Vancity Institute of Sciences and Arts - Construction Project Management Series 4-6 This professional module provides a focused examination of labor, materials, equipment, and cost-efficiency within construction project delivery. Effective construction project management requires the strategic optimization of resources, especially labor productivity, equipment utilization, and material handling. Date: January 8, 2026 Location: Online Cost: $60 Learning…  Read more

Vancity Institute of Sciences and Arts - 10 New Trends in Modern Architecture This 1-hour continuing education course offers a concise overview of ten key trends shaping contemporary architectural practice. Participants explore the evolving intersections of design, technology, sustainability, and human-centered innovation. The course highlights emerging design approaches, digital tools, material advances, and performance expectations…  Read more

RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 3.7 Technology Systems Discover the need to develop and enhance technology systems to meet the needs of users with minimal downtime at this session, featuring chapter 3.7 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada.…  Read more

Construction Specifications Canada - Understanding Pool Systems Participants will gain an understanding of the key considerations when planning, specifying, and installing tile in submerged applications, including selection and use of waterproofing membranes, mortars, and grouts. The session will include a review of critical construction details, including movement joints, and highlight common causes of failure and…  Read more

Gaia College - Business Skills for Land Care Professionals While aimed at small business owners in the land care and farming sectors, this course is equally applicable to other types of small business. Innovative and practical solutions are presented to meet challenges as students develop their own marketing and business plans. Date: January 12 -…  Read more

Gaia College - Ecological Landscape Design Introducing the principles of landscape design with the Earth in mind, this course explores the elements involved in softscaping and hardscaping green spaces. Includes an overview of organic horticulture principles and practices, as well as historical garden design perspectives. Prerequisite (or co-requisite): Landscape Design Basics. Date: January 12 -…  Read more

Gaia College - Rainwater Harvesting and Management In this course, students learn the theory and practice of how to design, build and manage rainwater harvesting systems. Suitable for professionals and trades practitioners, or for those seeking to enhance their own buildings to capture quality garden-use water in a time of increasing droughts. Date: January 12 - April 17,…  Read more

Gaia College - Landscape Design Basics with SketchUp Pro This course is an introduction to the language and tools of landscape design with computer software. Students learn to use SketchUp Pro and Layout to communicate their designs to clients, co-workers and contractors. Prerequisite (or co-requisite) to Gaia College's Ecological Landscape Design course. Date: January 12…  Read more

Gaia College - Living Green Infrastructure This course provides professionals, practitioners and anyone interested in urban design with the knowledge to create greener and more livable cities. Unlike grey infrastructure strategies such as concrete sewer systems and wastewater treatment plants, Living Green Infrastructure works with nature to promote healthy urban forests and waterways. Date: January…  Read more