Building Knowledge Canada

Same house. Two heat pump strategies. What can we learn?

Join Building Knowledge Canada on November 12th for a practical look at air-source vs. ground-source heat pumps using two matched home case studies in the newest Critical Canadian Building Science webinar: Same House, Different Heart: An Apples-to-Apples Look at Air-Source vs. Ground-Source Heat Pump Technology.

This isn’t a debate about which technology is "better." It’s a conversation about how real-world decisions get made, from the building envelope to installation costs, homeowner comfort, operating costs, and grid impacts.

Featuring Patrick Marion of Mattamy Homes Canada and Michael R. of Eden Energy Equipment, with Derek Cheung, P.Eng., MBA, of Building Knowledge moderating.

📅 November 12, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM ET
🔗 Register for free: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xQbcsXPtTLqqFk7clzipWw #/registration

👏 Great to see FarSight Homes breaking ground on Timber Trails in Bowmanville this week! We’re proud to be part of the Resiliency Discovery Home Project alongside FarSight, EnerQuality Corporation and the Institute for Catastrophic Loss Reduction.

Check out more pictures from event: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1EyEhz4MDJ/

📷 Durham Region Home Builders Association

How can you prepare for tomorrow’s energy codes without increasing today’s construction costs?

Building Knowledge Canada is proud to partner with Sustainable Waterloo Region, Natural Resources Canada (NRCan), and the GVCA for a practical, hands-on workshop exploring Ontario SB-12, evolving energy codes, and cost-effective strategies for improving home performance.

With Andrew Oding and Patric Langevin leading this session, along with Alexis Minniti, you'll get:
✔ a plain-language read on where Ontario code is going
✔ practical compliance strategies for real Ontario homes
✔ a builder-focused look at cost trade-offs
✔ a chance to pressure-test options with peers
✔ early exposure to LEEP tools
✔ clear takeaways you can use on your next project

The goal? Build better-performing homes, navigate and meet changing energy codes, and make smarter, more cost-effective decisions—without unnecessary complexity or expense.

When: October 20, 2026 | 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Where: evolv1, Waterloo, Ontario
Cost: $25 | Lunch included

Register today: link in bio

⚡ Energy Efficiency Day

Efficient homes aren’t just good for bills; they’re better for comfort, durability, and the planet. From energy modelling and airtightness to smarter design decisions, building science is key to unlocking real efficiency gains in Canadian homes.

Today we celebrate the builders, designers, and industry partners who are pushing performance forward, one efficient home at a time.

Could a robot build your next house?

At Spring Training 2026, Dr. Russell Loveridge and Tyler Bennett explored how robotics and digital fabrication are changing the future of construction. Drawing on leading research from ETH and Canadian innovation already making an impact, their session examined how emerging technologies are reshaping the way buildings are designed, manufactured, and built.

The takeaway: robotics isn't replacing builders; it's creating new opportunities to build smarter, more efficiently, and with greater precision.

👉 Download the "How Robots Might Build Your Next House" presentation and explore other Spring Training presentations on our website: https://bit.ly/49ncD1x

For mid- and high-rise projects, enclosure and air barrier performance is everything.

Air leakage leads to higher energy use, oversized equipment, and unhappy owners, all of which can be costly.

Our Large Building Services (LBS) team helps developers validate performance early so problems don’t multiply later.

Big buildings. Big build savings potential.

Learn more about our Large Building Services and how we can help protect your build budget: https://bit.ly/4rIwxfg

Triple Zero Certification is coming this November! Have you registered yet?

Join Building Knowledge Canada's Andy Oding alongside Justin Wilson for a 2.5-day capstone course that validates your ability to design and build Zero Defect, Zero Energy, Zero Carbon homes. Work in climate-zone teams, build a data-driven plan, and learn what it takes to hit 1 ACH @ 50 Pa and beyond.

📍 Construction Instruction Experience Center, Denver
📅 November 17-19, 2026
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/4izHGwL

Some great Air Tightness results by Duimering Homes up in Drayton! Featured here are three of their 3-unit townhomes. Excellent job & congratulations to Jeff & team!

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Today, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned, and recognize the resilience of Indigenous communities across Canada.

This day reminds us to reflect on the past, acknowledge ongoing impacts, and commit to meaningful action. Listening, learning, and standing in solidarity matter. Not just today, but every day.

Building codes evolve. Building science advances. Is your team keeping pace? Maybe it's time to get back into the classroom.

Building Knowledge Canada’s Building Science Field Pro Training helps builders and trades connect building science principles to real-world jobsite decisions.

Through hands-on training, participants gain practical knowledge in:

✔ Moisture and water management
✔ Air barriers, ventilation, and indoor air quality
✔ HVAC systems, heat pumps, and equipment optimization
✔ Thermal control and vapour management strategies
✔ Field inspections and best-practice installation techniques

Hundreds of industry professionals have already completed the program through small-group training designed to maximize engagement, discussion, and practical application.

Whether you're looking to improve quality, reduce callbacks, or strengthen your team's technical expertise, this program can be tailored to your organization's needs.

Contact [email protected] to learn more.