This demonstration and hands-on workshop will cover all aspects of double-hung, traditional wood windows. Taught by Vintage Woodworks founder, Jim Stiven, you will learn how to unstick painted shut windows, remove sash, replace broken sash cord, cut, install and putty replacement glass lites, how to properly paint windows, and everything about maintaining windows including weather…  Read more

Taught by heritage professionals, this comprehensive one day workshop explores the history of heritage conservation, the guiding charters and regulations, and the regulatory environment at City Hall. The workshop covers why heritage conservation is significant socially, economically and culturally, and its impact on communities. Instructors are: Senior Heritage Planner COV, Marco D’Agostini, Heritage Consultant, Judy…  Read more

Old School Courses – Heritage 101: Introduction to Heritage Conservation Heritage 101 is a comprehensive introduction to heritage conservation. Three professionals in the heritage sector deliver this all day workshop that covers theory and practice, the history of Vancouver’s heritage, how heritage conservation practices evolved, how the City of Vancouver regulates heritage work in the…  Read more