Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Last Planner System: Why it Works & How to Ensure Success The Last Planner® System is a lean production planning system designed to produce predictable workflow and continuous improvement in construction. The system has proven to help teams deliver better projects in less time at a lower cost – but…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Civil Sitework Estimating Participants will learn skills and knowledge to estimate civil sitework construction projects and prepare a successful bid. Note: Attendees of the Construction Estimating course will find a significant amount of duplicated content. Date: October 31 - November 1, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (each day)…  Read more

EPIC Training - Municipal Construction Inspection A municipal construction inspector is the representative of the municipality. The job requires technical knowledge and the ability to deal with others such as contractors, engineers and the public in a professional manner. This workshop will enable you to understand the key competencies, roles and responsibilities of an inspector…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Managing Change in Construction Changes on construction projects are inevitable and are often a source of friction. This create problems for both the Owner and the Contractor as well as the other participants involved with the project (Consultant, Subcontractors, Sub-Subcontractors and Suppliers). In this half-day workshop, the Change Management Process…  Read more

EPIC Training - Design of Sanitary Sewer and Storm Water Drainage Systems - Workshop Eighty percent of a municipality’s problems are caused by twenty percent of its sanitary sewers & stormwater drainage systems. The best way to avoid the majority of future problems is to pay greater attention to them during the design phase. This…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Proposal Pursuit - "Strategies for Success!" Whether you are the: - Project Owner or P3 Developer seeking qualified contractors or issuing a proposal request, - Design Consultant creating, reviewing or participating in the process for Design Build or Integrated Project Delivery, - General Contractor responding to any project delivery method…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - High-Impact Leadership: Apply, Inspire, Engage Companies with strong, healthy, cultures outperform their competitors. Company leaders, either on site or at the office, have a direct impact (for better or worse) on project performance, productivity, staff recruitment, and retention. Now is the time to invest in your most important assets and…  Read more

EPIC Training - Diagnosing Defects in Aging Concrete Structures and Developing Effective Repair Solutions Despite the costly and tragic failures of some North American concrete structures, there is currently a lack of guidelines and procedures for assessing, testing, classifying, and prioritizing preventive and corrective action for these structures. This course focuses on training participants to…  Read more

EPIC Training - Total Building Commissioning Process Building commissioning, a tool originally developed for HVAC systems, is being extended to all new building energy systems. Many major companies and government agencies now require the commissioning process on new construction and renovation projects. Owners of institutional, commercial, and industrial buildings and large multi-unit residential buildings must…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Trade Contracts: A Double-Edged Sword Subcontracts are becoming more and more confusing and onerous. As a Trade Contractor, it’s in your best interest to have a clear understanding of your contract before a problem threatens your business rather than after, when it’s too late. In this class we’ll be using…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Excel for Construction - Novice During this course, participants will learn the tools to help them better understand their business performance, examine profitability of various jobs and business areas, develop budgets, and examine business scenarios all through the use of Microsoft Excel. Date: November 2 & 9, 2022 Time: 10…  Read more

Cornerstone Building Brands - Why NAFS Testing Alone does not Satisfy Code Requirements when Specifying Factory Manufactured Windows This presentation will discuss professional design and review requirements for factory manufactured fenestration that are not covered by the product NAFS ratings. Date: November 8, 2023 Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Online Cost: Free Learning…  Read more

EPIC Training - Building Condition Assessment - Repair and Maintenance Strategy As buildings and structures age, owners often rely upon engineers to perform building condition assessments to help them make the decision on the action necessary to upgrade or repair the structures. This course explores how decisions are made which are based on the results…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Communication Skills for Construction Great communication is essential for construction leaders! In this course, participants will learn how to improve their listening, speaking and writing skills. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to communicate goals and strategies effectively, as well as lead collaborative decision making. Date: November…  Read more

EPIC Training - Design of Lightweight Wood Framed Lateral Load Structural Systems Lightweight wood framed construction has gained significant popularity over the past decade as a sustainable, cost-effective solution for low-rise multi-residential buildings. The push has been to extend the use of light wood framing to mid-rise construction for increased density on urban infill projects.…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Effective Construction Meetings & Meeting Minutes Construction meetings are critical to successful management of construction projects. Regular site meetings on a project with well documented minutes can facilitate communication and produce better results - making it more likely that the project will be completed successfully. Effective construction meeting management is…  Read more

Passive House Canada - 120A: Passive House Design and Construction Passive House Design and Construction (120A) covers the technical, economic and policy elements of Passive House buildings. Participants will learn how to apply Passive House principles in the context of building physics, windows and mechanical systems. Numerous case studies, both domestic and international, will be…  Read more

RAIC - High Performance Wall Enclosure Systems for Commercial Buildings On the Path Towards Net Zero Ready Performance by 2030 Canada’s goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions to 30% below 2005 levels by 2030. To help achieve this goal, new energy efficiency requirements for new buildings have been introduced in the new National Energy…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - CCA Subcontracts 101 80% of the people managing construction contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the construction contract in place between the two organizations. This creates problems for both the Contractor and the Subcontractor (and Sub-Subcontractor). The Canadian Construction Association publishes standard documents for the…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Civil Blueprint Reading Using various samples of civil blueprints, participants will learn how to read civil construction blueprints, drawing specifications, and general notes, and will gain experience and practical knowledge for their day-to-day work on construction projects. Date: November 9, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners…  Read more

Passive House Canada - A Pattern Language from Passive House This four-part workshop presents design problems common to multi-unit buildings, followed by solutions that have worked in previous high-performance projects. These solutions are organized into “patterns” using a format adapted from A Pattern Language by Christopher Alexander (et al). Date: November 9, 16, 23, 30,…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Flixo Training: Model Thermal Bridges for High-Performance Buildings In this course, you will model thermal bridges using Flixo and understand the impact of design details on the energy performance of High-Performance Buildings/ Passive House Buildings. We cover the concepts and protocols for thermal bridge modeling. Then, you will model several common…  Read more

Construction Specifications Canada Vancouver Chapter - Expansion Joints THE BASICS This presentation will simplify the basic understanding of expansion joints in roofing and waterproofing application. This will include identifying common problems encountered and properly evaluate different methods of waterproofing expansion joints in order to make the right decision during the design phase. Date: November 10,…  Read more

Passive House Canada - 120C: Exam Preparation for Passive House Designer/Consultant Exam The Passive House Designer/Consultant Exam is challenging, even for experienced architects and building professionals, so thorough preparation is essential. This exam preparation course is specifically designed for those who have completed courses 120A and 120B (or equivalent), and who wish to write the…  Read more

EPIC Training - Challenges in Air Emission Management Industry continues to face increasingly stringent requirements to reduce air emissions to meet current regulations and the increasing pressure coming from enhanced public awareness. What will be the new requirements and what should we be doing now is the focus of the conference which brings together industry,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Getting Paid and Managing the Cash Flow In this half-day workshop the Payment Process in Standard Contracts (CCDC-2 Stipulated Price Contract, CCA-1 Stipulated Price Subcontract, CCA-19 Stipulated Price Sub-Subcontract) will be reviewed along with contract language from non-standard contracts which can delay payment. Date: November 15, 2022 Time: 7 -…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction 101 and Beyond This course has something for everyone – whether you have years of experience or are new to the industry. Don't be misled by the '101' - over 30% of our course attendees have 10+ years of industry experience! Perfect for procurement professionals and buyers, developing leaders,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Accounting & Cost Control Participants will learn how to design and read various construction financial reports and improve the financial systems of their construction company. Date: November 15, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Location: BGC Partners Inc., 200 - 2296 McCallum Road, Abbotsford Cost: $399 (Members) /…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Close Out a Construction Project Why would a Contractor, Owner Consultant or Subcontractor need to know best practices for closing out a construction project? The answer is simple - if you can't get it done then you can't reach substantial performance. Getting a project to substantial performance, and then to…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Read the Full Contract: Deep Dive into CCDC-2 80% of the people managing construction contracts do not read, do not understand or are not following the construction contract in place between the two organizations! This creates problems for both the Owner and the Contractor as well as the other participants…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Combustible Windows & Façade Components in Non-Combustible Construction We desperately need better energy efficiency from building enclosures, from both windows and insulated wall assemblies. Today, the best products and components to enable this are generally made from low conductivity materials. Most of these materials also happen to be combustible—at least,…  Read more

RDH Building Science - Net-Zero Energy and Carbon Building Design: Feasibility in Northern Canada and Alaska The challenges presented by climate change are unprecedented and have propelled governments to introduce new legislation aimed at greatly reducing energy and carbon usage in the building sector. In an effort to mitigate the effects of climate change, the…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Factory Pre-finishing of Exterior Building Materials: a Sustainable Practice Engineered Wood Products (EWP) are commonly used as primary structural members in projects throughout BC. Although typically designed by structural engineers, they also play a vital role in vibration, acoustics, thermal, and fire performance. This session will introduce you to the…  Read more

Vectorworks - Commercial Office: Creating a Modern Workspace As the world changes and businesses adapt, so do the office spaces that we use. More than ever, we hear about companies trying to increase the efficiency of their existing office spaces and exploring new ways to entice employees back to work with a hybrid workspace. Join…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Negotiation & Conflict Management Skills Participants will improve their skills in communication and negotiation. Participants will learn skills to enhance their ability to de-escalate conflict, listen effectively, build mutual respect with others in a construction context, and negotiate effectively. Date: November 17-18, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (each…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Modelling: Behavior and Modelling of Different Lateral Load Structural Systems This webinar covers an introduction to the behavior of different lateral load structural resisting systems under lateral loads. As well, this webinar discusses the different methods to develop finite element models that accurately simulates the behavior of different lateral load structural…  Read more

RAIC - RAIC Vancouver Island South Network Presents: Waiting for the Big One-Victoria Seismic Challenges Seismic concerns are a sleeping dragon under this City – with some recognition of risks, but with only slow, gradually enacted precautions. Victoria’s existing housing and heritage building stock each have worrisome vulnerabilities. How can we alert and better motivate…  Read more

Osgoode Professional Development - Essentials of Legal Risk Management and the Design Services Contract Developed for architects, engineers, contract administrators and consultants who are newer to the areas of legal risk management and contract law, or would benefit from an up-to-date refresher, this intensive OsgoodePD program will provide you with a solid understanding of contract…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Modelling: Code Procedures for Wind and Seismic Loads on Structures To effectively apply the seismic and wind provisions of the National Building Code of Canada (NBCC) 2010, engineers need a thorough understanding of the fundamentals of earthquake and wind engineering. This webinar provides an introduction to the National Building Code of…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Introduction to Control Layers for Passive House Wall Assemblies The design, selection, and placement of control layers can be challenging. Given the highly insulated nature of passive house buildings, even small mistakes in water and air control can create problems. Simply adding insulation to traditional wall and roof assemblies is risky,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Creating a Risk Management Plan for Construction Risk Management is about anticipating changes, issues and delays before they happen: being pro-active instead of fire-fighting. Learn to create a professional risk management plan, including Risk Registers, Mitigation Plans, and Risk Calendars. The course follows PMI ™ and Construction Association methodologies. This…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Tackling Window Pain: Understanding the Benefits of High-Performance Fenestration As jurisdictions across North America introduce more stringent building energy performance standards (BEPS)—such as the BC Step Code and Seattle 2018 update—developers, architects, and contractors are left wondering the best way to meet the new benchmarks while controlling costs. This balance…  Read more

EPIC Training - Evaluation and Rehabilitation of Pavements Cost effective pavement management is a result of careful design, quality construction and timely maintenance. Agencies are faced with the challenge of maintaining the significant public investment in transportation infrastructure. Although new materials and methods are being added to the roadway manager’s repertoire, they must accommodate increasing…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Be Afraid of Supplementaries to CCDC Contracts Remember when it comes to contracts, it’s not about your own thoughts and assumptions; it’s about what is “written”! What has caused these changes to industry standard contract clauses? Allocation of risk often gets modified in contract clauses based on Project Owner’s or…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Law In this course, participants will develop an understanding of contract law as it relates to construction and introduces the various CCDC/CCA and other contracts used within the industry. Participants will also learn how the Builders Lien Act works and other legal means to resolve construction disputes and avoid…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Fire Retardant Wood Products & Applications Wood is becoming an attractive and viable option again for use in residential, commercial and high rise applications, and additionally as exterior use under recent fire code and WUI (Wildland Urban Interface) regulation updates. We will look specifically at wood products that increase fire…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Pulse Vancouver November 22, 2022 Through theory of environmental psychology and human-centered design, you will learn how to identify user-experience in a design. “The user” is an umbrella term for every different kind of stakeholder and user in a design project. Emma-Sofie will present methods to identify what aspects of the…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments Many North American jurisdictions are moving beyond ASHRAE performance requirements for exterior wall assemblies, shifting instead to a holistic, building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach. While this evolution offers benefits—such as design flexibility and lower operating costs—it also requires a…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - The Art of Construction Management Consider this course a carefully curated cheat sheet to help you conquer the multifaceted world of construction management. In the Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, and Ambiguous (VUCA) environment we work in daily, it can be tough to respond to change with agility and manage time, tasks,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Strategic Planning for Growth Business success is not an accident, it is planned – yet, very few construction companies regularly practice any type of strategic planning. Strategic planning will transform your business. Imagine being able to make better than average profits, expand your capacity, ensure success and build a healthier…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Modelling: Industrial Buildings This webinar provides an introduction to the behavior of different lateral load structural resisting systems used for industrial and low-rise steel buildings. As well, this webinar discusses the different methods to develop finite element models that accurately simulates the behavior of different structural components of steel industrial buildings.…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Increased Strength of HemFir (N) Expands Structural Application in Heavy Timber Construction Based on the in-grade test results conducted by the University of British Columbia Timber Engineering and Applied Mechanics (TEAM) Laboratory, the Canadian Code on Engineering Design in Wood CSA 086:19 has published new specified bending strength properties of…  Read more

RAIC - Perspectives from Atlantic Canada: Climate Action and Inclusivity in the Built Environment Atlantic Canada is often characterized by its unique and diverse coastal landscapes. The risks of warming waters and extreme weather events are challenging the sustainability of the built environment in the Atlantic region, demanding immediate adaptation strategies from Communities, Architects, Planners,…  Read more

Osgoode Professional Development - Navigating Complex Legal Risks and Challenges in Design Services Developed for architects, engineers, contract administrators and consultants who have some experience with legal risk management and contract law terms and principles, or who would benefit from an up-to-date refresher, in this unique program you will elevate your practical knowledge and competence…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - An Active Approach to Passive House Windows As the focus on building energy performance continues to grow in many jurisdictions across North America, the interest in the Passive House standard is growing as well. For the uninitiated, this standard can seem daunting, especially when it comes to incorporating manufactured components,…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Modelling: Selected Topics in Modelling of Structural Components This webinar discusses selected topics in modelling of structural components and their effects on the overall structural response. The finite element modelling techniques and concepts are illustrated for these selected topics. Note: It is strongly recommended that you take all four webinars to…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Controlling Water and Vapour - From Rainscreens to Vapour Barriers Buildings shape the lives, health and wellbeing of individuals and communities. Unfortunately, too many of the buildings across Canada often have significant problems: from drafty building envelopes, to mold and moisture problems, to inefficient HVAC systems. The Passive House standard has…  Read more

JRS Engineering - Airtightness Testing The BC Energy Step Code came into effect in December 2017. Numerous municipalities have already adopted the code and many others have shown interest and are studying it. Airtightness testing is a mandatory requirement of the BC Energy Step Code. This presentation introduces the concept of airtightness testing, testing standards,…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Engineering for Non-Structural Engineers Non-structural engineers and architects need a basic understanding of structural engineering. This course provides the fundamentals without delving into complicated mathematical formulas. The course covers the design and construction of concrete, steel, wood, and masonry building structures. Lectures will be followed by simple hands-on exercises and problem-solving…  Read more

EPIC Training - Structural Rehabilitation of Bridges Bridges need to be rehabilitated for causes such as deteriorations due to environmental effects, deficiencies in the original design or construction or the need to carry heavier vehicular loads. Those responsible for maintaining bridges need to keep abreast of the latest techniques available for assessing the condition of…  Read more

Peikko - Designing with Mass Timber Slabs and Composite Structures During this session, we will outline how composite beams can significantly reduce floor-to-floor height and minimize the carbon footprint of a building by doing more with less materials. We will also examine how composite beams utilized in mass timber projects can reduce total floor thickness…  Read more

EPIC Training - Hazardous Area Classifications per CEC (NEC/IEC) and Hazardous Location Equipment, Wiring Study The requirements for electrical hazardous area classifications and associated wiring methods for safety interlocks for the storage, use and handling of flammable and combustible materials are defined in the Canadian Building Code (CBC), Canadian Electrical Code (CEC), National Electric Code…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Managing CCDC Contracts for Project Success - "Do Your Job!" Where do we run into problems most often with contract compliance and how do we mitigate these problems? Whether you are the Project Owner, the Consultants, or the Contractors, first you need to understand what you have agreed to in…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Interpreting Blueprints & Specifications Using an example three-story commercial project, this course will walk you through a complete set of architectural, mechanical, electrical, civil, and structural drawings. You will learn how to read and decipher a set of blueprints, including: plans, sections, elevations, plan details, and drawing conventions (standards, line…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Mass Timber: Optimizing for Success in Multi-Family Residential With a focus on Multi-Family Residential, this session will be presented by a world-renowned fabricator of complex structural timber components from British Columbia; a certified FSC manufacturer of Cross-Laminated Timber and Glulam beams and columns, who is setting the standard for Mass…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction (Full Program) Part 1 - Scheduling Part 2 - Resource Management Part 3 - Tracking Changes Part 4 - Cost Control Date: November 29, December 1, 6 & 8, 2022 Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. (each day) Location: Online Cost: $875 (Members) / $975 (Non-members)…  Read more

EPIC Training - Foundations of Construction Law Today’s competitive and complex construction industry requires careful consideration in the formation of the construction contract. We all want the work, but are the contracts equitable? Are the specifications and timetable feasible? What is your liability exposure? Properly prepared contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, and developers can avoid anticipated…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Navigating Emerging Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) More and more jurisdictions are implementing Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) to help address the poor energy efficiency of buildings—a key contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and overall energy consumption. While some of these new standards may seem restrictive or simply adding costs,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Project Planning for Success Learn how to reduce costs, save time, improve quality and reduce scope changes by creating an effective Construction Execution Plan (CEP) at the start of your project. Effective planning is critical in the overall success of any construction project, but focus is often directed at winning…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Excel for Construction - Advanced Cost tracking, job tracking, production rates, schedules, estimates: If you would like to create spreadsheets to make this work easy and consistent, then this course is for you. Learn to create spreadsheets for cost tracking, calculating production rates and creating estimates. We will show…  Read more

EPIC Training - Bidding, Evaluation, Negotiation and Contract Award - For Construction Projects For a building project, construction is the ultimate reality. Here, ideas, drawings & specifications take physical form. The bidding, negotiation & contract award phases of a project are a short but very important part of every project . The process of bidding…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Specifications 101 This is an interactive half-day seminar that will cover the fundamentals of interpreting construction specifications. The seminar will deal with the basics of reading and interpreting both the general and technical specifications. Date: December 1, 2022 Time: 7 - 11 a.m. Location: Online Cost: $199 (Members) / $299…  Read more

EPIC Training - Stormwater Management - Design, Inspection and Operation/Maintenance of Stormwater Control Facilities The success of long-term cost effective operation of a stormwater management facility depends on the 1) appropriate design, 2) an efficient inspection program undertaken during the construction phase and 3) the adoption of well organized operation and maintenance practices. This workshop…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Estimating Participants will acquire knowledge how to prepare a successful bid and learn construction estimating skills. Course topics will include project analysis, risk analysis, bid strategies and processes, Construction Division Codes, bonding and insurance. Date: December 1-2, 2022 Time: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (each day) Location: BGC Partners…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Construction Drawings 101 Are you new to using construction drawings? This workshop will introduce you to the fundamentals! Join us for this four-hour session and learn the basics of how to interpret information from plans, elevations, sections, details and notes contained in typical construction drawings. Date: December 1, 2022 Time:…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments Many North American jurisdictions are moving beyond ASHRAE performance requirements for exterior wall assemblies, shifting instead to a holistic, building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach. While this evolution offers benefits—such as design flexibility and lower operating costs—it also requires a…  Read more