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- Save the date! We've got a WoodWorks Webinar on Glulam locked in for May 21st with more details to follow!
Webinar: Understanding Glulam: The technical and architectural capabilities of Mass Timber
- Details for this upcoming WoodWorks webinar will be available soon.Check back shortly for information on the topic, speakers, and registration. In the meantime, save the date!
- May 21, 2025
- Woodrise 2025 brings global experts together to advance mass timber construction through networking, innovation, and sustainability in Vancouver.
Woodrise 2025
- Woodrise 2025 is the premier international congress dedicated to the future of mid- and high-rise timber construction. Hosted by FPInnovations in collaboration with FCBA and JUBH, this event brings together global leaders in architecture, engineering, policy, and industry to explore the latest advancements in mass timber and sustainable building practices. With over 2,000 participants from 25+ countries, 30+ international speakers, and a 25,000+ sqft exhibition space featuring 60+ exhibitors, Woodrise 2025 is a key platform for: Networking & B2B Meetings – Connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators. Insightful Discussions – Gain valuable perspectives on sustainability, regulations, and emerging trends. Showcasing Innovation – Discover groundbreaking projects and technologies shaping the future of wood construction. Who Attends? Woodrise attracts professionals from across the building, forestry, and manufacturing industries, including: Architects, Engineers, and Developers Mass Timber Manufacturers and Suppliers Government Officials and Policymakers Researchers, Educators, and Students Set against the stunning backdrop of Vancouver, a global hub for mass timber innovation, Woodrise 2025 will inspire and engage attendees in shaping the future of sustainable construction. Join us for an event where knowledge meets innovation, and connections create opportunity.
- September 22, 2025
- Vancouver Convention Centre, Canada Place, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Andrew Waugh
Bob van der Zande
Cristiano Loss
- Join us April 30 in Calgary for a half-day workshop covering fasteners, shearwalls, and updates in wood construction design.
Calgary – Simpson Strong-Tie Workshop
- WoodWorks Alberta is teaming up with Simpson Strong-Tie for an in-person workshop in Calgary this April—designed to bring Alberta’s design and construction professionals the latest in structural connector systems, fasteners, and engineered solutions. You’ll hear from Timothy Wagner, P.Eng., Simpson Strong-Tie’s Branch Engineer for Western Canada, as he walks through the latest technical updates, including a preview of the soon-to-be-released Strong-Rod Systems catalogue, highlights from the new 2025 Wood Construction Connectors catalogue, and insights into Strong-Wall® Shearwalls and structural fastening systems. Plus, WoodWorks Alberta will present a special session on connection-related updates from the Canadian Wood Council and an introduction to the free technical support and resources available through our program. Breakfast, lunch, and continuing education credits are included—don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and sharpen your skills.
- April 30, 2025
- 5940 Blackfoot Trl SE, Calgary, AB T2H 2B5, Canada
Timothy Wagner, P.Eng.
- Explore the latest in structural connectors and wood connection design at this half-day workshop in Edmonton on April 29.
Edmonton – Simpson Strong-Tie Workshop
- WoodWorks Alberta is teaming up with Simpson Strong-Tie for an in-person workshop in Edmonton this April—designed to bring Alberta’s design and construction professionals the latest in structural connector systems, fasteners, and engineered solutions. You’ll hear from Timothy Wagner, P.Eng., Simpson Strong-Tie’s Branch Engineer for Western Canada, as he walks through the latest technical updates, including a preview of the soon-to-be-released Strong-Rod Systems catalogue, highlights from the new 2025 Wood Construction Connectors catalogue, and insights into Strong-Wall® Shearwalls and structural fastening systems. Plus, WoodWorks Alberta will present a special session on connection-related updates from the Canadian Wood Council and an introduction to the free technical support and resources available through our program. Breakfast, lunch, and continuing education credits are included—don’t miss this opportunity to connect with industry leaders and sharpen your skills.
- April 29, 2025
- 10011 184 Street Northwest, Edmonton, AB T5S 0C7, Canada
Timothy Wagner, P.Eng.
- Design and build to CSA S406-16 with this webinar on Permanent Wood Foundations and key construction details.
Webinar: Design and Construction of Permanent Wood Foundations
- This webinar will provide guidance on the design and construction of permanent wood foundations (PWF) based on the Canadian standard CSA S406-16 – Specification of Permanent Wood Foundations for Housing and Small Buildings. Topics will include site selection, backfilling, PWF floor systems, air and vapour barriers, insulation techniques, crawl spaces, and design considerations for high wind and seismic zones. The presentation will give attendees a comprehensive overview of the structural and building science requirements for designing and constructing PWF systems. Learning Outcomes: History of PWF construction Wood preservatives and material requirements for PWF Overview of pertinent design and construction aspects of PWF Standardization of PWF as per CSA S406 Building science considerations for PWF systems
- May 14, 2025
Adam Robertson, M.A.Sc., P.Eng.
- This session will explore how to evaluate and integrate different levels of prefabrication based on project goals, site conditions, and logistical constraints.
Webinar: Harnessing Prefabrication: How to Navigate the Design and Construction Process
- Join us for an in-depth discussion on the evolving landscape of modular and prefabricated construction. This session will explore how to evaluate and integrate different levels of prefabrication based on project goals, site conditions, and logistical constraints. Key topics include site planning, design coordination, transportation logistics, and navigating regulatory requirements. We’ll also delve into technical considerations—comparing mass timber and drywall fire ratings, evaluating STC performance, and planning for MEP sub-module integration. The session will conclude with strategies for structural design of modular systems and insights on avoiding common post-construction pitfalls. Grounded in lessons learned from a completed multi-family volumetric modular CLT project, this presentation offers practical tools for design professionals, engineers, and developers looking to optimize prefabrication in their projects. Learning Outcomes: Understand key decision-making criteria for selecting appropriate prefabrication strategies. Apply a framework for integrating prefabrication into project planning and delivery. Recognize technical challenges and solutions in modular design, including fire ratings, acoustics, and MEP coordination. Identify best practices for optimizing structural integration and avoiding post-construction issues.
- April 15, 2025
Melissa Kindratsky
Devin Harding
- Learn about managing wood moisture content, fastener tension, and new CSA O86:24 provisions in dynamic construction environments.
Webinar: The Effect of Construction on the Durability of Fasteners in Mass Timber
- The construction environment is a dynamic weather and exposure environment that can range from dry to cold and wet to dry. Wood materials are in a constant state of moisture content change with the environment that affects dimensional change, corrosion activity, fungi and decay, and the tension of embedded screws. The presentation includes some of the new provisions of CSA O86:24 related to mass timber screws and the Simpson Strong-Tie R&D work to understand and mitigate HE as affected by hardness, manufacturing, and use environments. Credits: Participants will earn one professional development hour (PDH). After completing the post-webinar online quiz, you can earn 0.1 continuing education unit (CEU) as well. Attendee Prerequisites: Some experience in this field is helpful. Intended Audience: Structural engineers, specifiers, architects, building officials, residential & commercial contractors, home owners and DIYers. We’ll have a live Q&A at the end. Learning Objectives: Identify the importance of managing the construction environment surrounding fasteners driven through thick steel plates into wood. Describe the effect of wood moisture content on the tension of threaded fasteners embedded in wood. Explain how to prevent HE failures in the construction environment. Summarize the provisions of CSA O86:24 related to mass timber fastening. Incorporate installation provisions for mass timber fasteners driven through thick metal plates into wood.
- April 17, 2025
Robert Leichti, Ph.D.
Salim Brahimi
- Join us April 8th in Delta, BC for a seminar on mid-rise wood design, seismic requirements, and efficient structural layouts.
Seminar: Mid-Rise Wood Design
- With recent Code changes resulting in more stringent seismic requirements, finding efficient and high-performing structural layouts is more important than ever. It is expected that Light-Wood Frame residential mid-rise buildings will be the most affected by these changes. WoodWorks is teaming up with Weyerhaeuser and Simpson Strong-Tie for an engaging educational event to explore strategies to meet these increased requirements. This is a unique opportunity to participate in a discussion with suppliers, educators, and researchers on the direction of the industry. Have your voice heard! Learning Outcomes: Analyze the most recent Code developments and how they affect the lateral design of light wood-frame mid-rise buildings. Review typical lateral layouts and strategies to mitigate increased seismic forces Explore different analysis methods and their effect on lateral force distribution. Discover alternate shearwall designs and how to review the construction of different solutions.
- April 8, 2025
- 1400 Lindsey Place, Delta, BC V3M 6G4, Canada
Alejandro Coronado, P.Eng
Tim Wagner, P.Eng
Steve Magnus, P.Eng
- This session provides a thorough exploration of the key factors affecting floor system performance.
Webinar: Cut the Callbacks: Designing Efficient EWP Floor Systems for Maximum Performance
- This session provides a thorough exploration of the key factors affecting floor system performance. Participants will gain insights into how to identify and address these factors through effective design strategies that can be used to produce engineered wood floor systems with exceptional reliability and long-lasting performance. Learning Objectives: Identify key factors that influence floor system performance. Analyze how these factors impact the performance and durability of floor systems. Apply effective design strategies to overcome floor system performance challenges and improve reliability. Ensure consistent results and long-term floor system performance. Please be advised: This Webinar won’t be recorded and will not be available after the fact.
- April 9, 2025
Cory McCambridge
- Learn how Pathway Non-Profit added affordable housing units atop existing buildings using prefabricated mass timber in this free webinar.
Webinar: Vertical Additions: An innovative pathway to delivering more homes
- Discover the innovative approach to housing supply undertaken by Pathway Non-Profit Community Developments Inc. of Peel. The Arbor Mill expansion sets a remarkable precedent for other non-profit affordable housing providers who want to build more housing and can do it by adding additional units on top of their existing buildings. Globally, it is estimated that approximately 20-25% of existing buildings can support a vertical addition in wood, which is a comparatively light weight building material. This novel approach removes the need to find new land to develop and has the added benefit of immediately integrating new residents into an existing supportive community. This project added 6 barrier-free, affordable apartments on top of a 35-year old, occupied residential building using prefabricated mass timber, delivering more affordable housing through the “gentle densification” of existing infrastructure. In this webinar, the project team will discuss the architectural, structural, and design challenges of the project, including blending prefabricated mass timber construction methods with an older structure built with conventional materials. Key sustainability and construction considerations will also be highlighted. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights from one of the first project teams in North America to pursue this innovative approach to housing delivery. Learning Outcomes: Participants will learn how Pathway, a non-profit community developer in Peel Region, created a plan to expand its housing portfolio while addressing tenant needs and priorities. Participants will gain insights into the design and approval challenges of the project, including navigating site plan approvals, integrating mass timber, and meeting acoustic and fire safety requirements. Participants will understand the structural considerations for vertical expansions, which include performing load assessments and evaluating structural options. Participants will understand the mass timber fabricator’s process and the key considerations for successfully integrating prefabricated mass timber components into a project, including early involvement, securing production spots, and managing construction timelines.
- April 2, 2025
Roman Spektor
Cathy Tafler
Craig Nicoletti
- An opportunity to explore the insights into mass timber manufacturing methods and capabilities, a review of design strategies and real-world challenges.
Workshop: Manufacturing and Mass Timber Design Strategies
- Presented by Ontario WoodWorks, Element5 and WoodSure An opportunity to explore the insights into mass timber manufacturing methods and capabilities, a review of design strategies and real-world challenges. Design specifications for CLT and Glulam along with beam to beam connection will also be reviewed. Anticipate an engaging evening with these two industry leaders. Kevin and Lee look forward to this robust conversation and welcome questions from other mass timber enthusiasts (and newbies). Learning Outcomes: Understand the evolution of the mass timber industry through the insights of Lee Scott and Kevin Rocchi, focusing on manufacturing methods and design capabilities. Examine design strategies and real-world challenges in mass timber construction, with a focus on practical applications and overcoming industry hurdles. Learn about design specifications for Cross-Laminated Timber (CLT) and Glulam, including beam-to-beam connection techniques for effective integration in mass timber projects.
- March 20, 2025
- 58 The Esplanade, Toronto, ON M5E 1C3, Canada
Kevin Rocchi
Lee Scott
- Learn best practices for designing efficient tall walls with engineered wood, from material selection to software tools, in this free webinar.
Webinar: Efficient Tall Wall Framing using Engineered Wood Products
- Join us as we explore the basic design principles and best practices for efficient tall wall design using engineered wood products. Discussion will include material selection, design for climate conditions, and a complete design example using freely available software tools. Learning Outcomes: Understand the design principles and inputs required to size tall wall framing members Recognize some of the pitfalls of inadequate tall wall design Learn about easy-to-use tools and software available to simplify this process Sponsored by Ontario Structural Wood Association
- March 20, 2025
Steve McManus
