Cascadia Windows & Doors - Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments Today, new buildings must meet the BC Step Code, ASHRAE 90.1 or National Energy Code for Buildings' requirements for thermal performance. This is a tough objective, since documented proof is required. Effective R-values must be met, not just nominal values,…  Read more

Aeroframe - Design to Completion "Materials make the Difference" Learning Objectives: Exploring the material options for window and door frames Understanding the options for glass make up and its affect on u values and energy consumption Working through options on fenestration supply to meet client’s budget objectives Date: October 29, 2024 Time: 12 - 12:30…  Read more

BCIT - Airtightness and Low-TEDI Enclosures of Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings (XZEB 1120) This course covers airtightness and low-TEDI enclosure construction for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. The course will help learners develop their knowledge of airtightness and low thermal demand (low-TEDI) building enclosures with study of wood-frame construction. Students will develop…  Read more

RAIC - Social Media for Architects: Unlocking Possibilities and Benefits Join speaker Dory Azar to discover how sharing the intricacies of your process and infusing your personality into your content can not only resonate with audiences but can also attract new clients and talent and unveil revenue-generating opportunities you might not have considered before. Get…  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

Women in Architecture - Career Paths in Architecture There are many directions one can take with one's career following an architecture education. A dynamic group of women working in and around the field of architecture will each do a very brief presentation of the varying paths on which architecture has taken them. Presentations to be…  Read more

FGIA - FENBC Region Technical Summit Register for the FGIA FENBC Regional Summit in Surrey, BC, this November 5 and 6! This exclusive in-person event is dedicated to exploring the latest trends in the fenestration industry utilizing a new, revamped format! Date: November 6, 2024 Time: 7 a.m. - 4 p.m. Location: Northview Gold &…  Read more

AcoustiTECH - Enhancing Acoustic Performance Through Strategic Flooring Assembly Selection In this presentation, attendees will explore the essential considerations for selecting the right flooring structure, with a focus on the differences between glue-down and floating applications. By defining basic acoustic principles and reviewing a case study, participants will gain valuable insights into how flooring choices…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Tackling Window Pain: Understanding the Benefits of High-Performance Fenestration As jurisdictions across North America introduce more stringent building energy performance standards (BEPS)—such as the BC Step Code and Seattle 2018 update—developers, architects, and contractors are left wondering the best way to meet the new benchmarks while controlling costs. This balance…  Read more