Free Vancouver, BC - Hybrid Live Seminar Attend In-Person or Online


General Admission For ONLINE Attendance
Includes Full Day Seminar
FREE
General Admission For IN-PERSON Attendance In Person
$50 + GST Includes Full Day Seminar, Breakfast, and Lunch
FREE

Parking Information

To access the parking lot for 800 Robson Street (Lot 189), head south on Howe Street to the corner at Nelson Street. Please use the right-hand lane as the Parking Lot entrance will be on your right, just before Nelson. *Note that Howe is a one-way street. Once you have entered the parking lot, follow the directional signs to UBC Robson Square. The maximum height for the Robson Square parking garage is 6.5 feet. Parking is hourly and should be an estimated $20.00 or less. You have the option of reserving parking online by visiting the Indigo website: https://indigoneo.ca/en/car-park/vancouver-lot-189-robson-square


Additional Information

info@ATSseminar.com

Attention AIA Members - You can only take a course once in its lifespan (3 years) - Members may repeat a course, but no additional credit will be awarded.

Vancouver, BC - Hybrid Live Seminar Attend In-Person or Online

Event Info

Date Tuesday,
September 15, 2026
Location The University of British Columbia
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Starting Time 07:45 AM
Program End 04:30 PM
Credits Earned

7  AIA LU HSW
1  GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC)
6  AIBC Core LU
6  AAA Structured LU
7  OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA
1  Sustainable Design
6  AIBD Primary
2  Climate Action (OAA)

*Note to In-Person Attendees: There is no cost to attend the seminar but we require a credit card to reserve your spot. If you cannot attend, please cancel no later than 48 hours before the event. Otherwise, you will be charged $52 to cover the cost of food.

Day Program*

07:45 AM

Registration & Continental Breakfast

08:00 AM

Welcome, Credits, and Certificates

08:05 AM

Waterproofing Roof Decks and Balconies with Walkable PVC Membranes

08:05 AM - 09:05 AM

Provides an overview of walkable, waterproof roof deck membranes and roofing systems, including a discussion of the key principles of deck design, design considerations, and how to install and specify roof deck membrane systems. This program will be extremely beneficial to architects, specifiers, and contractors involved in single and multiple-family homes that include decks, balconies, and rooftop decks.

 

  • AIA HSW # DUR024
  • Provider: Duradek US Inc.
  • Presenter: Jeff Dye
  • Course Number: DUR024
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary,
09:05 AM

Review of Session Code Process

09:10 AM

Polyethylene: Sustainable Plastic for Exterior Acoustics

09:10 AM - 10:10 AM

This course includes a discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of polyethylene, the manufacturing process, sound attenuation properties and its environmental impact.

  • AIA HSW # AcousticFence
  • Provider: Oldcastle APG
  • Presenter: Spencer Kelly
  • Course Number: AcousticFence
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary,
10:10 AM

Break

10:25 AM

Guide to Home Elevators

10:25 AM - 11:25 AM

This presentation is designed to provide an overview of home elevators for architects and builders.

  • AIA HSW # AIASAV102-2025
  • Provider: Savaria Concord Lifts
  • Presenter: Delbert Donnelly
  • Course Number: AIASAV102-2025
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary,
11:25 AM

Acetylated Wood: A Natural and Durable Choice for Siding, Decking, and More

11:25 AM - 12:25 PM

This course discusses the process of wood acetylation, the resulting changes to wood, applications for acetylated wood, its green credentials and several case studies involving acetylated wood.

  • AIA HSW # AccoyaWood27 | GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC) # 0920029700
  • Provider: Accsys Technologies - Titan Wood Inc.
  • Presenter: Daniel Trebelhorn
  • Course Number: AccoyaWood27
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 GBCI (USGBC/CAGBC), 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 Sustainable Design, 1 AIBD Primary, 1 Climate Action (OAA),
12:25 PM

Lunch

01:10 PM

The Benefits of 100% Offsite Fabricated Stainless Steel Railing Systems

01:10 PM - 02:10 PM

Explore the advantages of integrating 100% offsite fabrication into the design of the ornamental railing you specify in your architectural projects.

When compared to local fabrication, Offsite fabrication of custom-designed railing systems not only dramatically improves product quality, it also minimizes project waste, reduces product costs, and streamlines construction processes. Offsite Fabrication = Value Engineering!

In this presentation you will learn how architects, designers, and engineers can reduce overall project costs and improve project outcomes by specifiying architectural products which have been custom-designed to precisely fit each project, and then prefabricated to completion offsite, while helping builders and contractors achieve greater efficiency.

  • AIA HSW # PRSv2
  • Provider: AGS Stainless Inc.
  • Milena Martinez Vega Presenter
    Marketing Lead | Brand Strategist Milena Martinez Vega is a passionate professional with a deep understanding of prefabricated railing systems and the advantages offsite fabricated stainless steel railing systems bring to architectural projects. As former "amazonian", she served at Amazon Web Services (AWS) as a Project Manager in the Public Sector for Latin America, Caribbean and Canada Regions. Originally from Barcelona, Spain, Milena moved to the United States in 2009 in pursuit of her career aspirations. With a Keen eye for aesthetics and a passion for design, she joined AGS Stainless, a renowned manufacturer of custom-designed stainless steel railing systems, in 2014.  Over the years, Milena's curiosity and enthusiasm have driven her to explore various roles within AGS Stainless, and currently serving as a Brand Strategist and Marketing Lead. Her attention to detail and commitment to excellence have earned her recognition within the organization.
  • Course Number: PRSv2
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary,
02:10 PM

Break

02:25 PM

Safety, Security, and Simplifying Access: Integrated Overhead and Access Control Solutions

02:25 PM - 03:25 PM

Modern commercial, industrial, and multifamily projects demand seamless integration between site access points and building systems. This course reviews how innovative proprietary systems can be adopted to create a comprehensive, safe, secure, and easy-to-use control system, from gate operators and barrier arms to interior keypads and overhead doors. Also discussed is how the technology platform connects the necessary hardware and software in a unified, scalable solution that enhances security and access control and simplifies access management across various building areas. Lastly, some real-world examples are presented to highlight these integrated solutions, showcasing the value of specifying compatible system components from a single source versus fragmented system parts.

  • AIA HSW # AEC2143
  • Provider: Chamberlain Group - Liftmaster
  • Presenter: Taylor Coley
  • Course Number: AEC2143
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA,
03:25 PM

Biophilic Design Using Beautiful Sustainable Western Red Cedar

03:25 PM - 04:25 PM

This presentation is intended to increase awareness of Western Red Cedar uses, properties and performance characteristics. An introduction to the terms and objectives of Biophilic design will be covered. Western Red Cedar grades and properties will be reviewed. Through brief reviews of relevant projects, attendees will gain an appreciation of design trends that leverage cedar's versatility in biophilic design, the direct correlation between natural wood and health and well being, and the enhanced appeal it brings to institutional, commercial and residential designs. The Course will Demonstrate how Western Red Cedar’s value as one of the ‘greenest’ building material available, discussion will include facts about sustainable forests and forest certification systems, as will proper installation, finishing and maintenance for a variety of applications.

  • AIA HSW # WRCLA - 7
  • Provider: Western Red Cedar Lumber Assn (WRCLA)
  • Presenter: Jay Poppe
  • Course Number: WRCLA - 7
    Credits: 1 AIA LU HSW, 1 AIBC Core LU, 1 AAA Structured LU, 1 OAA, OAQ, SAA, MAA, AAPEI, NWTAA, 1 AIBD Primary, 1 Climate Action (OAA),
04:25 PM

End


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Parking Information

To access the parking lot for 800 Robson Street (Lot 189), head south on Howe Street to the corner at Nelson Street. Please use the right-hand lane as the Parking Lot entrance will be on your right, just before Nelson. *Note that Howe is a one-way street. Once you have entered the parking lot, follow the directional signs to UBC Robson Square. The maximum height for the Robson Square parking garage is 6.5 feet. Parking is hourly and should be an estimated $20.00 or less. You have the option of reserving parking online by visiting the Indigo website: https://indigoneo.ca/en/car-park/vancouver-lot-189-robson-square


Additional Information

info@ATSseminar.com

Attention AIA Members - You can only take a course once in its lifespan (3 years) - Members may repeat a course, but no additional credit will be awarded.