.

Canadian Typography: A New Online Typographic Resource

Introducing canadiantypography.com — a website devoted to type and typography in Canada.

Apply Next Year for GDC Scholarships

Since 2003, the GDC has awarded $47,000 to students!

Drawing Night and AGM

Like to doodle, have a drink or some food, and talk about design?

The 2019 Applied Arts Awards

You’ve created some great pieces over the past year. It’s time to celebrate them!

Announcing the Get Behind Design draw winners!

52 donors this year – a big step up from previous years!

GDC Sustainability Case Studies

Our case studies highlight the work of GDC members who embrace principles of sustainable design. Want to share your sustainability story with the design community?

National Value Survey

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