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: February 14, 2023 Time: 7:00 -…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Implementing Lean Construction Projects with a variety of contracting arrangements carry significant risk to the project stakeholders in terms of both cost and schedule. The potential for strained relationships developing between the owner, contractor and sub-trades exists which often results in conflicts. When this occurs, we see an increased level…  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 - Bitesize Bluebeam 3: Advanced Material Takeoffs & Estimates *Mandatory Pre-requisites: Bitesize Bluebeam 1: Baseline Basics & Bitesize Bluebeam 2: Basic Material Takeoffs & Estimates Did you know you can export to an Excel spreadsheet, or even link directly to that Excel template file full of formulas you’ve been using for…  Read more

ICD High Performance Coatings - Silicone Coatings: A Color Selection Strategy for Backpainted Glass This course will provide architects and designers education about silicone-based glass coating technologies that can be specified in unlimited colors. Attendees will learn about color theory and color selection strategies that benefit interior and exterior project designs. This includes the impact…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Achieving the Passive House Standard for Existing Buildings 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 evolved over…  Read more

Passive House Canada - 90: Introduction to Passive House High Performance Buildings An Introduction to the Passive House High Performance Buildings provides an overview of the core principles of Passive House design and building energy efficiency regulations in Canada. The course also covers the history of energy efficient buildings, energy consumption data and environmental impact,…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Microsoft Project for Construction (Full Program) This workshop includes 4 parts: Scheduling, Resource Management, Tracking Changes and Cost Control. Space is limited to 6 students for each part , so sign up today to gain valuable insight into one of the most helpful tools a Construction Professional can use in…  Read more

Vancouver Regional Construction Association - Bitesize Bluebeam 4: Document Management Best Practices *Mandatory Pre-requisite: Bitesize Bluebeam 1- Baseline Basics Are your drawings or those from your customers a mess? Gibberish in the Page Labels, no hyperlinks, sheets out of order all combined into one bloated document? In this course you’ll learn a quick workflow that…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Pathway to Passive House Trades Certification (150P) This three-part course teaches practical Passive House building techniques and theory about this high-performance building standard. This course includes online lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry. Date: February 15, 22, March 1,…  Read more