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Q: What can I expect from a SPARK event?

A: Meaningful connections. Are you new to the industry? Have you recently moved from another city or province? Or, are you looking to test out another sector within the design community?

Whatever your path might be, SPARK events are geared toward starting the dialogue amongst our members and bridging the gaps to make lasting connections.

Q: What makes a SPARK event different from the typical IDA event?

A: SPARK is an initiative provided by the Interior Designers of Alberta, intended to build upon the current list of events. As a valued member, we want SPARK to be your local platform. Whether you’re an emerging designer; working professional; or soon-to-be retiree; more frequently held events will help strengthen local engagement and provide the opportunity for more proactive participation.

Q: Why attend a SPARK event?

A: SPARK events are geared toward the sole purpose of strengthening our community through interaction.

Have you ever spoken to another designer and be absolutely inspired by what they’re saying? We can learn a lot from our peers, no matter what their educational background is, or what stage of their career they are in. Great conversations often spark inspiration.

SPARK Launch Mixer

For the launching of SPARK, we are holding a Mixer for Emerging Professionals, called “Beyond Gin and Tonic", January 24, 2019, in Edmonton. This isn’t just any mixer, it is an opportunity to connect with other emerging professionals and members currently belonging to the Interior Designers of Alberta. We are partnering with Cornerstone Cocktail Club, a talented group of local mixologists who will be providing beautifully crafted cocktails (and food) for our event. Tickets will go on sale in the coming weeks, so make sure you are staying connected with the IDA on all our social media platforms. See you in the new year!

** What qualifies as an Emerging Professional? Any designer or interior design technologist in their first 1-7 years of their career. You do not need to be a present member with the Interior Designers of Alberta in order to attend this launch event**

IDA Member Portal

2019 IDA Membership Renewals

Renewals are now available through the Members Only section in the IDA website and a reminder email was recently sent to all members. If you have any questions regarding how to complete the renewal, please contact the office.

Note: Renewals will not be mailed physically this year.

MASI 2019 Awards Presentation Now Available!

Take a look at the projects that made the cut at our 2019 MASI Design Awards presented in Regina, SK on October 18, 2018. Congratulations to all of the winners and thank you to all that participated in making this year's event a success!

The New Face of BUILDEX in Alberta

BUILDEX combines its two annual shows, BUILDEX Calgary and BUILDEX Edmonton, as it aims to bring together a larger representation of the Alberta building industry. The merger will combine the strengths and successes of the two entities, creating the province’s largest business to business platform for the holistic building community.

How NCIDQ Exam Scores Are Calculated

Step 1 - Establish Standard

Through a facilitated process, a panel of subject matter experts (SMEs), all NCIDQ-Certified volunteers, determines what a 'Minimally Competent Candidate' will be expected to know and not know, in accordance with the exam blueprint.

Step 2 - Rate Questions

Individual panel members take the exam and rate how many 'Minimally Competent Candidates' out of 100 would answer each question correctly.

Step 3 - Analyze Scores & Ratings

Panel members' exam results and ratings are statistically correlated, and an average pass score is derived for discussion. The panel then focuses on questions where the ratings deviate and adjustments are made to individual ratings.

Step 4 - Final Recommendation

Final ratings are calculated and analyzed, resulting in a recommendation for a ?nal passing score. The CIDQ Board of Directors reviews the work of the panel and decides whether to accept the panel recommendation or modify within
statistically valid parameters to arrive at the passing score.

Contact CIDQ

inquiries@cidq.org

www.cidq.org