RDH Building Science - Deep Dive into Rainscreens Session 5: The Last Line of Defense Deep Dive into Rainscreens Session 5 explores the last line of defense for water intrusion: the water-resistive barrier (WRB) membrane. In this session, you will discover how WRB membrane selection and placement within the rainscreen wall design can either enhance…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Combustible Windows & Façade Components in Non-Combustible Construction – Testing, Research, and Expanding Methods 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…  Read more

BC Wood - Lodges, Cabins and Off-Grid Retreats: Designing & Building with Pre-fabricated Western Red Cedar Interlocking Systems With the global imperative to move to a low carbon economy, the way buildings are designed, manufactured, and built is a key component. In this session, we will look at the considerations for low embodied carbon and…  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

RAIC - Vancouver Island South Network Presents: Public Art in Public Places - A Victoria Discussion of Public Art Opportunities and Issues This event will feature an in-person panel discussion on how is public art to be regarded in a time where our cities are in constant flux and change? Should it have an enduring…  Read more

Gaia College - Organic Master Gardener This is a foundational course for organic horticulture. Students will see the world in a new way, learning the connections between soil, plant, environmental and human health. This course is intended for the amateur gardener. Dates: January 9 - April 12 Time: Asynchronous access Location: Online Cost: $795 +…  Read more

Gaia College - Organic Horticulture Specialist This is a foundational course for organic horticulture. Students will see the world in a new way, learning the connections between soil, plant, environmental and human health. This course is intended for the professional gardener. Dates: January 8 - April 12 Time: Asynchronous access Location: Online Cost: $795 +…  Read more

Gaia College - Landscape Design Basics with Sketchup Pro This course is an introduction to landscape design using Sketchup Pro. It is geared towards landscape applications and 3D design, modeling and presentation. The course is a pre or co-requisite for Gaia College's Ecological Landscape Design course. Dates: September 11 - December 15 Time: Asynchronous access…  Read more

Gaia College - Ecological Landscape Design The focus of this course is the creation of a sustainable landscape design plan, including installation and maintenance. Students explore how to achieve aesthetic and functional goals while creating ecologically sound landscapes. This is our capstone course, integrating the knowledge and skills gained from the Organic Land Care Diploma…  Read more

Gaia College - Business Skills for Land Care Professionals The focus of this course is guiding students through the creation of a business plan for their small business. Dates: January 8 - April 12 Time: Asynchronous access Location: Online Cost: $795 + tax Learning Units (LUs): 42 Non-core Register: Click here