Architectural Institute of British Columbia
Passive House Canada - Passive House World Cup Join us for a webinar showcasing Passive House projects from across Canada, the United States and Mexico. Representing the 3 host countries of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Passive House Canada, The Passive House Network and Instituto Latinoamericano Passivhaus have joined together for the first time to… 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
BCIT - XZEB 1130 - Airtightness and Low-TEDI Enclosures Lab for Zero Energy/Emissions and Passive House Buildings This course covers airtightness and low-TEDI enclosure construction for zero energy/emissions or Passive House buildings. Students will develop a firm understanding of airtightness and low thermal demand (low-TEDI) enclosures focusing on wood-frame construction, assembly details, material selection and… Read more
UNIQ Dimensions - Leveraging 3D LiDAR & Scan-to-BIM Workflows for Accurate As-Built Documentation This session explores the transformative role of 3D LiDAR and Scan-to-BIM workflows in creating high-precision as-built documentation. Participants will examine the technical science of laser scanning, comparing the applications of mobile, terrestrial, and drone-based systems to determine project suitability. We will analyze… Read more
RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 6.7 Take-over Procedures, Commissioning, and Post-occupancy Evaluation Understand the procedures for project close-out, including takeover, commissioning, and post-occupancy evaluation at this session, featuring chapter 6.7 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. This session… Read more
Organization Culture Initiatives (OCI) - Indigeneity: An Overview of Canada's Past, Present, and Future Reconciliation as a term is being used more than ever, but alongside frequency comes error and misunderstanding. This virtual live session, facilitated by Métis educator Bryan Hansen, empowers professionals with foundational knowledge to participate in important conversations on Indigenous topics in… Read more
RAIC - The Business Case for Mass Timber Annabelle Hamilton, Executive Director of WoodWorks BC, will present a business case analysis, breaking down development strategy, cost, risk and opportunities associated with each project. Drawings on real project examples, attendees will gain insights on how mass timber is being applied, lessons learned, and why it is… Read more
Organization Culture Initiatives (OCI) - Indigeneity: An Overview of Canada's Past, Present, and Future Reconciliation as a term is being used more than ever, but alongside frequency comes error and misunderstanding. This virtual live session, facilitated by Métis educator Bryan Hansen, empowers professionals with foundational knowledge to participate in important conversations on Indigenous topics in… Read more
ZEBx - Decarb Lunch: Less Oversized, More Decarbonized: Hot Water in MURBs This webinar explores how domestic hot water (DHW) retrofits in multi-family buildings can significantly reduce emissions with minimal tenant disruption, highlighting modern sizing approaches that incorporate metering, heat pumps, and thermal storage. Through two BC case studies, presenters demonstrate how right-sizing tools such… Read more
Passive House Canada - Large Building Airtightness Testing Training (280) This in-person training is designed for professionals involved in planning, executing, and verifying airtightness testing in large buildings. Participants will gain practical knowledge and skills to design, prepare for, and carry out airtightness testing in support of high-performance building standards and code compliance. Date: July… Read more