Victoria Luncheon: Building Enclosure Practice Guidelines
January 14, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenter: Mike Wilson, M.Eng, P.Eng, BEP, RDH Building Engineering Mike Wilson is a Principal, Senior Building Science Specialist and Manager of the Victoria office of RDH Building Engineering Ltd. RDH focuses on the integration of building science engineering, architecture, construction management, and risk assessment services for the building enclosure on new construction projects and […]
Vancouver Luncheon:
Glazing Installation: Structural vs. Building Envelope
January 17, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter: Mark Layton is the President and CEO of Layton Consulting, which he created in 1994. Layton Consulting Ltd. is a specialty structural engineering firm providing engineering services for both residential and commercial glazing manufacturers, builders and architects. Mark has over 28 years of structural design and consulting experience relating to building facades, cladding […]
Victoria Luncheon: Passive House Lessons Learned
February 20, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenters: Mark Bernhardt & Rob Bernhardt Mark Bernhardt is the President of Bernhardt Contracting Ltd., the general contractor for the first home targeting the International Passive House standard on Vancouver Island. Bernhardt Contracting Ltd. is primarily involved in commercial general contracting, with an interest in high performance construction. This project was taken on to […]
BCBEC and HPO in partnership with RCI present Building Smart: 2013 Half-Day Workshop on Roof Installation
February 21, 2013 @ 7:00 am
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
Half-Day Workshop Online Webinar (video): 2013 Half-Day WorkshopBuilding Smart: Roof Installation Online Webinar (video) February 2013 Presented by the British Columbia Building Envelope Council (BCBEC) and the Homeowner Protection Office (HPO), a branch of BC Housing in partnership with RCI. This half-day workshop focused on roof system design and installation best practices for wood-frame […]
Victoria Luncheon: BCBEC and Vancouver Island Chapter of ASHRAE present: Specification and Installation of Windows in New and Existing Buildings
March 20, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenters: Al Jaugelis and Gordon Kyle Al Jaugelis is a Fenestration Specialist with RDH Building Engineering Ltd. and the Technical Consultant for the Fenestration Association of BC. He played a key role in initiating the “Review of Window Energy Rating Procedures for Canada” research project and is the lead on a new guide, “Best […]
Vancouver Luncheon: Building Enclosure Practice Guidelines
March 21, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter: Gilbert Larocque Gilbert Larocque is a registered professional engineer in BC and Ontario, and is a member of the Bar of British Columbia. He has over 30 years of engineering experience gained in the fields of aviation, project and program management, construction and building envelope. Gilbert provides guidance, and deals with professional and […]
Victoria Luncheon: Six-Storey Wood Frame Design Concerns and Considerations
April 17, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenter: Leon Plett, MIStructE, Struct.Eng, B.Eng, P.Eng, LEED AP, Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd. Leon Plett is a Designated Structural Engineer and Project Engineer in the Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd. Victoria office. A graduate of Lakehead University, Leon joined RJC as a Design Engineer in 2005. He has worked on a variety of challenging projects, […]
Vancouver Luncheon: NAFS and the 2012 BCBC – the New Omnibus Fenestration Standard
April 18, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter: Al Jaugelis, RDH Building Engineering Ltd. Al Jaugelis is a Fenestration Specialist with RDH Building Engineering Ltd. and the Technical Consultant for the Fenestration Association of BC. He played a key role in initiating the “Review of Window Energy Rating Procedures for Canada” research project and is the lead on a new guide, […]
Vancouver Luncheon: A Look Into Shotcrete
May 16, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter: Gary Hawkins, Business Development Manager, Torrent Shotcrete Structures Ltd. Over 25 years in the construction industry. Gary is responsible for client relationships, estimating, and the daily running of the business, including its growth and branding to ensure the service provided is recognized to be of the highest calibre in our industry. Gary […]
Victoria Luncheon: Anatomy of a Roof Failure
May 22, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenter: John Wells, RRO, Wells Klein Consulting Group Inc. John Wells is the Senior Partner and President of Wells Klein Consulting Group Inc. (formerly J.W. Wells Consulting Inc.). Previous to his now 21 year old consulting practice, John served as Technical Manager of RCABC from 1985 to 1992. John is a Registered Roof Observer […]
Vancouver Luncheon: Hazardous Materials in Construction
June 20, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
Presenter: Jim Bagley, MCIOB, Levelton Consultants Ltd. About the Presenter: Jim Bagley is a Senior Project Manager with Levelton Consultants Ltd specialising in hazardous materials services. Jim has extensive experience assessing and managing hazardous materials in a wide range of contexts from single family residences to major infrastructure projects. About the topic: WorksafeBC regulations require that […]
Victoria Luncheon: BCBEC and Vancouver Island Chapter of ASHRAE present: Panel Discussion on Compliance with ASHRAE 90.1 in the BC Building Code
July 3, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Panelists: Alex McGowan, P.Eng., is Levelton’s Vancouver Island Group Leader for Building Science with 25 years experience. He is a licensed professional engineer in British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario, and a member of the BC Building Envelope Council, the Ontario Building Envelope Council, and ASHRAE. He is the author of dozens of technical […]
2013 BCBEC Conference & AGM Lessons From The Past – Roadmap For The Future
September 25, 2013 @ 12:00 am
The Fairmont Waterfront Hotel
As part of its 25th anniversary celebrations, BCBEC invites industry experts, partners and members to participate in this one-day symposium. Speakers from premier organizations and practitioners will deliver insightful perspectives on the future of building envelope design. The thought-provoking agenda will chart a roadmap for industry challenges and opportunities ahead. The symposium will look at the […]
An Evening With Joe Lstiburek A Special Fundraising Event for the BCBEC Foundation (After the 2013 BCBEC Conference & AGM)
September 25, 2013 @ 6:00 pm
SFU Morris J. Wosk Centre
An interactive session with Joe Lstiburek and leading professionals to discuss building science trends and concepts. Attendees will gather for a two-hour open dialogue on preselected topics. The topics are selected upon consultation with speakers, event committee, and industry professionals in consulting, construction, and governmental sectors.
Vancouver Luncheon: EIFS – The Cladding With The Lowest Carbon Footprint… & What’s The Deal With Glass-Box Syndrome?
October 17, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter : Kevin Day, Dryvit Canada Kevin Day is regarded as a leading expert on EIFS, and is widely recognized for his extensive cladding engineering experience. Kevin is also a popular public speaker, having traveled across North America to communicate best building practices . Key contributions in the EIFS field include: articles such as […]
Victoria Luncheon: Introduction to the Component Modelling Approach
October 24, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenter: Ray McGowan, National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) Mr. McGowan manages the commercial fenestration energy rating program at NFRC, the Component Modeling Approach . Mr. McGowan works with many fenestration trade organizations such as ANSI, the National Institute of Building Science, ASHRAE as a voting member of ASHRAE SSPC 90.1/Envelope SC and ASHRAE […]
Victoria Luncheon: The High Performance Wall
November 13, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
Harbour Towers
About the Presenter: Gord Cooke, P.Eng., Building Knowledge Canada Inc. Gord Cooke is a Professional Engineer with over 25 years experience in the residential building industry. He is an effective and passionate educator and advocate for implementing better building practices and products. He has developed and delivered numerous technical and sales training courses across Canada […]
Vancouver Luncheon: Depreciation Reports – The Final Countdown
November 28, 2013 @ 12:00 pm
The Italian Cultural Centre Society
About the Presenter: Tony Gioventu, Condominium Home Owners’ Association of B.C. (CHOA) Tony Gioventu is the Executive Director of the Condominium Home Owners’ Association of B.C. (CHOA). Tony brings 30 years of experience in management, real estate development, construction, building operations, governance and strata property legislation to this position. In addition to acting as the editor […]