This page lists some courses and resources to teach building industry professionals how to build more energy-efficient buildings. Some are practical, hands-on courses, but many videos, PDFs, and other resources are now available online.

For highlights, visit the BC Energy Step Code Events Calendar.

Post-secondary organizations

• British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
• BCIT Learning Centre for Zero Energy Buildings (LCZEB)
• University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) – Integrated Wood Design
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) – Trades and Applied Technology

Other organizations

• Applied Science Technologists & Technicians of BC (ASTTBC)
• BC Housing
• Building Officials’ Association of BC (BOABC)
• Canada Green Building Council (CaGBC)
• Canadian Home Builders’ Association BC (CHBA BC)
  • Online BC Energy Step Code courses for builders and energy advisors
• Community Energy Association (CEA)
• Independent Contractors and Businesses Association (ICBA)
• Passive House Canada
• Zero Emissions Building Exchange (ZEBx)

Page last updated: April 17, 2020.