BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//VT Group of Companies - ECPv6.16.5//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://vtgroup.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for VT Group of Companies REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260722T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260722T123000 DTSTAMP:20260714T174549Z CREATED:20260629T181326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260714T174549Z UID:2360-1784721600-1784723400@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Correct Sizing Residential Mechanical Systems (Heating/Cooling/Ventilation) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Register for FREE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n This session is designed for builders\, architects\, mechanical designers\, energy advisors\, and construction professionals who want a practical understanding of how residential ventilation and heating systems should be properly sized. We will review the three primary ventilation design methodologies—Building Code 9.32\, CSA F326\, and ASHRAE—and discuss when each approach should be used and why proper ventilation sizing is critical to building performance\, occupant comfort\, and indoor air quality. \nWe will also cover the fundamentals of residential heating system sizing using CSA F280\, including heat loss calculations\, outdoor design temperatures\, and common sizing mistakes that lead to comfort and performance issues. By the end of the session\, attendees will have a better understanding of the calculations behind residential mechanical design and the confidence to make more informed decisions on future projects. \nFree to attend. Practical. Technical. Valuable. All in just 30 minutes. \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time:\nJuly 22\, at 12:00 – 12:30 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/sizing-ventilation-and-heating-systems/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Sizing-Ventilation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260819T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260819T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164112Z CREATED:20260629T183904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164112Z UID:2379-1787140800-1787144400@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Building Envelope - Attic Rain\, Diagnostics\, Water Ingress DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration available soon! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview - Coming Soon! \n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time: \nAugust 19\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/building-envelope/ CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Bulding-Envelope-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260826T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260826T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164323Z CREATED:20260629T200758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164323Z UID:2394-1787745600-1787749200@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Large Building Blower Door Testing - 1st Session DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time: \nAug 26\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) \n \n Registration available soon! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n Coming Soon URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/large-building-blower-door-testing/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Large-Building-BDT-Prt-1-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260902T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260902T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164418Z CREATED:20260707T215948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164418Z UID:2472-1788350400-1788354000@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Large Building Blower Door Testing - 2nd Session DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration available soon!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time: \nSept 2\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/large-building-blower-door-testing-2nd-session/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Large-Building-BDT-Prt-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164452Z CREATED:20260707T220833Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164452Z UID:2475-1788955200-1788958800@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Large Building Blower Door Testing - 3rd Session DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration coming soon!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time: \nSept 9\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/large-building-blower-door-testing-3rd-session/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Large-Building-BDT-Prt-3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260916T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20260916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260710T181235Z CREATED:20260708T213159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T181235Z UID:2522-1789560000-1789563600@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Net Zero Training - Intro DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration opening soon URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/net-zero-intro/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Net-Zero-Intro-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261007T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261007T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164904Z CREATED:20260708T213903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164904Z UID:2517-1791374400-1791378000@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Window Testing - Session Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration coming soon!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time:\nOct 7\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/window-testing-1/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Window-testing.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261014T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261014T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T164944Z CREATED:20260708T213953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T164944Z UID:2530-1791979200-1791982800@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Window Testing - Session Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration coming soon!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time:\nOct 14\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/window-testing-session-part-2/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Window-testing-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261026T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261026T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T173738Z CREATED:20260629T203117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T173738Z UID:2409-1793001600-1793028600@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Online Net Zero Training - Building Science Principles (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Science Principles (Day 1)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This intensive course is designed for professionals with a solid background in residential construction and the complete build process. Whether you are a builder\, energy advisor\, framer\, general contractor\, developer\, designer\, or simply have an interest in high-performance homes\, you will gain essential insights and advanced techniques that elevate your expertise in building science. There are eight modules with quizzes to reinforce key concepts and a comprehensive exam covering all modules. A minimum pass mark of 75% is required to successfully complete the course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand moisture dynamics and control methods in high-performance homes.\nEvaluate and implement effective air tightness strategies.\nAssess the performance of windows\, doors\, and other fenestration elements.\nAnalyze the design and performance of below grade walls and foundations.\nExplore the principles behind above grade wall construction.\nDevelop strategies for efficient ceilings and attic insulation and ventilation\nExamine mechanical systems including heating & cooling\, ventilation\, and domestic hot water.\nInvestigate renewable energy generation options and their integration into residential designs.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n This course is ideal for Builders\, Energy Advisors\, Framers\, General Contractors\, Developers\, Designers and anyone with a keen interest in high-performance residential construction.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n Participants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs.  \nIncluding:  \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/net-zero-training-building-science-principles-day-1/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Online,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Net-Zero-Day-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261027T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T173724Z CREATED:20260703T202831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T173724Z UID:2446-1793088000-1793115000@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Online Net Zero Training - Net Zero for Builders (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Net Zero for Builders (Day 2)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 into Net Zero/Ready design principles\, equipment options\, emerging technologies\, and construction practices.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n \nDiscover the history of energy efficiency and Net Zero Energy housing in Canada.\nIdentify factors that are driving the Canadian housing market toward higher levels of energy performance.\nKnow the various definitions of Net Zero including the CHBA’s definition of Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes.\nUnderstand how to earn the CHBA Qualified Net Zero Builder designation.\nLearn how an integrated design process and other optimization and costing tools together with HOT2000 energy modeling can help project teams reduce costs.\nKnow how to design and build Net Zero/Ready Homes that meet the program Technical Requirements using cost effective\, off-the-shelf technologies.\nUnderstand the key Building Science principles behind Net Zero best practices.\nHear how occupant loads (the largest energy loads in a Net Zero/Ready Home) may or may not impact a builders’ design and construction choices.\nUnderstand how Net Zero/Ready Homes are designed to deliver excellent indoor air quality\, helping to keep occupants healthy – a great selling feature with occupants now spending more time at home.\nLearn the construction technology and techniques behind Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes\, including:\n\nUsing modelling\, find the balance between energy efficiency and renewable energy with cost effectiveness as a key factor.\nBest practices for the building envelop\, including comfortable basements\, above grade walls and exposed floors\, super-efficient windows and doors\, effective roofing\, and ceiling insulation.\nBest practices for mechanical systems\, including space heating and cooling\, ventilation\, and water heating.\nBest practices for Solar PV design\, sizing\, orientation\, integration\, and installation.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n Builders and site supervisors aiming to deliver Net Zero Homes.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n Participants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs. \nIncluding: \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/net-zero-training-net-zero-for-builders-day-2/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Online,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Net-Zero-Day-2-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20261028T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T173654Z CREATED:20260706T195931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T173654Z UID:2456-1793174400-1793201400@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:Online Net Zero for Renovators (Day 3) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Net Zero for Renovators (Day 3)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In this course\, participants learn the latest developments on approaches to Net Zero/Ready renovations focused on ensuring customer comfort and satisfaction. Attendees will review the Net Zero/Ready design principles\, equipment options\, emerging technologies\, and construction practices and learn to identify effective strategies to renovate existing homes to Net Zero performance levels.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n \nUnderstand how to assess for ideal candidates for Net Zero Renovations.\nLearn how to work with a CHBA Qualified Net Zero Energy Advisor to achieve the Net Zero Label for a renovation.\nReceive and review reference Net Zero/Ready Home case studies.\nIdentify how varying client motivations for pursuing a Net Zero Renovation could result in different approaches.\nKnow the history of energy retrofit incentives as well as some of the unintended consequences from those programs.\nDiscover how homes were built in different decades and how this impacts a Net Zero Renovation.\nUnderstand how to determine if an interior or exterior approach is advisable/cost-effective.\nHear how energy monitors can be used as sales tools with existing homeowners.\nUnderstand how a small PV array on a Net Zero Ready home can support the renovation and customer goals.\nLearn how to provide preliminary estimates of PV generation prior to engaging experts.\nMeet peer renovators engaged in deep energy renovations.\nHave tools and tips for promoting Net Zero Renovations on social media.\nLearn how to approach the complex safety issue that can occur with existing fireplaces in deep energy retrofits.\n\nDescribe value of homes renovated to Net Zero and new homes built to meet the CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling Program Requirements. \n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n \n\nRenovators committed to energy-efficient retrofits \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n \n\nParticipants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs. \nIncluding: \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/net-zero-training-renovators/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Online,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Net-Zero-Day-3-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260709T183031Z CREATED:20260709T174123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T183031Z UID:2571-1795003200-1795006800@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Registration available soon! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Overview - Coming Soon! \n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n Date and Time:\nNovember 18\, at 12:00 – 13:00 (Mountain Time) URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/necb-session/ LOCATION:Online Webinar CATEGORIES:Free Webinar,Online ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/NECB-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261123T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261123T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T170342Z CREATED:20260707T221534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T170342Z UID:2478-1795420800-1795447800@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:In Person Net Zero Training - Building Science Principles (Day 1) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Building Science Principles (Day 1)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This intensive course is designed for professionals with a solid background in residential construction and the complete build process. Whether you are a builder\, energy advisor\, framer\, general contractor\, developer\, designer\, or simply have an interest in high-performance homes\, you will gain essential insights and advanced techniques that elevate your expertise in building science. There are eight modules with quizzes to reinforce key concepts and a comprehensive exam covering all modules. A minimum pass mark of 75% is required to successfully complete the course. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand moisture dynamics and control methods in high-performance homes.\nEvaluate and implement effective air tightness strategies.\nAssess the performance of windows\, doors\, and other fenestration elements.\nAnalyze the design and performance of below grade walls and foundations.\nExplore the principles behind above grade wall construction.\nDevelop strategies for efficient ceilings and attic insulation and ventilation\nExamine mechanical systems including heating & cooling\, ventilation\, and domestic hot water.\nInvestigate renewable energy generation options and their integration into residential designs.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n This course is ideal for Builders\, Energy Advisors\, Framers\, General Contractors\, Developers\, Designers and anyone with a keen interest in high-performance residential construction.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n Participants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs.  \nIncluding:  \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/in-person-net-zero-training-building-science-principles-day-1/ LOCATION:VT Group of Companies\, #514\, 3208 8th Ave NE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2A 7V8\, Canada CATEGORIES:In Person,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/In-Person-Net-Zero-Day-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261124T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261124T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T170311Z CREATED:20260709T165548Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T170311Z UID:2557-1795507200-1795534200@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:In Person Net Zero Training - Net Zero for Builders (Day 2) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Net Zero for Builders (Day 2)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 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 into Net Zero/Ready design principles\, equipment options\, emerging technologies\, and construction practices.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n \nDiscover the history of energy efficiency and Net Zero Energy housing in Canada.\nIdentify factors that are driving the Canadian housing market toward higher levels of energy performance.\nKnow the various definitions of Net Zero including the CHBA’s definition of Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes.\nUnderstand how to earn the CHBA Qualified Net Zero Builder designation.\nLearn how an integrated design process and other optimization and costing tools together with HOT2000 energy modeling can help project teams reduce costs.\nKnow how to design and build Net Zero/Ready Homes that meet the program Technical Requirements using cost effective\, off-the-shelf technologies.\nUnderstand the key Building Science principles behind Net Zero best practices.\nHear how occupant loads (the largest energy loads in a Net Zero/Ready Home) may or may not impact a builders’ design and construction choices.\nUnderstand how Net Zero/Ready Homes are designed to deliver excellent indoor air quality\, helping to keep occupants healthy – a great selling feature with occupants now spending more time at home.\nLearn the construction technology and techniques behind Net Zero and Net Zero Ready Homes\, including:\n\nUsing modelling\, find the balance between energy efficiency and renewable energy with cost effectiveness as a key factor.\nBest practices for the building envelop\, including comfortable basements\, above grade walls and exposed floors\, super-efficient windows and doors\, effective roofing\, and ceiling insulation.\nBest practices for mechanical systems\, including space heating and cooling\, ventilation\, and water heating.\nBest practices for Solar PV design\, sizing\, orientation\, integration\, and installation.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n Builders and site supervisors aiming to deliver Net Zero Homes.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n Participants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs. \nIncluding: \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/in-person-net-zero-training-building-science-principles-day-2/ LOCATION:VT Group of Companies\, #514\, 3208 8th Ave NE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2A 7V8\, Canada CATEGORIES:In Person,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/In-Person-Net-Zero-Day-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261125T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Edmonton:20261125T153000 DTSTAMP:20260709T170207Z CREATED:20260709T170203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260709T170207Z UID:2564-1795593600-1795620600@vtgroup.ca SUMMARY:In Person Net Zero for Renovators (Day 3) DESCRIPTION:Online\n \n Get your spot\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Net Zero for Renovators (Day 3)\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n In this course\, participants learn the latest developments on approaches to Net Zero/Ready renovations focused on ensuring customer comfort and satisfaction. Attendees will review the Net Zero/Ready design principles\, equipment options\, emerging technologies\, and construction practices and learn to identify effective strategies to renovate existing homes to Net Zero performance levels.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n \nUnderstand how to assess for ideal candidates for Net Zero Renovations.\nLearn how to work with a CHBA Qualified Net Zero Energy Advisor to achieve the Net Zero Label for a renovation.\nReceive and review reference Net Zero/Ready Home case studies.\nIdentify how varying client motivations for pursuing a Net Zero Renovation could result in different approaches.\nKnow the history of energy retrofit incentives as well as some of the unintended consequences from those programs.\nDiscover how homes were built in different decades and how this impacts a Net Zero Renovation.\nUnderstand how to determine if an interior or exterior approach is advisable/cost-effective.\nHear how energy monitors can be used as sales tools with existing homeowners.\nUnderstand how a small PV array on a Net Zero Ready home can support the renovation and customer goals.\nLearn how to provide preliminary estimates of PV generation prior to engaging experts.\nMeet peer renovators engaged in deep energy renovations.\nHave tools and tips for promoting Net Zero Renovations on social media.\nLearn how to approach the complex safety issue that can occur with existing fireplaces in deep energy retrofits.\n\nDescribe value of homes renovated to Net Zero and new homes built to meet the CHBA Net Zero Home Labelling Program Requirements. \n \n \n \n \n \n Target Audience\n \n\nRenovators committed to energy-efficient retrofits \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Prerequisites\n \n\nParticipants should have a solid background in residential construction and familiarity with the complete build process. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Course Alignment\n This foundational course is designed to complement and prepare you for further specialization in CHBA Net Zero programs. \nIncluding: \n\nCHBA NetZero Builder Course\nCHBA NetZero Renovator Course\nCHBA NetZero Energy Advisor Course URL:https://vtgroup.ca/event/in-person-net-zero-training-building-science-principles-day-3/ LOCATION:VT Group of Companies\, #514\, 3208 8th Ave NE\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2A 7V8\, Canada CATEGORIES:In Person,Paid Course ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://vtgroup.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/In-Person-Net-Zero-Day-3.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR