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The Vancouver Chapter Welcomes You!

On behalf of the 2017 Conference Committee, CSC Vancouver Chapter and participating

sponsors we welcome you to Kelowna for the 2017 Conference “Setting the Standard”!

We are really proud to offer a diverse and technically sound program that will satisfy your

learning objectives coupled with a great opportunity for the traditional networking and

socializing that makes being a CSC member exceptional!

We would like to thank our conference sponsors who will be highlighting the latest products,

materials and services during the Connections Café on Thursday night and during the

technical presentations Thursday and Friday. Please make an effort to visit their booths and

feel free to ask them questions.

Our host hotel, Delta Hotels Grand Okanagan Resort, offers attendees and companions

great access to Lake Okanagan waterfront shoreline as well as access to downtown Kelowna

business district. If you need any assistance feel free to reach out to any of the conference

committee members. We can be identified by our white “Ray Ban” type CSC logoed

sunglasses. Our committee members consist of:

Kim Tompkins Blair Bennett David McGuigan

George McCutcheon Vince Smith Melodie Pike

Kelly Sawatzky Bill Pelke Daryl Muz

Brian Maher Mario Maggio Alison Henry

Don Fraser Ryan Foster Mark Felt

James Kelly

In closing, we would like to personally thank all of the committee members from the

Vancouver Chapter for their efforts in planning and organizing this event. We would also like

to thank Nick, Clafton and Brad from the Association Office for their guidance and support

over the last year as well as Wyatt Eckert for his collaboration.

We hope you thoroughly enjoy the CSC 2017 Conference!

Sincerely,

Blair Bennett, CTR, RRO, CSP Kim Tompkins, FCSC, CTR

CSC 2017 Conference Co‐Chair CSC 2017 Conference Co‐Chair

CSC CONFERENCE 2017 – Setting the Standard

Please note, all session topics and times subject to change. Last updated May 12, 2017

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Wednesday, May 24, 2017

4:00 p.m.

8:00 p.m.

Early Registration Grand Foyer

5:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m. New Member and First Time Conference Attendees Meet and Greet

Room: Mount Boucherie

6:00 p.m.

9:00 p.m.

Welcome Reception Room: Grand Foyer & Terrace

Sponsored by:

Thursday, May 25, 2017

7:30 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

Registration Grand Foyer

7:30 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

Breakfast for Delegates and Companions South Ballroom – Featuring Keynote speaker: Eric Termuende

Delegates Program Companions Program

9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

1A – Paint Matters Speaker: Davis Kyle, Executive VP, MPI Room: Skaha

1B – Climate Change Resiliency Speakers: Jason Urquhart, P.Eng., Rick Zaporzan, NRC Room: Vaseaux

1C – Put it in Writing: The Impact of Robotics, Algorithms, and AI on Project Documentation, Design, and Execution Speaker: Greg Ceton CSI, CDT Room: Kootenay

Buses will pick up at 9AM. Companions will be introduced to the areas artistic culture. Visits to the Geert Maas Bronze Sculpture Garden, and the studios at Gallery 421, the Hambleton Galleries and the Rotary Centre for the Arts.

10:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Speed Networking Session Take part in this 30 minute networking session and optimize your

participation in the conference by meeting a number of professionals with whom you might not otherwise cross paths. This is a great opportunity to

expand your network with fellow delegates, speakers, and sponsors!

10:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

2A – Challenges in Tall Wood Buildings Speaker: Nicholas Sills, Structurlam Room: Skaha

2B – Understanding the New

2015 Building, Fire, Plumbing and Energy Code Provisions

Speaker: Jason Urquhart, P.Eng., NRC Room: Vaseaux

2C – Parking Structures:

Design, Construction and Maintenance CSA Standard S413

Speaker: Sylvie Mercier, RJC Room: Kootenay


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Thursday, May 25, 2017 – continued


11:45 a.m.

1:30 p.m.

Fellows 50th Anniversary Luncheon (open to all delegates) Room: South Ballroom

Lunch will be served at Summerhill Pyramid Winery surrounded by vineyards and Okanagan Lake. The group will tour the vineyard and taste its award winning organic wines. Later the group will take a scenic cruise on Okanagan Lake. The day will conclude with a visit to Okanagan Spirits where guests may sample award-winning fruit wines and other spirits. Buses will return to the hotel.

1:45 p.m.

2:45 p.m.

3A – Specifications for Constructors, Estimators and Suppliers (Part 1) Speaker: Keith Robinson, FCSC, RSW, FCSI Room: Skaha

3B – North American Fenestration Standards – What’s In, What’s Out, And What To Do About It Speaker: Al Jaugelis, Fenestration Specialist, RDH Room: Vaseaux

3C – The Effect of Specifications on Construction Cost Estimates and Current Estimating Standards Speakers: Connor Falls, MRICS, PQS, BTY Michael Gabert, PQS, BTY Room: Kootenay

2:45 p.m.

3:15 p.m.




3:15 p.m.

4:.

4:15 p.m.

5:.

4A - Specifications for Constructors, Estimators and Suppliers (Part 2)) Speaker: Keith Robinson, FCSC, RSW, FCSI Room: Skaha

4B – Seismic Risk Management Speakers: Jason Urquhart, P.Eng Rick Zaporzan, NRC Room: Vaseaux

4C – Multi Unit Passive House Buildings Speaker: Brett Sichello, Brett Sichello Design Room: Kootenay

4:15 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

College of Fellows Induction Ceremony (open to all) Room: Cassiar/Cascade

5:00 p.m.

5:30 p.m.

Free time Relax and get ready for Connections Cafe

5:30 p.m.

9:00 p.m.

Connections Café

Room: Okanagan Ballroom This is your chance to network and mingle with a wide range of attendees from

the local construction industry and from across the country

9:30 p.m.

Mid-night

Conference 2018 Hospitality Suite Room: Mount Boucherie

The Edmonton Chapter looks forward to inviting you to Conference 2018


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Friday, May 26, 2017

7:30 a.m.

5:00 p.m.

Registration Grand Foyer

7:30 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

Breakfast for Delegates and Companions South Ballroom

7:30 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

College of Fellows Breakfast (Fellows only) Room: Mount Boucherie

7:45 a.m.

8:45 a.m..

Technical Representative Meeting You don’t have to be a CTR to attend

Please have breakfast before coming to the meeting - Room: Cassiar/Cascade


9:00 a.m.

10:00 a.m.

5A – LEED v4 Material Considerations Speaker: Marsha Gentile, CSBA, LEED AP BD+C Room: Skaha

5B – CCDC –Revised NEW Document Update. Speaker: Mila Legge, RSW Room: Vaseaux

5C – The New CSA-A440.4 Window, Door and Skylight Installation Standard Speaker: George Torok, Morrison Hershfield Room: Kootenay

9AM pick up for a Garden Party! Stops will include a visit to Kasugai Gardens featuring traditional Japanese elements and plants. Followed by Stuart Park which fronts 300 metres of prime waterfront in downtown Kelowna where guests can learn the history of the area. Then finally the Tree Brewing Beer Institute before heading back for lunch.

10:00 a.m.

10:30 a.m.




10:30 a.m.

11:30 a.m.

6A – The Floor Covering Reference Manual - A guide to help prevent floor covering failure

Speaker: Chris Maskell, National Floor Covering Association Room: Skaha

6B – Life as a Consultant Spec Writer Speaker: Sherry Harbaugh, CSI, NCARB, CCS, SCIP, Leed AP, TRC Consultants Room: Vaseaux

6C – Brock Commons-Virtual Design and Construction Speaker: Karla Fraser, Senior Project Manager, Urban One Builders Room: Kootenay

11:45 1:45 Luncheon for Delegates and Companions Room: South Ballroom

Guest Speaker: Jen Rustemeyer Topic: Sustainability and Food Waste

Sponsored by:

http://www.kingspanpanels.ca/


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Friday, May 26 2017 - continued

2:00 p.m.

3:00 p.m.

7A – Understanding the Canadian Air Barrier Standards Speaker: Jean-François Coté Room: Skaha

7B – Choosing Standards and References for your Project Specifications Speakers: Specification Writers Panel Room: Vaseaux

7C – Meeting the Building and Energy Codes with EIFS Speaker: Kevin Day, LEED AP, Dryvit Systems Room: Kootenay

After lunch the companions will visit the Okanagan Lavender Farm where guests can make a take-away gift during a brief hands on demonstration while sampling lavender lemonade. The next stop will be Arlo’s Honey Farm where guests can learn about honey varieties, and do a bit of shopping. The final stop will be Cedar Creek Winery where guests can see new innovations in wine making., then back to the hotel to prepare for Fun Night!

3:00 p.m.

3:30 p.m.




3:30 p.m.

4:30 p.m.

8A – Living Building Challenge Speaker: Deren Sentesy, Thompson Okanagan Cascadia Regional Chapter Ambassador Room: Skaha

8B – Evolving Specifications - MasterFormat to UniFormat Speaker:

David Stutzman, FCSI, AIA, CCS

Room: Vaseaux

8C – Have No Fear! Let Architecture be a Common Good Speaker: Florian Maurer, Architect AIBC, Florian Maurer Architect Room: Kootenay

4:30 p.m.

5::15 p.m.

Contract Administrators / Specification Writer Meeting You don’t have to be a CCCA, CSP or RSW to attend.

Room: Cassiar/Cascade

5:30 p.m.

11:00 p.m.

FUN NIGHT – Grand Foyer and Terraces (Onsite) Sponsored by:

“Grape Stomp and Grape Olympics” You’ll have a grape time!

Guests will work in teams to beat each other in a traditional Grape Stomp and then onto some fun but challenging

“Olympic” grape sports. You don’t have to be fit to win just ready to have a “GRAPE” time.

Once the games are over “The Sinatra Guy” will serenade the guest with some timeless hits. Don’t worry you will

get a chance to serenade the crowd as well once the grapes kick in and the Karaoke begins.

Please do not forget your ticket


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Saturday, May 27, 2017

7:30 a.m.

8:45 a.m.

Breakfast for Delegates and Companions South Ballroom


9:00 a.m.

10:15 a.m.

CSC Members’ Forum Room: North Ballroom

This is your opportunity to ask questions of the Executive Council.

Free time

10:15 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Break

10:30 a.m.

Noon CSC Annual General Meeting Room: North Ballroom

Members only. Meeting includes chapter-by-chapter roll call

Noon 1:30 p.m.

Annual Awards Luncheon Room: South Ballroom

Please note: business attire is recommended for this event Recognize and congratulate your fellow CSC members for their dedication

and commitment to CSC and the construction industry.

Sponsored by:

1:30 p.m.

6:00 p.m.

Free Time

6:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m.

President’s Reception Room: Okanagan & North Ballroom

Please note: formal attire is recommended for The President’s Reception and Ball Must be 16 years of age or older to attend

President’s Reception Sponsored by:

7:00 p.m.

1:00 a.m.

President’s Ball Room: Okanagan & North Ballroom

President’s Ball Sponsored by:

Sunday, May 28, 2017

7:30 a.m.

10:30 a.m.

Travelers’ Breakfast Buffet for Delegates and Companions Room: South Ballroom

Conference bags are proudly sponsored by:


Paint Matters Session 1A Paint is viewed as simply aesthetic, yet it can lead to either a very positive first impression or a lasting negative one. Long after a project is completed the performance of the paint system speaks to the quality of a building and the care put into it by the owner and designer. Paint is also the first line of defense against the elements. When paint performance does not live up to expectations it not only results in tragic and costly consequences to the project, it also impacts the reputation of everyone associated with it. The Master Painters Institute (MPI) establishes quality and performance coating standards, which for more than fifteen years have been the basis of the US Federal Paint standards and the Canadian National Master Specification. Part one of the presentation will focus on a basic understanding of paint standards and how to utilize them in new or repaint projects. Included in this discussion: Main causes of paint failure. Assessing the degree of surface degradation. Importance of the proper surface preparation before a repaint. Specifications and choosing the correct coating system. Standards and approved products. Inspectors - specifications, bid tours and Inspections. Hiring a qualified and quality professional. There are many standards that address the environmental impact of products used in construction. Unfortunately, one of the items most often over looked, is the product’s performance attributes. To make it more complicated, everyone has differing perspectives on the right approach, and even if the environment is part of the equation, performance is still often a secondary concern. Part two of the presentation approaches the need for coating systems that are designed to maximize performance while meeting or exceeding environmental requirements.

Davis Kyle is a principle figure in the coatings industry; having worked his way up through various roles over the past 30 years, including positions with PPG, Akzo Nobel and General Paint. His extensive experience in business development has positively impacted both new construction and facility maintenance programs.

Davis has reinforced quality solutions to the issues facing the design sector through education and knowledge programs. He has been championing education on standards within the coatings industry for over 15 years. His passion on this subject stems from an ambition to elevate the industry to one of upmost quality and professionalism.

Davis believes that knowledge is key, hence his desire to help people understand why standards are crucial in paint specifications.

Davis Kyle, Executive Vice President Master Painters Institute www.paintinfo.com

http://www.paintinfo.com/

Thursday May 25, 2017

Climate Change Resiliency - Challenges and Opportunities Session 1B Changing climatic conditions threaten to bring codes requirements and performance expectations for buildings out of sync with the real conditions that the built environment will face during its service life. NRC has been tasked by Infrastructure Canada over a five-year period, to develop decision support tools, including codes, guides and models for the design of resilient new buildings and infrastructure and rehabilitation of existing buildings and infrastructure. Attend this session to learn about:

• the state of climate change and research in Canada, including anticipated changes in temperature, precipitation, wind, extreme events

• the costs of some recent extreme events - e.g. Wildfire in Alberta, Flooding in Calgary, Flooding in Winnipeg

• what some people are already doing to prepare for climate change, current best practices

• NRC’s new project for Infrastructure Canada on Climate Resilient Buildings and Core Public Infrastructure

• the potential impacts on Codes, Guidelines and Specifications in Canada, and • how you can get involved in this effort

Jason Urquhart, P.Eng is the Manager of NMS at NRC’s Codes Canada, and is leading a newly formed team to undertake developments and enhancements to NMS.

In his previous role as Technical Advisor, he supported the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) Standing Committees in the development of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC). He was responsible for developing and providing information to code users across Canada and replies to inquiries on Part 9 of the NBC with a focus on structural issues.

Before joining NRC, Jason worked in the construction industry in the design and fabrication of engineered wood products.

Rick Zaporzan, International MBA, has worked in business development and management with NRC for the past 15 years. This work included 10 years with NRC’s Surface Transportation group, and most recently as a Client Relationship Leader for NRC Construction.

His Construction work focuses on Civil Engineering and Infrastructure, NMS, Building Regulations and High Performance Buildings.


Session 1C

Put it in Writing: the Impact of Robotics, Algorithms, and AI on Project Documentation, Design, and Execution The growth of AI and algorithm-supported creation, decision making, and analysis has

continued its dramatic growth over the last five years, a pace that does not give any indication of

slowing anytime soon. This presentation explores the current and coming impact of these

developments and others on the design and construction industry, project participants,

contractual relationships and expectations, and the project delivery process. It also

contemplates possible strategies for preparing and positioning oneself successfully to thrive in

the coming age of the robots.

Greg Ceton has managed and participated in the development of CSI’s information standards and publications since November 2000. He has been directly involved in the creation and maintenance of OmniClass™, buildingSMART Data Dictionary

(bSDD), MasterFormat®, UniFormat™, and the CSI Practice Guide series, among others. Ceton is currently Director of Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects at CSI. Ceton’s work has been recognized by awards from construction associations, among them honorary membership in Construction Specifications Canada in 2009, a CSI President’s Award in 2004 and a CSI Special Award in 2015. He holds the Construction Documents Technologist (CDT) certificate and has a master's degree in library science from the University of Maryland, a law degree from the University of Florida, and has been a member of the Florida Bar since 1991. Ceton lives in the suburbs of Washington, DC.

Greg Ceton, CSI, CDT Director of Strategic Initiatives and Special Projects Construction Specifications Institute

[email protected] (703) 706-4723

mailto:[email protected]


Challenges in Tall Wood Buildings Session 2A Mass Timber represents the forefront of modern prefabricated construction. Modern Glulam and Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) are prefabricated for rapid site installation and high quality builds at cost competitive prices. The new era of Mass Timber requires BIM modelling to integrate with CNC machines resulting in exacting tight tolerances with precision milled connection assemblies for successful and notable projects such as the 18 storey UBC Brock Commons Student Residence and the 350,000 square foot Rocky Ridge Recreation Facility. We will explore how these projects became a success and general guidelines in building with Mass Timber to ensure cost competitive and successful results.

Nicholas Sills obtained his Bachelors of Science in Wood Products Processing from UBC in 2010 and further explored his love of European timber-based modular construction techniques by completing his Masters of Science in Timber Engineering at the Bern University of Applied Science in Biel, Switzerland in 2014.

Nicholas enjoys working with architects, engineers and project teams to create one-of-a-kind projects using Mass Timber construction systems and multi-criteria optimization analysis to provide solutions for the modern construction industry.

Nicholas Sills, MSc Structurlam Products LP www.structurlam.com

http://www.structurlam.com/


Understanding the new 2015 Building, Fire, Plumbing and Energy Code provisions Session 2B

This presentation will highlight significant Code provisions and help Code users understand

their purpose and impact.

New editions of the National Model Building, Fire, Plumbing and Energy Codes have just

been published, now collectively called Codes Canada 2015. Almost 600 technical changes

ensure that codes keep pace with industry change and provide effective building and safety

regulations that are harmonized across Canada.

Some of these changes include the following:

The National Building Code of Canada 2015 now permits construction of six-storey wood buildings with additional protection measures. There are updates to accessibility requirements, airborne sound transmission ratings, seismic design and climatic data. There are also changes to stairs, ramps, handrails and guards, including a change that increases the run dimension for steps inside houses.

The National Fire Code of Canada 2015 includes requirements resulting from the introduction of mid-rise wood buildings and the classification system used by Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) to define dangerous goods.

The National Plumbing Code of Canada 2015 includes more design and material choices. It also introduces new water-use efficiency requirements that aim to reduce water usage in all buildings, regardless of water source.

The National Energy Code for Buildings 2015 now includes requirements for pressure-sensing controls for service water and efficiency regulation of heat rejection equipment. There are also updates to lighting power density values.

National Research Council of Canada is in the process of developing a variety of products

such to engage and inform stakeholders on the significant technical changes in the 2015

Codes. Examples are full-day on-site seminar and detailed handbook.

Jason Urquhart, P.Eng is the Manager of NMS at NRC’s Codes Canada, and is leading a newly formed team to undertake developments and enhancements to NMS. In his previous role as Technical Advisor, he supported the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) Standing Committees in the development of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC). He was responsible for developing and providing information to code users across Canada and replies to inquiries on Part 9 of the NBC with a focus on structural issues. Before joining NRC, Jason worked in the construction industry in

the design and fabrication of engineered wood products.

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/publications/codes_centre/2015_national_building_code.html

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/publications/codes_centre/2015_national_fire_code.html

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/publications/codes_centre/2015_national_plumbing_code.html

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/publications/codes_centre/2015_national_energy_code_buildings.html

http://www.nrc-cnrc.gc.ca/eng/solutions/advisory/codes_centre/technical_changes_2015.html


Parking Structures: Design, Construction and Maintenance Session 2C CSA Standard S413 Parking structures are unique. They are exposed to many severe influences such as de-icing salts, freeze-thaw cycles, temperature changes, wear and snow removal. And even though they are subjected to these influences, they are quite often the most neglected part of a complex from both a design and maintenance point of view. In many cases, immediate savings are pursued in design and/or construction, which is then followed by minimal maintenance, resulting in potentially significant short and long-term consequences. Design of parking structures is regulated by the Building Code (4.4.2) which requires design in conformance to CSA-S413. In this presentation, the design requirements in CSA-S413 Parking Structures will be reviewed. The importance of the requirements will be discussed with examples on what can happen if they are ignored both at the design phase and long-term occupancy phase. Learning Objectives: Attendees will acquire an understanding of architectural and structural design requirements of concrete parking structures under CSA-S413. Attendees will understand what can happen if these requirements are ignored both at the design phase and long-term occupancy phase. Sylvie Mercier specializes in the evaluation and repair of concrete structures, prime consulting and the functional planning, Design and restoration of parking facilities. Her wealth of experience includes facility condition assessments, project management and design of parking structures, institutional, research and commercial buildings, as well as seismic upgrades and renovations. After completing her education at the University of Waterloo and working at an engineering firm in Montreal, Sylvie joined RJC Vancouver in 1992. Sylvie is an active member of the Canadian Parking Association, and keeps abreast of current trends in parking design throughout North America

Sylvie Mercier, BASc, PEng, LEED® AP, Principal Read Jones Christoffersen Ltd. www.rjc.ca

http://www.rjc.ca/


Specifications for Contractors, Estimators and Suppliers Sessions 3A + 4A This session approaches the topic from the point of view that the contractor, estimator and supplier, recognizing that these participants are the knowledge keepers responsible for delivery of means and methods required to complete the project. Starting off with a brief history of specifications and introduction to UniFormat and MasterFormat, and the relationship that these documents have to cost estimating, project planning and assigning trade responsibility. The session will identify how using the different specification formats are used during pre-construction, construction and completion. Size matters, and can be used to ‘right-size’ the written information to suit the technical needs of the project. There will be an open and frank discussion on why contractors and estimators find the specification troublesome using examples illustrating well-crafted and defective specifications. Aspects of legal liability with regards to interpretation of the document will also be covered, including dispelling myths such as ‘specifications overrule drawings’ (they take precedence – and there is a big difference)… Other topics include how the document needs to change to match the form of contract; collaborative opportunities based on the form of contract delivery and conclude with a guide to reading specifications at each phase of project delivery to glean essential information needed to prepare bids and administer the contract Keith Robinson has worked as a specifications writer since 1981, joining Cohos Evamy in December 1997 and which became DIALOG in September of 2010. DIALOG provides fully integrated, all discipline architectural, engineering, interior design and urban planning services from four studios located in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto.

Keith has provided technical solutions to a variety of major architectural projects across Canada and overseas and is currently responsible for preparing specifications and contract documents, providing technical support and design assistance for DIALOG’s most complex projects.

Outside of DIALOG, Keith instructs several courses for the University of Alberta Extension in their Construction Administration program ranging from sustainable material selection, understanding specifications and blueprint reading. He is an active member on several international committees including OmniClass and the MasterFormat Maintenance Task Team. Keith currently sits on several standards review committees for CSA, ASTM and NFPA and provides commentary relating to performance issues affecting architectural elements. He is also a member of CSC’s Executive Council as Registrar.

Keith Robinson, FCSC, FCSI, RSW, LEED AP, Specifier | Associate DIALOG www.dialogdesign.ca

http://www.dialogdesign.ca/


A Canadian Architect’s Guide to NAFS Session 3B What’s In, What’s Out, and What to Do About It With the title “North American Fenestration Standard”, it is tempting to think that NAFS applies equally to all fenestration products. This is not the case: while NAFS applies to a great many fenestration products, it excludes many products used in larger buildings from its scope. Fortunately, the code recognizes this, and provides complementary compliance paths for products within and outside the scope of the standard. This presentation will examine NAFS and the Canadian Supplement to NAFS from the perspective of the BC Building Code as amended in Revision 8 (Dec. 2015). It will explain why Performance Class is so central to NAFS, yet peripheral to the code. And why in Canada we dismantle the Performance Grade, the “American ABC rating” to specify air-water-structural properties independently of one another. This session will also address the matter of products outside the scope of NAFS, and how the methods of the Canadian Supplement can be used to determine the design pressure and water penetration resistance test pressure values for products within, as well as outside the scope of the standard. Al Jaugelis is a senior fenestration specialist with RDH Building Science Inc., contributing to research, new construction and renewals projects, and assisting fenestration manufacturers with product performance and regulatory compliance issues.

Al brings to this role practical experience in the fenestration manufacturing industry, and a clear understanding of Canadian code requirements applicable to fenestration. He is an effective communicator and is in demand as a speaker on topics related to fenestration performance and Canadian building codes.

Al is a member of the CSA A440 Committee on Performance Standards for Windows, the Fenestration Canada and FENBC Technical Committees, the NRCan Energy Efficient Fenestration Steering Committee, and is also a Technical Consultant member of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA).

He is recognized as an authority on the North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS) and writes about it on the "NAFS in Canada" blog.

Al Jaugelis, BScArch, RDH Building Science Inc. www.rdh.com

NAFS in Canada blog

http://www.rdh.com/

http://www.rdh.com/nafs/


The Effect of Specifications on Construction Estimates and Session 3C Current Estimating Standards The presentation will walk through the standard estimates produced pre-construction in Canada; Class D, C, B, A and relate the increase in accuracy at each stage not just to a further developed design but also to the developing specification. How this relates to a Quantity Surveyor moving away from high, medium, low pricing assumptions at early stages with increased contingencies and focusing more on appropriate material/product selection pricing and associated productivities for installation as the specification is developed. Through the use of a well-developed project specification greater accuracy is gained in the budgeting process which is reflective of the desired asset. The second part of the presentation will review current estimating standards in Canada that a QS will refer to and be guided by, which are generally a combination of the CIQS, RICS and in house expertise.

Connor Falls, MRICS, PQS, Director

Michael Gabert, PQS, Director

BTY Consultancy Group Inc. www.bty.com

Connor is a Director at BTY with over 15 years of industry experience in cost and risk management, construction scheduling, life cycle costing and project management. He has been involved in a variety of major projects in Canada, the United Kingdom and the Middle East. Connor has worked with retail, transportation, residential, public infrastructure, education, healthcare, culture, and commercial sector clients as well as providing program management for large-scale government facilities. He remains at the forefront of the everchanging landscape of construction cost, risk and technical due diligence.

Connor is committed to providing construction sector cost and risk excellence and is a member of both the Royal Institute of Charted Surveyors (RICS) and the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS). He brings enthusiasm and a wide range of sector knowledge to help BTY’s clients consistently achieve their project goals.

Michael is the Director of BTY’s Prairies Region and Saskatchewan office practice. His 13 years of experience include cost management, project monitoring and technical advisory services for public authorities, owners, P3 developers, private real estate developers, architects and financial institutions. He has worked on a wide variety of construction project scopes including airports, healthcare centres, educational facilities, stadia and commercial developments.

Michael combines extensive project experience with up-to-date market knowledge to ensure BTY’s cost management teams successfully meets their project deliverables. He is a member of the Canadian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (CIQS) and remains active in the dynamic infrastructure industry of the Canadian Prairies.

http://www.bty.com/


Specifications for Contractors, Estimators and Suppliers Sessions 3A + 4A This session approaches the topic from the point of view that the contractor, estimator and supplier, recognizing that these participants are the knowledge keepers responsible for delivery of means and methods required to complete the project. Starting off with a brief history of specifications and introduction to UniFormat and MasterFormat, and the relationship that these documents have to cost estimating, project planning and assigning trade responsibility. The session will identify how using the different specification formats are used during pre-construction, construction and completion. Size matters, and can be used to ‘right-size’ the written information to suit the technical needs of the project. There will be an open and frank discussion on why contractors and estimators find the specification troublesome using examples illustrating well-crafted and defective specifications. Aspects of legal liability with regards to interpretation of the document will also be covered, including dispelling myths such as ‘specifications overrule drawings’ (they take precedence – and there is a big difference)… Other topics include how the document needs to change to match the form of contract; collaborative opportunities based on the form of contract delivery and conclude with a guide to reading specifications at each phase of project delivery to glean essential information needed to prepare bids and administer the contract Keith Robinson has worked as a specifications writer since 1981, joining Cohos Evamy in December 1997 and which became DIALOG in September of 2010. DIALOG provides fully integrated, all discipline architectural, engineering, interior design and urban planning services from four studios located in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto.



Keith Robinson, FCSC, FCSI, RSW, LEED AP, Specifier | Associate DIALOG www.dialogdesign.ca



Seismic Risk Management Session 4B This session will explore 2 sections related to Seismic Risk.

The 2015 National Model Building Code, Part 4: Structural Design includes a number of provisions related to Earthquake Load and Effects.

The first part of this session will highlight the new requirements and provisions related to: • Seismic Design Data for Selected Locations in Canada • Supplemental Energy Dissipation (supplemental damping) • Low Hazard Zones - methodology for low hazard earthquake zones • Inclined Columns - gravity-induced lateral demands • Seismicity – updates on values of seismic hazard in the seismic hazard model and on method for

determination of design spectral acceleration • Single storey buildings with steel or wood diaphragms • Elevators and Racking Storage Systems • Glass Glazing systems in buildings • Foundation provisions

The second part of this session will provide an overview of some of the work NRC has in progress related to Seismic Risk Management of Existing Buildings.

• The Proposed Framework for Seismic Risk Management of Existing Buildings • Seismic Risk Assessment of Existing Buildings vs Seismic Design of New Buildings • New Seismic Risk Screening Tools under Development • Key criteria for Seismic Risk Screening of Existing Buildings • Available Seismic Evaluation Guidelines to be updated • Available Seismic Retrofit Guidelines to be updated

Jason Urquhart, P.Eng is the Manager of NMS at NRC’s Codes Canada, and is leading a newly formed team to undertake developments and enhancements to NMS. In his previous role as Technical Advisor, he supported the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes (CCBFC) Standing Committees in the development of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC). He was responsible for developing and providing information to code users across Canada and replies to inquiries on Part 9 of the NBC with a focus on structural issues. Before joining NRC, Jason worked in the construction industry in the design and fabrication of engineered wood products.

Rick Zaporzan, International MBA, has worked in business development and management with NRC for the past 15 years. This work included 10 years with NRC’s Surface Transportation group, and most recently as a Client Relationship Leader for NRC Construction. His Construction work focuses on Civil Engineering and Infrastructure, NMS, Building Regulations and High Performance Buildings.


Multi Unit Passive House Buildings Session 4C Multi Unit Passive House buildings have arrived and are redefining how we approach and evaluate architecture and engineering. Defined by super-insulated wall, floor and roof assemblies, an extremely airtight building envelope, world class high performance windows and doors, continuous heat recovery ventilation and smart thermal bridge free construction details, Passive Houses are the path to Net-Zero Energy Buildings. By investing into and optimizing a building envelope to suit its climate, orientation and occupants, the result is the most affordable approach to Net-Zero buildings all while delivering significantly reduced ongoing operating costs, high levels of occupant comfort, indoor air quality and long term construction durability never experienced in North America. Part one of the presentation will review the principals of Passive House design and construction related to Multi Unit Buildings. Included in this discussion:

1. Common floor, wall, and roof assemblies used in Multi Unit Passive House projects 2. Windows - optimizing frames and glass specifications based on orientation. Glass performance

differences in between North American manufacturers and European manufacturers and why. 3. Airtightness specifications and blower door testing approaches / requirements. 4. Elevator specifications and the challenges faced by current projects due to little electrical

consumption data on North American elevators. 5. Where to find suitable products and the pitfalls of using products that have not been tested to

Passive House performance standards. 6. Heat recovery ventilator performance specifications and how Passive House testing differs typical

North American testing standards. 7. Types of ventilation systems in multi unit buildings – centralized vs. de-centralized. 8. Supplementary Space Heating / Cooling performance requirements and energy sources. 9. Domestic hot water performance requirements and energy sources. 10. Plumbing vent stacks vs. air admittance valves and why? 11. Recommended minimum builder training requirements for successful project delivery

Part two will include an overview of completed and upcoming projects throughout Canada, the United States and throughout Europe. We’ll touch on buildings in a range of different climate zones to demonstrate the challenges and considerations required along with the clever solutions teams have developed. Lastly, the BC Stretch / Step Code has officially been adopted by the Province of BC. We’ll review what these steps mean for new buildings across BC and how by 2032, essentially all buildings will be required to almost meet Passive Houses performance standards.

Brett Sichello is a Certified Passive House Designer with expertise in high performance home and building design and consulting. Brett Sichello Design, located in Kelowna, has completed a number of Passive Houses to date and is working as the Passive House Consultant on a 30 unit, multifamily building in Merritt starting construction this spring.

Informed by over 16 years of experience and education, Brett is particularly focused on high quality architectural design, building envelope science, energy model optimization and advanced construction methods including prefabrication and modular construction.

Brett is also an active member and educator at Passive House Canada providing training courses to share his passion and knowledge for designing and building better.

Brett Sichello RBD, CPHD, LEED AP Brett Sichello Design www.brettsichellodesign.com

http://www.brettsichellodesign.com/


LEED v4 Material Considerations Session 5A Materials and Resources is the most heavily revised category in LEED v4. Design professionals will have to relearn the requirements for credit compliance in order to implement the new strategies effectively.

This session will delve into the details, challenges, and key considerations of the new LEED v4 Building Product Disclosure and Optimization (BPDO) and Low-emitting Material requirements.

Presenter Marsha Gentile will highlight lessons learned from real project work in relation to LEED v4.

Participants will receive practical information to support the implementation of LEED v4 by:

1) Understanding the new requirements of the Materials & Resources BPDO credits

2) Identifying the additional requirements for Low-emitting Materials credit compliance

3) Learning how to meet the new credits by using disclosure and transparency tools

including:

a) Product Category Rules b) Life Cycle Assessments c) Environmental Product Declarations d) Health Product Declarations

Marsha Gentile was one of the first in Canada to graduate from the National Sustainable Building Advisors program. She has 15 years of hands-on experience with LEED projects across Canada and the United States. Marsha is a member of the LEED Canada Steering Committee and is well-known as a green construction advocate having presented at over 40 conferences and learning institutions. Marsha is very proud to have been a past recipient of the Vancouver Regional Construction Association’s Educator of the Year Award

Marsha Gentile, CSBA, LEED AP BD+C Director, Sustainability Ledcor Construction Limited www.ledcor.com

http://www.ledcor.com/


CCDC - Revised and NEW Document Update Session 5B

What’s New from CCDC?

The Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) has recently submitted a number of documents for endorsement from its constituent organizations.

Your representative will provide background on these new and updated documents, key changes and principles being addressed, as well as introduce upcoming CCDC priorities for the coming years.

Mila Legge, RSW, is a senior specification writer at NORR Architects, Engineers and Planners. Mila holds an engineering degree from the University of Civil Aviation in Kiev, Ukraine, and is a 25-year plus veteran of the construction industry. Prior to joining NORR Architects, Mila worked for a consulting engineering firm in Halifax, Nova Scotia for 12 years. Within this time, she served on the executive committee of the CSC Atlantic Chapter. She also served on the Canadian Commission on Construction Material Evaluation (CCCME) at National Research Council for two consecutive 3-year terms. Since joining NORR, Mila was involved in a wide range of multi-discipline projects in various sectors such as commercial, government, education, justice, health science and transportation. Mila is a Registered Specification Writer. She joined the Canadian Construction Documents Committee (CCDC) in 2012, representing CSC.

Mila Legge, RSW, Senior Specification Writer NORR Architects www.norr.com

http://www.norr.com/


The New CSA-A440.4 Window, Door and Skylight Installation Standard Session 5C

The third edition of CSA A440.4 will be released later this year. A team of industry experts, led by the speaker, has extensively rewritten the standard to include up-to-date installation materials and techniques for new construction and existing fenestration product replacement, in low-rise buildings in Canada. Like previous editions, the new CSA-A440.4-07(R2017) Window, Door and Skylight Installation standard is a blend prescriptive requirements where special attention is required to avoid problems that may not become apparent until long after the installation is complete and performance requirements where flexibility is needed to adapt to the wide variety of existing installation practices and different wall and roof construction techniques across the country and to provide guidance for conditions not addressed in the standard.

Changes in include revised installed product tolerances, simplified existing shimming and anchoring diagrams and new diagrams to address combination windows and window and door assemblies, updated requirements for anchorage through mounting flanges, and a simplified method for selecting when sub-sill flashing/rain screen treatment of the rough opening gap is required. New requirements are included for bay and bow windows, windows and doors installed in walls with exterior/continuous insulation, and windows and doors installed into steel stud framed walls. The presentation will include a review and explanation of these and other changes to the standard.

George is a Building Science Specialist in the Ottawa office of MH’s Building Specialty Services team and a member of the MH Façade Engineering team. He has 30 years of experience in building enclosure design, construction, performance assessment, failure investigation and rehabilitation, with a focus on glazing systems, in buildings of all types. He is President of the Building Envelope Council Ottawa Region (BECOR), Technical Advisor to the Siding and Window Dealers Association of Canada (SAWDAC), and a member of the Advisory Committee for the Bachelor of Building Science Program at Algonquin College in Ottawa, Ontario.

George Torok, C.E.T., BSSO Principal, Building Science Specialist Morrison Hershfield www.morrisonhershfield.com [email protected]

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The Floor Covering Reference Manual - Session 6A A guide to help prevent floor covering failure When floor coverings fail, it’s expensive and the issues, logistically, can be difficult to correct. Products get a bad name and business relationships become strained. Installing floor coverings successfully, with a warranty intact, is difficult to do in today’s fast paced construction environment. Many obstacles must be understood in advance by the construction team if extra project expenses and delays are to be avoided. Concrete dry times, sub-floor flatness, relative humidity and indoor environmental conditions, to name a few, are critically important components to get right before the floor covering installation proceeds. When you consider the site conditions needed to ensure a proper floor covering installation, you quickly realize that this is not just a skill, it’s a science. The Floor Covering Reference Manual was created to support designers, specifiers and construction teams through to the floor covering installation and completion and provides solutions to many of the problems discussed previously.

• How moisture in concrete affects flooring and NFCA moisture testing standards • Sub-floor flatness standards and correction procedures • Onsite indoor environmental conditions and product acclimation • Guide specifications in the Floor Covering Reference Manual • The Quality Assurance Program – Installation review service

Chris will walk attendees through selected sections of the manual, introduce the Quality Assurance Program, a service that ensures floor covering specifications are read and implemented on site, share some success stories and explain how NFCA is working to promote this resource across the country.

Chris Maskell has worked in the floor covering industry for over 24 years. During his career, he has been a flooring contractor, manufacturer’s representative and business owner. Currently, he is the Manager of Business Development at the British Columbia Floor Covering Association (BCFCA) and President of the National Floor Covering Association (NFCA).

Chris works to promote NFCA standards for commercial floor covering installations and to support the construction industry as a whole by offering a platform all parties can refer to for industry specifications and installation guides. He also operates the NFCA’s Quality Assurance Program - a specifiable, third party inspection review service for commercial projects. Chris speaks at trade shows, travels to educate construction professionals on avoiding floor covering related problems and promotes the NFCA Floor Covering Reference (specification) Manual.

Chris Maskell, President National Floor Covering Association www.nfca.ca

http://www.nfca.ca/


Life as a Consultant Spec Writer Session 6B The practice of specification writing reaches beyond editing piles of boiler plate documents, typewriter pools, and particularly being part of an Architectural firm to be a specification writer. Independent specifiers bring a variety of services, talent and knowledge to a project whether you have in house writers or not, and that second set of eyes on your project can help coordination issues within the documents. Come to this session and gain insight to becoming a consultant, range of services available to you as an architect or a manufacturer when considering hiring an independent, and what to expect from contract to finished product

Sherry Harbaugh is the President and specifications writer at Technical Resources Consultants Inc. (TRC). Starting her Architectural career in Sacramento, Sherry has found her passion in attention to detail and researching products to bring her clients vision to reality.

Sherry brings over 25 years of experience to a project, 23 of them as an independent specifier with the vast majority of her clients being remote. She has developed specifications from coast to coast, for a large spectrum of projects including higher education buildings, research laboratories, performing arts buildings, recreation / fitness facilities, medical office buildings and government projects.

She is a registered Architect in the State of Washington and Fellow of the Construction Specifications Institute, holding a Certified Construction Specifier (CCS) certification through CSI.

Sherry Harbaugh, FSCI, NCARB, CCS, LEED AP Technical Resources Consultants Inc www.trc-consultants.com

http://www.trc-consultants.com/


Brock Commons - Virtual Design and Construction Session 6C Brock Commons is an 18-storey Mass Timber Hybrid Project. Currently the tallest Mass Timber residence in the world standing at 53 meters tall. The project is a student residence located at the University of British Columbia featuring 305 suites as well as common area living spaces on Levels 1 and 18. Once complete, the 404-bed residence will feature kitchens in each of the suites. This project is on track to receive LEED v4 Gold. Karla was the conductor of a very large orchestra that went beyond just the Mass Timber construction system. This project had the opportunity to build the entire building twice; first in a virtual 3D model and then in real time on site. She will outline the construction critical path and how they were able to have every aspect of the project modelled before work started on the site. From the concrete cores to the steel/wood composite panels to the pre-cutting of the plumbing elements off-site, she will highlight the many processes used in this amazing project. This planning helped the project realize a 3 day per floor installation during the Mass Timber phase of the project.

Karla brings over 25 years of experience to a project, with a number of her clients being from remote areas.

She has a large spectrum of projects including road building, multi storey renovations, industrial buildings, commercial buildings, hospitals, airports and residential towers.

She is a Sr. Project Manager for Urban One Builders.

Karla Fraser, Senior Project Manager Urban One Builders www.urbanonebuilders.com

http://www.urbanonebuilders.com/


Understanding the Canadian Air Barrier Standards Session 7A Two standards for air barriers appeared in Canada over the last 10 years. CAN/ULC S741 is a standard specification for air barrier materials published originally in 2008 and CAN/ULC S742 is a standard specification for air barrier assemblies that appeared in 2011. They were both developed by a ULC committee composed of stakeholders interested in adapting current test methods for air barriers to the Canadian reality. One of the major advantages of these standards is that they cover more than just wall air barriers. A basic requirement for air barrier assemblies is their continuity throughout the building enclosure, which means that not only walls need to be air tight, but roofs as well. As we will demonstrate, S741 and S742 both include test requirements for roof air barrier assemblies that are not found in any other standard. Test conditions (temperature conditioning) are also adapted to the Canadian reality. Consequently, there should be an interest from designers to use the S741 and S742 standards in their specifications.

Jean-François Côté holds a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from Université de Sherbrooke and a Ph.D. in Materials Science from INRS-Université du Québec obtained in 1998. He joined Soprema in 1999 as a research chemist where he worked on the development of adhesives and sealants used in roofing and civil engineering. From 2009 to 2015, he was Director of Strategic Development for Soprema, coordinating the activities of the Canadian R&D and technical departments of the organization. In his current role, he represents Soprema on technical committees of industry associations (ARMA, PIMA, SPRI) and is actively engaged in various North American standards development organizations (CSA, ASTM, ULC).

He is a registered chemist in the province of Québec (OCQ), is chair of the CSA A123 technical committee on Bituminous Roofing Materials, and is co-chair of the ASTM D08.04 Subcommittee on “Felts, Fabrics and Bituminous Sheet Materials”. He recently led the task force who developed the new CSA A123.23 standard on modified bitumen sheet membranes used in roofing.

Jean-François Côté, PhD Soprema www.soprema.ca

http://www.soprema.ca/


Choosing Standards and References for your Project Specifications Session 7B Panel Discussion Moderator: Kelly Sawatzky, BA, RSW, CSP, LEED AP, Sawatzky Specifications and Consulting

Panelists: Corinne Golding, FCSC, RSW - Corinne Golding Specifications, Inc.

Kazim Kanani, CSP, CCCA, CSI, CDT, Assoc. AIA, ACIArb - Associate | Specifications Specialist - Quadrangle Architects Limited

Keith Robinson, FCSC, FCSI, RSW, LEED AP, - Specifier | Associate DIALOG

What kind of references do you include in your specifications? And how do they serve you best? (CMS, NMS, provincial, municipal, and institutional documents; ARCOM, UFGS, state, city and corporate documents provide considerable support to specification writers.) Is there guidance in using these documents that help us to align and standardize the use of reference standards? Which specification sections most benefit from the use of reference standards? Does one reference replace a thousand words? (AWMAC Manual, MPI Manual, etc.) Trade Association Manuals provide guidance that includes reference to other test standards, so can we save time by listing the Manual and have the test standards included implicitly? (Most ASTM and similar standards are reference documents intended for use by manufacturers.) How do we go about ensuring the references we cite are the correct ones to use? How many of these standards are actually read or purchased by the generalists and specifiers? Ultimately, we must follow code and references listed in code. (There are numerous examples of this (ie. Parking Structures CSA S413). And what about the exclusion of ASTM E84 which is often referenced in manufacturers data sheets but is excluded from Canadian codes?) How do we resolve the conflicts between ASTM and CSA, ULC, Manuals and codes? The goal of the session is to have an open discussion and try to get trade associations, manufacturers and spec writers communicating with each other and better understand how working together is a net benefit to everyone involved with the construction process and the final product. The assembled panel will review examples of commonly used standards and references, and how using them correctly ensures better quality and clear direction to suppliers and installers.

Since graduating from architectural technology in 1983, Corinne has worked for architectural firms across Canada, first as an architectural technologist, and then as a specification writer. In November 2016, Corinne started her own independent specification writing practice. Projects range from office buildings to art galleries, hospitals to high containment laboratories, and schools to museums, in both the public and private sectors in Canada and the US.

Corinne has been a member of CSC for 25 years, and credits her nationwide network of experienced contacts to help her develop and deliver a quality product. She is a past president of CSC, and was inducted into the CSC College of Fellows in 2012; she currently serves on the CSC education maintenance task team, and the Calgary chapter executive. Her passion lies with sharing knowledge to help produce well coordinated construction documents, and helping to educate and mentor new entrants in the construction industry.

Corinne Golding, FCSC, RSW Corinne Golding Specifications, Inc. www.goldingspecifications.ca

Kazim (Kaz) Kanani is a dynamic and meticulous Specification Writer and Contract Administrator with over 10 years of experience. Kaz’s expertise lies in the preparation of architectural specifications, contract administration, evaluation of building materials, submittal reviews, coordination of documentation, building materials/systems, applied building science and construction law/contracts.

At Quadrangle, Kaz leads a growing studio in the development of specifications, review and evaluation of building materials and overall coordination of contract documents and was named Associate in early 2017. Kaz is also an active member with CSC, serving on the Board of Directors and National Marketing Committee, immediate Past-Chair of the Toronto Chapter and continues to serve in various capacities with the Toronto Chapter

Kazim Kanani, CSP, CCCA, CSI, CDT Quadrangle Architects Limited www.quadrangle.ca

Keith Robinson has worked as a specifications writer since 1981, joining Cohos Evamy in December 1997 and which became DIALOG in September of 2010. DIALOG provides fully integrated, all discipline architectural, engineering, interior design and urban planning services from four studios located in Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto.



Keith Robinson, FCSC, FCSI, RSW DIALOG www.dialogdesign.ca

http://www.goldingspecifications.ca/

http://www.quadrangle.ca/



Meeting the Building and Energy Codes with EIFS Session 7C Energy efficiency, green construction, increased insulation, net-zero - all these terms imply the same expectation: improving the performance of buildings and minimizing their impact on the environment by reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, conserving natural resources, and maximizing the service life of all building systems - all while maintaining comfortable and functional buildings. So what? We’re in an age where we recognize that our impact on the environment can be measured by the legacy we leave for future generations - design/construction professionals have a responsibility to ensure every building constructed minimizes its ecological footprint. Our building/energy codes are evolving in this direction - “Did you know that you have to account for thermal bridging through your envelope design? Do you know what that means?” For years, EIFS has been the most effective way to insulate buildings, but “what about fire safety, durability, impact resistance, long term aesthetic appeal?” All valid questions - join Kevin Day through a presentation that will surely explain how you can be successful with using EIFS as a resilient cladding choice, with a predictable service life… or if you prefer, how you won’t be successful with EIFS. In the spirit of being impartial, and borrowing from his tenure of working in the field of consulting engineering, Kevin will show a baseline of how EIFS compares to the service life expected with other claddings.

Widely respected for his building science expertise, Kevin Day is a champion of best practices for building construction and management. A frequent lecturer, he's often called upon to share his experience and insight on exterior cladding systems.

During his tenures at both Halsall and Morrison Hershfield, Kevin managed numerous building renewal projects and provided technical opinions for litigation and dispute resolution. In 2014, the Ontario Building Envelope Council (OBEC) bestowed Kevin with the "Beckie" award for his career contributions in the field of building science.

Kevin has his LEED® AP designation, and has applied his expertise to administering the Durable Building Credit on several LEED certified projects.

Kevin Day, Vice President, Sales and Marketing Dryvit Systems Canada www.dryvit.ca

http://www.dryvit.ca/


Living Building Challenge Session 8A What if every single act of design and construction made the world a better place? The Living Building Challenge is the world’s most rigorous proven performance standard for buildings. People from around the world use our regenerative design framework to create spaces that, like a flower, give more than they take. With the Living Building Challenge, you can create buildings that are: • Regenerative spaces that connect occupants to light, air, food, nature, and community. • Self-sufficient and remain within the resource limits of their site. Living Buildings produce

more energy than they use and collect and treat all water on site. • Creating a positive impact on the human and natural systems that interact with them. • Places that last. Living Buildings need to be designed to operate for a hundred years’ time. • Healthy and beautiful. Living buildings give more than they take. Dedicated to doing things better Deren Sentesy has spent the better part of his life learning from people all over the world. Starting in his father’s furniture making shop, and uncle’s heritage restoration company in the Ottawa area, Deren Sentesy learned the value of craftsmanship.

After business school at Wilfrid Laurier and a few years in Japan he moved to the Okanagan. In 2008 Deren Sentesy had a life changing experience that lead him to discover the Living Building Challenge.

His company En Circle Design Build completed Ethel Lane House in 2015, the Okanagan’s first residential Living Building Challenge Registered project. Totalling only 640 square feet, this net zero ready house could be the turning point for green building in the region.

At the start of 2017 Deren Sentesy is engaged in numerous deep energy retrofits and design/construction of a number of net zero homes in the valley.

Deren Sentesy En Circle Design Build Inc www.encircle.ca

http://www.encircle.ca/


Evolving Specifications - MasterFormat to UniFormat Session 8B Just as drawings evolved from linen to electronic models as BIM so must specifications evolve. The traditional MasterSpec specifications served an industry organized by design discipline and construction trade. Today, these distinctions blur as design and construction teams become more collaborative. BIM supports collaboration, while traditional specifications encourage segregation. Traditional specifications hinder design and construction teams from tapping the power of electronic data describing each construction project. Instead, consider new forms for specifications to meet the ever-changing project delivery systems springing from today's electronic capabilities. Data until it is organized has little meaning. Organizing BIM, specification, and estimate data by the same means will provide improved understanding of each project element and, therefore, the entire project. Replacing MasterFormat specifications with UniFormat project descriptions allows models, specifications and estimates to be aligned, all under the same organizational system. The direct connection provides an effective means for simultaneous analysis of costs relative to function, performance, and materials. Like in Edward De Bono`s book "New Think," consider the desired result and then consider how to best get that result. Must construction documents be traditional specifications? MasterFormat Specifications are a convention, not necessarily the only or even the best solution. So, explore how UniFormat can organize contract documents replacing traditional specification, directly connecting the BIM with contractor's estimate and providing a means to effectively specify BIM objects as functional elements. David is a registered architect, certified construction specifier, and founding principal of the largest independent specifications consulting firm in the United States servicing clients and project worldwide. He has over 40 years experience in specifications, preliminary project descriptions, and quality assurance reviews.

David is one of the authors of CSI's original PPDFormat, the thought leader for CSI's Specifying Practice Group, a regular speaker at CSI and AIA conferences and conventions, and author for Tech Tips, the CSI award winning monthly publication about design and construction.

David Stutzman, CSI, CCS, AIA Conspectus, Inc. www.conspectusinc.com

http://www.conspectusinc.com/


Session 8C

Have no Fear! - Let Architecture be a Common Good! Fear is a powerful emotion needed for our survival. It is also a tool used to influence the behaviour of whole nations. A constant media barrage drives fear into our heads without mercy: xenophobia, environmental degradation, and escalation of social disparity are the daily bread of public discourse. We need a shot of optimism and realize that there is much we can do to be happier as individuals and as humanity. How does the profession of architecture relate to this? Does it engage with these problems? What common good can architecture contribute? What are its virtues? Why does architecture matter? Florian will present examples of his own and other architects' practice to show the particular ways in which architecture can be of benefit, economically, materially and artistically. Fundamental changes of attitudes, objectives, training and business practices are needed so the virtues of architecture can reach their beneficiaries - all of us! This shift in practice might make us happier, too. Architecture is the most political of the arts, and the presentation will come from a personal ethical and political position that some may not share. "That's not how the world works" is a likely objection. It is good to remember Mahatma Gandhi bringing Britain to its knees with non-violence, sound principles, spiritual maturity and no fear. To reclaim responsibility for our actions is a very personal proposition, but that is how Florian wants to practice architecture. Have no fear!

Florian has an Okanagan based practice and much of his work has been locally focussed but he has also maintained a global perspective, often working far from home. Florian has been active in aid projects for 16 years, first in Romania, and now with the charity "Himalayan Life" for their "Yangri Hope Project" in Nepal. A powerhouse for a micro hydro plant has been built and a boarding school for 100 students is under construction. The projects are used to promote wood construction technology, a system more suitable than stone masonry in seismically active areas. Florian believes that aid has to go beyond bringing relief: it has to give bright young people a reason to stay on the land. This is one way to make architecture a "common good", as he proposes in his lecture.

Florian Maurer, Architect AIBC Florian Maurer Architect www.florianmaurer.ca

http://www.florianmaurer.ca/