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General Registration

Complimentary

Funded by Enbridge Gas; Hosted in collaboration with the City of Vaughan

Venue:

Vaughan City Hall - 2141 Major MacKenzie Dr W (Vaughan Room)

10 April, 2025 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Workshop Overview

We invite you to take part in an engaging and informative (in-person) workshop, designed to educate and inform municipal staff on energy efficiency regulations in Ontario and their building science implications. 
This workshop is intended as an educational opportunity for municipal planners, key municipal decision-makers, and building officials to expand their knowledge and awareness of energy efficiency regulation and its associated building science principles.

Enbridge Gas Presents: Building Beyond Code – Unlocking Code Updates for Municipalities

Workshop Highlights

  • Insightful presentations on Ontario's evolving energy efficiency regulations and their impact on municipal planning and enforcement.
  • Discussions on the science behind energy efficient building practices.
  • Case studies and real-world examples to illustrate regulatory applications.
  • Interactive Q&A sessions with industry experts.

Key Learning Outcomes

  • Gain a deeper understanding of Ontario's energy efficiency regulations and their implications for municipal planning and enforcement.
  • Explore the building science principles behind energy efficiency measures.
  • Learn how regulatory changes affect construction practices and municipal approvals.
  • Enhance the ability to support informed decision-making regarding energy efficiency in the built environment.

Bonus: There will be a draw for those in attendance for a Grand Prize of a Food Cycler ($500-600 value) and a Secondary Prize of a gift bag with sustainability products ($200 value)

Who Should Attend

  • Municipal Planners
  • Key Municipal Decision-Makers
  • Sustainability Managers
  • Building Officials

Instructor

Gord Cooke

Gord Cooke

President, Building Knowledge Canada

Gord is a respected educator, consultant, and professional engineer with over 35 years of experience in the residential construction industry. As President of Building Knowledge Canada and Partner at Construction Instruction, Gord specializes in applied building science, energy-efficient housing, HVAC innovation, and indoor air quality. He has dedicated his career to training builders, renovators, HVAC contractors, and energy advisors on high-performance building techniques, ensuring homes are more comfortable, durable, and sustainable.

A founding member of multiple industry organizations, including the Net Zero Energy Housing Council, Gord is a recognized leader in advancing energy-efficient housing initiatives. His expertise extends to forensic investigations, building code compliance, and consulting on leading programs like ENERGY STAR® for New Homes, LEED for Homes, and Net Zero Energy Homes.

Honored with numerous accolades, including the EEBA Legend Award and the Clean50 Lifetime Achievement Award, Gord continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of sustainable homebuilding.

Contact

For more information, contact the ENERQUALITY Training team, training@enerquality.ca

Cancellation Policy

ENERQUALITY endeavours to be as flexible as possible with our cancellation policy. In the event you are unable to personally attend a workshop, you may, with prior notice, substitute another representative from your company. A refund (less $50 administration fee) will be issued for cancellations made up to 14 days in advance of the workshop. Contractual obligations and agreements with third parties may require for the policy to be amended or revised from time to time. ENERQUALITY reserves the right to reschedule, relocate, or cancel events. Should this be required, we will provide prior notice to all registrants.

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