The Fenestration sector is currently organized by the Fenestration Association of BC (FEN-BC).Fenestration Canada and the Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada (SAWDAC), both out of Toronto, also have a presence in the market.

FEN-BC is a non-profit trade association representing the interests of businesses engaged in the fenestration industry in BC, and other interested parties.

SAWDAC educates the consumer on what criteria to look for when hiring a contractor. They also educate contractors and provide assurance that their members will deliver quality products and services. They offer a WindowWise certification for replacement window manufacturers and installation contractors. There are a number of manufacturers that are local to BC:
• Centra
• Starline
• Westeck
• Vinyltek
• Van Isle Windows
• Thermoproof
• KW Windows
• Glenmore Millwork
• Euroline (also imports some product)

The windows installation industry is comprised of various independent window installers and general
contractors. However, some larger players - Centra, Long Life, and Thermoproof - also play a large role. FEN-BC has a list of their members online - http://www.fen-bc.org/companie...
which can be organized by category and/or designation.

The industry operates under the following codes and standards:
• Energy Efficiency Act: includes windows and doors, with specific product
performance/certification requirements
• BC Building Code: references the manufacturers' instructions for installation
• Vancouver Building Bylaw: references the manufacturers' instructions for installation
• CSA A440.4: window installation standard
• CSA A44.2: window energy performance standard
• NAFS: North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights
(the insulation and U-value guidelines specified are based on climate zones)