RAIC - Principles of Acoustics This webinar will provide basic knowledge on the principles of acoustics. We will review acoustic solutions for common wall and floor assemblies and different types of acoustic insulation and the impact it has on the assembly. Date: September 19, 2025 Time: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Online Cost: Free for…  Read more

Nick Bray Architecture - Embodied Carbon and Mass Timber: From Policy to Practice This webinar will explore the role of embodied carbon and the growing use of mass timber in Canadian construction. We will clarify key definitions like Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and embodied carbon. We'll map out the policy landscape, from federal initiatives to…  Read more

RAIC - Change Management During the Project The second webinar of the 2025 Series Resilient Architect: Law and Practice will focus on change management during a project. How should you respond to queries from contractors? How do you answer to legal authorities? What are your obligations and duties? We'll compare two different perspectives from British…  Read more

ZEBx - Decarb Lunch: Cost-Effective Strategies to Cut Embodied Carbon Join ZEBx for our September Decarb Lunch to explore practical, cost-effective strategies for reducing embodied carbon from pre-design through construction. There’s no single path to decarbonizing buildings, but proven approaches exist that can save money and cut emissions at the same time. Whether you’re a developer,…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Beyond the Frame: How High-Performance Fenestration Expands Design Possibility Discover how high-performance windows and doors can enhance both design and efficiency. This session shows how integrating fenestration early in the process boosts energy performance, occupant comfort, and aesthetic impact while helping teams meet evolving energy codes. Case studies reveal strategies…  Read more

Canadian General Tower - Waterproofing Commercial Aquatic Facilities with PVC Membrane Systems Canadian aquatic facilities are dealing with excessive operating costs and rapidly deteriorating commercial swimming pools. Specifiers and designers should be factoring in operation and maintenance requirements when creating initial designs for aquatic facilities. Concrete swimming pool finishes require constant upkeep from their porous…  Read more

BC Building Envelope Council (BCBEC) - RCABC’s Guarantee for Vegetated Roofs: A new future for green roofing in British Columbia The RCABC Vegetated Roof Guarantee translates the tried-and-true Quality Control/Quality Assurance formula of the RoofStar Guarantee Program for the green roofing industry, combining membership requirements with a rigorous Standard, sampling and testing, trained installers and…  Read more

K2 Stone - Building with Natural Stone Materials | Sustainably Sourced Building Materials Within North America Building with natural stone materials - what are they? Where do they come from? How are they produced and where can they be incorporated onto the building envelope? The outcome of this course it to identify common stone masonry…  Read more

AcoustiTECH - Acoustics 101 & Sound Insulation in Multi Story Buildings Join us for a webinar focused on innovative sound insulation solutions for multi-story buildings. Through real-world case studies, you'll learn strategies to minimize noise transfer in floor-ceiling assemblies, understand how noise travels through structures, and explore the advantages of wet vs. dry topping solutions.…  Read more

RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 1.4 Mentorship and Career Transitions Explore the growing and changing roles of architects throughout their careers at this session, featuring chapter 1.4 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. This session is a part…  Read more