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04 / 10
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 7:30 am
End: 9:30 am

Living Buildings - Sustainability Community Breakfast

Living Buildings, the next Sustainability Community Breakfast, takes place Thursday, April 10th, 7:30 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.

Please note the NEW VENUE for the 2008 breakfast series – the British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) downtown Vancouver campus at 555 Seymour Street, Vancouver. The breakfast will feature:


Start: 1:00 pm
End: 5:00 pm

Students will learn about the basics of green roofs, definitions of the different types of green roof systems and materials, appropriate vegetation for intensive, semi-intensive and extensive green roofs from a downloadable CD prior to taking the course. C

ourse content will provide students with the knowledge of a benefit analysis of green roofs through a case study method. The format will be 2 hours lecture and 2 hours workshop where students tour the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology, review products and mock up a green roof assembly.


04 / 11
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


04 / 12
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 8:00 am
End: 5:00 pm

Location: Simon Fraser downtown campus,
515 West
Hastings St., Vancouver, BC
Room: Room 1600, Canfor Policy
Room
Time: 8 am – 5 pm (including Exam,
which takes place from 3 pm to 5 pm)

Workshop Fee: CanSIA Member - $225, Non Member - $275
Exam Fee: Both CanSIA and non-CanSIA Members - $75


Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Registration is now open for 2008 workshops. Scroll down for more information.

In response to overwhelming interest, we offer a two-hour, non-technical “Green Building 101” for homeowners interested in learning how to “green” their home!

Participants will gain a general understanding of green design ideas, issues and processes, develop a set of personal green goals for their home, and leave with a practical resource workbook. Confused about where to start, who to talk to and what questions to ask? Then this course is for you!


Start: 12:00 pm
End: 2:00 pm

Ecohousing projects update

Bowen Island Ecohousing Village Startup

There is a meeting set for April 12, 2008 at 12 Noon to 2 PM. The location is 585 Berry Road, Bowen Island.

There are a number of households interested in this project and will be attending this first meeting. A owner of a site is seeking initial concept approvals for Ecohousing on the site. Alan Carpenter is checking the feasibility of assembling other sites in partnership with this site owner in order to create a small village of Ecohousing projects.


Start: 12:30 pm

Energy inefficient buildings cost businesses thousands of dollars every year. Using Langara College as a case study, course participants will explore the range of opportunities for reducing energy losses in institutional and commercial buildings. In the first part of the workshop, an engineer will explain the process in detail, from energy audit to implementation, and then workshop participants will be taken on a tour of the college to learn about the energy saving changes firsthand.


Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

"Residential Energy Conservation"

Bruce Cullen

Bruce Cullen, Manager, Small Energy Group


04 / 13
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Eco-Sense 2008 Tour Schedule

Ann and Gord Baird’s load bearing earthen home is the first code approved seismically engineered high occupancy residence in North America. 


04 / 14
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


04 / 15
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


Start: 7:00 pm
Start: Apr 15 2008 - 7:00pm
End: Apr 16 2008 - 8:30pm

Guest Speaker Series on Architecture and Green Building Practices

Wednesday, April 16, 7-8:30pm
Topic:
Buildings, Communities and Cities: Researching for Zero Carbon Solutions
Guest Speaker: Veronica Gillies, MRAIC, MAIBC, LEED® AP, BUSBY PERKINS + WILL


04 / 16
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


End: 8:30 pm
Start: Apr 15 2008 - 7:00pm
End: Apr 16 2008 - 8:30pm

Guest Speaker Series on Architecture and Green Building Practices

Wednesday, April 16, 7-8:30pm
Topic:
Buildings, Communities and Cities: Researching for Zero Carbon Solutions
Guest Speaker: Veronica Gillies, MRAIC, MAIBC, LEED® AP, BUSBY PERKINS + WILL


Start: 9:00 am
Start: Apr 16 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 18 2008 - 5:00pm

Cascadia
will be hosting Living Future '08 - From Living Buildings to Living Communities,
April 16-18, in the picturesque city of Vancouver BC. Here you will see the
convergence of some of North America's most influential and leading-edge
architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals in the green building
industry from across the bioregion and beyond. Living Future, the Cascadia
Region Green Building Council's signature "unconference", is two and half days of intense
networking, learning, and insight. The conference is specifically aimed at

04 / 17
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


(all day)
Start: Apr 16 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 18 2008 - 5:00pm

Cascadia
will be hosting Living Future '08 - From Living Buildings to Living Communities,
April 16-18, in the picturesque city of Vancouver BC. Here you will see the
convergence of some of North America's most influential and leading-edge
architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals in the green building
industry from across the bioregion and beyond. Living Future, the Cascadia
Region Green Building Council's signature "unconference", is two and half days of intense
networking, learning, and insight. The conference is specifically aimed at

Start: 6:29 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


04 / 18
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


End: 5:00 pm
Start: Apr 16 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 18 2008 - 5:00pm

Cascadia
will be hosting Living Future '08 - From Living Buildings to Living Communities,
April 16-18, in the picturesque city of Vancouver BC. Here you will see the
convergence of some of North America's most influential and leading-edge
architects, engineers, contractors and other professionals in the green building
industry from across the bioregion and beyond. Living Future, the Cascadia
Region Green Building Council's signature "unconference", is two and half days of intense
networking, learning, and insight. The conference is specifically aimed at

Start: 8:30 am
End: 5:00 pm

FourSeasons Hotel, Vancouver,
BC

Registration: $275 + GST

The 2008 conference will showcase successful implementation strategies

REGISTER TODAY! https://www.sporg.com/registration?form_id=99081

This exciting and unique day will include:


Start: 4:00 pm
Start: Apr 18 2008 - 4:00pm
End: Apr 20 2008 - 4:59pm

Light House will be closed April 18-20 for the EPIC Show. Visit us at our booth at the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre at Canada Place!

For more information, visit www.epicvancouver.com


04 / 19
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


(all day)
Start: Apr 18 2008 - 4:00pm
End: Apr 20 2008 - 4:59pm

Light House will be closed April 18-20 for the EPIC Show. Visit us at our booth at the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre at Canada Place!

For more information, visit www.epicvancouver.com


Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

Retrofitting Communities for Sustainability: Community Building

“Build something that no one can touch, yet everyone can sense.

Build something that is priceless yet can’t be bought or sold.

Build community.”


04 / 20
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


End: 4:59 pm
Start: Apr 18 2008 - 4:00pm
End: Apr 20 2008 - 4:59pm

Light House will be closed April 18-20 for the EPIC Show. Visit us at our booth at the Vancouver Convention and Exhibition Centre at Canada Place!

For more information, visit www.epicvancouver.com


Start: 10:00 am
End: 2:00 pm

Here is an excellent opportunity to get outside this Earth Day weekend!

Earth Day in the Lower Seymour Conservation Reserve (LSCR)
Sunday, April 20th, 2008
10am - 2pm


04 / 21
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 9:00 am
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 23 2008 - 9:59am

Wind engineering applications form an integral part of the building design
process, providing architects and design engineers with a comprehensive
understanding of the interaction between environmental factors and building
design. A proper connotation of this interaction can provide significant cost
savings to building owners in terms of developmental, material, and operational
costs.Wind engineering examines the impact of wind force on a building in terms
of wind pressures on a building’s exterior shell; its torsional movement; door

Start: 12:00 pm
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 12:00pm
End: Apr 23 2008 - 5:00pm

AWMA Climate Change Symposium

This is a reminder about the upcoming climate change symposium in Vancouver on April 21-23, 2008. The deadline for early registrations is April 4th.

Changing Climate, Uncertain Futures and Evolving Practices

April 21-23, 2008
Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU
Vancouver, BC


04 / 22
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


(all day)
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 23 2008 - 9:59am

Wind engineering applications form an integral part of the building design
process, providing architects and design engineers with a comprehensive
understanding of the interaction between environmental factors and building
design. A proper connotation of this interaction can provide significant cost
savings to building owners in terms of developmental, material, and operational
costs.Wind engineering examines the impact of wind force on a building in terms
of wind pressures on a building’s exterior shell; its torsional movement; door

(all day)
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 12:00pm
End: Apr 23 2008 - 5:00pm

AWMA Climate Change Symposium

This is a reminder about the upcoming climate change symposium in Vancouver on April 21-23, 2008. The deadline for early registrations is April 4th.

Changing Climate, Uncertain Futures and Evolving Practices

April 21-23, 2008
Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU
Vancouver, BC


Start: 11:00 am

Home for Less Expo

There are 8,000 to 15,000 homeless citizens currently residing in our province according to a study by Simon Fraser University. This number is considerably up from the 2005 Homeless Count. Every night, a large percentage of homeless citizens have no place to go and end up sleeping outside with little or no protection from harsh natural conditions and social environment.

British Columbians spend the least per person on subsidized housing in Canada (1), which results in a disproportion of supply and demand.


Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


04 / 23
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


End: 9:59 am
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 9:00am
End: Apr 23 2008 - 9:59am

Wind engineering applications form an integral part of the building design
process, providing architects and design engineers with a comprehensive
understanding of the interaction between environmental factors and building
design. A proper connotation of this interaction can provide significant cost
savings to building owners in terms of developmental, material, and operational
costs.Wind engineering examines the impact of wind force on a building in terms
of wind pressures on a building’s exterior shell; its torsional movement; door

End: 5:00 pm
Start: Apr 21 2008 - 12:00pm
End: Apr 23 2008 - 5:00pm

AWMA Climate Change Symposium

This is a reminder about the upcoming climate change symposium in Vancouver on April 21-23, 2008. The deadline for early registrations is April 4th.

Changing Climate, Uncertain Futures and Evolving Practices

April 21-23, 2008
Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue, SFU
Vancouver, BC


Start: 6:00 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


04 / 24
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 8:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Introducing Green Buildings & LEED to Contractors


04 / 25
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 2:30 pm

Nike Sustainability Speaker at SFU - April 25

As part of the 25th anniversary of the SFU School of Business, SFU is hosting a speaker series.

On April 25th they will have Jane Savage from Nike in to talk about her role in design and sustainability, and broader CSR initiatives of the firm. The event is free.

More info is here:  http://business.sfu.ca/news_releases/event01180801.php


04 / 26
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

"Clean Green: How to Save Money, Green your Life, and Have a Healthier Home"

Linda Hunter

Linda Hunter, Healthy Home Expert and Author of Green Clean


04 / 27
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 10:00 am
End: 12:00 pm

Eco-Sense 2008 Tour Schedule

Ann and Gord Baird’s load bearing earthen home is the first code approved seismically engineered high occupancy residence in North America. 


04 / 28
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 5:30 pm
End: 7:30 pm

Registration is now open for 2008 workshops. Scroll down for more information.

In response to overwhelming interest, we offer a two-hour, non-technical “Green Building 101” for homeowners interested in learning how to “green” their home!

Participants will gain a general understanding of green design ideas, issues and processes, develop a set of personal green goals for their home, and leave with a practical resource workbook. Confused about where to start, who to talk to and what questions to ask? Then this course is for you!


04 / 29
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 6:30 pm
End: 8:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


04 / 30
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 2:00 pm
End: 2:59 pm

Check off your company's mandate to
exercise their corporate social responsibility and join the CHBA BC for a Checklist to a
Greener Future on April 30, 2008 at the Pacific Palisades Hotel.

This conference will focus on the value added of Built
Green™ BC, and the latest trends and technologies in sustainable building.
Participants will assess how alternate energy sources and “green” products and
services help save our environment.

 

Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


Start: 7:00 pm
End: 7:30 pm

Guest Speaker Series on Architecture and Green Building Practices

Wednesday, April 30, 7-8:30pm
Topic: Sustainability at Home
Guest Speaker: Dr. Freda Pagani, Architect and a Fellow of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada, Founding Director of UBC Campus Sustainability Office


05 / 1
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 8:00 am
End: 2:15 pm

The
Canadian Institute of Energy (BC) presents

The
Right Fuel
Symposium

The
Consumers' Energy Conundrum:

“Which
fuel is best to heat my home?”

8:00 a.m. to 2:15
p.m.
Thursday, May
1st, 2008
Seasons Room
Four Seasons
Hotel
791 West Georgia
Street, Vancouver BC


05 / 2
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


05 / 3
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 1:30 pm
End: 4:30 pm

Global Warming Café
Conversations that lead to tangible action

Saturday, May 3, 2008
1:30pm (sharp) to 4:30pm
West Point Grey Presbyterian Church, 4397 West 12th Ave, at Trimble, near where the 99B line stops (10th & Sasamat, which is one block west of Trimble and two blocks north of 12th).
To register: info@communityclimatechange.ca or call: 778-329-7459

For more info: http://www.communityclimatechange.ca


Start: 2:00 pm
End: 4:00 pm

"From Green Ideas to Green Communities: How the city of North Vancouver is leading in sustainability"

Schechter Headshot

Sam Schechter, Councillor, City of North Vancouver


05 / 4
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


05 / 5
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


05 / 6
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


Start: 6:00 pm

Envirothon BC Fundraiser

Join Envirothon BC as we celebrate another year of accomplishments.
Live music, food, drink, and door prizes are all part of the event.
Get your tickets in advance before they sell out!

Proceeds raised support Envirothon BC, a charitable organization
dedicated to helping BC's high school students develop the knowledge,skills and experience needed to actively participate as stewards of our natural resources.


Start: 6:30 pm
End: 9:00 pm

<http://www.metrovancouver.org/>

How should we manage our waste?

You are invited to attend any of the public meetings being held by Metro Vancouver to receive comments on the strategies for updating the Liquid Waste and Solid Waste Management Plans.


05 / 7
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advancement of Green Roof Technology (CAGRT).


05 / 8
(all day)
Start: Apr 7 2008 - 7:00am
End: May 21 2008 - 7:59am

The popular Building Smart Seminar Series is back for Spring 2008.
The Homeowner Protection Office (HPO) is presenting a seminar
entitled "Windows: Performance, Selection and Installation" in more than
20 communities across the province from April 7 - May 21.

(all day)
Start: Apr 8 2008 - 6:00pm
End: May 13 2008 - 9:00pm

Held on Tuesday evenings from April 8 - May 13, this course will provide design professionals, contractors, and planners, who already have a basic understanding of green roofs, with the knowledge to determine the appropriate green roof system, design performance criteria, installation and maintenance.

Students will be exposed to leading edge information on materials, design details, and implementation methods. The course presents regionally-relevant solutions supported by the current research at the Centre for the Advance