Welcome to your October update from CHBA BC Education. This edition is all about getting the most from Education Summit 2025 (Richmond, Oct 8–9), spotlighting must-see sessions, and the CPD courses and short training you can take this month. If you’re headed to the Summit—bring your curiosity and get ready to come away with practical tools you can use on the next job site.

Dates: October 8–9, 2025 Location: Sheraton Vancouver Airport Hotel, Richmond, BC

The Education Summit is a focused, practical two-day conference for builders, building officials, designers, and policy professionals. Expect sessions that cut through theory and deliver field-ready guidance on code compliance, assembly details, HVAC and energy systems, and insulated project management tips.

Not sure what to try first? Day 2 (Oct 9) offers a free, drop-in option starting at 1:00 p.m. — join one of two afternoon workshops and explore the trade show expo (no CPD points for the free pass, but lots of value):

• Warranty Woes: Why and How to Prevent Them — 1:15 p.m.
• Insider’s Guide to Part 9 Advanced Wall & Roof Assemblies — 2:45 p.m.

 Click here to register for a free Day 2 pass.

It’s not too late to register for the full conference. Registration has been extended for a week!

Register here for a full conference pass.

Presenters: Ken Kunka & Manda McIntyre (Ministry of Housing & Municipal Affairs)

Digital tools are transforming permit submittals and the way builders communicate their design intent. This session will cover:

• New digital compliance tools for permit submittals
• A drawing standards guide tailored to Part 9 residential projects
• How these resources help builders, designers and owners across B.C.

Don’t miss it if you want a clearer, faster route through permitting and fewer RFIs.

Day 1 — Builder Visual Guide to the BC Energy & Zero Carbon Step Codes Presenters: Wilma Leung (BC Housing) & Mark Bernhardt (Bernhardt Contracting)

Learn practical, visual strategies for meeting the latest energy, carbon, and climate resilience requirements — the guide is designed for builders who want clear details and fewer surprises on-site.

Day 2 Breakfast — BC Hydro: Guide to Utility Clearances

BC Hydro’s Guide to Utility Clearance (released Sept 8) has important implications for laneway, multiplex and infill projects near existing power lines. BC Hydro’s team will explain how to apply the guide’s requirements to residential projects and help you plan foundations and equipment placement to avoid costly redesigns.

Mark Bernhardt (CHBA BC Past President) talks with HAVAN on the Measure Twice, Cut Once podcast about why builder education matters and how smarter choices yield better performing homes.

Give it a listen here!

Why it matters: Radon is invisible but a real health risk; the 2024 BC Building Code updates require proper radon rough‑ins in many Part 9 residential projects.

In this 1‑hour online course, you’ll learn:

• Updated code requirements for radon rough‑ins in Part 9 buildings
• Practical installation strategies for different foundation types
• How to stay compliant and protect occupants

CPD: 1 point

Register here!

Low Load Homes: New Built Homes and Deep Energy Retrofit Homes Face Similar Challenges
October 15 | Online Webinar | 2 CPD | $79 (members save 25%)
Explore system design for high-performance homes. Learn how to size and integrate HVAC, water heating and ventilation systems to improve comfort and efficiency.

Register HERE

Building Science for Renovations
October 17 | Online Webinar | 7 CPD | $299 (members save 25%)
Learn skills and tools to incorporate green building and energy-efficient design successfully in your renovation and retrofit projects.

Register HERE

Building Rehabilitation
Nov 20 | Online Webinar | 1 CPD | $50 (members save 25%)
From Restoration to Innovation: Learn to leverage rehabilitation ‘lessons learned’ to drive adoption of high-performance building envelope products.

Register HERE

View the full course calendar HERE.

We are proud to recognize the support of our Education Summit 2025 sponsors, who help us provide high-quality training and events across the province.

Thank you to BC Housing for being the Title sponsor of the Education Summit 2025!

BC Housing collaborates with industry partners to enhance the quality, safety, and energy efficiency of housing throughout the province. The organization develops builder education resources, research, and guides to help industry professionals meet evolving requirements — such as the Builder Visual Guide to the BC Energy & Zero Carbon Step Codes. Builders can also access training and technical bulletins to stay ahead of code changes and implement best practices on-site.

In addition, BC Housing supports initiatives that make housing more affordable, inclusive, and sustainable for communities throughout B.C.

Visit BC Housing’s website to explore their resources and programs here!

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