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Water, Water Everywhere: solving the secrets of trapped moisture in walls
Spring Training Camp 2016 Was a Smashing Success!!
Heritage Buildings 102: Structures
A review of historic structures, techniques and materials used in heritage buildings.
Division B: Part 7: Plumbing Services
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division B: Part 8: Safety Measures at Construction and Demolition Sites
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division C: Part 1: General
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division C: Part 2: Administrative Provisions
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
A National Tiered Energy Code for 2020: What does this mean for you?
Gord Cooke and Mark Rosen provided great insights into this evolving topic as the work of the NBC 2020 code is ongoing.
Modelling in National Energy Codes: Flexible, transparent, and objective-oriented
Hear what Chris McClellan, Andrew Pride and Gord Cooke have to share about the National Energy Codes.
Cracking the Building Code Webinar
Andy Oding from Building Knowledge Canada helps builders crack the SB-12 code with a better approach; saving money on co
Building Science for a Net Zero Future
Building science is the interaction of heat, air, and
moisture with the built environment. As the world
moves toward a greener f
Division B: Part 5: Environmental Separation
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Building Knowledge to Build Better Homes
Building science seeks to improve a building’s performance through knowledge derived from various sciences including a
Virtual Advanced Building Science Spring Camp 2021 - Home Edition
Annual building science spring camp that includes the speakers you want to hear from and the topics you need to know abo
2020 New Homebuyer Preference Study
Tim Bailey of Avid Ratings provided great insights into what clients are looking for in their homes as well as possible
Humidity Control: 3 key principles every builder and homeowner needs to know
Gord Cooke provided great insights into this topic that has long been a challenge for homebuilders and homeowners alike
Energy, Emissions and Sustainability in Canadian Houses
Join Stefanie Coleman, Chris Magwood and an expert Builder Panel in this 4-part series Energy, Carbon Emissions and Sustainability
2021 New Homebuyer Preference Study
Tim Bailey of Avid Ratings, walked us through the most recent AVID/CHBA New Homebuyers Preference Study. Learn what your clients w
New Tiered Energy Code NBC 2020 - What are the key details for homebuilders and developers
Sponsored by Enbridge and hosted by Andrew Pride and Andy Oding on February 10, 2022. Andrew discussed the recent appro
Passive House Canada Stands With Indigenous Communities
Complimentary training available to those of Indigenous heritage.
Division B: Part 6: Heating, Ventilating and Air-conditioning
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division B: Part 1: General
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Acorn Developments Unveils New Net Zero Ready Homes
Acorn Development Corp. is on the path to performance with its Net Zero Ready model homes. Leading by example, the model
Advanced Building Science Canadian Spring Training Camp 2022 Recap
A fast and furious review of highlights from the 8th annual Spring Camp. The great carbon debate, a deep dive on window tech, how
National Building Code Section 9.36: A New Day for Energy Efficiency
Construction Cost Savings Through Performance Path Energy Code Compliance
Energy Modeling for Performance Path Building Code Compliance (Ontario Building Code SB12 3.1.2 & NBC 9.36)
Why You Need Guides
A better way to train, to communicate and to stay on the same page - Guides.co
Heritage Buildings 101: Guidelines & Hazards
Provides a definition of heritage and guidelines for working on heritage buildings, with descriptions of common hazards
Division A: Part 3: Functional Statements
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Gord Cooke’s Net Zero Cottage Design, Part 2: Advanced Building Technologies
Discover relevant and practical information at the leading edge of high-performance residential construction, created an
Gord Cooke’s Net Zero Cottage Design, Part 3: High Performing Mechanical
Discover relevant and practical information at the leading edge of high-performance residential construction, created an
Adding Attic Insulation
The easiest way to save money on your energy costs is to increase the insulation in your attic. This is one of the s
Smart Bricks Fight Fuel Poverty And Climate Change
Airex was determined to find a way of balancing energy efficiency & indoor air quality. They developed a brick that exac
Relationship of the NBC to Standards Development and Conformity Assessment
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division A: Part 1: Compliance
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
Division A: Part 2: Objectives
A free digital version of the National Building Code of Canada 2015 (NBC).
The Construction Process
An outline of the typical construction process today, based in a single-family home.
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