Tuesday, March 20 • 9:00am–10:00am • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 103

T03 – My Building Says What? Aligning Culture and Brand with Space through Effective Space Planning

[Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Professional & Personal Skills Development; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Health & Wellness; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning ]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

Whether intentional or accidental, space tells a story.

In planning renovations or new buildings, spaces speak volumes about the culture, values and brand of the company who use it. During this seminar, the speaker will hone in on three areas: how to determine the message sent by buildings, how to determine the culture and values of the people within an organization, and how to align the building with culture to strengthen the organization's brand.

This session applies to anyone who designs, manages or owns space, whether public or private.

Speaker:
Joylyn Teskey, Owner, Noun Consulting

Tuesday, March 20 • 9:30am–11:00am • Early Bird $45/Regular $55 • ROOM 108

T05 – Passive House: A Primer on High Performance 

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Health & Wellness]

[ BOMI 1.5 CPD • 1.5 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1.5 HSW-Sustainability Hours IDCEC Approved ]

Passive House designs are ultra-efficient, affordable and healthy buildings that can transform our built environment. Building professionals, developers, manufacturers, and public officials alike are all turning to the Passive House standard to deliver high performance buildings and differentiate themselves in a competitive marketplace. This shift is starting to alter the Canadian construction industry. This seminar will explore the fundamental principles and practices behind Passive House, the world's leading high performance building standard, and reveal how it's spreading across Alberta. The speaker will also shine light on the benefits of offsite construction and the integration of Passive House design.

Speaker:
Rob Bernhardt, CEO, Passive House Canada 

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Tuesday, March 20 • 10:00am–12:00pm • Early Bird $55/Regular $65 • PerformEX Stage

T06 – Building Renewable Energy Beyond Photovoltaics: Targets, Metrics and Trends 

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices;
Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 2.0 CPD • 2 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 2 HSW-Sustainability Hours IDCEC Approved ]

The time is right to consider integrating alternate and renewable energy into buildings of today and all future buildings constructed. With the federal renewable energy targets, compliance to NECB, and every individual’s responsibility to preserve our planet and its resources, the opportunity to begin transforming the way we use energy has never been greater.

This session will offer an introduction to various alternate and renewable energy systems, including:

• Photovoltaic installations
• Solar concentrated hot water plants
• Solar hot water installation
• Biomass and landfill
• Natural gas in CCHP installations
• Fuel cell installations
• Run-off the river hydro
• Wind generation

An overview of capital and operational expenditure will be provided, as well as trends and selection metrics to assist professionals in making informed decisions. Following this presentation, participants will understand:

• Renewable targets for 2020, 2030 and 2050 in Alberta.
• Achievable renewable energy options for the built environment.
• Metrics for selecting the most suitable option.
  

Speakers:
Sunny Ghataurah, P.Eng., P.E., CLD, CTS, LEED AP BD+C, President, AES Engineering
Mo Khan, P.Eng., BSc Eng (S.A.), Senior Associate, AES Engineering
Trina Larsen, P.Eng., M.Sc., LEED AP BD+C, Senior Managing Associate, AES Engineering

Tuesday, March 20 • 10:30am–11:30am • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 102

T07 – The Experience Index: How Are Experience & Innovation Linked, and Why It Matters

[Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Legal, Regulatory & Risk Management; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Health & Wellness; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

In our world of ultra-convenient technology, how do we bring people together to drive innovation? With compelling and meaningful experiences in well-designed spaces.

The Gensler Experience Index seeks to uncover the universal drivers of great experiences by providing quantifiable connections between innovation, design and positive business outcomes.

This presentation will begin by outlining why understanding experience is important and the methodology used to explore this topic.  Next the speaker will discuss key findings of the research, particularly the modes of experience and how that influences how we perceive space. The speaker will provide an overview on how this knowledge influences design and how we as designers can create meaningful experiences.

Speaker:
Kevin Katigbak, Senior Workplace Strategist, Gensler

Tuesday, March 20 • 10:30am–11:30am • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 103

T08 – Contentious Construction Contract Clauses: Traps and Pitfalls to be Aware Of

[Legal, Regulatory & Risk Management; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

This session will present commonly encountered provisions in construction contracts that give rise to legal disputes. The speakers will expand on: (i) delays and default, (ii) design risk for non-design build contracts, (iii) pay-when-paid clauses, (iv) indemnity and limitation clauses, and (v) site condition clauses. Legal risks and the disputes arising from those risks will be discussed, providing a short, clear, concise overview of how Canadian courts and arbitrators have interpreted some of these provisions.

Speakers:
Peter Gibson, Partner, Field Law
Ryan Krushelnitsky, Partner, Field Law

Tuesday, March 20 • 11:00am–12:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 107A

T09 – Future Proofing Construction Companies: A Case Study on How a Four-Letter Word Turned into Double Digit Profit

[New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Professional & Personal Skills Development; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

Recent market pressures have forced construction in Alberta to begin an evolution of sorts with technology and alternative delivery models playing a lead role. We know that things need to change for our industry to thrive... but what happens beyond the buzzwords of BIM and IPD?

This session will tell the story of how a 20-year old Edmonton Contractor quickly transformed from a traditional, "old school" subcontractor to a Lean leader in their industry. The presenters will share steps of the evolution, from a philosophical shift inside leadership to infusing Lean throughout the corporate culture.

Going beyond textbook and theory, this session will offer attendees more than the standard slide deck and flip charts. Real examples of success and failure will provide a framework for the presentation with emphasis placed on the key elements employed and the tools deployed.

Attendees will leave this presentation with valuable takeaway tools in addition to a story of a company that radically changed the way it worked - nearly doubling its project volume per employee and now reaping the rewards of an enduring competitive advantage. A new paradigm of "what is possible" will inspire you to make change within your own sphere of influence.

Speakers:
Dennis Cuku, President, Revision One Performance Partners
Adam Richardson, President, Tempest Fire Protection

SPONSORED BY

Tuesday, March 20 • 11:00am–12:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 109

T10 – Developer’s Roundtable

[Professional & Personal Skills Development; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ 1.0 BOMI CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hour ]

This presentation will provide an overview of proposed and existing development projects in the City and surrounding areas, touching on different property sectors such as industrial, office, multi-residential and retail. Esteemed panelists will discuss market trends, highlighting the challenges and opportunities that exist for the local marketplace. Panelists will provide a future forward look, sharing insights on changing market demands and what to expect over the coming year.

Moderator: 
Anand Pye, Executive Director, NAIOP Edmonton

Panelists:
Kris Augustson, ‎Vice President of Leasing and Land Sales, Remington Development Corporation
David Hennessey, Senior Leasing Manager, First Capital Realty
Hilary Lumme, Vice President, Katz Group Real Estate
Ryan Smith, Principal, Inhouse by Beaverbrook

PRESENTED BY

Tuesday, March 20 • 11:30am–1:00pm • Early Bird $45/Regular $55 • ROOM 108

T11 – Passive House MURBs: Cold Climate Applications

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment]

[ BOMI 1.5 CPD • 1.5 AAA Structured Learning Hours ]

The international Passive House building standard offers designers the path to the highest level of energy efficiency possible. Applying this standard in cold Canadian climates, like Edmonton, and to multi-family building projects comes with a unique set of challenges. Certified Passive House Consultant, Stuart Fix, P.Eng., of ReNu Engineering will offer a window into this world, using BC Housing's 50 Unit Passive House apartment complex in Fort St. John, BC, as a case study.

Speaker:
Stuart Fix, Principal, ReNü Engineering

PRESENTED BY

Tuesday, March 20 • 12:00pm–1:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 103

T12 – Cyber Security, Business Continuity Planning, and Risk Management

[Legal, Regulatory & Risk Management; New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Professional & Personal Skills Development; Facility Management & Building Maintenance;
Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

In today's world of constant Cyber Security threats, it’s more important than ever to have a business continuity strategy in place. It is equally important to educate your employees on how to look for potential cyber security threats. In this seminar, the speaker will address these and other important questions: What can you train your employee to look for? What measures can you take to mitigate potential risks? What questions should you be asking yourself as you put a business continuity plan in place? With the continued transition to more and more technological platforms and tools, cybersecurity is of eminent importance both as an individual and a corporation.

Speaker:
Madan Murthy, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, AbleIT

SPONSORED BY

Tuesday, March 20 • 12:30pm–1:30pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 107A

T13 – An Introduction to Fitwell

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Health & Wellness; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

In 2016, the Fitwel standard emerged as a cost-effective, market-ready tool, which takes evidence-based medical research and transforms it into actionable steps designers can use to positively impact health across the built environment. This session will introduce this standard and how it can be employed across various project types, specifically addressing how Fitwel impacts seven key health impact categories: healthy eating, safety, active design, equity, feelings of wellness, community, and productivity.

In part one of this presentation, the speaker will look at the drivers behind why tools like Fitwel exist. The presenter will provide an overview of the Center for Active Design (CfAD), the purveyors of Fitwel, and their decade of research and development into employing "active" design. This session will include a deep dive into who is using Fitwel, certification costs, and how it is administered on a project.

The second part of the presentation explores the standard, section by section. Audience members will gain insight into the scope of a Fitwel project and potential strategies, in addition to overlap areas with similar systems such as WELL and LEEDv4. To conclude, the presenter will talk about his personal experience aiding the certification of 3 projects (Stantec Boston, Toronto, and Denver) and the outcomes associated with this effort.

Speaker:
Blake Jackson, Sustainability Design Leader, Stantec

Tuesday, March 20 • 12:30pm–1:30pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 102

T14 – Materials Matter in LEED v4

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Legal, Regulatory & Risk Management; New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Professional & Personal Skills Development; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

Materials and Resources is the most heavily revised category in LEED v4. Design and construction professionals must relearn the requirements for credit compliance to implement the new strategies effectively.

This session will delve into the details, challenges, and key considerations of the new LEED v4 Building Product Disclosure and Optimization (BPDO) and Low-emitting Material requirements. The presenter will highlight lessons learned from real project work in relation to LEED v4.

Participants will receive practical information to support the implementation of LEED v4 by:

• Understanding the requirements of the Materials & Resources BPDO credits
• Identifying the additional requirements for Low-emitting Materials credit compliance
• Learning how to meet the credits by using disclosure and transparency tools
  

Speaker:
Marsha Gentile, Director, Sustainability, Ledcor Construction Limited

Tuesday, March 20 • 1:30pm–3:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 108

T15 – Passive House HVAC: The Parts & Pieces of a Whole Lot of Energy Savings

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Health & Wellness]

[ BOMI 1.5 CPD • 1.5 AAA Structured Learning Hours ]

Passive House has changed the way we look at buildings, not just from an energy perspective, but from a holistic approach to health, comfort and resiliency. This session will explore the details of what a Passive House HVAC system looks like, and how it impacts these elements in achieving your goals for both new buildings, and retrofitted old ones.

Speaker:
Barry Stephens, Regional Sales Manager, Ventacity

PRESENTED BY

Tuesday, March 20 • 1:30pm–2:30pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 103

T16 – Public Relations: The Missing Piece in Your Marketing Strategy

[Professional & Personal Skills Development; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 General Hour IDCEC Approved ]

Vancouver and East-Coast based firms get a lot of media attention – some say, more than they deserve. It has been noted that Alberta Architecture & Design firms have focused marketing efforts on RFP production and advertising, perhaps in the hopes that the projects themselves will attract the public and strengthen the firm's reputation. Unsurprisingly, Albertan projects rarely make it to the front pages of high-profile publications. This situation is especially true for smaller firms.

This presentation will introduce the audience to three Public Relations tactics: media relations, speaking engagements, and social media. As these three key PR tactics entail so much more than spamming journalists with emails, lecturing the peers that already know your practice, and having an intern sharing funny cat pictures and retweeting aimlessly, learning how to best approach these tasks is a fundamental step to showcasing a firm's work. This presentation will provide you with basics you need to know to get your projects in front of the right people.

Speaker:
Ximena Gonzalez, Founder, Converge Communications

Tuesday, March 20 • 2:00pm–3:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • ROOM 102

T18 – Energy-Savvy Organizations – Energy Efficiency Alberta’s Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional Energy Savings Program

[Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; New Products, Technologies, Innovations & Materials; Professional & Personal Skills Development; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management; Business & Strategic Planning]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 Health, Safety, Welfare Hour IDCEC Approved ]

Organizations throughout the province are working with Energy Efficiency Alberta’s Business, Non-Profit, and Institutional Energy Savings Program (BNI) to make upgrades to high-efficiency lighting, HVAC, and water heating. These savvy organizations are decreasing their overall energy use and saving money.

Concluding it’s first year this March, the program has been met with overwhelming interest and results, saving businesses energy and money. This presentation will share the results and lessons learned to date. The speaker will expand upon what changes can be expected for the coming year.

The session will provide case study examples from some tech-savvy Alberta businesses, non-profits and institutions – the challenges they faced, the actions taken to find a better solution, and the benefits attained.

Speaker:
D.M. Stoneman, Business, Non-profit and Institutional Energy Savings Program, ICF

Tuesday, March 20 • 2:00pm–3:00pm • Early Bird $35/Regular $45 • PerformEX Stage

T19 – Accessibility and Barrier Free Design

[Building Code & Envelope Solutions; Building Performance, Energy Efficiency & Environment; Project Planning, Management & Best Practices; Health & Wellness; Facility Management & Building Maintenance; Property Management]

[ BOMI 1.0 CPD • 1 AAA Structured Learning Hours • 1 HSW-Building Code Hour IDCEC Approved ]

The seminar introduces where Canada and its Provinces stand with regards to implementing accessibility requirements. This seminar is a great foundation for learning and understanding the prescribed accessibility (barrier-free) design requirements as they relate to the 2014 Alberta Building Code (ABC), at the same time bringing attention to more restrictive accessibility design requirements that may be governed by the City. The goal of this course is to address the intent behind accessibility requirements and why they are important and the design of a universal built environment. Attendees will have a better understanding of when, and to what extent, barrier-free design may be applicable to their new or existing projects. This session will be of value to architects, interior designers, space planners, engineers and select manufacturers. Content is designed for industry professionals with beginner to intermediate knowledge of the Alberta Building Code.

Speaker:
Samantha Proulx, Accessibility and Building Code Consultant, Jensen Hughes Consulting Canada Ltd.