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

RAIC - CHOP CHAT Chapter 6.4 Construction Documents - Drawings and Specification Review Chapter 6.4 of the Canadian Handbook of Practice for Architects (CHOP), focusing on construction documents. This essential guide provides valuable insights into the professional practice of architecture in Canada. This session is a part of the CHOP CHAT Series. Date: April 30,…  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

Gaia College - Landscape Design Basics with Sketchup Pro This course is an introduction to landscape design using Sketchup Pro. It is geared towards landscape applications and 3D design, modeling and presentation. The course is a pre or co-requisite for the Gaia College's, Ecological Landscape Design course. Date: May 11 - August 14, 2026 Time:…  Read more

Engineers and Geoscientists BC - Assessment and Rehabilitation of Concrete Structures This course provides an in-depth look into the fundamental principles of concrete durability, methods for monitoring the health of concrete structures, and modern rehabilitation techniques. It is designed for engineering students, professionals, and anyone interested in the lifecycle management of concrete infrastructure. Through a…  Read more

BCIT - XZEB 1150 – Introduction to Solar Photovoltaic & Electrical Systems for Zero Energy & Passive House Homes This introductory course focuses on integrated solar photovoltaic (PV) and electrical systems in Zero Energy or Passive House homes. The course will outline the decision-making for planning, designing, and constructing/renovating a Zero Energy home with integrated…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Beyond the Frame: How High-Performance Fenestration Expands Design Possibility As energy codes and performance standards across North America become more rigorous—such as the BC Energy Step Code, Energize Denver, and the Massachusetts Stretch Code—architects, engineers, and envelope consultants face increasing pressure to deliver efficient buildings without sacrificing aesthetics or affordability. This…  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 - CHOP CHAT Chapter 6.4 Appendices D and E Drawings and Specifications Review the importance of construction drawings and the role, types, and methods of construction specifications, emphasizing their…  Read more

RAIC - Profitable BIM Playbook for Multifamily and Missing-Middle Housing Explore BIM workflows tailored to Canadian multifamily and missing middle projects, helping you optimize unit mixes, shared spaces, and constructability…  Read more