Net Zero Leadership Summit 2021
Canada's Foremost Event For Net Zero Homes
CHBA has taken a leadership role in helping early adopters of Net Zero Energy Homes overcome barriers and voluntarily build to higher levels of energy performance. With the end of COVID still unclear, rather than wait until we can see each other again in person, we’ve decided to host a virtual Net Zero Leadership Summit this year. (And, looking on the bright side, there’s the added bonus of lower emissions from all the travel we won’t be doing.)
From Monday, November 22 to Thursday, November 25, CHBA will host the 2021 Net Zero Leadership Summit, a live interactive online event where participants will gain insight and explore the innovative, industry-leading efforts in Net Zero for both new homes and renovations. Participants will be a part of the dialogue - interacting and providing input during each session to work though the opportunities and challenges. Focused on valuable content and participant engagement, the Summit will convene leaders in the industry such as builders, renovators, energy advisors, product manufacturers, service providers, utilities, developers, as well as government, and academia from across Canada.
So that participants from across Canada can participate during business hours, and to reduce “zoom fatigue”, instead of two full days we’ve split the agenda across 4 days, with 2 sessions per day, and a half hour bio-break between them so you can refill your drink, have a bite, visit the head, go for a walk around the block, check your emails – or maybe all of the above! And because it’s being held virtually, it’s priced reasonably.
The agenda is guided by the nation-wide strategic action plan developed from the results of the last Summit, where priorities and stakeholders were identified to ensure a holistic approach is being implemented, and to support the industry with solutions and tools. Over the course of the event, you will have opportunities to engage with the other participants, speakers, panellists, and the Expo Hall exhibitors, offering you a deeper network upon which to build your Net Zero business opportunities. And, like last year, we’re going to have some hearty Canadian fun while we’re at it, eh!? (Get your cameras ready for the Great Canadian Photo Contest! The winner gets a complimentary pass to the 2022 Summit!)
Agenda
| SESSION 1: 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET / 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT | ||
| Welcome and Opening Remarks | Chris Williams Summit Co-Chair, CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Chair, Vice President Avalon Master Builder Joe Geluch Summit Co-Chair, CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Member, President Naikoon Contracting Ltd. |
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KEYNOTE: Net-Zero Emissions by 2050 The Government of Canada is committed to moving to net-zero emissions by 2050. The Canadian Net-Zero Emissions Accountability Act (Bill C-12), introduced in Parliament November 2020, officially passed into legislation June 2021, formalizing Canada’s target to achieve net-zero emissions by the year 2050 with a series of interim emissions reduction targets at 5-year milestones toward that goal. Please join us for this session to learn more about the plans and reports required to support accountability and transparency and help ensure Canada hits all of its milestones on the way to its goal to achieve a prosperous net-zero economy by the year the 2050. |
Mollie Johnson Assistant Deputy Minister, Low Carbon Energy Sector (LCES), Natural Resources Canada |
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KEYNOTE: Canada's Net Zero Future - Finding Our way In The Global Transition This comprehensive report from the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices explores over 60 pathways Canada could take to achieve net zero emissions by 2050 and identifies critical choices that emerge along the way. Canada can not only achieve net zero, the report finds it can capitalize on unique advantages by doing so. However, success hinges on governments and businesses decisively scaling up solutions available today, while skillfully navigating unavoidable uncertainty. This presentation will unpack what achieving net zero would mean for Canada, as well as implications for the buildings sector. |
Jason Dion Mitigation Research Director, Canadian Institute for Climate Choices |
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| SESSION 2: 3:00 – 4:30 PM ET / 12:00 – 1:30 PM PT | ||
How Circular Economy Principles and Practices Can Help Achieve the Targets The circular economy model presents new economic and employment opportunities while simultaneously creating more resilient communities, businesses, and supply chains, improving competitiveness and affordability, spurring innovation, and attracting new investment that can support economic recovery. This presentation will provide information and insights sourced from an initial assessment of the current state of the circular built environment landscape and market readiness in Canada in line with global trends and circular economy principles and practices. |
Paul Shorthouse Managing Director, Circular Economy Leadership Canada |
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New Study Results On Embodied Carbon in Materials For those of you who attended the last Summit, Chris provided a very informative presentation on the work he has been doing on the impact of embodied carbon in materials. His presentation was so well received that we invited him back to provide an update on his work, specifically the results of a new study that he completed for NRCan this year. Join us to learn about the main takeaways from this study, including what the material carbon emissions “range” is, how the material carbon emissions could be brought to zero or even be negative (net carbon storing) using conventional, code-compliant materials, and how reducing material emissions by one "tier" has a much larger impact on overall emissions than increasing energy efficiency by one tier in the NBC. |
Chris Magwood Executive Director, The Endeavour Centre & Builders for Climate Action |
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CHBA Action on Climate Change: Net Zero, Resiliency, and More As the voice of Canada's residential construction industry with a membership of some 9,000 companies, the CHBA supports innovation in our industry with the goal of creating a market advantage for CHBA builder and renovator members pursuing voluntary Net Zero Energy performance, while also emphasizing affordability and other industry concerns as together we seek to address climate change goals. The work of the CHBA Net Zero Council and CHBA’s other committees and councils is helping to meet the housing aspirations of Canadians and renew Canadian leadership in high performance housing, while also addressing related industry challenges. Join this session to learn more about CHBA’s efforts in this space – from Building Codes and the Net Zero Home Labelling Program to Resiliency – and what’s needed for CHBA to continue to innovate and lead the industry towards Canada’s goals. |
Kevin Lee, P. Eng, M. Arch CEO, CHBA |
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| SESSION 1: 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET / 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT | ||
Emerging Innovations Showcase Check out the latest products and services in high-performance residential construction! The Emerging Innovations Showcase is an open mic on steriods, where 10 of the top emerging innovations will be showcased in 5 minutes each. You don’t want to miss this session! At the conclusion of the showcase presentations, Summit participants will have the opportunity to ask the presenters questions and can then vote on their favourite Emerging Innovation, earning the title of “Leaders Choice”!Note: If you provide an emerging innovation that’s a product or service, and you want to share it with the leaders in the Canadian residential construction industry, you must APPLY BY MONDAY, OCTOBER 4. |
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| SESSION 2: 3:00 – 4:30 PM ET / 12:00 – 1:30 PM PT | ||
Live Interactive Expo Hall & Networking For attendees to have the opportunity to learn more about the products and services that are key to success with Net Zero Homes, and because networking is such a key part of the event, we’ve dedicated this entire time slot to this live interactive experience rather than squeezing it into the break time. Like a real in-person Expo Hall, attendees can visit each virtual “booth” in this live-streamed session, hosted by representatives from each exhibitor. Attendees can interact with the exhibitors and other attendees via the webcam and audio functions as well as via the chat window, where they can ask questions and converse with others in each “booth”. Each virtual “booth” can host up to 50 people at a time, so you’ll likely find yourself creating many spontaneous conversations, which could be the start of some great business connections.Interested in booking a space in the Expo Hall? |
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| SESSION 1: 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET / 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT | ||
Consumer Marketing Selling Net Zero: What do you need to communicate and how do you communicate Net Zero Homes to build consumer awareness, develop an understanding of their value, and to stimulate demand? In this session you will gain insight into what messaging has been successfully used in consumer sales, marketing and communication efforts including via social media, by the CHBA as well as by Net Zero Builders. You’ll learn what tools and resources are available as well as the results of the CHBA 2021 Home Buyer Preference Survey. We’ll also unveil the new Marketing & Communications training module to compliment the Net Zero Sales Training course. |
Natasha Rombough Director, Marketing & Communications, CHBA |
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| SESSION 2: 3:00 – 4:30 PM ET / 12:00 – 1:30 PM PT | ||
| Industry Education Voluntary energy efficiency programs have always played an important role in informing the path of residential building codes in Canada. There has been a very consistent pattern of the codes following behind the voluntary programs, allowing the industry to “work out the kinks”, and instilling confidence in an approach before moving forward with code regulation. Currently, the innovators and early adopters are the holders of the most current knowledge. To be able to cross the “chasm” to the early majority we must disseminate this knowledge, shortening the learning curve and paving the way for the mass market. The challenge is to effectively apply what we already know and what we continue to learn, “en masse”. Join us for this session to learn what initiatives are bridging the knowledge gap and accelerating the industry's capacity to capitalize on Net Zero. Our panel will present and discuss the potential challenges and opportunities and will engage the audience in the dialogue.• Sonja Winkelmann will speak to the formal Net Zero Training opportunities, strategies to increase uptake, and the role of webinars. • Andy Oding will highlight the value of the Integrated Design Process (IDP) for shortening the learning curve. • Patric Langevin will provide an overview of upcoming LEEP/CHBA collaborations and will talk about the LEEP guides and tools that builders can use to get on the path to Net Zero/Ready. |
Sonja Winkelmann, EP Director, Net Zero Energy Housing, CHBA Andy Oding, REA, LEED AP, BSSO, NZQEA CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Member, Vice President, Director of Building Science, Building Knowledge Canada Inc. Patric A. Langevin, M.Arch Project Lead and Facilitator, Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP), Natural Resources Canada |
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| SESSION 1: 1:00 – 2:30 PM ET / 10:00 – 11:30 AM PT | ||
New Perspectives On Old Homes Homes in Canada built between 1960 and 1977 consume an average of 342 GJ/year. Compared to new homes that consume an average of 105 GJ/year, that’s a big gap. Now imagine the opportunity to bring that down even further, to 45 GJ/year with a Net Zero Ready renovation. Older homes provide a significant opportunity to reduce energy consumption and GHGs. Are consumers even willing and financially able to do such a considerable deep energy retrofit? And how are deep energy retrofit programs being designed for renovators needs? Join this session to learn about the results of the Net Zero Reno Pilot, and hear about some unique projects and efforts in this space. • Sonja Winkelmann will speak to some of the key learnings from the CHBA Net Zero Reno Pilot, the work with the Appraisal Institute of Canada, and how to leverage the current incentives and financing opportunities. • Lisa Dockman will share the City of Edmonton’s innovative approach to rebate (Home Energy Retrofit Accelerator) and PACE financing (Clean Energy Improvement Program) programs that are designed to support homeowners on their renovation pathway to net zero. • Patric Langevin will talk about how LEEP is working with industry in BC to tackle retrofits, and Joe Geluch will discuss how panelization presents an opportunity for low carbon deep energy renovations. • Adam Corneil will detail his success with (and the opportunity in) deconstruction and reclamation. |
Sonja Winkelmann, EP Director, Net Zero Energy Housing, CHBA Lisa Dockman, B.Sc., B.Ed., CPF
Patric A. Langevin, M.Arch
Joe Geluch Adam Corneil |
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| SESSION 2: 3:00 – 4:30 PM ET / 12:00 – 1:30 PM PT | ||
| Resilience VS. Survivability; What Do Net Zero Homes Really do? The term resilience is increasingly being used in our industry. What does it really mean and do Net Zero Homes address it? What about the new concept of survivability? What does it have to do with resilience… if anything? Join us for this session to learn the difference between resilience, passive and active survivability, some of the solutions, and what one leading builder is doing to innovate in this space.• Frank Lohman will explain how key resilience aspects such as fire, flood, wind and hail are being addressed, as well as the potential insurance impacts. • Andy Oding will explain what passive survivability is and showcase an hourly analysis from the CHBA Net Zero MURB RD&D initiative. • Wil Beardmore will explain what active survivability is and provide details on how solar, storage and smart electrical panels help people shelter in place when the grid goes down. • Doug Tarry will highlight some of the innovative projects they’re working on in this space.
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Frank Lohmann Director, Building Science, CHBA Andy Oding, REA, LEED AP, BSSO, NZQEA
Wil Beardmore
Doug Tarry |
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| Closing Remarks Our co-chairs will provide some closing commentary to wrap up the event, announce the winner of our Great Canadian photo contest (the winner gets a complimentary pass to the next Summit!), and will provide some initial details on the dates and location of the 2022 Summit. |
Chris Williams CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Chair, Vice President Avalon Master Builder Joe Geluch |
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Get To Know The Speakers
Chris Williams, Summit Co-Chair
Joe Geluch, Summit Co-Chair
Mollie Johnson
Jason Dion
CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Chair | Vice President, Avalon Master Builder
Chris Williams started with Avalon Master Builder, a leading builder in the NetZero Energy industry, as a partner in 2008. He works on Net Zero related committees to push the industry, and further Avalon’s Vision and Passion for building all Homes Net Zero, and lives in one of Avalon’s Net Zero Energy demonstration homes. In addition to being the Chair of the CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee, Chris works closely with the Canada Green Building Council as a member of the Technical Advisory Sub Committee. Chris graduated from the Business program at SAIT alongside Avalon CEO Ryan Scott, a pioneer in Energy Efficient Building Construction, and has since completed a B.S. Business Administration Degree from City University of Seattle and completed the Ivey Executive Program at Richard Ivey School of Business, Ontario.
CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Member | President, Naikoon Contracting Ltd
A leading high-performance home Builder with a number of Net Zero and Passive House projects completed throughout British Columbia. As President of Naikoon he has led his team to over 30 Industry awards, locally, provincially and nationally. He is a Red Seal Carpenter, a Gold Seal Project Manager, and a Certified Housing Professional who has spent over 19 years in the industry. He is a founding member of Canada’s Net Zero Energy Housing Council and current Chair of the CHBA-BC Technical Research Committee.
Assistant Deputy Minister, Low Carbon Energy Sector (LCES), Natural Resources Canada
Prior to her current position, Ms. Johnson served in two positions at Natural Resources Canada: as Assistant Deputy Minister, Communications and Portfolio Sector; and, Director General, Policy, Major Projects Management Office. She has also held executive positions at Environment and Climate Change Canada and the Competition Bureau; and served as a senior officer in Legislation and House Planning at the Privy Council Office. Mollie holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from the University of Western Ontario, and a Master’s Degree in International Affairs from Carleton University’s Norman Paterson School.
Mitigation Research Director, Canadian Institute for Climate Choices
Jason Dion is the Mitigation Research Director at the Canadian Institute for Climate Choices. He is the lead author of the recent Institute report Canada’s Net Zero Future: Finding our way in the global transition. Previously, he was Lead Researcher with Canada’s Ecofiscal Commission and a project manager and economist at the International Institute for Sustainable Development (IISD). Jason’s work has focused on GHG mitigation, carbon pricing, environmental risk and financial assurance, green public procurement, and sustainable infrastructure.
Paul Shorthouse
Chris Magwood
Kevin Lee, P. Eng, M. Arch
Natasha Rombough
Senior Director, The Delphi Group and Managing Director, Circular Economy Leadership Canada
Paul is a recognized economic development expert who has been at the forefront of advancing the green and circular economy for over a decade. He leads The Delphi Group’s Green and Circular Economy practice nation-wide and is a senior director at GLOBE Series. In February 2021, Paul took on the additional role of Managing Director at Circular Economy Leadership Canada (CELC), a network of non-profit and academic think tanks and industry partners looking to accelerate the transition to a circular economy in Canada. The vision of CELC is to be a catalyst, connector, and collective voice of Canadian leaders taking bold action towards a circular economy by providing thought leadership, technical expertise, and collaborative platforms for driving systems change. Paul has a Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Victoria, a Certificate in Environmental Stewardship from Camosun College, and a Diploma of Technology in Entrepreneurship from BCIT’s School of Business.
Executive Director, The Endeavour Centre & Builders for Climate Action
Chris is obsessed with making the best, most energy efficient, carbon sequestering, healthy, beautiful and inspiring buildings. He is currently the executive director of The Endeavour Centre, a not-for-profit sustainable building school in Peterborough, Ontario. The school runs two full-time, certificate programs: Sustainable New Construction and Sustainable Renovations and hosts dozens of hand-on workshops annually. In 2019, he helped to establish Builders for Climate Action, which will be rolling out a set of tools to help designers and builders reverse climate change with their buildings. Chris has authored seven books on sustainable building, including Essential Sustainable Home Design (2017). He is co-editor of the Sustainable Building Essentials series from New Society Publishers, and recently, he contributed a chapter to the book The New Carbon Architecture. In 1998 he co-founded Camel’s Back Construction, and over eight years helped to design and/or build more than 30 homes and commercial buildings, mostly with straw bales and often with renewable energy systems. Chris has completed an MA at Trent University. His thesis, Opportunities for Carbon Removal and Storage in Building Materials which was published in the fall of 2019. Chris is an active speaker and workshop instructor in Canada and internationally.
CEO, Canadian Home Builders' Association
Kevin is a Professional Engineer with a Masters in Architecture, and has worked in the housing industry for 30 years. With his experience in both the public and private sectors, Kevin brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in housing policy, technology and business to the CEO position at CHBA. Kevin began his career in housing in the trades as a mason, deck builder, and construction site supervisor. Since then, he has run his own housing consulting business, and has been an executive in both the public and private sectors. Kevin has a true passion for housing.
CEO, Canadian Home Builders' Association
Kevin is a Professional Engineer with a Masters in Architecture, and has worked in the housing industry for 30 years. With his experience in both the public and private sectors, Kevin brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in housing policy, technology and business to the CEO position at CHBA. Kevin began his career in housing in the trades as a mason, deck builder, and construction site supervisor. Since then, he has run his own housing consulting business, and has been an executive in both the public and private sectors. Kevin has a true passion for housing.
Sonja Winkelmann, EP
Andy Oding, REA, LEED AP, BSSO, NZQEA
Patric A. Langevin, M.Arch
Lisa Dockman, B.Sc., B.Ed., CPF
Director, Net Zero Energy Housing, CHBA
Sonja has been working in the field of energy efficient homes for over 16 years. She joined CHBA in 2014 as the first Director of Net Zero Energy Housing and has led the development of the Net Zero Home Labelling Program as well as the associated training courses and marketing efforts. Prior to the CHBA she was the Executive Director of the Net-Zero Energy Home Coalition, and she started her career in this industry working at an NRCan licenced Service Organization in Alberta that delivered new home rating and certification programs such as EnerGuide, Built Green™, R-2000, and LEED for Homes, as well as NRCan’s Building Canada initiative. Her formal education is in Business Administration and Environmental Management, and she has received the Environmental Professional (EP) designation from ECO Canada.
CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee Member | Vice President, Director of Building Science, Building Knowledge Canada Inc.
With an extensive background as a builder for 20+ years Andrew brings a real-life practicality to building science principles and their in-field applications. As a recognized building science trainer by the government of Canada-Office of Energy Efficiency, Building Science Specialist (University of Toronto), and HVAC designer, Andrew is working closely with the development of the new National Building Code of Canada: Standing Committee on Energy Efficiency in Housing and Building, the re-development of ASHRAE 90.2 SSPC Energy efficiency standard for low-rise residential buildings. 90.2 and many advanced building programs (i.e. ENERGY STAR®, Net Zero, LEED for Homes™, etc.) across North America.
Project Lead and Facilitator, Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP), Natural Resources Canada
Trained as an architect, Patric is a project leader and facilitator for the Local Energy Efficiency Partnerships (LEEP) initiative at Natural Resources Canada's CanmetENERGY. He has been active in the field of housing and energy efficient design for more than 18 years in a various roles. Patric works with the homebuilding industry to understand barriers and gaps to innovation, and brings people together to create responsive solutions that help builders deliver great homes. He is also a CHBA Net Zero Council Ex‐Officio Member.
Residential Energy Transition Program Manager, Environment & Climate Resilience, Planning & Environment Services, Urban Planning & Economy, City of Edmonton
Lisa Dockman is the Residential Energy Transition Programs Manager at the City of Edmonton. Her work focuses on the planning and delivery of initiatives that mitigate energy use and greenhouse gas emissions in Edmonton’s residential sector. Programs she delivers include Edmonton's Home Energy Retrofit Accelerator, Residential Solar Rebate Program and the Clean Energy Improvement Program. Lisa is a University of Alberta alumnus of both the Faculty of Science and the Faculty of Education in addition to being a LEED Green Associate and a Certified Professional Facilitator with the International Association of Facilitators. She has over 15 years of experience planning, implementing, and evaluating sustainability and strategic planning initiatives. Lisa is passionate about collaborative planning, facilitating engagement and organizational capacity building to embrace change.
Adam Corneil
Frank Lohmann
Wil Beardmore
Doug Tarry
CEO & Founder, Unbuilders & Heritage Lumber
Adam is a certified Passive House builder and a deconstruction & reclaimed wood expert. He flipped his first house at 16 with his father and after years as a green builder he launched Unbuilders Deconstruction in January 2018. Passionate about his family, skiing, hiking mountains and spending as much time outdoors, he is committed to providing a sustainable future for generations to enjoy.
Director, Building Science, Canadian Home Builders’ Association
Frank started his career as a carpenter in the residential construction industry 35 years ago and holds a building science engineer degree from the University of Applied Science in Stuttgart, Germany. He worked for 23 years at the National Research Council Canada. First in window and wall research and then at Codes Canada – a group within the NRC responsible for the development of the national construction codes, where he was responsible for advising the Chair and Executive of the Canadian Commission on Building Fire Codes and as well as the members of provincial territorial building safety authorities who provide policy advice to the NRC and the CCBFC. Frank is currently the Director, building Science at CHBA and is responsible to ensure members interests are represented when it comes to integrating emerging technologies and climate change resilience into the house-as-a-system.
President & Founder, Bluewater Energy
Wil is the Founder and President of Bluewater Energy, a custom renewable energy design and build firm located in Guelph, ON. With over 12 years of experience designing, building, and operating renewable energy systems that include solar energy, energy storage, load management, and generator solutions, Wil leads a team of specialized renewable energy professionals who have installed and commissioned over 20MW of grid-connected solar, in both the commercial and residential sectors, as well as over 1MW of off-grid and grid-hybrid renewable systems. Focused on delivering sustainable energy projects and solutions that deliver long-term value for their clients, communities, and the environment, Bluewater Energy continues to lead the industry by continually innovating, while integrating new and emerging renewable energy technologies that facilitate energy independence, as well as contribute to ensuring our waters continue to remain clean, and clear blue for future generations.
President, Doug Tarry Homes
Doug is a second-generation builder trained in ENERGYSTAR®, R-2000 and Net Zero building methods. He’s a National Award-Winning Net Zero Home Builder, working with a number of manufacturers and educators on development of products for more sustainable housing. His career highlights include:
• Past President, OHBA
• Inaugural winner of the Net Zero Home of the Year Award, CHBA
• Two Time National Grand SAM Award Winner, CHBA
• Project HOPE, a 3-Day Net Zero Ready Home fundraising build (“HOPE: A Story that builds more than a new Home” documentary film released in 2021)
• Founding HOPE AGUA VITA, a fundraising effort taking volunteers to the village of San Lorenzo, Puerto Rico to help rebuilding after Hurricane Maria
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Professional Development/Education Credits
- Eligible for 6 credits through BC Housing (1.5 for business planning and 4.5 construction technology)
- Eligible for Continuing Education Credits for BILD-GTA RenoMark participants (contact BILD for details)
Pass Includes:
- Access to all live-streamed programming and slide decks
- Participate in all live Q&A with presenters through chat
- Live networking with Expo Hall exhibitors and attendees
Virtual Expo Hall Booth Includes:
- 2 Complimentary passes
- Dedicated Virtual Exhibit Space
- Live Interactive Expo Hall & Networking
- Banner Ad
- Post-Summit Analytics
Emerging Innovation Showcase – Info for Applicants
What’s the latest and greatest in high-performance residential construction? If you provide an emerging innovation that’s a product or service, and you want to share it with the leaders in the Canadian residential construction industry, then this showcase is for you!
Ten Emerging Innovations will be selected for this showcase. In addition to 5 minutes of airtime (open mic on steroids!) each of the “Top 10” will receive a complimentary pass to the Summit. (All other approved applications will be placed in the Emerging Innovations “Runners-Up Video Hall” which will be accessible by participants after the showcase, along with the Top 10 videos.)
At the conclusion of the showcase presentations, Summit participants will have the opportunity to ask the presenters questions and can then vote on their favourite Emerging Innovation, earning the title of “Leaders Choice”!
STEP 1: Complete the Application Form. (Once the application form has been completed, a video file upload link will be emailed to you.)STEP 2: Upload your video.STEP 3: Pay the $99 Application Fee. (Once payment has been made you'll receive an email confirming that your application is complete.)
Notes:
- Like our awards, not all applications will be chosen to be part of the Top 10 Showcase or the Runners-Up Video Hall. (All applications will be reviewed and voted on by the CHBA Net Zero Council Management Committee and CHBA Staff to become a Top 10 or Runner-Up.)
- Videos longer than 5 minutes will not be accepted to ensure the session doesn’t run over time.
- The video that you upload is what will be “aired” as a Top 10 in the Emerging Innovations Showcase, or in the case of being a Runner-Up, will be posted in the Runners-Up Video Hall.
- Do not buy a Summit pass until you’re notified if your application made the Top 10 (you get a comp pass!) or if you’re a Runner-Up (and will need to buy a pass).
- Only CHBA members may apply.
Cancellation, Refund, and Privacy Policies
Substitution Policy
Registrants unable to attend may send a substitute. If the substitute is not a member, the non-member fee will be required. Substitutions must be made in writing to julien@chba.ca. Substitutions will be accepted until November 12, 2021.
Cancellation/Refund Policy
Full event registrations, less a $50 cancellation fee, are refundable if submitted in writing to julien@chba.ca on or before November 12, 2021. Event registration cancellations received after November 12, 2021 are not refundable. All refunds will be issued back in the original payment type.
For Expo Hall cancellations, a $100 cancellation fee applies if notice is given in writing to julien@chba.ca on or before November 5, 2021. Expo Hall cancellations after November 5, 2021 are not refundable. All refunds will be issued back in the original payment type.
Privacy Policy
By registering for the Summit you are providing permission to receive emails related to the event. CHBA members give consent to be contacted by the Association with relevant member communications. Members may opt out of receiving communications by emailing CHBA. Registrants also consent to any screenshots or recordings taken by event organizers for promotional or documentation purposes.
Limitation of Liability
The event organizer reserves the right to amend this program, make speaker and/or Expo Hall changes, and cancel this event. If the event is cancelled, the organizer shall refund all registration fees paid, but shall not be liable for any other costs incurred by delegates.
Live Interactive Expo Hall & Networking
Attendees have the opportunity to learn more about the products and services that are key to success with Net Zero Homes during this Expo Hall. Attendees can visit each virtual “booth” in this live-streamed session, hosted by representatives from each exhibitor. Attendees can interact with the exhibitors and other attendees via the webcam and audio functions as well as via the chat window, where they can ask questions and converse with others in each “booth.” Each virtual “booth” can host up to 50 people at a time, so you’ll likely find yourself creating many spontaneous conversations, which could be the start of some great business connections.
Expo Hall Booths will be added below as they sign up to be part of this exciting event.
AVID RATINGS CANADA
Avid Ratings is the world’s leading resource for homeowner insights and building quality. They combine advanced data technology and a unique customer experience platform to provide in-depth feedback and actionable insights. For over a quarter of a century, Avid has helped thousands of companies measure and improve customer loyalty.
For more information, please visit: www.avidratings.com
BASF
Through research and innovation, BASF supports customers in nearly every industry in meeting the current and future needs of society. They want to contribute to a world that provides a viable future with enhanced quality of life for everyone. BASF does so by creating chemistry for their customers and society and by making the best use of available resources.
For more information, please visit: www.basf.com
CANADIAN WOOD COUNCIL
The Canadian Wood Council (CWC) represents the Canadian wood products industry through a national federation of associations. The Mission of the CWC is to expand market access and increase demand for Canadian wood products through excellence in codes, standards, regulations and education.
For more information, please visit: www.cwc.ca
CUSTOM INTEGRATION PARTNERS
Custom Integration Partners represents luxury brands in the home electronics industry. Their featured brands include Savant Systems, Barco Residential, Meridian Audio and Display Technologies. They provide sales support, system design and training services.
For more information, please visit: www.cipartners.ca
DOUG TARRY HOMES
Doug Tarry Homes has been committed to their customers in St. Thomas and the surrounding areas since 1954. At Doug Tarry Limited, they recognize the importance of personalizing your new home. They provide a complete range of in-house design services, including both structural and décor design.
For more information, please visit: www.dougtarryhomes.com
DUPONT
DuPont is a global innovation leader in the building and construction industry, providing products and materials for all six sides of the building envelope. By developing solutions for managing the air, water and thermal performance of buildings and residences, they help customers build energy-efficient, resilient, and durable shelters in a rapidly changing world.
For more information, please visit:www.dupont.com
ENBRIDGE
Enbridge’s vision is to be the leading energy delivery company in North America. They deliver the energy people need and want—to heat their homes, to keep their lights on, to keep them mobile and connected. Enbridge operate across North America, fueling the economy and people’s quality of life.
For more information, please visit: www.enbridge.com
ENERQUALITY
Founded in 1998 by the Ontario Home Builders’ Association and the Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance, EnerQuality creates voluntary, market-based programs that help builders innovate. They partner with government, manufacturers, utilities and professionals to bring our programs to market.
For more information, please visit: www.enerquality.ca
FEDERATED INSURANCE
Federated Insurance has been around since 1920, proudly serving Canadians with innovative and affordable insurance protection. They take the time to get to know what your business does inside and out to ensure we’re protecting you from any and all of the risks you may be facing. Federated Insurance gives you the time, dedication, and attention you deserve because they have committed to building long-term relationships with the businesses they protect.
For more information, please visit: www.federated.ca
FORTIS BC
Fortis BC focuses on sustainability in everything they do: prioritizing the health and well-being of customers, communities, the environment and employees—today, and into the future. They believe in building stronger communities. That’s what drives them to be innovators in the energy sector, offering renewable and alternative energy solutions for homes, businesses and transportation in BC and beyond.
For more information, please visit: www.fortisbc.com
HOME DEPOT
Home Depot is proud to be the world’s largest home improvement retailer. In 2,300 stores across North America, they aspire to excel in service – to their customers, associates, communities and shareholders. That's The Home Depot difference.
For more information, please visit: www.homedepot.ca
MNP
MNP is a leading national accounting, tax and business consulting firm in Canada. They proudly serve and respond to the needs of our clients in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors. Through partner-led engagements, MNP provides a collaborative, cost-effective approach to doing business and personalized strategies to help people and organizations succeed across the country and around the world.
For more information, please visit: www.mnp.ca
MOVESNAP
End-to-end moving support: Movesnap provides an exceptional moving experience for home owners and renters, while giving real estate partners the edge – helping boost their brand, enhance their reputation, and help grow their business.
For more information, please visit: www.movesnap.ca
OWENS CORNING
Owens Corning is a global leader in insulation, roofing, and fiberglass composite materials. Its insulation products conserve energy and improve acoustics, fire resistance, and air quality in the spaces where people live, work, and play. Owens Corning provides innovative products and solutions that deliver a material difference to its customers and, ultimately, make the world a better place.
For more information, please visit: www.owenscorning.com
PANASONIC
Panasonic is more than home entertainment and household appliances, supplying comprehensive solutions to business markets from public safety to healthcare to housing. Their "Home & Building Solutions Division" is designed to meet the needs of Canadian residential and commercial builders and developers, and the renovation market. Products range from major appliances, storage and organization solutions to HVAC, building materials, insulation and plumbing, among others.
For more information, please visit: www.panasonic.com
SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
Schneider’s purpose is to empower all to make the most of our energy and resources, bridging progress and sustainability for all. They drive digital transformation by integrating world-leading process and energy technologies, end-point to cloud connecting products, controls, software and services, across the entire lifecycle, enabling integrated company management, for homes, buildings, data centers, infrastructure and industries.
For more information, please visit: www.se.com
TRIM RITE MFG.
Trim Rite Mfg. is a family run business based out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. They has been in business for 35 years supplying niche products to homeowners. Trim Rite Mfg is passionate about supplying home owners with high quality products that not only add the finishing touches to their home, but perform efficiently and are made to last. They take great pride in the attention to detail on each individual product as if it would be installed in their own homes.
For more information, please visit:www.trimritemfg.ca
- how your company profile will appear
- expo hall visitor navigation
- elements you can add to your virtual room
- how to direct message with attendees
- and more!
1 CHBA Members must be logged in to access member pricing.
2 Contact Sonja Winkelmann for your discount code.
Banner Ad
- All Exhibitors may provide a banner ad which will appear periodically on the virtual event platform landing page and within
each widget. Banner ad image specifications are as follows: - Image must be a JPG, GIF or PNG file.
- Height‐to‐width ratio must be 1:6.
- Recommended image size is 100 pixels high x 600 pixels wide.
- Maximum file size is 24 MB.
Dedicated Virtual Exhibit Space, Featuring:
- Your Company Logo.
- A Detailed Description of Your Company – Highlight products and/or service offerings.
- Your Company Video – A pre‐recorded video can be embedded directly into your virtual exhibitor space.
- A Call‐to‐Action Button – Link to your own lead generation form, special offer, contest, webpage, etc. AND Summit
attendees can book appointments with you pre/during/post the Summit! - Access to Downloadable Files – Upload unlimited files/resources where Summit attendees can find and download more
information provided by you (brochures, product/service specs, price lists, reports, etc.). Acceptable file formats are
PowerPoint, Word, Excel and PDF. Acceptable image formats are PNG and JPG. Maximum file size is 24 MB. - Your Contact Info – Add your phone number, website, and all social media links.
- An External Link – Add any additional link you want to include that has not already been included above.
Live Interactive Expo Hall & Networking
Exhibitors will also participate in the live interactive Expo Hall & Networking session, taking place on Tuesday, November 23,
2021, from 3:00 to 4:30 pm ET. Like a real in‐person Expo Hall, attendees can visit each virtual “booth” in this live‐streamed
session, hosted by representatives from your company. Attendees can interact with you via the webcam and audio
functions as well as via the chat window, where they can ask questions and converse with you and other attendees. Each
virtual “booth” can host up to 50 people at a time, so you’ll likely find yourself creating many spontaneous conversations,
which could be the start of some great business connections.
We’ve dedicated this entire time slot to this live interactive experience rather than squeezing it into the break time,
because networking is such a key part of the event. The 90 minutes are for YOU, the exhibitor. While networking, attendees
will learn more about the products and services that are key to success with Net Zero Homes.
Post-Summit Analytics
Evaluate your ROI and attendee engagement via various analytic reports. These include, but are not limited to:
- Unique clicks and total clicks.
- Page views.
- Audience viewership.
- Banner ad analytics, including number of impressions, number of clicks and overall conversion rate.
- Document downloads.
- External link clicks.
- Number of messages received, read, and sent.
- Number of times Company was favourited by attendees.