08:00 AM
Doors Open
- Check-in is open
- Breakfast is available
09:00 AM
The Event Starts
Opening remarks
09:15 AM
Session 1: Why resiliency matters now, and why the stakes continue to rise
Description: This opening session explores the forces shaping today’s resilience conversation: climate stressors, community expectations, affordability pressures, material durability, preparedness, and policy evolution. Attendees will gain clarity on the “why” behind resilience and the collective responsibility across the sector.
Moderator: Andy Oding – VP, Building Knowledge Canada
10:15 AM
Break
10:30 AM
Session 2: Resiliency in Action. Turning resilient design into practical building solutions
Featuring a deep dive into a demonstration build and other real-life examples where resiliency principles were applied. Speakers will explore construction methods, materials, cost considerations, technology adoption, and lessons learned.
Moderator: Joe Vaccaro, CEO ENERQUALITY
11:15 AM
Break
11:30 AM
ENERQUALITY’s Innovation Gauntlet: Resiliency Edition
Live pitches. Real innovation. Immediate impact.
Manufacturers and suppliers take the stage to showcase their most innovative resilience-forward technologies—from durability solutions to climate-adaptive products to next-generation systems designed for comfort, safety, and performance.
Attendees will:
- Watch live pitches; Meet the presenters during lunch; Vote for their favourite pitch and a winner will be chosen!
12:30 PM
Lunch + Networking
A buffet lunch will be served while attendees meet Gauntlet presenters and cast their votes (closing promptly at 1:00pm).
1:15 PM
EQ Awards
Celebrating excellence in high-performance, resilient homebuilding
The EQ Awards honour the trailblazers and innovators driving progress across Canada’s residential construction sector. Award categories include:
- Innovation Gauntlet Award
- ENERGY STAR® Awards
- Net Zero Awards
- Innovation Awards
- Professional Excellence Awards
1:45 PM
Hall of Fame Fireside Chat
A reflective and inspiring conversation with this year’s Hall of Fame recipient—exploring their career, their contributions to the industry, and their vision for a more resilient built environment.
2:15 PM
Closing Remarks
A look ahead at the next chapter of innovation, collaboration, and resilience in Canadian homebuilding.
2:30 PM