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SUMMARY:Hands-On Envelope Retrofit Training (Terrace)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an essential four-day training designed for housing maintenance professionals\, tradespeople\, and contractors in Terrace and surrounding regions. \nThis practical\, in-person program will help you master the skills and knowledge needed to perform energy-efficient housing retrofits that meet local needs and challenges. \n\nSpace is limited\n28 CPDs pre-approved by BC Housing *attendance for all four days\nCatered breakfasts and lunches\n\nWhy Attend?\n\nExpert-Led: train with industry professionals.\nHands-On Experience: practice with real materials and mock-ups.\nAccess to Resources: access job aids and videos on envelope upgrades.\nAffordable: deeply subsidized course fees to improve accessibility to more learners.\nTraining Credits: option for BCIT course and CPD credit.\nCareer Connections: connect with Nisga’a Nation’s large-scale home energy retrofit program and learn ways to get involved\n\nWhat You Will Learn\n\nBuilding science principles for energy-efficient retrofits.\nPractical skills in airtightness\, window upgrades\, and insulating below-grade and attic spaces.\nAddress occupant comfort\, efficiency\, and building durability.\n\nTraining Overview\n\nDay 1: Fundamentals of Building Science\nDays 2–4: Building Envelope Upgrades (with hands-on activities and demonstrations)\n\n\n\n\n\n\nInstructors:\nCody Brentzen\, Principal\, Envelope 1st Consulting & Contracting\n(Photo below) \nCody is Hwlisum and a Haida/Tlingit First Nation member with over over 20 years of experience as a residential Red Seal carpenter. He shares his enthusiasm with students at the Zero Energy Buildings Learning Center at BCIT where he instructs hands on application of the Envelope 1st approach to returning professionals and apprentices. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nShawn Wiebe\, Co-Owner Holistic Building Performance\n(Photo below) \nInterprovincial Red Seal carpenter\, Energy Advisor\, High Performance Building Consultant \nShawn got his start in the trades at an early age from a father who was a Red Seal electrician\, licenced gas fitter and owner operator of a backhoe. After completing his Red Seal apprenticeship\, Shawn started his own construction company and general contacted residential\, commercial and agricultural projects. \nAfter 20 years as a general contractor\, Shawn went on to lead work in Indigenous housing & infrastructure at both the community and Tribal Council level for more than 10 years. Now a Registered Energy Advisor and Certified Passive House Consultant\, Shawn also holds micro-credentials from BCIT in Zero Energy Buildings and Regenerative Buildings and is CSA F280-12 Certified. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration:\nCost is $99 for four days\, including breakfasts and lunches.* \n*Indigenous learners may be eligible for additional supports. For more information\, please contact Melissa Hamer (contact info below). \nCollaborators:\nBrought to you by a collaboration of Nisga’a Nation\, BCIT\, and the Community Energy Association with funding provided by Nisga’a Lisims Government\, BC Hydro\, Fraser Basin Council\, Real Estate Foundation of BC and generous in-kind support from Kitselas Five-Tier System through hosting us at the Kulspai Learning Village. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nContact:\nMelissa Hamer \, Zero Energy/Emissions Buildings Learning Centre \nSchool of Construction and the Environment \nBritish Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) \nmelissa_hamer@bcit.ca
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/hands-on-envelope-retrofit-training-terrace/
LOCATION:K5T (Kitselas Five Tier System LP)\, 4404 Queensway Drive\, Terrace\, BC\, V8G 4P1\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Climate Friendly Homes Tour - Information Session
DESCRIPTION:If you are interested in participating in the Climate Friendly Homes Tour\, please register here for an information  session to find out more about the Tour!
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/climate-friendly-homes-tour-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Understanding BC Building Code Update: Bracing to Resist Lateral Loads - Creston
DESCRIPTION:The BC Building Codes 2024 include new bracing requirements for wood framed Part 9 housing (i.e. homes and low-rise residential). These changes are meant to resist increased force from extreme winds and earthquakes. \nBuilders\, get ready for these changes coming into effect on March 10\, 2025. Sign up for an in-person\, full-day education session with the Canadian Home Builders’ Association. You can earn 6 CPD points from BC Housing. \nCommunity Energy Association is offering a $50 rebate to attendees in Prince George (Mar 5)\, Fernie (Mar 12)\, Invermere (Mar 13)\, and Creston (April 11). \nLearn more.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/understanding-bc-building-code-update-bracing-to-resist-lateral-loads-creston/
LOCATION:Creston and District Community Complex\, 312 19 Ave N\, Creston\, BC\, V0B 1G0\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Growing Your Business as a Retrofit Contractor (Apr. 2025)
DESCRIPTION:Join a live Q&A and discover how Authorized Contractors can make the most of participating in Retrofit Assist and grow as a local business. \nCommunity Energy Association’s Retrofit Assist guides homeowners through the process of upgrading their home’s energy efficiency\, switching to a heat pump\, or installing solar electricity. \nOnly Retrofit Assist’s Authorized Contractors can access this growing business opportunity in Whistler\, Squamish\, Rossland\, Kamloops and East Kootenay. \nJoin our presentation and live Q&A to learn how home contractors (including HVAC installers\, electricians\, plumbers\, insulation specialists\, fenestration contractors) can make the most of Retrofit Assist\, take advantage of training and networking sessions\, and help their clients maximize access to rebates and financing available. Already a Retrofit Assist contractor? Join CEA to learn about important program updates! \nBring your questions and curiosity about: \n\nThe Retrofit Industry Today: Get insight into the state of BC’s retrofit market and where we expect growth.\nCommunicating with Clients: Get tips and resources for effectively talking to clients about retrofit options.\nWorking with Clients in Retrofit Assist: Understand the program’s features\, and the process for becoming a Retrofit Assist Authorized Contractor.\nHome Performance Contractors Network (HPCN): Learn how HPCN membership enables you to work projects funded with CleanBC rebates for heat pumps\, solar and energy efficiency.\n\nWhether you’re already involved in home energy retrofitting or considering entering this growing field\, we will equip you with valuable information and tools to succeed. \nRSVP for Free \nRetrofit Assist is a program of the non-profit Community Energy Association and is offered in collaboration with SwitchPACE CIC.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/growing-your-business-as-a-retrofit-contractor-apr-2025/
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SUMMARY:NorthCAN Forum 2025
DESCRIPTION:The NorthCAN Forum will be the premier event of 2025 exploring opportunities for climate action and the energy transition in Northern BC. This two-day in-person event will feature discussions and dialogues\, information from northern leaders and researchers\, and tours of local sites demonstrating the transition to a low-carbon and resilient future for northern communities. \n\nBuild connections with others.\nBe inspired by examples of northern leadership.\nLearn about funding programs and new technologies.\nGenerate ideas in collaboration with others from diverse sectors and communities.\nContribute to the future resilience and well-being of our region.\n\nThe Northern BC Climate Action Network (NorthCAN) is a unique platform for showcasing northern leadership for climate action\, community resiliency\, and the low-carbon transition. It was established in 2022. Today\, after three years and 13 meetings (including two previous in-person events)\, the network includes nearly 400 people from 50 communities who initiate\, influence\, and implement local climate solutions in Northern BC. \nIf you… \n\nwork to encourage and advance local climate action and the energy transition\nrecognize the associated local economic\, social\, and environmental benefits and wish to maximize them\nwant your community to be resilient and benefit from the transition away from fossil fuels\n…consider joining NorthCAN and registering for the NorthCAN Forum.\n\nThis includes elected officials and staff from local governments and Indigenous communities\, health care professionals\, educators and researchers\, business and industry officials\, and representatives of NGOs. \nRegister for the NorthCAN Forum
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/northcan-forum-2025/
LOCATION:Ramada Plaza Prince George\, 444 George St\, Prince George\, BC\, V2L 1R6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Keeping Our Cool: How Builders can Protect Homes from Overheating
DESCRIPTION:Summer 2021 was deadly for British Columbians\, with over 600 people losing their lives in just one week of extreme heat. The rapidly heating climate is expected to bring more dangerous summers to come\, so the 2024 release of the BC Building Code has introduced new requirements to prevent overheating in residential spaces. \nJoin Community Energy Association\, HVAC Designers of Canada and Ecolighten Energy Solutions for an in-depth look at how to navigate compliance and verification of these new requirements\, designed to minimize health and safety risks from overheating in dwelling units. \nThis session will cover the Guideline for Single Zone Cooling in Dwelling Units\, which offers the technical direction needed to achieve compliance using CSA F280-12 standard – helping you avoid issues caused by improper cooling load calculations. \nRegister on Eventbrite \n  \nNotes\nEvent is free of charge\, but you must pre-register for the webinar you’d like to attend. \nIf you can’t attend the webinar – no problem! We’ll provide the slide deck and a link to the recording to all those who have registered. \nThis event has been pre-approved for 1 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Point through BC Housing. \n  \nAbout the Presenter\nDara Bowser\, HVAC Designers of Canada
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/protect-homes-overheating/
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