Kevin Carter

Senior Masonry Conservator, president, co-founder of Capital Conservation Services

Kevin is a highly respected heritage masonry conservation expert, bringing over 35 years of specialized experience to the field. His expertise spans both hands-on craftsmanship and management, with a focus on the restoration, rehabilitation, and conservation of heritage masonry. Having led a diverse range of projects with varying conservation philosophies, Kevin has developed a strong aptitude for solving complex challenges.

In addition to his leadership and project management skills, Kevin is proficient in advanced techniques such as stone carving, cutting, setting, and cleaning using laser, micro-abrasive, and chemical methods. Capital Conservation Services was founded to provide value-based, practical solutions that clients, project managers, and tradespeople can take pride in. Kevin has ensured CCS brings together a versatile team that incorporates both Canadian and international techniques and philosophies, ensuring that every project meets the highest standards of quality and precision.

Aliaksei Fedarenka

Senior Masonry Conservator, CAHP, CAPC

Aliaksei quickly became an integral part of Capital Conservation Services, now serving as a key member of the management team. His responsibilities include specification writing, materials testing, report writing, among other crucial tasks. He graduated in Art History and Archaeology from the University of Aix-Marseille I in France in 2004, followed by a BA in Diagnosis and Restoration of Built Heritage in 2006, and an MA in Restoration of Built Heritage from the University of Montréal in 2013.

Following his studies, Aliaksei worked on prominent monuments such as St. Trophime in Arles, the Cathedral of Orléans, and the Maison Carrée, a 2nd-century Roman building in Nîmes, where he employed advanced techniques like chemical consolidation and laser cleaning. From 2013 to 2018, he was part of the rehabilitation team for the West Block on Parliament Hill, Ottawa, earning a CAHP Excellence Award for their efforts.

In 2018, Aliaksei completed ICCROM’s prestigious 20th Stone Conservation Course in Mexico, focusing on both theoretical and hands-on aspects of stone conservation in the Maya region. Since joining CCS, he has been instrumental in driving the success of all company projects.

Sujan Shrestha

Senior Masonry Conservator/Structural Engineer/Ph.D., P.Eng

Sujan is a Civil/Structural Engineer with over fifteen years of international experience. Before relocating to Canada, he worked with the UNESCO Kathmandu Office on the restoration of heritage buildings damaged by the 2015 Gorkha Earthquake.

In 2015, Sujan earned his Ph.D. in Structural Engineering from Sapienza University in Rome, Italy, followed by a Post-Doctoral Fellowship at Carleton University in Canada in 2016. His research focuses on the digital documentation of cultural heritage using advanced technologies like photogrammetry and laser scanning, as well as the structural analysis of existing buildings.

Since 2019, Sujan has been applying his expertise as a Masonry Conservator at the Centre Block Rehabilitation Project, along with other significant projects at Capital Conservation Services.

Alex Blades

Intermediate Masonry Conservator

Alex Blades is a seasoned stone conservator with over a decade of experience in working on masonry buildings, sculptures, and monuments. She earned her BA in History from Carleton University in 2008, followed by a Diploma in Heritage Conservation from Willowbank School of the Restoration Arts in 2015, and an MSc in Historic Building Conservation from the University of Portsmouth in 2018, where her research focused on the use of hot mixed lime mortars in Canada.

Alex has extensive experience in both Canada and the U.K., carrying out conservation treatments and cleaning on high-value heritage assets and structures across public and private sectors. Her notable projects include Lincoln Cathedral Connected, The Leaves of Southwell Minster Project, Saint Marie among the Hurons masonry ruins, The Saskatchewan Legislative Building Rehabilitation, and the West Block Parliamentary Precinct project.

She joined Capital Conservation Services in 2022, where she continues to apply her expertise as a masonry conservator.

Matthew McMillan

Intermediate Masonry Conservator

Nadia Grogan

Intermediate Masonry Conservator

Nadia brings extensive experience from the stone industry to her role as a masonry conservator at Capital Conservation Services. Her experience spans various positions including conservation technician, draftsperson, project manager, and stonemason.

In 2012, Nadia completed her HBSc in Archaeology, Human Biology, and Art History from the University of Toronto. Her passion for built heritage conservation led her to pursue a college diploma in Heritage and Traditional Masonry in 2013. In 2023, she earned her MSc in World Heritage Conservation through University College Dublin.

Nadia has worked on a wide range of projects, including residential, commercial, and heritage work. Her expertise encompasses stone cleaning, repair, cutting, and installation, as well as project management for stone installation and fabrication.

Since joining Capital Conservation Services in 2019, Nadia has focused on the aspects of interior masonry conservation.

William Shotton

Intermediate Masonry Conservator

Will Shotton combines a deep passion for history and the preservation of Canada’s built heritage with over two decades of extensive hands-on experience, teaching, and continuous professional growth. Trained as a heritage stone mason, Will has played a key role in the conservation of some of Canada’s most significant and internationally recognized heritage stone buildings. His dual expertise as both a mason and conservator has established him as a respected figure in the field.

In addition to his practical experience, Will has also dedicated time to educating the next generation of heritage conservation professionals, teaching heritage stone masonry conservation at a recognized college. His commitment to maintaining the integrity of historical structures is evident in his current role, where he provides quality assurance for the conservation of the exterior of Centre Block on Parliament Hill. Will’s blend of technical skill, academic insight, and unwavering dedication to heritage conservation makes him an invaluable asset to any project he undertakes.