Harold Kalman has worked tirelessly to study, protect and share Canada's built heritage. An architectural historian, practitioner, teacher and author, he is a leader in the field of heritage conservation. Over the years, he has managed hundreds of preservation projects and has produced a body of influential writings, notably A History of Canadian Architecture and The Evaluation of Historic Buildings. In addition, he has contributed to the development of the profession, particularly as the founding president of both the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals and its British Columbia chapter.