Cascadia Windows & Doors - Wildfire Resistance: Window Strategies for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Design As wildfires increase in frequency and intensity across North America, architects, engineers, and builders face growing responsibility to design buildings that can better withstand these extreme events—especially in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. Windows are among the most vulnerable points in the…  Read more

Women in Architecture - Architecture & Design Film Festival (ADFF) Vancouver ADFF is back! Opening night is November 10th at the Hollywood Theatre, with the film "Mondo Fragil" about Chilean Pritzker Prize winning architect Smiljan Radic. The rest of the festival runs November 12-15 at the VIFF Centre. Earn learning credits while you enjoy the…  Read more

RAIC - AI and Waiver of Privilege Artificial intelligence tools are transforming how construction professionals manage projects, draft contracts, and communicate with counsel. But what happens when confidential or privileged information is uploaded to an AI platform? This webinar examines the emerging legal risks surrounding AI use and the inadvertent waiver of solicitor-client privilege and…  Read more

BCIT - XZEB 1140 – Introduction to Residential Mechanical Systems for Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings This course focuses on an integrated approach to residential HVAC mechanical equipment to meet national and provincial zero energy (BC Energy Step Code) requirements and Passive House standards. The course will help learners understand the best practices from…  Read more

RAIC - Thermal Envelope+: Practical Tools for Thermal Bridging Optimization This session introduces a practical, process-driven approach to thermal-envelope design and thermal-bridging optimization. Participants will examine why Canadian energy policy and performance-based requirements are increasing the need for better thermal data, design intuition, and early optimization. The webinar will demonstrate how the thermal envelope web…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Beyond the Frame: How High-Performance Fenestration Expands Design Possibility As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability. This…  Read more

Women in Architecture - Career Paths in Architecture Join WIA Vancouver's annual Career Paths event to explore the many directions an architectural education can lead. Sandra Rohler, Grace Aaraj, Giulietta Roz, and Alana Green will share their career journeys through brief presentations, followed by a panel discussion and Q&A. All are welcome; contact wia.vancouver@gmail.com for…  Read more