Passive House Canada Invites Building Professionals to Help Shape the Future of High-Performance Building Education

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Passive House Canada Invites Building Professionals to Help Shape the Future of High-Performance Building EducationAuthor of the article:National training survey, professional certification pathways and industry partnerships support a growing community committed to better buildingsTHIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountVANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Passive House Canada is inviting building professionals across the country to help shape the future of high-performance building education through its 2027 Training Needs Survey, now open until October 23, 2026.As Canada’s building industry navigates growing expectations around affordability, energy efficiency, occupant comfort and climate resilience, the need for practical skills and professional development continues to grow.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Passive House Canada is responding through its national education programs, professional certification pathways and partnerships with organizations such as the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC).Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againHelping Shape Tomorrow’s TrainingPassive House Canada’s 2027 Training Needs Survey invites architects, engineers, designers, builders, tradespeople and other industry professionals to identify the skills, knowledge and training opportunities they believe will be most valuable in the years ahead.The survey explores barriers to professional development, preferred learning formats and emerging training priorities. Participation is encouraged from everyone working in the building sector, whether or not they have previously taken Passive House training.The survey takes approximately 15 minutes to complete. Participants may also enter a draw for one of three $150 prepaid Visa cards.The deadline to participate is Friday, October 23, 2026.Building Skills Through Professional EducationThis advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.Passive House Canada’s Pathway to Passive House Designer/Consultant Certification provides architects, engineers and building designers with the technical knowledge and practical skills needed to design and deliver high-performance buildings.The pathway combines building science, energy modelling and practical design applications, helping professionals translate ambitious performance goals into real-world results.Through its partnership with the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC), Passive House Canada also extends its member pricing for its 120P training series to RAIC members, making specialized professional education more accessible to Canada’s architectural community.Beyond the Designer pathway, Passive House Canada offers introductory, specialized and self-paced learning opportunities for professionals at different stages of their careers.Building a Broader Movement for Better Buildings“Building better buildings isn’t just about adopting a standard. It’s about bringing people together who believe we can do better — designers, builders, manufacturers, policymakers and building owners alike,” said Michael Quast, CEO of Passive House Canada.This advertisement has not loaded yet.This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.“Passive House provides a proven pathway to better performance, but realizing its potential requires a much broader community of people with the knowledge, skills and ambition to move our industry forward. That’s the movement we’re working to build.”Through education, industry collaboration and professional engagement, Passive House Canada is helping grow that community while advancing buildings that are healthier, more comfortable, more durable, energy-efficient and resilient.About Passive House CanadaPassive House Canada is a national not-for-profit organization advancing better building performance through education, advocacy and industry collaboration. As a leading voice for the Passive House standard in Canada, the organization brings together professionals and organizations committed to creating healthier, more comfortable, energy-efficient and resilient buildings.Media Contact: Jessica Weber Passive House Canada jessica@passivehousecanada.com www.passivehousecanada.comThis advertisement has not loaded yet.Notice for the Postmedia NetworkThis website uses cookies to personalize your content (including ads), and allows us to analyze our traffic. Read more about cookies here. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.