Hi friend, Welcome to the May 2023 edition of HPSC Monthly. This month, we bring you these top stories and more: - Canada Greener Homes Program updates for heat pump rebates
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Heat pump education for your customers from BC Hydro
- Up to $10,000 for a new business or tech hire
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Webinar: Canada Greener Homes Program Changes
HRAI is hosting a webinar with the Canada Greener Homes Program to discuss changes to their heat pump rebates.
Topics will include: - An Overview of Heat Pump Technology
- Types of Heat Pumps Incentivized under Canada Greener Homes Initiative
- Changes to the Energy Efficiency Regulations under Amendment 17
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Revised Canada Greener Homes Grant program performance eligibility requirements for products tested under 10 CFR Appendix M1
- Additional Canada Greener Homes Grant Program Requirements
- Extraction Data Sources for Heat Pump products and Eligible Product List update timelines
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Navigating the Eligible Product Lists
- Heat Pump Sizing, Selection, and Best Installation Practices
Date: Friday, May 19
Time: 7:00am-8:00am PST Cost: Free
Registration: https://hrai-ca.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_tIxLWCXVSi6p0WWZa7iC5Q#/registration
Reminder: The Canada Greener Homes Program is a federally-run rebate program and is not currently a partner with the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN). We encourage contractors to be familiar with the program regardless to help your customers access the most rebates possible. |
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A huge thank you to everyone that participated in our Contractor Forum on May 4. It was great to see old friends and meet new faces - in person! Over 130 people were in attendance from across industry sectors and company types.
You can visit our Past Events Guide to see a list of speakers from the event and their contact information, presentation slides, and a gallery from our interactive What is Home Performance? table activity. |
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Heat Pump Education for your Customers Looking for a reliable resource to help your customers understand whether a heat pump is right for their home? BC Hydro's customer-facing Heat Pump webpage offers easy-to-understand information for homeowners including the benefits of heat pumps, how they work, a summary of available rebates, and more. The page includes a Heat Pump 101 video (shown above) and even a calculator to compare the operational costs of heat pumps versus natural gas furnaces. There are links to printable PDFs that you can share with less tech-savvy customers as well.
To check out the page yourself and direct customers, visit BCHydro.com/heatpumps |
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Up to $10,000 for a Business or Tech Hire
Looking to hire someone in a business or tech role? Innovate BC’s Innovator Skills Initiative offers up to $10,000 for B.C.-based companies, startups and non-profits to hire young professionals from under-represented groups. The program connects undergrad and graduate students with an opportunity to bring their skills to a company looking for help. Learn more about eligibility requirements and apply today on the program website. |
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BC Green Building Calendar
Check out the new BC Green Building Calendar, a resource to find all of the latest events and training related to green building subject matter, including: emissions, energy efficiency, resiliency, high-performance design, and more. |
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| Fenestration Canada Spring Conference
Kelowna | May 23-26 | $900 (non-member)
Fenestration Canada is hosting their spring conference in Kelowna this year. The multi-day event will feature education sessions, supplier showcases, networking opportunities and more. The HPSC's Greg Bloom, Manager of Industry Relations, will be speaking at the conference on May 25 - make sure to say hello! |
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| Introduction to Deep Energy/Emissions Retrofits for Single-Family and Small Multi-Family Homes Online | Every Wednesday starting May 24, 5:00-7:00pm | Free
A Deep Energy Retrofit is a bundle of related projects that reduce energy consumption in your home by at least 50%. They usually start with the building envelope (windows, walls, roof) and can include air tightness, ventilation, heating, hot water and electrical measures.
This course introduces the fundamentals of Deep Energy/Emissions Deep Retrofits, with a focus on single-family and small multi-family buildings. The course will clarify the context for, and help learners develop their knowledge of various types of Deep Retrofits. The course provides a strong foundation for other Deep Retrofit courses, including a future course on planning and executing Deep Retrofit plans.
The course will be free of charge to registrants based on a first come first serve basis.
Register now! Email: zeb@bcit.com to register for the course. |
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| FGIA Hybrid Summer Conference
Vancouver | June 12-15 | $1,000+ USD
FGIA is hosting their summer conference in Vancouver this year. A variety of presentations, panel discussions and hands-on demonstrations will be featured on the conference schedule. Numerous committees, councils and task groups will also have an opportunity to meet. Plus, several networking opportunities will be available for registrants to participate in. The HPSC's Greg Bloom, Manager of Industry Relations, will be speaking at the conference on June 13 - make sure to say hello!
2023 FGIA FENBC Region Exclusive One-Day Access
Vancouver | June 14 | $288.75 CAD
During the FGIA Hybrid Summer Conference, on June 14, members of the FGIA FENBC Region are invited to exclusive in-person access to industry experts covering the impact of glass on wildlife, the hands-on demonstration of glass cutting and washing and more valuable content throughout the day. Registration includes breakfast, lunch and an evening reception where regional members can expand their networking outreach. |
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| All Gender Be More Than A Bystander Training Port Coquitlam | June 19-21 | Free
Be More Than A Bystander (BMTAB) is a training and educational program to support organizational and cultural shifts towards more inclusive, safer and respectful workplaces. The training equips participants with practical tools and strategies to intervene in bullying, harassment and violence. BCCWITT is proud to now offer this session to gender-diverse tradespeople.
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Air Sealing and Retrofits Online | On Demand | Free | Available to HPCN registrants/members only
This course is an introduction to the fundamentals of air sealing for Part 9 (single family detached and attached) residential building retrofit contractors. The goal of this course is to inform contractors working in retrofit rebate programs of both the recommendations and best practices for air sealing to enhance consumer satisfaction and comfort, maximize energy savings and greenhouse gas reductions, and improve home durability. Register with the HPCN to access the course: homeperformance.ca/contractornetwork
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TECA Principles of Moving Air Online | Classes starting June 23 | $659 + GST (non-members)
This course will benefit those working in the New, Retrofit or Repair portions of the industry. It was developed to give those who are designing or installing duct systems the ability to create quiet, efficient systems which deliver the required volumes while using the least fan energy. Today, furnaces, heat pumps and ventilation systems require larger volumes of air to be moved. Duct fitting shape, the number of fittings, air filters, coils all contribute to reduced flow in ductwork.
TECA Heat Loss/Heat Gain Course Online | Classes Starting May 29 | $385 + GST (non-members)
The course is intended to help participants perform accurate and code-compliant heat loss and heat gain calculations. The BC Building Code calls for CSA F280-12 for calculation of heat loss and heat gain, for Part 9 buildings. The TECA Heat Loss / Gain software has been designed to give users an accurate and simple way to calculate heating and cooling loads by the CSA F280-12 calculation methods. |
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HRAI Residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain Calculations Online | Classes starting May 23 | $1,295 + taxes
Based on the CSA Standard F280-12, students get a firsthand introduction of the basic principles of building science and heat loss/gain. Through various in-class exercises, the student will learn how to determine the thermal resistance (R value) of various building assemblies, such as walls and ceilings. Accurately, calculate room by room heat loss and gain while considering the influences of occupancy, exposure, ventilation, air leakage across the building envelope and more.
HRAI Basic Principles of Residential Ventilation Online | On-Demand | $85 + taxes
Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of residential ventilation. The course starts by defining the concepts known as “House as a System”; the flow of air, heat and water and how these impact natural ventilation (i.e., air leakage). The course includes a description of the theory of mechanical airflow including air pressure, duct resistance and fan ratings. A review of the impact on combustion appliances, humidity levels and indoor air quality is also provided.
A discount code for these HRAI courses is accessible upon registration with the HPCN. |
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| Quality Installation of Insulation Retrofits in BC Homes
Online | On Demand | FREE for BC Contractors applying to the HPCN*
This course covers best practices for the quality installation of insulation in residential retrofit applications specific to single-family homes in British Columbia. Supported by the Province of BC, BC Hydro and FortisBC, this course is part of HPCN training requirements that will become mandatory for select rebate programs in 2022. Quality Installation of Forced Air Furnace and Air Source Heat Pump Retrofits in BC Homes Online | On Demand | FREE for BC Contractors applying to the HPCN*
This course covers best practices for the quality installation of furnaces and air-source heat pumps in residential retrofit applications specific to single-family homes in British Columbia. Supported by the Province of BC, BC Hydro and FortisBC, this course is part of HPCN training requirements that will become mandatory for select rebate programs in 2022.
*Home Performance Contractor Network – limited time offer. Discount code available upon registration.
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2021 Revised - Best Practice Guide for Replacement Window and Doors Digital ($150) or Print ($290) (non-member prices)
Developed ─ and newly revised ─ by the Fenestration Association of BC and BC Housing, this guide applies current building science and best practices to the replacement of windows and doors in wood-frame residential buildings. It provides practical information and useful guidelines to help ensure these products are replaced in a way that improves the durability of building enclosures in existing buildings. It specifically addresses the unique challenges presented by BC’s coastal climate, which has inspired advancements in building envelope technology that have been adopted around the world.
Did you know? This guide is a required resource for registration with the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN). Contractors registering with the HPCN are eligible for a discounted copy of the guide. Learn more at homeperformance.ca/contractornetwork
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Building Science for Renovations Online | On-Demand | $449
The goal of this course is to provide renovators like you with an introduction to the basic knowledge needed to perform your job as a business owner or manager. By completing this course you'll gain a foundational understanding of the best practices for running a professional and successful renovation business in Canada. Note: there is a final exam at the end of the online course.
Course topics include: - General principles for business owners and managers
- Health and safety concerns
- Customer service
- Human resources
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Design considerations and building science
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| Become a Program-Qualified Energy Advisor Ongoing Applications
Program-Qualified Energy Advisors (PQEAs) are EnerGuide Rating System registered energy advisors (working with Service Organizations licensed through Natural Resources Canada) who have completed additional BC rebate program-focused orientation training. To access the CleanBC Better Homes and Home Renovation Rebate Programs Energy Advisor Supported Rebates homeowners must use a PQEA to deliver the required EnerGuide home energy evaluations.
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This list of training and events is compiled for your information. The HPSC is not affiliated with any of the third party organizations providing training or hosting events.
Know of other professional development opportunities? Let us know at info@homeperformance.ca |
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