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Green Buildings Resources and Education

The Township of Langley is pleased to host educational events throughout the year. These events will help builders, realtors, inspectors, and the public transition towards a world of high-performance buildings through workshops and expert presentations. This page is updated regularly, please check back often for more information on upcoming educational events. Past event resources are also available on this page at any time for your review.

Our previous educational events are now available for free on our Green Buildings On-Demand learning portal. Recordings of our past live events are fully accredited by BC Housing, BOABC, AIBC, and CACEA here. Take courses any time and anywhere by clicking the button below!

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Upcoming Educational Events

Builder Forum Series: Step 4 & EL-3 for Part 9 Homes

When: Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 9–11am

Where: Online (online workshop link provided upon registration)

Learn how to meet the new Step Code and Zero Carbon Step Code requirements in the Township of Langley for Part 9 residential buildings by joining our upcoming Builder Forum Series online workshop.

Capital Home Energy will be presenting on various design and implementation strategies for Part 9 buildings to comply with requirements for Step 4 and EL-3 of the BC Energy & Zero Carbon Step Codes. The presenters will compare Step 3 and Step 4 specifications and provide methods to achieve Step 4 and EL-3 reliably. They will also do a review on the overheating requirements (9.33.3.1 (2)) and compliance strategies. 

Township of Langley staff will start the webinar with administrative updates.

CPD Credits available: BC Housing, AIBC, CACEA, BOABC

Cost: FREE

Register Here 

Builder Forum Series information

Builder Forum Series Attendees Map

The Builder Forum Series has reached attendees from all over BC and beyond!

Past educational events

 Builder Forum Series presentations and videos

The Township of Langley is committed to providing ongoing educational opportunities for the local construction community. The Builder Forum Series events are held seasonally and cover topics such as high performance building and the BC Energy Step Code. Below you can find materials from our past Builder Forum Series events.

Builder Forum Series: Part 3 Air Leakage and Step Code Compliance, December 12, 2024

Jack Cui and his colleagues at JRS Engineering presented on the changes in building envelope design and construction strategies introduced by the implementation of the Energy Step Code for Part 3 buildings. The presentation emphasized the impact of airtightness on compliance with the Energy Step Code during the design and occupancy stages. The session covered key considerations and strategies for managing air leakage at the design, mid-construction, and occupancy stages to ensure compliance with Step Code requirements. Additionally, it included a review of tested airtightness results for various Part 3 buildings, mitigation measures to improve airtightness test results, common pitfalls, and examples of best practices.

Township of Langley staff provided an update on Part 3 Overheating Protection and compliance.

  • Presentation video 
  • Presentation slides

Builder Forum Series: Step Code Airtightness and Overheating Design, October 17, 2024

James Higgins and James Bourget of RDH Building Science Inc. presented various design and implementation strategies for Part 9 buildings to comply with airtightness requirements for Step 4 and 5 of the BC Energy Step Code. The presenters also showcased compliant design strategies to meet overheating requirements per 9.33.3.1 of the BC Building Code. Segments of the webinar were presented from the RDH workshop studio located in Meadow Creek, BC, to showcase various high performance building enclosure assemblies and materials.

Township of Langley staff provided a summary of the recently released bulletins on overheating protection and CSA F280.

  • Presentation video 
  • Presentation slides
  • RDH Presentation slides
  • Q&A Summary

Builder Forum Series: Zero Carbon Step Code 201, June 26, 2024

In this online workshop, learn how to comply with the Zero Carbon Step Code from a builder’s perspective, the CSA F280 Standard, and Overheating Requirements, 9.33.3.1.(2), per BC Building Code 2024.

Tom Giltenan, a builder, and Energy Advisor, from Bernhardt Construction covered how to comply with the Zero Carbon Step Code and implications for buildings, the importance of F280 calculations, and how they save on installation and operational costs with a look at the new cooling requirements. The presentation explored what typical mechanical systems will look like going forward and considers when dual-fuel and/or hybrid systems are truly beneficial.

Todd Backus, Manager of Program Development at TECA, detailed heat loss & heat gain calculations for Part 9 buildings, which must conform with the CSA F280 standard, a requirement in the BC Building Code. The presentation highlighted some common errors and provided useful tips for reviewing the calculation results, including the use of a heat gain calculation to determine the cooling requirements for the new 26°C refuge room. 

Bertine Stelzer, Program Manager, from BC Hydro was also in attendance and provided a brief update on what is happening behind the scenes to support electrification and to answer some frequently asked questions.

  • Presentation video 
  • Bernhardt Construction presentation slides
  • TECA presentation slides
  • BC Hydro presentation slides
  • Q&A Summary

Realtor Event: Selling Energy Efficient and Low Carbon Homes, June 6, 2024

Energy efficient and low carbon homes are the future of real estate. New homes are designed to be more energy efficient and with reduced operational carbon. What does this mean for the homeowner?

Realtors who sell new and pre-sale homes were invited to learn more about how to communicate the benefits and features of these homes to potential homeowners. Attending this workshop equipped realtors with the tools and information to confidently describe what makes these homes better for future owners.

Builder Forum Series: Zero Carbon Step Code 101, April 25, 2024

Emma Conway of E3 Eco Group Inc focused on the basics of Zero Carbon Step Code for Part 9 Homes. The webinar covered:

  • Introduction to Zero Carbon Step Code, covering the different terminologies, pathways and levels
  • Intersection of Zero Carbon Step Code and Energy Step Code and what builders need to know
  • Application of ZCSC to different archetypes
  • Compliance methodologies
  • Case studies

Township of Langley staff provided updates on building permit requirements, educational opportunities, and how we are making Building Permits easier to apply for.

  • Presentation video 
  • Presentation slides

Builder's Breakfasts: High Performance Building Envelopes and Step Code for Part 9 Homes (February 22 and 23, 2024)

Workshop 1

This half-day workshop started with an introduction to building envelope, the current energy efficiency trends, and the importance of a holistic approach to energy efficiency when dealing with higher levels of BC Energy Step Code. Following that, practical, holistic, and insightful solutions for addressing the above-mentioned three challenges were presented based on several recently completed, fully exterior insulated wood-framed buildings in BC.

Workshop 2

This half-day workshop focused on bringing the learning of workshop 1 into practice by dividing participants into several groups to collaborate with their counterparts in developing various full-scale, coloured exterior insulated details based on the concepts covered in workshops 1 and 2. During this highly interactive session, Hamid Heidarali and his team visited each group, reviewed their details, and provided tailored comments and feedback.

On Site Step 5 (Net Zero) Workshop Series (August 1, 2, and 3)

The series includes four different workshops focused on different aspects of the design and construction of a townhome, including permitting and inspections, energy efficient and airtight envelopes, and high-performance mechanical systems.

  • Workshop 1 – Permitting and Inspecting a Step 5 Project
  • Workshop 2 – Achieving an Energy Efficient and Airtight Envelope in a Step 5 Home
  • Workshop 3 – Designing and Installing High Performance Mechanical Systems in a Step 5 Home
  • Workshop 4 – Living in a High Performance Home

Builder Forum Series - Step 4 in the Township & Upper Steps: Design Best Practices (July 11, 2023)

Pat Cuthbert of Aqua-Coast Engineering presented this webinar with an overview of the upper Step Code targets and how they differ from the lower steps. He also outlined the role of the Energy Advisor in the design and permit application process, and best practices for architecture and building enclosure design for the upper steps. It included a summary of airtightness testing requirements and best practices, as well as best practices for mechanical (HVAC and DHW) design for the upper steps. He also shared examples of Part 9 projects that meet the upper steps, and led a brief discussion on occupancy thermal comfort (i.e. overheating) and how it relates to the upper steps. Township of Langley staff provided an update on the upcoming Step 4 requirements.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary

Integrated Design Process (IDP) for Part 9 Buildings (October 26, 2022)

Larry Clay of Clay Construction Inc. presented at this webinar about the difference between conventional design process and IDP, effectively conducting IDP for Step 4/5 buildings with examples, and key stakeholders in the IDP process. Nicholas Bell of Foxridge Homes (Qualico Developments) also provided information on how Step Code has changed the building process and how he uses IDP in his projects. Township of Langley staff provided a short update at the beginning of the webinar.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary

Part 9 Upper Steps + Step Code Consultation (June 28, 2022)

Dallas Hordichuk of Bernhardt Contracting presented this webinar on best practices for designing high performance Part 9 buildings. This included differences between upper and lower steps, as well as Net Zero and Net Zero Energy Ready strategies with respect to different building components (mechanical, envelope, aesthetics, and more).

The webinar also included a presentation on the proposed BC Energy Step Code updates to the Township’s Building Bylaw 4642.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary

From Design to Testing Day: Strategies for Airtight Part 3 Buildings (December 7, 2021)

Einar Halbig of E3 Eco Group presented this webinar on: why airtightness is important for P3 buildings; components of a P3 building’s air barrier and their relative importance in ensuring airtightness; details about the final blower door test and how to prepare for it; and best practices and lessons learned for making P3 buildings airtight. The Township of Langley Green Buildings team also gave an update at the beginning of the presentation on upcoming P3 Non-Residential Step Code adoption and associated consultation, the Township of Langley’s Green Building Rebate Program, and a Compliance Talk by our Building Energy Specialist, Ajeen Surendran.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Mentimeter polling results

Step Code 5 and Form (September 21, 2021)

The Township of Langley hosted this online builder forum to share information related to design strategies for meeting Step 5 of the BC Energy Step Code. The first presentation was by Ezgi Yuruk, our 2021 Sustainability Scholar. She went over her survey results and findings from an ambitious summer project titled “Making Buildings Greener: Identifying Building Trades that Need Support to Successfully Implement Airtight Residential Building Envelopes”. The main presentation was by Mark Bernhardt of Bernhardt Contracting who covered Step 5 requirements, articulation of buildings to meet Step 5, key performance parameters, overheating in Part 9, and cost-effective energy conservation measures.

There will be no webinar recording due to technical difficulties with our webinar software.

  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Polling results

Passive Cooling and Step Code (June 1, 2021)

This webinar was presented by Monte Paulsen, Associate and Passive House Specialist at RDH Building Science. Topics covered included: what is passive cooling, why it is important, implications from climate change, example of passive cooling strategies, and cost-effective passive cooling options.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Mentimeter polling results

Fenestration and Step Code (March 23, 2021)

The Township of Langley and Cascadia Windows & Doors presented information related to Fenestration and Step Code at this Builder Forum Series webinar. This 2 hour presentation goes into topics such as: Township of Langley updates, CleanBC New Home Construction Program, and a comprehensive and integrated approach to envelope and fenestration performance, with a focus on cost-optimized solutions for meeting current and upcoming BC Energy Step Code requirements by Michael Bousfield of Cascadia Windows & Doors. Sponsored by BC Hydro.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Mentimeter polling results

Ventilation and Step Code (January 27, 2021)

The Township of Langley and Focal Engineering presented information related to Ventilation and Step Code at this Builder Forum Series webinar. This 1.5 hour presentation goes into topics such as: Township of Langley updates, Key Design Strategies for Ventilation in Part 9 and Part 3 buildings, and Other Design Considerations for Ventilation. Sponsored by BC Hydro and FortisBC.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Mentimeter polling results

Airtightness Techniques and Heat Pump Best Practices (November 19, 2020)

The Township of Langley hosted this online builder forum to share information related to airtightness techniques for Steps 3, 4, and 5, and heat pump best practices. Presenters included: Einar Halbig of E3 EcoGroup Ltd. and Mikhael Horvath of Enforma Engineering Inc. Township staff also provided updates on municipal building programs and Step Code implementation. Sponsored by BC Hydro and FortisBC.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary
  • Post-event feedback summary
  • Mentimeter polling results

Building Envelope Energy Efficiency – How to Avoid Surprises (Feb. 6, 2020)

The Township of Langley hosted this builder forum series event in partnership with the City of Abbotsford and City of Surrey to share information on building envelope energy efficiency and how it relates to the BC Energy Step Code. Hamid Heidarali of Hamid Design Build Ltd. explained a holistic approach to building energy efficiently within the airtightness and thermal performance requirements of the BC Energy Step Code. This event was an educational partnership with BC Hydro, and sponsored by FortisBC.

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides

Airtightness (Apr. 25, 2019)

In partnership with the City of Surrey, the Township of Langley organized a training forum on airtightness and the BC Energy Step Code. As airtightness is an essential measure in achieving the BC Energy Stop Code performance targets, local builders and industry experts presented on air barriers and how to achieve Step Code-level airtightness.

Step Code Updates:

  • Township of Langley Step Code Update
  • City of Surrey Step Code Update

Airtightness presentations:

  • Small Planet Supply - Albert Rooks and James Bourget
  • RDH Building Science - James Higgins and James Bourget
  • Clay Construction – Larry Clay
  • Odessa Group – Nathan Stone
Step Code Builder’s Forum presentation (Dec 11, 2018)

UBC Scholar Projects

Our UBC Sustainability Scholars are researching and writing reports to help inform the Township’s adoption of the BC Energy Step Code and better understand how builders are adapting to create green buildings in our community. See details of the research findings in these reports.

Research to understand gaps in the BC Building Code as applied to high performance building design and construction

This research aims to identify possible gaps and actively enhance the knowledge of the Alternative Solutions Pathway within the BC Building Code. (2023)

Read report

High Performance Buildings Database

View photos and see how high performance buildings are taking shape in our communities. (2022)

View photos

Making buildings greener

Identifying building trades that need support to successfully implement airtight residential building envelopes. (2021)

Read report

Implementing the BC Energy Step Code for Part 3 (Non-Residential) buildings in Township of Langley

This project aims to provide a pathway for implementation of the Step Code for Part 3 (Non-Residential) Buildings in the Township of Langley. (2020)

Read report

 BC Energy Step Code Demonstration Home presentations and videos

The Township of Langley presented a series of Energy Step Code Demonstration Home tours and workshops in partnership with Clay Construction, BC Hydro, and City Green. The goal of the August workshops was to demonstrate techniques and training at an active construction site to help the construction industry meet the BC Energy Step Code performance targets. In December, the completed home hosted Realtors and the public to showcase its energy efficient features. Industry experts presented during an afternoon workshop and an evening open house.

Project Case Study

  • Presentation
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Project Summary Videos

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Presentation slides

  • December 2019
    • Selling the Benefits of Energy Efficient Homes
  • August 2019
    • High Performance Ducting
    • Mid-Construction Blower Door Test
    • Compliance with BC Energy Step Code
    • Step Code for Building Inspectors
Videos
  • Energy Step Code Demonstration Home Preview
  • High Performance Ducting
    • Workshop
    • Demonstration
  • Mid-Construction Blower Test
    • Workshop
    • Demonstration
  • Compliance with BC Energy Step Code - General
  • Compliance with BC Energy Step Code - Building Inspectors
 Other educational resources

Webinar: are you considering purchasing a heat pump?

Learn what a heat pump is, how to find a program registered contractor, and what rebates and financial supports are available to help you upgrade your heating and cooling system.

Please note that all rebate amounts shown in the webinars are reflective of what was available the date the webinar was recorded. For the most up to date information, visit CleanBC’s website and the federal Canada Greener Homes Program website.

November 8, 2022 webinar

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary

April 12, 2022 webinar

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary

October 19, 2021 webinar

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary

April 20, 2021 webinar

  • Presentation video
  • Presentation slides
  • Q&A summary

Working with an Energy Advisor (prepared by Community Energy Association, CHBA-BC, and CACEA)

This 3-slide Roadmap explains the process of working with an Energy Advisor. A checklist is included on the last page for Modelling Information Requirements and Air Leakage Testing.

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