Hi friend, Welcome to the March 2024 edition of HPSC Monthly. This month, we bring you these top stories and more: -
List of speakers released for the spring Contractor Forum.
- BC budget promises more money for heat pumps.
- Training and events galore! Check out the latest offerings below.
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List of Speakers Released for the Spring Contractor Forum
The Home Performance Stakeholder Council's (HPSC) annual Contractor Forum is back and the list of speakers has just been released - see below. Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024
Time: 9:30am-4:00pm Location: Aria Banquet & Convention Centre, 12350 Pattullo Place, Surrey, BC, Canada Cost: Free
Registration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/contractor-forum-tickets-836134580037?aff=MarEnews
Businesses and individuals from across the home performance industry will be in attendance including HVAC, insulation, windows and doors, energy advising, and general retrofit sectors. Plus, government and utility rebate program administrators will be on site to answer questions and welcome feedback. The day's activities will be a combination of peer-led panels, facilitated table discussions, presentations, and plenty of networking time.
Who Should Attend?
- Contractors/installers
- Energy advisors
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Manufacturers/suppliers
- Industry associations
- Government/non-profit groups
- Building inspectors
- Technology/solution providers
Preliminary List of Speakers - More to Come! Growing your Business: The Home Performance Approach with guest speakers Virtual Home Energy Labelling with guest speakers Working with Indigenous Communities with guest speakers Rebate Programs FAQ with guest speakers from |
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BC Budget Promises More Money for Heat Pumps
The Government of BC announced its 2024 budget on February 22 and it includes a promised
$40 million for additional heat pump rebates for households with low and middle incomes.
The HPSC continues to work closely with rebate program partners such as CleanBC and will provide updates as soon as they are available about what this means for existing rebate programs or new initiatives. |
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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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| Air-Source Sizing and Selection Tool (V2.4) Webinar | Tuesday, Mar 26 at 11:00 PST | Free
NRCan’s CanmetENERGY team is happy to announce a new updated version of their Air-Source Sizing and Selection Tool (V2.4) is now online. Proper sizing and selection is critical in order to maximize the performance and energy savings potential of air-source heat pumps. With that in mind, the updated version of the Tool includes a series of new features to better support your project needs and help achieve your intended project outcomes. Join their webinar to learn more.
No registration required, join the Teams call at the stated day and time:
Join on your computer, mobile app or room device Click here to join the meeting
Meeting ID: 293 411 576 715 Passcode: dfa3eR Or call in (audio only)
+1 613-699-2160 Phone Conference ID: 755 351 639# |
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| Ensuring Quality Heat Pump Installations Webinar Series
Join CEA's monthly sessions to gain insights into top-notch heat pump installations. Every month, Rob Pope from Ecolighten Energy Solutions will guide attendees through crucial factors and industry standards that should be adhered to for ensuring the utmost quality in heat pump installations. Suitable for builders, designers, HVAC technicians, energy advisors, and building officials.
Webinars may be eligible for CPD credits through BC Housing. Click the individual registration links to learn more. |
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| Reaching Future Performance Targets Using Fundamental Enclosure Concepts
Due to popular demand, CHBA BC's highly interactive one day workshop will return to more cities. This one-day training is designed for both new and seasoned Part 9 Residential builders for gaining hands-on experience with high-performance air and water barrier membrane installation and building the fundamental knowledge required to be successful in evaluating and implementing high-performance enclosure design demanded by current and future code requirements.
- April 4 - Kelowna
- April 18 - Vernon
This course is approved for 7 CPD points. If you are interested in bringing more staff to the event, group rates are available. Note that there are a limited number of hands-on spots available for these sessions, so it is recommend to register early. |
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| Residential Enclosure Retrofits: A Hands-On Experience Nelson, BC | Wednesday, Apr 10 | $299 + 5% GST
This new training course specifically focuses on the limitations and challenges contractors face when undertaking enclosure retrofits on existing homes. Contrary to new builds, retrofits come with many challenges from unknowns, including as-built products and materials, occupied conditions, phasing limitations, and existing structural configurations. These challenges must be met with creativity, adaptation, and a strong knowledge of best-practice retrofit solutions.
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| In-Person: HPSC's Retrofitting with a House-as-a-System Approach
The Kootenay Clean Energy Transition is partnering with the HPSC to deliver an in-person version of our online course. Join them for a more interactive opportunity to learn about the house-as-a-system approach and get credit for the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) mandatory course.
This course is an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home, or house-as-a-system, approach to both create better homes for your clients and to grow your business. By participating you will learn: - How a house operates as a system
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How to identify common home issues that have energy retrofit solutions, and how to avoid creating new issues
- How to explain the home- and life-improving benefits of your products and services
- How to create a reciprocal referral network that can support your clients to complete whole-home retrofits and bring in more business for your company
The course is free but registration is required: |
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| HPCN REQUIRED COURSES - OPTION 1
TECA Principles of Moving Air Online | Classes starting Apr 24, 2024 | $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 Apr 15, 2024 | $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.
*HPCN members are eligible for a 100% reimbursement plus contribution towards wages. Visit homeperformance.ca/HPCN to learn more about membership and training subsidies. |
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| HPCN REQUIRED COURSES - OPTION 2
70% off - HRAI Basic Principles of Residential Ventilation Online | On-Demand | $26.70 + tax*
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.
70% off - HRAI Residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain Calculations
Online | Classes starting Mar 25, 2024 | $408 + tax*
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.
*Use Promo Code "FortisBC" to obtain 70% off at checkout. HPCN members are eligible for a 100% reimbursement plus contribution towards wages. Visit homeperformance.ca/HPCN to learn more about membership and training subsidies.
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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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