Support for Local Government Capacity Building and Step Code Implementation
The Building A Legacy (BAL) Toolkit, inspired by the successful BC Energy Step Code (ESC) engagement initiative carried out in the East Kootenay region of BC, has been prepared for local governments to assist the implementation of the ESC. In this guidebook you will find a general introduction to ESC, related Provincial and local government context, and a collection of implementation activities for use by municipalities.
On this BAL Toolkit webpage, you will find free webinars, a link to the guidebook, and additional resources and customizable templates for use in your region’s ESC implementation program. This toolkit is applicable to all communities, large and small, seeking to implement ESC for new buildings.
Implementation of the toolkit is about building local capacity. Ideally there is staff support and resources to execute. Additional support and facilitation, can be provided by CEA. See the CEA Building A Legacy webpage for ideas about what might also work in your regional context: https://www.communityenergy.ca/projects/building-a-legacy/. We are happy to answer questions about this guide and or toolkit. To contact CEA directly, email us at info@communityenergy.bc.ca
Webinars
BC Building Codes are evolving and we want you to know how to benefit. We offered free webinars on Working with an Energy Advisor, Mechanical Systems Solutions (3 part series), and Enclosure & Airtightness Solutions. All recordings are available here under Quick Links.
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Building A Legacy Toolkit:
virtual tour
CEA recorded a virtual tour of the Building A Legacy Toolkit on January 21, 2021.
Building A Legacy Toolkit Guide with Quick List of Activities:
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Resources by Activity
Pathway to Success:
CaseStudy_ESC_Kimberley_pathway_to_success_2019.pdf
Pathway to Success video: view on YouTube
Newsletter examples:
Example_Newsletter_Feb2020.pdf
Example_Newsletter_Nov2020.pdf
Public Showcase examples:
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Example_Media_Release_public_info_night.pdf
Example_Poster_public_showcase.pdf
Example_Poster_public_showcase2.pdf
Presentation_ESC_Outreach_Event_2018.pdf
Air Tightness Workshop examples:
Example_Ad_social_media_workshop.png
Example_Poster_air_tightness_workshop.pdf
Example_Poster_air_tightness_workshop2.pdf
Template_Media-Release_realtor.docx
Tailgate examples:
Example_Ad__BuildSmart_Tailgate.pdf
Example_Media_release_BuildSmart_Tailgate.pdf
Template_Ad_BuildSmart_Tailgate_halfpage.docx
ESC video: view on YouTube
Stakeholder spreadsheet:
Builder Workshop Agenda & Itinerary:
Example_general_itinerary.docx
Template_Agenda.docx
Event Templates:
Template_Event_Checklist.docx
Template_Event_Budget.xlsx
Template_Sign_In_Sheet.docx
Eventbrite_workshop_registration.pdf
Template_Sponsor_Acknowledgement.docx
Template_Workshop_Feedback_Form.docx
Template_Workshop_Certificate.docx
Template Building a Legacy Introductory Presentation:
Template_Making_the_Links_BAL_Intro_Presentation.pptx
Introduction to Energy Step Code video: view on YouTube
Content materials handouts:
Booklet_CEA_Roof_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
Booklet_CEA_Wall_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
List of potential topics (see Quick List reference sheet):
For these resources and more, visit https://energystepcode.ca/for-local-governments/
Building Officials Handbook
Best Practices Guide for Local Governments
Policy:
Elk_Valley_20191211_Zac_May.pdf
Stakeholder spreadsheet:
Builder Workshop Agenda & Itinerary:
Event Templates:
Template_Event_Checklist.docx
Template_Event_Budget.xlsx
Template_Sign_In_Sheet.docx
Eventbrite_workshop_registration.pdf
Template_Sponsor_Acknowledgement.docx
Template_Workshop_Feedback_Form.docx
Content materials handouts:
Booklet_CEA_Roof_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
Booklet_CEA_Wall_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
List of potential topics (see Quick List reference sheet):
Resources:
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BuildSmart_Tailgate_info_sheet.pdf
BuildSmart_Tailgate_application_form_June2019.pdf
airtight-building-sign-new.pdf
BuildSmart Tailgate Meeting video example: view on YouTube
Tailgate Workshop Registration & Itinerary:
Example_invite_KCountry_blower_door.pdf
Template_Tailgate_Agenda.docx
Event Templates:
Template_Event_Checklist.docx
Template_Event_Budget.xlsx
Template_Sign_In_Sheet.docx
Template_Sponsor_Acknowledgement.docx
Template_Workshop_Feedback_Form.docx
Content materials handouts:
Booklet_CEA_Roof_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
Booklet_CEA_Wall_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
Real Estate Engagement:
Template_Stakeholders.xlsx
Template_Media-Release_realtor.docx
Template_Event_Checklist.docx
Template_Event_Budget.xlsx
Template_Sign_In_Sheet.docx
Eventbrite_workshop_registration.pdf
Template_Sponsor_Acknowledgement.docx
Template_Workshop_Feedback_Form.docx
Public Engagement:
Template_Stakeholders.xlsx
Template_Event_Checklist.docx
Template_Event_Budget.xlsx
Example_Ad2_social_media_Public.png
Example_Media_Release_public_info_night.pdf
Example_Poster_public_showcase.pdf
Example_Poster_public_showcase2.pdf
Presentation_ESC_Outreach_Event_2018.pdf
Template_Sign_In_Sheet.docx
Template_Sponsor_Acknowledgement.docx
Template_Workshop_Feedback_Form.docx
ESC Case Study Overview:
CaseStudy_ESC_Overview_2019.pptx
CaseStudy_ESC_Overview_2019.pdf
Building A Legacy - case studies on YouTube:
Hideaways Development Case Study
Fort Point Residence Case Study
Forest Crowne Case Study Part 1 of 2
Forest Crowne Case Study Part 2 of 2
Mark Street Townhome Case Study
Building A Legacy- case studies print:
CaseStudies_RDEK-four.pptx
CaseStudies_RDEK-four.pdf
CaseStudy_ESC_Kimberley_pathway_to_success_2019.pdf
CaseStudy_ESC_Invermere_Nov2018.pdf
More Case Study information on the Energy Step Code website
Policy:
2020_Step_Code_Policy_Recommendation_East-Kootenay_Final.pdf
Proposals & budget:
Coming soon
Final reports:
Coming soon
Quick Links
Working with an Energy Advisor
Working with an Energy Advisor:
workingwithEA-Final.pdf
Mechanical System Solutions (3 Part series)
Part 1:
Recording from April 8, 2021
Mechanical Decision Tree:
4.1-HVAC-Mechanical-System-Options.pdf
Part 2:
Recording from May 6, 2021
Part 3:
Recording from June 3, 2021
Enclosure & Airtightness Solutions
Airtightness Sign:
airtight-building-sign-new.pdf
BuildSmart Tailgate on-site airtightness training:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1KCaX3_LLo&list=PLlbW7jHE7jWlFDmoxJrWaybY5UqpYM68z&index=11
Step Code Solutions for Northern BC
ESC_Solutions_NorthBC_May19_21.pdf
YouTube Channel
Building A Legacy playlist
BC Energy Step Code:
www.energystepcode.ca
BCIT - Zero Energy Buildings
https://commons.bcit.ca/zeroenergybuildings/videos
BC Housing Resources:
Building Envelope Thermal Bridging Guide
Technical Resources
StepWin: https://stepwin.ca
StepWin is a web-based tool with an intuitive interface for Step Code Evaluation.
Shift: http://shift.opentech.eco
Shift helps building industry participants, investors, and policy makers to:
- understand the changing building codes by city
- identify the changing component landscape
- realize new opportunities
Find a local qualified energy advisor: https://betterhomesbc.ca/ea/
Roof Assemblies Technical Booklet:
Booklet_CEA_Roof_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
WallAssemblies Technical Booklet:
Booklet_CEA_Wall_Assemblies_Final_Version.pdf
BAL Consultant list:
BAL_Consultant_List_GC.pdf
ESC Case Study Overview:
CaseStudy_ESC_Overview_2019.pptx
CaseStudy_ESC_Overview_2019.pdf
Building A Legacy- case studies on YouTube
Hideaways Development Case Study
Fort Point Residence Case Study
Forest Crowne Case Study Part 1 of 2
Forest Crowne Case Study Part 2 of 2
Mark Street Townhome Case Study
CaseStudies_RDEK-four.pptx
CaseStudies_RDEK-four.pdf
CaseStudy_ESC_Kimberley_pathway_to_success_2019.pdf
CaseStudy_ESC_Invermere_Nov2018.pdf
More Case Study information on the Energy Step Code website
Logos and images are available for your use. Please do not remove credit.
BC Energy Step Code Graphics:
High Performance House Graphic
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Building A Legacy:
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BALheader.png
BALfooter.png
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Building A Legacy Tailgate:
CleanBC Better Homes New Construction Program (Part 9) – Up to $15K for eligible new homes
See https://betterhomesbc.ca/rebates/cleanbc-new-construction/
CleanBC Commercial Express (Part 3) - https://betterbuildingsbc.ca/incentives/cleanbc-commercial-express-program/
targeted to operators of small and medium-sized businesses with interest in fuel switching
CleanBC GoElectric (Part 9 and Part 3)
https://electricvehicles.bchydro.com/incentives/charger-rebates -
CleanBC Better Buildings – Custom, Custom Lite, New Construction (Part 3)
rebates for home (single family and MURB) and workplace EV charging
FortisBC
https://www.fortisbc.com/rebates/home/new-home-construction?utm_campaign=newhome&utm_source=collateral&utm_content=newhomeew Home Program
Part 3 (and soon large Part 9) FortisBC Commercial New Construction program: https://www.fortisbc.com/cnc
*check with your energy advisor and building official for any additional local incentives
“Building A Legacy” is an initiative of the Community Energy Association (CEA). This toolkit was created by CEA to enable customized replication of the successful outreach, policy, and education program first delivered in the East Kootenay. Credit to CEA.
Acknowledgements
This toolkit was developed and prototyped by the Community Energy Manager role in the Regional District of East Kootenay (RDEK) and prepared by CEA.
We gratefully acknowledge that this guide has been made possible with the direct financial support of BC Hydro, with various elements of the Building A Legacy East Kootenay program having been developed through financial contributions from BC Hydro, Columbia Basin Trust, RDEK, FortisBC, Real Estate Foundation of British Columbia and BC Housing.
