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June 2023

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar: Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) – Building Envelopes for a Sustainable Future

June 15, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: David Stevenson, Sales Manager and Site Advisor Insulspan Dave has been with Insulspan for nearly 25 years, initially manufacturing the equipment that is currently used to laminate and press the panels, then onto the shop floor where the panels are custom cut and pre-fabricated, and from there to the job site where they are installed. For several years now, Dave has…

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September 2023

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar – Combustible Window Frames: A New Energy Efficiency Option for Noncombustible Buildings

September 27, 2023 @ 11:30 am - 2:35 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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COMBUSTIBLE WINDOW FRAMES: A NEW ENERGY EFFICIENCY OPTION FOR NONCOMBUSTIBLE BUILDINGS Wednesday, September 27, 2023 11:30am – 2:35pm The Italian Cultural Centre Society Vancouver, BC Agenda 11:30 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 –    1:00   Lunch    1:00 –    1:50   Important change to the restrictions on combustible window frames in the 2020 NBC    1:55 –    2:35   Net-Zero-Ready Towers with Combustible Glazing   Please join us for our in-person September luncheon at the Italian Cultural Centre. This event was planned in conjunction with the EGBC Building Enclosure Committee and…

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October 2023

2023 BCBEC Conference & AGM: Back to Basics and Beyond

October 20, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS: Follow this link for PDF files from this event: 2023 Conference & AGM Presentations     Friday, October 20th, 2023 JW Marriott Parq 39 Smithe Street Vancouver, BC 7:00 am – 5:00 pm   Click here for Directions:  Getting to the Conference   Updated October 17, 2023 5:20am   Back to Basics and Beyond BCBEC invites you to stay connected, current — and inspired! With ever-increasing demands to design and construct higher performing buildings, and…

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2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM SPEAKERS

October 20, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS: Follow this link for PDF files from this event: 2023 Conference & AGM Presentations   BACK TO BASICS AND BEYOND Friday, October 20th, 2023 JW Marriott Parq 39 Smithe Street Vancouver, BC 7:00 am – 5:00 pm   Updated September 27, 2023 6:40am   2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM Flyer Click on picture for larger view (pdf)   2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM Program Click on picture for larger view (pdf)   Speakers Information…

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2023 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS

October 20, 2023 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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PRESENTATIONS: Worst to Best - Retrospect of Evolution of Building Performance in BC   Dave RickettsRDH Building Science Oct 2023 The Dangers of a Black Box - Are You Getting Garbage Out?   Leonard Pianalto RJC Engineers Oct 2023 Risks of Interior Low-e Coating in Double-glazed Windows   Hamid Heidarali Hamid Design Build Oct 2023 VBBL Embodied Carbon Policy & BC Energy Step Code and VBBL Compliance for 7 to 12 Storey Residential Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction (EMTC) Buildings  …

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February 2024

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar – PMMA Technology

February 22, 2024 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda: 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: Brent May, BComm, R.R.O., Sr. Territory Manager - BC & YT Siplast Canada Brent May is Siplast Canada's Sr. Territory Manager for British Columbia and the Yukon. He has been working in the Roofing and Building Envelope Industry for 20 years with experience on the contracting side as an estimator and project manager. He has been with Siplast since 2016. Brent…

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April 2024

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar – Whole Building Air Leakage Testing – What Are We Actually Testing

April 10, 2024 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda: 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: Dan Gronross Axiom Builders After over 14 years in the Building Envelope Consulting side of the construction industry, Dan Gronross made a switch to the construction side of the table. Dan helps Axiom Builders navigate the building code changes, embodied carbon requirements and the constructability of the next generation of high performance buildings.   About the Topic: Whole Building Air Leakage…

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May 2024

Call for Presenters!

May 20, 2024

Call for Presenters! Are you passionate about sharing your expertise and insights with an engaged audience? Do you have a unique perspective or innovative ideas that you believe can make a difference? Do you have suggestions for topics or content you'd like see at our events? We want to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to complete this form. The BC Building Envelope Council (BCBEC) is thrilled to announce our call for presenters for our 2024 Annual Conference…

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September 2024

Victoria Luncheon Seminar – Whole Building Air Leakage Testing – What Are We Actually Testing

September 24, 2024 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
Hotel Grand Pacific, Vancouver Island Ballroom, 463 Belleville Street
Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1X3 Canada
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Location: Victoria, Vancouver Island Hotel Grand Pacific, Vancouver Island Ballroom 463 Belleville Street Victoria, BC   Agenda 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional)   About the Presenter Dan Gronross Axiom Builders After over 14 years in the Building Envelope Consulting side of the construction industry, Dan Gronross made a switch to the construction side of the table. Dan helps Axiom Builders navigate the building code changes, embodied carbon requirements and the…

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October 2024

2024 Engineers and Geoscientists BC Annual Conference and AGM

October 16, 2024 - October 18, 2024
Vancouver Convention Centre, 1055 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC V6C 0C3 Canada
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Engineers and Geoscientists BC are excited to announce our 2024 Annual Conference and AGM will be held in person and live streamed on October 16-18, 2024, at the Vancouver Convention Centre in Vancouver, British Columbia. Engineers and Geoscientists BC's premier conference brings new and seasoned engineers, geoscientists, and working professionals together for two days of expert-led sessions on industry innovation, technical competence, and regulation in British Columbia. Join us for Continuing Education (CE) sessions, inspirational keynote speakers, valuable networking opportunities, and…

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November 2024

2024 FGIA FENBC Region Technical Summit

November 5, 2024 - November 6, 2024
Northview Golf and Country Club, 6857 168th Street
Surrey, BC V4N 0E1 Canada
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  Registration is now open for the annual Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region Technical Summit, taking place November 5-6 in Surrey, BC. This two-day event will feature a welcome reception at a local restaurant, commercial and residential topic coverage, a Product Showcase and opportunities to engage with industry leaders. The November 5 welcome reception will take place at 4:30-6 p.m. at Charcoal and Woodz restaurant. The following day will begin with a continental breakfast at 7 a.m.…

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2024 BCBEC Conference & AGM: RENEW RESTORE REINVENT EXTENDING THE LEGACY OF EXISTING BUILDINGS

November 15, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS: Follow this link for PDF files from this event: 2024 Conference & AGM Presentations     Updated January 10, 2025 10:55am   Friday, November 15th, 2024 JW Marriott Parq 39 Smithe Street Vancouver, BC 7:00 am – 5:00 pm   Click here for Directions:  Getting to the Conference   RENEW RESTORE REINVENT EXTENDING THE LEGACY OF EXISTING BUILDINGS BCBEC invites you to stay connected, current and inspired! In our endeavor to build sustainably and economically,…

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2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

November 15, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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Updated November 7, 2024 10:10am *TABLES SOLD OUT*   2024 BCBEC Conference & AGM Sponsorship Opportunities Friday, November 15, 2024 JW Marriott Parq 39 Smithe Street Vancouver, BC 7:00 am – 5:00 pm   BCBEC invites you to stay connected, current — and inspired! As we continue to strengthen our building envelope community as we continue to emerge from the issues from the pandemic, it is more important than ever to stay connected to existing clients as well as forge…

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2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM SPEAKERS

November 15, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS: Follow this link for PDF files from this event: 2024 Conference & AGM Presentations     RENEW RESTORE REINVENTEXTENDING THE LEGACY OF EXISTING BUILDINGS Friday, November 15th, 2024 JW Marriott Parq 39 Smithe Street Vancouver, BC 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Updated January 10, 2024 11:00am   2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM Full Program Click on picture for larger view (pdf)   2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM Schedule Click on picture for larger view…

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2024 BCBEC CONFERENCE & AGM PRESENTATIONS

November 15, 2024 @ 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
JW Marriott Parq Vancouver, 39 Smithe Street
Vancouver, BC V6B 0R3 Canada
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PRESENTATIONS: Lessons learned from 20 years of leak detection data   Jason TeetaertSMT Research Nov 2024 Building envelope retrofit abroad: parallels with New Zealand and different perspectives   Shawn McIsaacOculus Building Science and Facades Nov 2024 Protecting Reinforcing Steel from Corrosion: A Comprehensive Analysis of Corrosion Protection Systems Used in Concrete Repair   Wesley Narciso JRS Engineering Nov 2024 Calibrated Energy Models for Retrofit Planning: Case Studies for Social Housing   Maddy Kennedy-Parrott RDH Building Science Nov 2024 The Accidental…

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February 2025

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar – Fundamentals of Below Grade Waterproofing Systems

February 20 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda: 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: Harold Louwerse, P.L.Eng, RRO Stantec Harold is a Practice Lead for Stantec's new Building Specialty Services division in Western Canada, overseeing the Building Science, Energy Modeling, Façade Engineering, Facility Assessment, Building Commissioning, and Technology specialties. As a Professional Licensee of Engineering and a Registered Roofing Observer, Harold is knowledgeable and experienced in cladding, glazing, roofing, insulation and below grade waterproofing systems.…

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March 2025

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar – Beneath the Surface: Podium Membrane Replacements and Sustainable Design Considerations for New Construction

March 13 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda: 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: Heather Reid, P.Eng., Impact Initiatives Lead | Sustainability PCI Developments Heather Reid is a building enclosure engineer with over 20 years’ experience in various specialties in the construction industry in both Canada and the US. She is currently leading Sustainability Initiatives as an Owner Representative for PCI Developments. Formerly in her role as a Principal at RDH Building Science, she specialized…

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April 2025

Vancouver Luncheon Seminar: Closed Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam; much more than an Insulation

April 23 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society, 3075 Slocan Street
Vancouver, British Columbia V5M 3E4 Canada
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Agenda: 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional) About the Presenter: Michael J. Pace, C.E.T., BSS Building Resource Incorporated Michael Pace is the owner and president of Building Resource Incorporated (2002), manufacturer’s agent for specialty construction products. He is a Certified Engineering Technologist and a Building Science Specialist (BSS 2008). Michael has extensive experience promoting specialty construction products in Canada and the USA in various market segments including building restoration, machinery grouting,…

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CALL FOR PRESENTERS!

April 30

CALL FOR PRESENTERS! Are you passionate about sharing your expertise and insights with an engaged audience? Do you have a unique perspective or innovative ideas that you believe can make a difference? Do you have suggestions for topics or content you’d like see at our events? We want to hear from you! Please take a few minutes to complete this form. The BC Building Envelope Council (BCBEC) is thrilled to announce our call for presenters for our 2025 Annual Conference…

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May 2025

Victoria Luncheon Seminar – Fundamentals of Below Grade Waterproofing Systems

May 8 @ 11:45 am - 2:00 pm
Hotel Grand Pacific, Vancouver Island Ballroom, 463 Belleville Street
Victoria, British Columbia V8V 1X3 Canada
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Update: This particular Luncheon has been moved from April 30th to May 8th. Our apologies for the inconvenience. Location: Victoria, Vancouver Island Hotel Grand Pacific, Vancouver Island Ballroom 463 Belleville Street Victoria, BC   Agenda 11:45 – 12:00   Registration & Housekeeping 12:00 – 12:30   Lunch 12:30 –    1:30   Presentation and Q&A    1:30 –    2:00   Networking (optional)   About the Presenter: Harold Louwerse, P.L.Eng, RRO Stantec Harold is a Practice Lead for Stantec's new Building Specialty Services division in Western Canada, overseeing the Building Science, Energy Modeling,…

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