Hi friend, Welcome to the December edition of HPSC Monthly. This month, we bring you these top stories and more: - Register for Western Canada's largest in-person industry event: BUILDEX Vancouver
- HPSC holiday hours for urgent support
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Up to $40,000 in incentives for employers to hire first year apprentices
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BUILDEX Vancouver Returns February 15th & 16th
BUILDEX Vancouver is your opportunity to experience the dynamism, progress and innovation from Western Canada’s built environment, in-person. Meet, network, learn and source face-to-face with colleagues and industry influencers from every corner of the industry in Vancouver, February 15 & 16, 2023 (virtual passes are also available).
Stop by the HPSC's exhibitor booth to say hi and catch our very own Greg Bloom on the presenter's stage. Find out what's happening in your industry with expert insights and information through seminars, panels, roundtable discussions, keynotes, workshops and live demos. Select seminars and workshops are eligible for CPD credits through BC Housing.
Explore the show floor and gain access to leading exhibiting companies showcasing their newest innovations and technologies over a span of two days. Through 185+ exhibitors, meet face-to-face with colleagues from every corner of the building industry. BUILDEX events enable Architecture and Design, Engineering, Construction, Home Building and Renovation and Property Management professionals to immerse themselves in dialogue through a meaningful platform for industry advancement.
BC’s building industry is currently tackling significant challenges and opportunities: Increasing building performance, reducing embodied carbon, improving individual and community wellbeing, adopting technology, and solving a construction workforce crisis. The educational conference program focuses on four key themes this year: Climate Resiliency and Retrofits, Decarbonization and Electrification, Innovative Building Technologies, and Workforce Solutions.
Date: February 15-16, 2023
Location: Vancouver, Convention Centre West
Cost: Various pass options available. Early bird pricing on now until January 13, 2023.
Registration: https://www.microspec.com/reg/BXV2023/index.htm?api=v1.1&growl= |
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The HPSC team wishes you and your loved ones a wonderful holiday season!
We hope you find time to rest and unplug over the winter holidays. To offer support for any contractors that might have urgent questions during the holidays, the HPSC will be open with the following reduced hours: December 23-27: Closed December 28-30: Open 10:00am-2:00pm December 31-January 2: Closed
January 3: Regular business hours resume
You can contact us at info@homeperformance.ca or 604-755-3469 for any urgent matters during our open hours. |
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Rebate Program Webinars - Recordings and Q&A Transcripts Available Missed the November webinars from FortisBC, BC Hydro and the Province of BC on their rebate program refresher and update? Follow the links below to watch recordings, download the slides, and view the Q&A transcripts. |
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Providing Feedback on Rebate Programs To provide feedback or ask questions on rebate programs, you can send your thoughts to the program partners anytime via the contact information below. BC Hydro: alliance@bchydro.com
FortisBC: qualityinstalls@fortisbc.com
CleanBC: betterhomesbc@gov.bc.ca
This is the best way to provide feedback as the partners can easily respond, assist with any application/project specific concerns, or give you a call back. |
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Support for Employers to Hire First Year Apprentices
The BC Construction Association, with funding from the Federal Government, has launched a program to provide employers with up to $40,000 in financial incentives for hiring and registering first-year apprentices in Red Seal trades.
Visit the program website to learn more and register. |
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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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FortisBC Offering 80% Subsidy Discount for HRAI Courses Limited Time Offer FortisBC will be subsidizing several of HRAI's most popular courses during the fall and winter months, by 80% off the regular price. This offer is only available to contractors in BC.
HPCN Registrants: This is a great opportunity to complete your HRAI/TECA training requirement. You will still be eligible for reimbursement of 100% of the course costs plus a contribution towards wages.
Please note: This offer is not in combination with any other offer or discount from HRAI (including HRAI Membership discounts). The subsidy is available now until the funding and spots run out. |
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National Home Performance Conference (U.S.) Seattle, WA | April 17-20, 2023 | $995 (USD) Each year, this event brings together contractors, weatherization professionals, trainers, program administrators, energy auditors, and others working in residential energy efficiency for the latest developments and education in the industry. |
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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 Jan 11 and 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 Jan 16 and 30 | $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 Jan 7 and 24 | $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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