City of Vancouver - Updated Rainwater Management Requirements Q&A Session The City of Vancouver is hosting two webinars on the recently updated rainwater management requirements for new developments on sites exceeding 1,000 square metres or exceeding a floor space ratio (FSR) of 1.0 that took effect on January 1, 2026. These duplicate webinars will cover…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Red Cedar Shakes & Shingles: Identification, Application and Benefits This course offers architects and building professionals an in-depth introduction to Western Red Cedar and Yellow Cedar shakes and shingles, covering product identification, material selection, and appropriate use in roofing and sidewall applications. The program reviews manufacturing and grading standards, third-party…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Window of Opportunity: Leveraging Passive House Windows in Commercial & Residential Buildings As the demand for enhanced building energy performance continues to rise across North America, the Passive House standard is gaining significant traction. For those new to this rigorous standard, it can appear complex—especially when it comes to integrating…  Read more

Township of Langley - Builder Forum Series: Part 3 Step Code Impact and EV Charging The Township of Langley is hosting an online Builder Forum Series webinar exploring how the BC Energy Step Code (ESC) and Zero Carbon Step Code (ZCSC) are shaping Part 3 building design. Susan MacDougall and Danny Taylor of Focal Engineering…  Read more

RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 3.10 Appendix D The Architect as Advocate Architect/Compliance Architect/Design Manager/Researcher Review the evolving roles of architects in complex projects at this session, featuring Appendix D of chapter 3.10 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP). This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in…  Read more

RAIC - Debunking Common Myths in Cavity Batt Insulation This course will explore the myths within cavity wall insulation. We will review noncombustible and combustible insulation types. We will discuss insulation installation techniques that help optimize performance. We will examine moisture intrusion in the wall cavity and ways to mitigate it. We will show how…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - From Restoration to Innovation: Leveraging Rehabilitation ‘Lessons Learned’ to Drive Adoption of High-Performance Building Envelope Products Building envelope rehabilitation projects offer valuable insights into the real-world performance of building designs and products over time and highlight key opportunities to increase the overall performance of buildings in the future—both rehabs and…  Read more

BC Wood Specialties Group - Thermally Modified Pacific HemFir Pacific HemFir is widely valued for its high strength to weight ratio, its clear straight grain, and warm honey-colored appearance. It is used extensively in construction, joinery, millwork, windows and doors, as well as for preservative treatment and industrial applications. Due to its relatively low stability…  Read more

RAIC - Human Capital as the True Driver of Firm Value + Next Gen Success Through real case stories, participants will learn why buyers and successors look beyond the balance sheet, how internal ownership transitions succeed or fail, and why starting early is critical. Participants will gain a clear framework to evaluate human capital, identify…  Read more

RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 4.1 Types of Design-Construction Program Delivery Delve into the various types of design-construction program delivery at this session, featuring chapter 4.1 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 is a part of…  Read more