PBC's 2024 AGM + Presentation
We welcome all PBC members * to join us for our Annual General Meeting, Thursday, April 24th at 4pm PT/5pm MT/6pm CT/7pm ET/8pm AT/8:30PM NST).
If you would like to appoint a proxy for the meeting please use this form. Multiple people from a company business member may attend the meeting but only person may vote.
*While all members are welcome only members who are in good standing for at least 31 days prior to the AGM may vote.
PBC elections - seeking board members
Passive buildings Canada is a national non profit supporting the passive house community to build a more sustainable Canada and planet. Our board is made up of three to nine representatives. The board must have at least three people and not more than 9. In 2024 we had 5 board members.
We have three board members with one more year on their term, and therefore have 6 slots for the board. There are two board members who will be running for re-election.
People who would like to run for the PBC board should complete this form by April 10th. Nominations from the floor will not be taken at the AGM.
Presentation:
Patrick Andres: Building Better Codes
As always at our AGM we host an informative talk and we are very pleased to welcome Patrick Andres who will speak of the critical need to rapidly adapt building codes to our climate reality.
Patrick Andres is a seasoned professional with extensive expertise in building science, energy efficiency, and mechanical systems. He holds a Master of Applied Science in Building Science from Toronto Metropolitan University and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from the University of Guelph.
Currently serving as the Technical Lead for Resource Conservation and Mechanical Systems at the City of Guelph, his responsibilities include enforcing Building Code energy efficiency requirements for large buildings and supporting plans examiners and inspectors with technical matters related to building science and HVAC systems. He is also a member of the National Research Council’s Standing Committee on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, contributing to the development of a Net Zero Energy Ready Building Code by 2030.
Patrick's previous roles include Building Science Engineer & Project Coordinator at Evolve Builders Group Inc., and Building Performance Consultant at Blue Green Consulting Group Inc. He is a licensed Professional Engineer (P.Eng.), Certified Building Code Official (CBCO), and a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC®).
Patrick likes to spend his free time outdoors and is obsessed with hiking, canoeing, camping, and gardening.