Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region Technical Summit, taking place October 18 at Northview Golf and Country Club in Surrey, BC. The regionally-specific sessions at this event include several topics of interest to those in the province. This one-day summit will provide the latest news and updates in a networking-friendly atmosphere. Register now to reserve a spot at this technical summit.“The FGIA FENBC Region is excited to meet in-person once again,” said Amy Roberts, FGIA Director of...

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference participants heard from Greg Bloom of the Home Performance Stakeholder Council (HPSC) in Vancouver, British Columbia (BC). Sponsored by the FGIA Residential Products Council, this session provided an overview of the CleanBC program, which allows companies to leverage window replacement rebates in BC within the sales process. Participants learned about rebates available for window and door replacement in BC, how installers can participate in the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN) program and why residential window manufacturers...

Glazing contractors in British Columbia are invited to participate in a strategy and networking event on June 16, sponsored by the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region. This in-person event is focused on the needs of glazing contractors and will specifically identify solutions related to contract challenges and hiring needs.“This event is entirely dedicated to your needs as a glazing contractor. Our goal is to establish a strategy for capitalizing on the many skills and services available through the FGIA FENBC Region to...

Several topics and sessions will be specific to Canada at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) 2023 Summer Conference taking place June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC, including a full day of access for members of the FGIA FENBC Region. Canadian-specific topics include the National Building Code of Canada’s goal related to the Path to Net-Zero Houses by 2030 and its impact on fenestration as well as ways to leverage window replacement rebates in BC with qualified installers.“FGIA is pleased to be in British Columbia...

Several opportunities for networking will take place during the 2023 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference, happening June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC. Participants can now register for three different optional events, including a tour of an Intertek testing facility, a whale watching outing and an FGIA-hosted game night. These in-person events are available on a first-come, first-served basis so register now in order to avoid missing out. Separate registration is required for the lab tour and whale watching.“We are offering a range of...

Registration is now open for the 2023 Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Summer Conference, to be held June 12-15 in Vancouver, BC. The preliminary schedule has been released and showcases a range of sessions covering the latest in bird-friendly glass, safety culture in the workplace, a hands-on demonstration on glass washing and cutting and more. Additionally, members of the FGIA FENBC Region are invited to exclusive in-person one-day access on June 14 to hear from industry experts providing valuable content throughout the day. Registration...

Speakers at the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region 2023 Industry Summit, held virtually April 12, covered topics specific to British Columbia including how to manage price escalation in the commercial contracting sector, an overview of available rebate programs for residential window replacement, and insight into the work being done by WorkSafeBC. The popular Code Talkers Panel Discussion and an introduction to devices for window fall prevention also generated engaging questions and commentary from participants.“Because FGIA is committed to addressing issues within BC...