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FortisBC Commercial new construction performance program: Tips and tricks for a successful submission

Free webinar offered by FortisBC to learn tips and tricks for a successful submission to FortisBC's commercial new construction performance program. Description This workshop is aimed at helping energy modellers complete successful submissions for the FortisBC commercial new construction performance program. It will provide background information on the program, tips and tricks to help the … Continued

Event Series BCIT: CESA 1505 Zero energy buildings all-in-1 spring 2021

BCIT: CESA 1505 Zero energy buildings all-in-1 spring 2021

Course Details ​This 48-hour course (equivalent to CESA 1001, CESA 1110, CESA 1120 and CESA 1140 combined) will provide a comprehensive study of Part 9 residential Zero Energy Buildings (ZEB's) to ensure that that builders, designers, consultants and tradespeople have the applied knowledge to build to the Upper Steps of the BC Energy Step Code, … Continued

BCIT: CESA 1501 Passive House tradesperson, envelope specialization

Course details This 48-hour course will provide a comprehensive study of residential Passive House construction to ensure that that builders, site supervisors, general contractors, tradespeople, and designers or consultants have the applied knowledge to build to the Passive House standard. Students will learn from industry experts and develop an applied understanding of the Passive House … Continued

Pathway to Passive House trades certification (150P) – June 2021

Online course offered by Passive House Canada. Description This three-part course teaches practical Passive House building techniques and theory about this high-performance building standard. This course includes online lectures and hands-on workshop experience, incorporating actual building of Passive House elements relevant to the Canadian construction industry. The following topics will be covered: Passive House criteria and principles … Continued

Introduction to Step Code: Mechanical system solutions

Free three-part webinar series hosted by the Community Energy Association. Description BC Building Codes are evolving and we want you to know how to benefit. It is part of the Building A Legacy initiative, delivered by Community Energy Association, presented by the BCIT Zero Energy Buildings Learning Centre (ZEBLC), funded by BC Hydro. Intended audience:  … Continued

Introduction to Passive House high-performance buildings

An online course offered by Passive House Canada. Course description The Introduction to the Passive House High-Performance Buildings course provides an overview of the core principles of Passive House design and building energy efficiency regulations in Canada. The course also covers the history of energy-efficient buildings, energy-consumption data and environmental impact, case studies and the … Continued

Building Smart: Cooling strategies for multi-unit residential buildings

Webinar offered by BC Housing. Are you thinking of installing a heat pump or air conditioning unit? Learn about alternative strategies to address overheating concerns, and how to proceed if you decide to use a heat pump. This webinar will explore cooling solutions in multi-unit residential buildings, as well as: How to select the right contractor Types of heat … Continued

Introduction to Passive House high-performance buildings

An online course offered by Passive House Canada. Course description The Introduction to the Passive House High-Performance Buildings course provides an overview of the core principles of Passive House design and building energy efficiency regulations in Canada. The course also covers the history of energy-efficient buildings, energy-consumption data and environmental impact, case studies and the … Continued

BCIT: CESA 1501 Passive House tradesperson, envelope specialization

Course details This 48-hour course will provide a comprehensive study of residential Passive House construction to ensure that that builders, site supervisors, general contractors, tradespeople, and designers or consultants have the applied knowledge to build to the Passive House standard. Students will learn from industry experts and develop an applied understanding of the Passive House … Continued

Passive House Canada cold climate webinar series #3: Fort St. John Passive House

Webinar offered by Passive House Canada. Description The Fort St. John 50-Unit Passive House is a highly energy-efficient, affordable rental housing building located in the northern town of Fort St. John, British Columbia. This unique project was in partnership with BC Housing, British Columbia’s Housing Management Commission, and BC Hydro, and designated as the largest Passive … Continued