Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors (CACEA) upcoming events

Retrofit Refresh: Best Practices for Existing Home Audits (19 Aug 2026)

Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This training program is designed to provide a deep understanding of the existing home audit process - providing practical, “boots on the ground” guidance and lessons learned for each building and administrative component; highlight potential modelling challenges; and offer information that supports the work of existing home EAs – contributing to confidence in the delivery of consistent EA services.

THE INSTRUCTOR:

Liam Butters, Owner, Ecology Consulting

Liam is a Professional Engineer and CEM and spent the last 15-years working in the industrial and construction sectors. He has extensive hands-on experience as an REA, and will share his deep understanding of the ERS, existing home evaluations, and residential HVAC design.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
• Newly licensed EAs
• REAs seeking a refresh of the existing home audit process
• EA candidates who have ideally passed NRCan’s Foundation and EA (House) exams
• Industry stakeholders who want to better understand the existing home audit process.

NOTE: This program assumes participants have a general understanding of building science, building processes and materials, and the Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) EnerGuide Rating System requirements, processes, HOT2000 modelling, and on-site practices, e.g., running a blower door.

TRAINING CONTENT:

DAY 1

• Data Collection • Foundations – Basements, Crawlspaces and Walkouts • Above Grade Walls and Headers • Exposed Floors • Windows and Doors

DAY 2

• Airtightness • Ventilation • Mechanicals – Heating and Cooling • Domestic Hot Water • Renewable Energy Systems • Additions • Reports • Administrative Considerations • Business and Communications

REGISTRATION FEES:

CACEA Members $295 + tax*

CORPORATE CACEA Members $250.75 + tax* (Discount code required; Contact info@cacea.ca if you did not receive a discount code)
Non-Members $450 + tax*

*Active EAs in Manitoba receive a 90% discount on the registration fee, courtesy of Efficiency Manitoba. To register at the special discounted rate, please contact us at info@cacea.ca.

Cancellation Policy: A $10 administrative fee will be issued for cancellations before August 12, 2026. No refunds for cancellations as of August 12, 2026.

CEC = 12 (full program completion required). Partial CEC will not be issued.

Recognized by the HPCN

This course is one of the required trainings for the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) Energy Advisor sector.

NOTE: This course will be delivered in the Eastern time zone.

Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.

After you register with CACEA, please check your confirmation email and complete the Zoom registration requirements in order to receive your unique meeting link. Check your spam folder if you do not see it.

Webinar on Electrification & Mechanical Systems (24 Aug 2026)

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Join Nathan Horton of 1Click for a focused discussion on what electrification really means for mechanical equipment — from key design and planning considerations to the practical challenges teams face when making the shift.

Nathan will also highlight the critical role Energy Advisors (EAs) play in supporting successful electrification projects, offering insights you can apply to your own planning process.

This session will give you practical, real-world perspective from an industry expert and help you get ahead of the electrification curve.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

After you register with CACEA, please check your confirmation email and complete the second step of the registration in Zoom in order to receive your unique webinar link. Check your spam folder if you do not see it.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

AI in Practice: Opportunities and Pitfalls for EAs (26 Aug 2026)

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Artificial intelligence is increasingly shaping day-to-day business, including the work of Energy Advisors. Join CACEA's panel of EAs and an AI academic expert for a discussion on the opportunities and challenges of using this technology in practice.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

Behind the Blower Door: Troubleshooting Real-World Challenges (10 Sep 2026)

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 16:30:00 GMT

EAs use blower door equipment daily, but everyone runs into challenges that call for troubleshooting guidance. CACEA is hosting an interactive session on blower door best practices and troubleshooting, focused on single fan and 2-zone single fan testing. Topics will include maintenance and calibration considerations, hose configurations, and environmental challenges. Come prepared to share your own questions, challenges, and best practices — this session is built around group discussion.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

Electrification: PV and Batteries (17 Sep 2026)

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Details to come soon.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

CACEA EA Council (20 Oct 2026)

Tue, 20 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

The EA Council is where members come together to hear the latest on CACEA's work and connect with fellow Energy Advisors on the issues and opportunities shaping the industry.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

CACEA's Integrated Design Process Facilitation Training - Virtual Session (27 Oct 2026)

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Daily Timing of the Training:

Day 1 - October 27, 1:00pm - 6:00pm ET

Day 2 - October 28, 11:30am - 6:00pm ET

Day 3 - October 29, 11:30am - 6:00pm ET

The Integrated Design Process (IDP) is a highly collaborative approach to achieving sustainable (low energy, low carbon) practices and outcomes for both new construction and existing homes. It ensures delivery of affordable, durable, healthy homes for Canadians.

CACEA is offering an interactive training program designed to provide comprehensive information about the IDP. The program places a strong emphasis on facilitation skills, equipping participants with the tools and techniques needed to lead and effectively guide this crucial process.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
Anyone interested in providing IDP facilitation services such as EAs, designers, architects, renovators, and builders.

PROGRAM FEES*: Includes three training days; post-training student-lead sessions; “IDP Handbook”; certificate of completion and listing on CACEA website (CACEA members only) for successful candidates.

THE INSTRUCTORS:

Amelie Caron MEA, Ecosynergy
Barb Silverthorn, Capture Energy

Amelie and Barb are highly regarded industry trainers and subject matter experts, renowned for their leadership and expertise. They are actively engaged in facilitating (IDPs and empowering their clients to make informed and impactful decisions.

REGISTRATION FEES:

CACEA Member: $2,600 + provincial tax*

CORPORATE CACEA Member: $2,210 + provincial tax*
Non-Member: $2,800 + provincial tax*

Cancellation Policy: A $10 administrative fee will be issued for cancellations before October 19, 2026. No refunds for cancellations as of October 19, 2026.

*Would you like to split your payment? You can pay 70% upon registration and the remaining 30% at a later date. For more information, please email info@cacea.ca.

CECs = 16 / CPDs = 16 (full program completion required). Partial CECs/CPDs will not be issued.

Want to take advantage of CACEA's preferred pricing? JOIN NOW!

High Performance Series: Air Tightness Layer (30 Oct 2026)

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 16:30:00 GMT

Details to come soon.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

EA Exchange (5 Nov 2026)

Fri, 06 Nov 2026 02:00:00 GMT

Join the Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors for the EA Exchange — the premier educational event for Energy Advisors and professionals working in the Part 9 low-rise residential sector.

Taking place November 5-6, 2026, in Richmond, BC, immediately following CHBA BC’s Education Summit at the same location, the EA Exchange brings together EAs, builders, designers, building officials and industry partners for two days of technical learning, collaboration and networking focused on advancing residential building performance.

This year’s program features leading industry experts, practical building science discussions, technical tool updates, and interactive learning opportunities designed to support professionals working in residential new construction and retrofits.

Why Attend?

Expert Building Science Insights
Technical Updates That Matter
Advanced Airtightness Strategies
High‑Value Networking Opportunities
Hands‑On Learning & Friendly Competition
Collaboration Across the Sector

Looking for additional information? Just use the links provided below:

Early Bird Price (Until August 17, 2026)

FULL PACKAGE

CACEA Member: $450.00 + tax per person*

Non-member: $550.00 + tax per person*

CACEA Member Bundle 3+: $405.00 + tax per person**

Non-member Bundle 3+: $495.00 + tax per person**

CACEA Corporate: $382.50 + tax per person*

Corporate Member Bundle 3+: $344.25 + tax per person**

HALF DAY

Anyone: $295.00 + tax per person

SINGLE WELCOME RECEPTION TICKET

$70.00 + tax per person

Note that Regular Pricing = August 17 - October 18, 2026 & Late Pricing = after October 18, 2026

Full registration fee includes welcome reception, breakfast, 2 refreshment breaks, and lunch on November 6.

Half Day registration fee includes breakfast, refreshment breaks and lunch on November 6.

*Members of CHBA BC, participants of CHBA BC’s Education Summit, Building Officials’ Association of BC, and the Building Designers of BC can attend the EA Exchange at CACEA’s member rate. Contact Margo at info@cacea.ca to receive a discount code, including for bundle registrations.

**Registering 3 or more attendees from the same organization? Contact Margo at info@cacea.ca to receive a discount code.

CACEA members can also save on their CHBA BC Education Summit tickets with exclusive discounted rates. To verify your membership before completing your registration payment, please contact education@chbabc.org.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations received on or before October 22, 2026, will receive a full refund less a $25 administration fee. Cancellations received after October 22, 2026, are non-refundable; however, substitutions are accepted.

Still have questions or need assistance? Email us at info@cacea.ca

High Performance Series: Vapour Control (16 Nov 2026)

Mon, 16 Nov 2026 18:00:00 GMT

Details to come soon.

Registration

CACEA Members: Free (CEC = 1.5)

Please note that this online event will take place in the Eastern Time Zone.

Want to take advantage of the free webinar? JOIN CACEA NOW!

CSA F280-12 DHL/DHG Analysis: Whole-House and Room-by-Room Approach Training (25 Nov 2026)

Wed, 25 Nov 2026 16:00:00 GMT

REAs CAN STEP INTO THE HEAT PUMP GAME!

REAs delivering the EnerGuide Rating System (ERS) and other HOT2000 modelers will gain the ability to perform precise room-by-room heat loss and heat gain calculations for use in both the retrofit and new construction contexts. Using verified software, EAs and other HOT2000 modelers can provide key inputs to the sizing of heating and cooling equipment primarily based on data collected during home energy evaluations, with minimal additional information to be collected.

Upon completing this course, EAs and other HOT2000 modellers will be able to offer this service to homeowners and contractors, providing essential calculations that HVAC professionals can use to size heat pumps accurately. Please note: This course does not cover air distribution design and does not enable EAs and other HOT2000 modellers to select specific heat pumps or make direct sizing recommendations.

Instructor and CACEA member Liam Butters, Owner of Ecology Consulting, will guide the group through the whole-house and room-by-room F280 processes. At the end of the course, participants will:

Understand why heat loss and gain calculations are needed for existing and new homes.
Understand important definitions and concepts used in heat loss and gain calculations.
Understand the whole‐house and room-by-room heat loss and gain calculation principles and content.
Recognize the similarities and differences between the data used for HOT2000 energy simulation and CSA F280 whole‐house and room-by-room heat loss and gain calculations.
Familiarize with verified software that can use HOT2000 inputs through a case study.

REGISTRATION

CRITERIA FOR REAs:

A “Full” category CACEA member OR a non-CACEA member REA who completed D&E files and modelled 15 homes onsite tested under an NRCan program (ERS, EnergyStar, R2000 or NetZero - D&E; P&N) which is SO validated OR put forward by CACEA Full Member in good standing.
NON-MEMBER REQUIREMENTS: $1 million Errors and Omissions Insurance and a signed SO confirmation letter (annually). (USE THIS LETTER ) Must upload the proof of coverage and letter to the registration form.

CRITERIA FOR OTHER HOT2000 MODELLERS:

1 full year of HOT2000 modelling.
$1 million Errors and Omissions Insurance. Must upload the proof of coverage to the registration form.

ADDITIONAL COURSE INFORMATION:

Participants will work through a case study and complete an independent exercise using the Volta SNAP tool.
Use a full-size monitor, preferably two. Working primarily from an iPad or laptop monitor is not ideal).
Ensure good connectivity and use a headset or quality external mic to reduce feedback or echoes.
Printing of certain course materials in advance is recommended – details will be provided closer to the event.

REGISTRATION FEES

CACEA Members: $25.00 + tax
Non-members: $25.00 + tax

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations will be accepted up to November 18, 2026. A $10 administration fee will be applied. Refunds will not be issued for cancellations after November 18, 2026.

CECs = Up to 12 (full program completion required). Partial CECs will not be issued.

NOTE: This course will be delivered in the Eastern time zone.

Successful participants will receive a Certificate of Completion, and CACEA members will be listed on CACEA’s website.