Ottawa Construction News staff writer
The City of Kingston is calling for nominations for its 2026 Livable City Design Awards, recognizing projects that have enhanced the city’s built environment and public spaces over the past three years.
Held every three years, the awards celebrate excellence in urban design, architecture and landscape design that contributes positively to Kingston’s livability.
City officials say eligible projects can range from housing and mixed-use developments to heritage conservation initiatives, parks and other public realm improvements completed between Jan. 1, 2023 and Dec. 31, 2025.
“Whether it’s a new housing or mixed-use development, a heritage conservation project, a new park space or anything in between, we want to know what projects have resonated with the public and made a positive impact on the livability of Kingston over the last three years,” said Sukriti Agarwal, manager of policy planning for the City of Kingston.
“A livable city is one that is designed for all residents to move around easily, connect with one another, and enjoy,” Agarwal added.
The competition is open to both public and private projects, and nominations may be submitted by anyone. Full eligibility requirements are available on the City of Kingston’s website.
Submissions must be received by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. Eligible entries will be reviewed over the summer by a panel of experts, while members of the public will also have an opportunity to vote for a People’s Choice Award winner in the fall.
Award recipients will be recognized at a ceremony later in the year.
