BCIT - XZEB 1165 – Whole-Building Life Cycle Assessments Using Impact Estimator for Buildings This course builds on the technical foundation and basic principles of life cycle assessment (LCA) to…  Read more

Passive House Canada - Passive House Pulse Vancouver – CURV: How Passive House is Re-Envisioning Beautiful Buildings Join us at our PULSE Vancouver event October 18th and hear from the…  Read more

Women in Architecture - Career Paths in Architecture There are many directions one can take with one's career following an architectural education. A dynamic group of women working in and…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - An Active Approach to Passive House Windows As the focus on building energy performance continues to grow in many jurisdictions across North America, the interest…  Read more

Changes during a project are common due to the dynamic nature of construction. Changes can arise from adjustments to the owner’s requirements, differences in site conditions, supplementary design details, proposals…  Read more

BC Building Envelope Council - BCBEC Back to Basics and Beyond (2023 Conference and AGM) With ever-increasing demands to design and construct higher performing buildings, and with so many people joining the building enclosure industry, this year’s conference will focus on the fundamentals. Join us as we examine the past and look beyond where we…  Read more

NAFS and the Canadian Supplement This presentation will cover how to correctly specify NAFS rated products for Part 9 buildings using the Canadian Supplement to NAFS, and the potential limitations of the Canadian Supplement when special conditions exist such as buildings located on hills and escarpments that may be subject to wind-speed-up. Dates: October 25…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments Many North American jurisdictions are moving beyond ASHRAE performance requirements for exterior wall assemblies, shifting instead to a holistic, building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach. While this evolution offers benefits—such as design flexibility and lower operating costs—it also requires a…  Read more

RDH Building Science - High-Performance Enclosures: Exterior Shade Design Exterior shading is essential for reducing solar heat gain and glare in buildings, especially as energy codes demand better performance and temperatures rise. Effective shading ensures energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and safety. In this session, Felix Weber, Principal and Façade Specialist, and Daniel Haaland, Associate and…  Read more

RAIC - Project Management for Architects The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada is relaunching its popular project management courses for architects and interns in cities across Canada. These courses will provide both project management knowledge in the context of architectural practice as well as prepare participants for the Project Management Institute’s PMP® certification exam. Dates…  Read more