Registration is now open for the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) FENBC Region Summit, taking place April 1-2 in Surrey, BC. This annual two-day event will feature a welcome reception, commercial and residential topic coverage and opportunities to engage with industry leaders. Register now for this exclusive in-person event dedicated to exploring the latest trends in the fenestration industry in British Columbia.

“The FGIA FENBC Region brings together manufacturers, glaziers, architects, builders and code officials to address regionally specific issues and provides the insights you need to stay compliant, competitive and informed,” said Florica Vlad, FGIA Events Manager. “At this summit, you can access expert-led discussions about regulatory and code updates, total energy building designs and more.”

The April 1 welcome reception will take place at 4:30-6 p.m. at Charcoal and Woodz restaurant. The following day will begin with a continental breakfast at 7 a.m. Sessions will conclude that afternoon at 4 p.m. The preliminary schedule for the summit is now available, with the final schedule to be published in the coming weeks. Sponsorship opportunities for companies to promote their involvement are also available.

Summit Speakers

Sessions will allow participants to:

• Understand how the U.S. and Canadian tariffs, politics and trade relations may impact the fenestration industry and supply chain with Louis-Philippe Champane (Canadian Construction Association)
• Receive a legislative update on the region from FENBC Region President, Jennifer Sawicky (Glastech Glazing Contractors) and Director of Canadian and Technical Glass Operations, Amy Roberts (FGIA)
• Become educated on the structural and building envelope conflicts in all-glass pool enclosures with presenters Brian Hubbs and Jonathan Tow (RDH Building Science)
• Join industry experts, including Gary Brown (SGB Services), David Vadocz (RDH Building Science), Dave Goldsmith (Ply Gem Canada) and Jagdeep Singh (Centra Windows and Install Pros) as they discuss test results and analysis discrepancy between engineering and the installation of head clips
• Discover total energy building designs and their impacts on specific components with Anton Van Dyk (JRS Engineering)
• Learn what is new in the codes arena with the popular Code Talkers Panel, as presented by Neil Norris (RDH Building Science), Goldsmith and Van Dyk

Registration Fees and Accommodations

The fee for FGIA members is $360. Non-members can register for a fee of $750. Five percent GST is included in the registration. The Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Surrey East Cloverdale is recommended due to the convenient location near the welcome reception venue and the Northview Golf and Country Club. Hotel rates will vary based on availability.

For more information about FGIA and its activities, visit FGIAonline.org.

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