Canada’s Code Development System

An overview of Canada’s code development system and the roles and interaction with its stakeholders. Participants will gain a better understanding of how national construction codes are developed and how participants can become involved in the process.

Frank Lohmann has a background in building science engineering from the University of Applied Sciences in Stuttgart, Germany (HfT).He started his career with the National Research Council (NRC) in 1997 in testing wall and window assemblies for thermal resistance, air leakage and durability. In 2000, he moved from the research lab to codes development at NRC and became a Technical Advisor to the Standing Committee on Housing and Small Buildings, which is responsible for changes to Part 9 of the National Building Code of Canada (NBC). Frank is currently the Manager, Codes Development System, and is responsible for overseeing the codes development process and the governance framework. As the Deputy Chair of the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes he engages stakeholders and manages systemic, strategic and policy-related tasks related to codes development.

The Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes’ (CCBFC) Long-Term Strategy for Developing and Implementing More Ambitious Energy Codes

An introduction to the recently-approved long-term strategy for more ambitious energy codes and some of its implications. This strategy allows flexibility for the provinces and territories as they commit to higher performance buildings while setting a path for the entire country to achieve the goals set out in the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change.

Sarah Gibb has a Bachelor of Science degree from Queen’s University and started her career as a science teacher. She is also a proud Carleton graduate and a member of the first cohort of the Master’s in Sustainable Energy Policy program. During her studies, she developed a strong interest in how the built environment can play an important role in addressing our energy and climate challenges. Since completing her Master’s degree, Sarah has worked as a Technical Analyst and Research and Information Transfer Consultant with the Policy and Research Group at the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, where she was responsible for disseminating research on high performance housing initiatives. She has also worked at Natural Resources Canada, Housing Division, where she contributed to the development of the next generation EnerGuide Rating System. Sarah currently works as a Technical Advisor at the National Research Council and is responsible for assisting the Canadian Commission on Building and Fire Codes with policy-related tasks.

Jointly presented by the Carleton Sustainable Energy Research Centre and Carleton School of Public Policy and Administration.

Free admission, everyone welcome.

5:45-6:00 p.m. Meet the Speakers
6:00-6:45 p.m. Presentations
6:45-7:30 p.m. Q&A and Discussion