RAIC - Contract Administration: Change Orders and Change Directives This session will examine the distinction between change orders and change directives, the architect’s role in administering each, common sources of disputes, and best practices for documenting decisions and communications. Participants will leave with an understanding of how to identify and manage changes, when formal documentation…  Read more

BC Building Envelope Council - Avoiding Double Vapour Barriers: A Fundamental Principle Overshadowed in Some Current Design Practices Avoiding double vapour barriers in building envelope assemblies is among the foundational principles of building science. This guidance was reinforced for decades through the education and research conducted by the Division of Building Research at the National…  Read more

Scranton Products - Locker Solutions with Sustainability & Design in Focus In this one hour course, attendees will learn about various materials that lockers are composed of as well as options to consider when designing a locker configuration, including the assorted features that lockers offer. The participant will explore the specific components of the HDPE…  Read more

Construction Specifications Canada Vancouver Chapter - Sustainable Mechanical Design Sustainable Mechanical Design will cover decarbonization trends in the industry, focusing on information that Architects should be aware of with respect to mechanical system design. Topics include mechanical system types, impact of building envelope, space requirements for mechanical systems, and design for climate resiliency. Dave will…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Wildfire Resistance: Window Strategies for Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) Design As wildfires increase in frequency and intensity across North America, architects, engineers, and builders face growing responsibility to design buildings that can better withstand these extreme events—especially in Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) zones. Windows are among the most vulnerable points in the…  Read more

ZEIC - B2E Innovation Fund Showcase: Codes Accelerator Stream Join B2E for a virtual showcase highlighting three high-impact projects funded through the 2025 B2E Innovation Fund – Codes Accelerator Stream, with funds generously provided by the federal Codes Acceleration Fund. Project teams will share practical insights, results, and lessons learned from leading-edge work advancing building…  Read more

BCIT - XZEB 1171 – Site Supervision of Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Construction The course will help learners develop their knowledge of how to manage new construction, coordinate construction for larger and more complex buildings. Focus will be on developing understanding from a construction perspective of design details, new responsibilities and skills needed, understanding…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Closing the Gap: Leveraging Cladding Attachments to Deliver High-Performance Exterior Wall Assemblies Jurisdictions across North American continue to transition beyond ASHRAE standards for exterior wall assemblies, instead adopting a more comprehensive building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach to envelope design. This shift brings advantages like increased design flexibility and reduced…  Read more

RAIC - Shaping Leaders in Architecture: Introducing the New RAIC Leadership Academy Initiative The vision of the RAIC is to establish Canada as a global leader in design and architecture. To achieve this vision, the RAIC has invested in the creation of an evidence-based, gold standard leadership development program for architects. This webinar will introduce…  Read more