CLF Toronto: Women of Carbon Screening

The Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF) Toronto is proud to host an inspiring evening celebrating women leading the charge toward a low-carbon built environment, presented by Interface.

Women of Carbon is a powerful documentary film by Basia + Leonard Myszynski that shines a light on the remarkable women working to transform one of the world’s most carbon-intensive sectors: the built environment.

Through personal stories, global perspectives, and visionary leadership, the film explores how architects, engineers, material scientists, and policy advocates are reimagining what it means to design and build for a livable future. From developing carbon-storing materials to reshaping construction culture, Women of Carbon captures the creativity, persistence, and optimism driving this movement.

The film introduces audiences to a diverse cast of women leaders — from emerging innovators to global change-makers — who are tackling climate action through the lens of equity, collaboration, and community. Their work reveals not only the technical solutions to reduce embodied carbon, but also the cultural shifts needed to make systemic change possible.

At its heart, Women of Carbon is a story of hope — showing how inclusive leadership, shared purpose, and a willingness to challenge the status quo can accelerate the transition toward a low-carbon, regenerative built environment.

The film was made possible by: Nucor Corporation / American Wood Council / Hines / Timberlab / Interface / Softwood Lumber Board

Learn more about the film: https://womenofcarbon.solareye.biz/

Following the screening, stay for a panel discussion featuring Toronto-based experts driving innovation in sustainable design, construction, and development — and connect with peers at a networking reception over light refreshments.

This event welcomes architects, engineers, developers, policymakers, academics, and sustainability advocates — anyone interested in advancing low-carbon innovation and celebrating women’s leadership in the built environment.

Please be advised that photos and video will be taken at the event.

Thursday, October 30, 2025 Imagine Cinemas Carlton — 20 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON

5:30 PM — Doors open & registration
6:00 PM to 7:30PM — Women of Carbon film screening followed by panel discussion
7:30 PM to 9:00PM — Networking reception with light refreshments

Lara Gumushdjian

Director of Sustainability | Architect

Kirkor Architects and Planners

Lara Gumushdjian joined KIRKOR in 2015, having concluded her Master’s degree from the University of Toronto’s John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape & Design. Her attention to detail and ability to orchestrate large groups on complex programs has led KIRKOR's development of many successful projects. In addition to project management, Lara oversees the Research & Development of key sustainability initiatives as the Director of Sustainability; guiding our work toward innovative climate action. Lara also directly spearheads the Carbon Coalition, KIRKOR's subsidiary organization that targets embodied carbon reduction within the built environment through a holistic lens; collaboratively working with and connecting public, private, and industry sectors together to tackle decarbonization.

Lisa King, M.A.

Senior Policy Planner – Environment

City of Toronto

Lisa King has been a senior policy leader in the City of Toronto’s Planning Division for the last 20 years. Her tenure has been marked by significant contributions, in leading the establishment of Toronto's Zero Emissions Buildings Framework and the Toronto Green Standard. These initiatives aim to reduce energy use and emissions and promote nature-based solutions in the development sector. Lisa is the recipient of several awards from CLF, Passive House Canada, CaGBC and the Canada Clean 50 for contributions to clean capitalism. Lisa is urban environmental planner who works to promote sustainable resilient communities. She is an instructor at TMU. She resides in Toronto with her husband and daughter where she loves to garden, cycle and make pottery. She has a Masters degree from Antioch University Midwest and an undergraduate degree from Western University in London, Ontario.

Sarah Malott

Account Executive

Interface Inc.

Sarah Malott has been an Account Executive with Interface for the past 8 years. After training in Interior Design, and working for many years in contract furniture, it was time for a new challenge. Interface had an opening for an Account Executive, and she was fortunate to join a team of purpose driven, sustainability focused (and really fun!) individuals. Now she is helping to contribute to Ray Anderson’s mission of transforming Interface into a restorative enterprise, along with doing our part to create a climate fit for life. The Journey continues!

Shoshanna Saxe, PhD, P. Eng. Associate Professor

University of Toronto

Dr. Shoshanna Saxe is an Associate Professor in the University of Toronto’s Department of Civil and Mineral Engineering, Canada Research Chair in Sustainable Infrastructure and the Director of the Centre for the Sustainable Built Environment. She investigates the relationship between the infrastructure we build and the society we create to identify opportunities – and pathways – to better build our way to the sustainable future.

Panel Moderated By:

Meghan Wilson

Senior Manager, Sustainability

The Daniels Corporation

The Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF) Toronto is a local hub of the global CLF network, connecting professionals across architecture, engineering, construction, development, and policy to accelerate climate action.

We host monthly events that foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing, and organize the Ontario Embodied Carbon Awards, the province’s premier program recognizing leadership in low-carbon design and construction.

Learn more: https://www.clftoronto.com/

Interface FLOR Canada, Inc. is part of a global flooring solutions company and sustainability leader. We offer an integrated portfolio of carpet tile and resilient flooring products that includes Interface® carpet tile and luxury vinyl tile (LVT), nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs for commercial and residential spaces. Made with purpose and without compromise, Interface flooring brings more sophisticated design, more performance, more innovation, and more climate progress to interior spaces.

Learn more: https://www.interface.com/CA

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