Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of residential ventilation. We start by defining the concept known as “House as a System”; the flow of air, heat, and water and how these impact natural ventilation (aka air leakage). Then we move on to describing the theory of mechanical airflow including air pressure, duct resistance, and fan ratings. A review of the impact on combustion appliances, humidity levels, and indoor air quality is also provided.

There are lots of visuals and periodic quizzes to reinforce the learning objectives!

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Course date:

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Ongoing | Self-Paced 

This 4-day workshop is a comprehensive treatment of Canada’s 2015 Objective-Based National Building Code, Part 9: The House (NBC). The NBC is recognized in most of Canada as the minimum standard for technical provisions in the design and construction of new buildings. The Code also applies to the demolition, renovation, and alterations of existing buildings. This course will guide the student through the new Objective-Based approach, providing opportunities to use the Code in practical exercises and discussions. A final exam will be administered after 2 days of study and again on the last day.

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This session is delivered in both official languages. The French date is to be determined based on registrations.

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Participants will receive the skills and knowledge to balance the airflows of Heat and Energy Recovery Ventilators (HRV/ERVs). They will also have an overview of the installation and measurement requirements. An HRAI checklist for the installation and servicing of HRVs and ventilation systems will be made available, for use when on the job. After an instructor-led demonstration participants will be divided into two groups to complete a hands-on assessment of balancing and a brief exam on installation requirements and the theory and application of airflow measurement. Participants are encouraged to bring their own measuring equipment and use it in a comfortable learning environment.  

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Course dates:

March 21, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 14, 2024

Join the hundreds of builders Canada-wide who stand behind the R-2000 Brand as a sign of credibility, professionalism, and demonstration of your knowledge of building excellence. R-2000 Builders are revered as experts in Energy Efficient Home Construction. The Government of Canada certifies R-2000 Homes as the best in class and is a great stepping stone as we move to Net Zero Home Construction. 

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This session is delivered in both official languages.

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*The 2-Day Building Science Workshop is a pre-requisite for this workshop.

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Course dates:

February 28, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 19, 2024

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March 6, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 27, 2024

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French session is March 6, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

The participant will receive the necessary skills and knowledge to do a depressurization test to one of the three national standards as referenced in the National Building Code and elsewhere; CSA F326, CSA F300, and CSGB 5171. We start with a comparison of the standards and depressurization limits and then, a discussion of the necessary testing equipment. Included in the manual is a depressurization worksheet with an extensive setup checklist and test procedures. 

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Course date:

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March 4, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 26, 2024

This 2-day course will instruct participants on the proper commissioning (start-up) of residential HVAC air and water systems. The course will cover the following topics: flows and pressures within a forced air or hydronic system, ventilation system commissioning and house depressurization. HRAI recommends that individuals interested in attending this course have prior training in residential Mechanical Ventilation, Heat Loss & Heat Gain and Air System Design. The Best Part: This course will be invaluable to those installing, servicing and commissioning new or existing residential mechanical systems.

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Course date:

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April 9-10, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: April 2, 2024

Strategies for sizing, quoting and installing better solutions for your customers

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Homeowners across New Brunswick are upgrading to heat pumps: whether you're starting with a furnace, baseboards, or other fossil fuel heating systems; heat pumps are a cost-effective choice for many different homes across the province. Get the edge on your competition by learning best practices to better size, control, and select mini-split systems to maximize homeowner cost savings and showcase how your systems reduce environmental footprints for homeowners. This half-day workshop will walk you through a case study home covering the following topics of interest.

• New innovative methods to get your load calculation faster and at lower cost enabling competitive right sizing of heat pump systems. 

• Control strategies that enable better control of back baseboard heaters

• NRCan’s ASHP sizing and selection tool tools help communicate the cost and environmental benefits of the systems you sell.

Avoid the trap of running your baseboards while your heat pump sits idling on a mild winter day and join NRCan’s Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP) program, CHBA NB, and leading mini split manufacturers in this half-day workshop. This is a chance to network with your industry peers and discuss key issues on sizing and controls of these market-dominant heat pump systems.

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Course dates:

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April 9, 2024

In-person in Saint John

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April 10, 2024 (FRENCH SESSION)

In person in Moncton

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April 11, 2024

In-person in Fredericton

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8:30 AM - 12:15 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: April 2, 2024

Through participation in this on-demand course, participants will be able to understand the basic structural considerations of soils and foundations, identify soil-related problems, learn the terminology, identify soil types and bearing capacity, and identify useful builder resources, such as Foundation Water Protection options.

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Course date:

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Webinar Available ON DEMAND

The participants of this webinar will be taught a basic understanding of the National Building Code requirements of mechanical ventilation, the systems that comply, the importance of proper ventilation on indoor air quality, and problems associated with mechanical ventilation.

This course is designed to teach and familiarize owners, managers, supervisors, and project managers with construction contracts and contract law, liabilities and responsibilities of all parties to a contract, compiling and submitting proper claims, and ways and means for leaders to avoid conflict with contracts, home owners, trades and labour.

This 2-day workshop will provide information that is designed to enhance your knowledge of Building Science. It will provide an overview of the latest technologies required to build an energy-efficient house for today’s energy-efficient conscious consumer.  

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​This session is delivered in both official languages. 

*This is a pre-requisite for the R-2000 and Net Zero courses.

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Course dates:

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February 26-27, 2024

In-Person - Moncton

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline February 23, 2024

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March 4-5, 2024

In-Person - Woodstock

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 29, 2024

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French session is March 4-5, 2024

This Workshop will cover changes to the ENERGY STAR® and the R-2000 Program Standards and is for builders who have already taken and are licensed R-2000 and ENERGY STAR® Builders who want to maintain their R-2000 and ENERGY STAR® Builders’ License. ENERGY STAR® and R-2000 Builders must take an Update Workshop and Certify a Home to meet the Program Standards every three years to maintain their license with these Programs. This is not for new builders wishing to participate in these Programs. New builders are required to take the 2-Day Building Science Workshop found above in this document.

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*This workshop is a requirement for all builders who currently hold a license to build ENERGY STAR® and/or R-2000 homes.

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Course dates:

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February 28, 2024

In-Person - Moncton

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 23, 2024

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March 6, 2024

In-Person Woodstock

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 29, 2024 

Through this online course, participants are introduced to the basic principles of the residential air system.  A combination of mathematical skills is reviewed to assist in basic calculations of airflow dynamics. Participants then move on to learning basic concepts including covering house construction components, basics of heat loss/heat gain, pressures, ducts & fittings, and an overview of different types of residential forced air systems. The course also covers basic air system selection and regulatory topics. 

This online course is a must-have for the HVAC Professional wanting to build their basic knowledge of air system design, and this session is a pre-requisite prior to the full 4-day HRAI Residential Air System Design course.

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Course date:

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Ongoing | Self-Paced

This 7 hour course (provided in a virtual classroom over two mornings) has been designed to provide Building Officials with an understanding of the Building Code requirements for HVAC. It contains a short introduction to Building Science relating to ventilation and air change design (ducts); 9.32 Ventilation requirements, a summary overview of all the changes in the CSA F280-12, CAN/CSA-F326, and a review of key requirements for heating and air conditioning systems. Typical installation procedures and code requirements will be presented using photographs of installed systems and other documentation. Residential heat loss and heat gain calculation methodology, air systems design and installation requirements will be reviewed including an overview of some of the design methods.

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Course date:

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February 7-8, 2024

10:30 AM - 2:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 2, 2024

This 2-day workshop will provide information that is designed to enhance your knowledge of Building Science. It will provide an overview of the latest technologies required to build an energy-efficient house for today’s energy-efficient conscious consumer.  

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​This session is delivered in both official languages. 

*This is a pre-requisite for the R-2000 and Net Zero courses.

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Course dates:

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March 4-5, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 27, 2024

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French session is March 4-5, 2024

9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

In this course, participants learn the latest developments on approaches to Net Zero/Ready Homes focused on optimizing performance and costs. Attendees will gain insight on Net Zero/Ready design principles, equipment options, emerging technologies, and construction practices. This course reflects the advancements in technology and innovations in the Canadian housing industry. 

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This session is delivered in both official languages. 

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*The 2-day Building Science workshop is a prerequisite to participate in this workshop.

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Course dates:

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February 29 - March 1, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 19, 2024

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March 7-8, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 27, 2024

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French session is March 7-8, 2024

8:00 AM - 12:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

The changes made to the National Building Code between the 2015 and 2020 editions will be reviewed. An opportunity will be given to participants for questions or comments, with respect to these changes.

This session is delivered in both official languages. The French date is to be determined based on registrations.

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*Only one NBC Update or the full NBC Workshop is required.

This course is designed to cover the various topics on residential HVAC equipment including: Introduction to Equipment Metrics & Basics, Furnaces, Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Water Heaters, Boilers, Radiator Baseboard Heaters, HRV & ERVs and Certification programs applicable to HVAC equipment. The Best Part: Get an introduction to various types of equipment and technologies available for residential heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) applications. Get performance metrics and available features for residential HVAC equipment and how to select the right HVAC equipment model based on the metrics and key features. Review and understand sample equipment specification sheets to learn how equipment performance metrics are typically presented in manufacturers’ literature.

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Course date:

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April 4, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 2, 2024

No matter what you do, your business cannot realize its full potential without a solid marketing plan to create awareness, promote your products, and cultivate customer satisfaction and loyalty. Learn a systematic approach to developing and implementing marketing objectives that align with your company’s culture and specializations.

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Course date:

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February 22, 2024

6:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 21, 2024

What are the owner’s responsibilities? What are the major problems companies encounter on construction sites? What is the role of the project manager and what characteristics are essential for that person? This webinar will demonstrate the basics of project management, and provide information to help increase your productivity and keep costs in check.

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Course date:

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February 28, 2024

6:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 23, 2024

This webinar will explore the business and tax structures of Sole Proprietors, Partnerships, and Corporations, your liabilities, HST and its “Mechanics”, as well as many other topics related to the financial aspects of your business.

This webinar will help participants understand the National Building Code requirements for windows and doors, and their installation, including flashing, sealing, and trim. The participants will also be introduced to the energy efficiency aspects as well as common problems associated with improper installation.  

Become a Licensed R-2000 Builder!

Join the hundreds of builders Canada-wide who stand behind the R-2000 Brand as a sign of credibility, professionalism, and demonstration of your knowledge of building excellence. R-2000 Builders are revered as experts in Energy Efficient Home Construction. The Government of Canada certifies R-2000 Homes as the best in class and is a great stepping stone as we move to Net Zero Home Construction. 

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This session is delivered in both official languages.

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*The 2-Day Building Science Workshop is a pre-requisite for this workshop.

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Course dates:

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February 28, 2024

In-Person - Moncton

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 23, 2024

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March 6, 2024

In-Person Woodstock

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 29, 2024

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The French session is March 6, 2024.

Building Codes are changing and will soon require higher levels of performance. These higher levels require new tools to measure and verify performance levels and benefit from new team-based design strategies to help with complex decision-making. IDP presents a powerful new project development tool for builders: It’s a collaborative approach to project design and project management essential for efficient, high-performance results. IDP coordinates Targets, Tools and Teamwork. New tools measure and predict performance results. Key project decision-makers, designers, trades, and consultants, work together in a charrette (workshop) format, to compare options and optimize design decisions for the greatest overall impact. Priorities include time and cost investments.

More analysis and coordination at the front end of the project is driven by performance targets and codes. Tools and assessments provide measured data. Multiple options are evaluated and selected to best complement each other and meet the project objectives. The IDP process provides measured performance indicators and informed decision-making - before the tender documents are finalized - to avoid the cost and complexity of changes and coordination implemented later in the construction timeline.

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Course dates:

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March 18, 2024

In-Person - Moncton 

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 8, 2024

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March 22, 2024

In-Person - Fredericton 

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 8, 2024

This 4-day course is based on the new CSA standard F-280-12 “Determining the Required Capacity of Residential Space Heating and Cooling Appliances” a nationally recognized standard that is referenced by all Canadian Building Codes. This course takes students through step-by-step calculations to help them determine the required or appropriate appliances after understanding the heat loss and heat gain in the building envelope. The calculation includes examining above and below-grade HLHG, air leakage and ventilation, and the influence that people, appliances, and window shading have on the system. The Best Part: With the successful completion of this course, participants will be recognized by municipal building officials and plan examiners for having the technical competency needed to perform residential load calculations and select the appropriate HVAC appliances.  

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Course dates:

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FOR BUILDING OFFICIALS:

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March 5-28, 2024

Tuesday & Thursday Evenings

7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 1, 2024

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FOR HVAC PROFESSIONALS:

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March 25-28, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 18, 2024

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April 30 - May 3, 2024 

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 1, 2024

Participants will use simple worksheets in conjunction with detailed design procedures to quickly select equipment, and size ducts, and specify installation and control details necessary to design ventilation systems. All content complies with Section 9.32 of the NBC (National Building Code). Participants will also clearly understand when the circumstances fall outside the scope of 9.32, which will require the use of a more comprehensive standard such as CSA F326.

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Course dates:

March 12-13, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: March 5, 2024

Participants will use extensive worksheets in conjunction with detailed procedures to select equipment, size ducts and specify installation and control details necessary to design ventilation systems that satisfy building code requirements throughout Canada based on the National CSA F326 standard. CSA F326 allows for much greater flexibility and has no scope restrictions compared to local building codes.

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Course dates:

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April 23-25, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 16, 2024

In this course, participants learn the latest developments on approaches to Net Zero/Ready Homes focused on optimizing performance and costs. Attendees will gain insight on Net Zero/Ready design principles, equipment options, emerging technologies, and construction practices. This course reflects the advancements in technology and innovations in the Canadian housing industry.

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This session is delivered in both official languages. 

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*The 2-day Building Science workshop is a prerequisite to participate in this workshop.

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Course dates:

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February 29 - March 1, 2024

In-Person - Moncton

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 23, 2024

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March 7-8, 2024

In-Person Woodstock

8:30 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 29, 2024

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The French session will be delivered March 7-8, 2024.

Geothermal, a clean, renewable energy source, is gaining in popularity among home and business owners. Through geothermal heat pumps (GHP) or ground source heat pumps (GSHP) that harness this energy, are building officials ready to inspect this equipment? 

In this course, Building Officials will become familiar with operations and processes when inspecting air and ground source heat pumps. Participants will learn how earlier versions of heat pumps operated. This will lead to a discussion of what makes modern system functionality more efficient in northern climates. 



National and Provincial Building Codes will be referenced, as well as, an assortment of textbooks and instructional texts related to the history and operation of heat pumps.

Building Officials taking this course will walk away with a step-by-step procedure for inspecting air and ground source heat pump equipment during a home/business inspection, including reviewing full inspection report documentation.

This revised 4-day course builds on the knowledge and skills acquired in the Residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain course. HRAI recommends that individuals interested in attending this course have prior knowledge of residential Heat Loss & Heat Gain Calculations. Participants are taken through a series of theoretical and practical exercises to understand the proper methods of residential air distribution systems designs. This includes layouts and design of duct systems, sizing of supply and return air ducts, and grills. Walk away with real world installation options including worksheets to ease the design process. The Best Part: This course is invaluable to persons installing and designing new or modifying existing air distribution systems in residential buildings.

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Course date:

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April 16-19, 2024

10:30 AM - 6:30 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: April 9, 2024

Not only are flooring issues among the ‘Top Ten’ reasons for customer callbacks, but they also have the potential to be the most costly. This webinar will explore floor system problems, flooring options, and floor framing. 

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Course date:

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February 28, 2024

6:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 23, 2024

This on-demand course is an introduction to the NBC, 9.27 Cladding and Required Protection from Precipitation, focusing on above-grade walls. The participants learn to recognize and understand that precipitation is part of Building Code compliance and that builders have an obligation to meet Code but are encouraged to build beyond this because failure to protect your builds could affect your business, reputation, and profitability.

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Course date:

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Webinar Available ON DEMAND

This webinar will demonstrate the elements of a business plan, how to develop a business plan, some major causes of company failures in residential construction, overcoming barriers, strategic planning and so much more.

Nudura's one-day training program teaches participants basic Nudura ICF installation skills for concrete homes and light commercial structures. Led by a certified Nudura installation specialist and experienced ICF installer, we'll break down the installation process, work through common building scenarios that arise in the field, and explain how our unique line of accessory products help speed up the installation process.

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Course dates:

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February 22, 2024

In-Person - Saint John

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 21, 2024

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February 23, 2024

In-Person - Fredericton

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: February 22, 2024

Hey Builders and Renovators! Have you been curious how the Hot2000* Program calculates the energy efficiency of your homes? Hot2000 can be used to help you select the energy efficient building products and housing construction details that will assist you in meeting your energy targets. Join us for this day of Hot2000 modeling and learn more about the modeling process and how Hot2000 can be your energy efficiency calculator.

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*HOT2000 is an energy simulation modelling software developed and maintained by Natural Resources Canada to support the EnerGuide Rating System, ENERGY STAR® for New Homes, and R-2000 residential energy efficiency initiatives.

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Course dates:

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April 9, 2024

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Atlantic Standard Time

Registration deadline: April 5, 2024