Pre-Conference Training
Formation préconférence
Morning, English Only
Energy Savings Made Easy: Hands-on with Labs2Zero Tools
Date: Monday, November 16
Location: Banff Centre
Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Cost: $150 + HST for members; $200 + HST for non-members
Includes lunch.
Participants will receive hands-on training on the key tools of I2SL’s Labs2Zero program: the Laboratory Benchmarking Tool (LBT) and the Actionable Insights and Measures (AIM) Report, I2SL’s automated energy audit tool for lab buildings worldwide. The session will include insights into the calculations embedded in the tools, how to use them effectively, how to apply their results, and how to use the new features introduced in this year’s major upgrade.
Each attendee will work through live examples on their own laptop and will leave the session with confidence in using the LBT to benchmark lab buildings and the AIM Report to identify potential projects to improve the buildings’ energy performance.
Participants in the training will be eligible for a 30 percent discount on an AIM Report software subscription.
All participants should make sure to have an LBT account in advance of the training (sign up for free at https://lbt.i2sl.org). Prior to the training session, I2SL will contact attendees to request the email addresses associated with users’ LBT accounts so that they can be granted access to the AIM Report software for use during the session.
20 participants maximum.
A certificate will be issued upon request for participants who complete the course.
**Available to conference registrants only.
Presenter:
Alison Farmer, President and Labs2Zero Program Director, International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories Alison Farmer is President of the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I2SL) and Program Director of its Labs2Zero initiative, leading efforts to improve energy efficiency and reduce operating costs in laboratory buildings worldwide. A former research astrophysicist, Alison has worked in both consulting and lab-owner roles, specializing in HVAC controls, energy analysis, and building performance benchmarking for complex facilities. Since 2018, she has led the design and delivery of I2SL's building performance software, directing teams of contractors and expert volunteers from I2SL's network to develop specialized tools for lab facilities. A frequent speaker on lab efficiency, Alison is committed to advancing professional education in the industry and launched I2SL's first professional accreditation in 2026. She was a founding board member of two I2SL chapters, served as President of the Northern California chapter, and later held the roles of Board Secretary and Vice President of I2SL. Before shifting her focus to the built environment, Alison worked as an academic scientist, earning undergraduate degrees from the University of Cambridge in England and a PhD from Caltech, followed by a postdoctoral fellowship at Harvard University. She is based in Berkeley, California.
Afternoon, English Only
Introduction to Advanced Laboratory Design
Containment: How it impacts design approaches from 10,000 feet to the bench top.
Or all you wanted to know about CL1-2-3-4, fume hoods, cleanrooms, and other containment systems, but were too afraid to ask!
Date: Monday, November 16
Location: Banff Centre
Time: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: $300 + Tax for members; $425 + Tax for non-members
Includes lunch.
Intended for laboratory planners, architects, engineers, and facility operators, the course will help attendees to understand how to design containment facilities and rooms, including various methods of containment within a lab facility. The course will discuss principles such as:
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What is containment and why do we have it?
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Codes and standards used in science facility design in Canada
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Architectural considerations for facility design to suit various containment types
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Mechanical ventilation, pressurization, controls
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Electrical considerations
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Design examples
The course will include an interactive session to discuss specific topics and project experience.
30 participants maximum.
A certificate will be issued upon request for participants who complete the course.
**Available to conference registrants only.
Presenters:
Mary On, Senior Associate, Introba Mary is a senior associate on the Science and Technology Team at Introba. With experience in sustainable mechanical design, Mary focuses on delivering lab facilities that are sustainable, practical and resilient by providing simple solutions to complex problems through her designs.
Kevin Shea, Managing Director, BPA Kevin brings over 17 years of industry experience to his role as Principal and leads Introba’s Science & Technology Sector. With experience and emphasis in delivering high-performance, sustainable solutions that are practical, maintainable, healthy, resilient and resource-responsible, Kevin’s personal dedication to his projects reflects Introba’s core pillars: imagine, perform, accelerate and sustain. Kevin’s passion for the science and technology sector, and energy efficiency, allow for the design of spaces that meet the needs of each client. Whether it’s a requirement for absolute flexibility, meeting GHG targets, squeezing into a short floor to floor, or any other major requirements that clients find themselves needing, Kevin’s knowledge and ability to listen will drive these projects home to a successful conclusion. **** Kevin apporte plus de 17 ans d'expérience dans l'industrie à son rôle de directeur et dirige le secteur des sciences et technologies d'Introba. Grâce à son expérience et à l'importance qu'il accorde à fournir des solutions durables et performantes qui sont pratiques, durables, saines, résistantes et respectueuses des ressources, l'engagement personnel de Kevin dans ses projets reflète les piliers fondamentaux d'Introba : imaginer, performer, accélérer et soutenir. La passion de Kevin pour le secteur des sciences et des technologies et pour l'efficacité énergétique permet de concevoir des espaces qui répondent aux besoins de chaque client. Qu'il s'agisse d'un besoin de flexibilité absolue, d'atteindre les objectifs de réduction des émissions de gaz à effet de serre, de s'adapter à un espace réduit, ou de toute autre exigence majeure dont les clients ont besoin, les connaissances de Kevin et sa capacité d'écoute conduiront ces projets à une conclusion fructueuse.
Kevin Shelast, Principal, Aqua Air Kevin Shelast is a Principal at Aqua Air with 12-years of experience working on energy-efficiency upgrades and airflow controls for critical environments. Kevin continues to work with several Canadian universities and healthcare organizations to help evaluate their airflow control systems, and related building mechanical systems, for optimization through the application of up-to-date energy-saving technologies and control systems.
Peggy Theodore, Principal, Diamond Schmitt Architects Peggy Theodore is passionate about design, and in particular, its ability to affect positive social change and a positive impact on the environments in which we live. She is a LEED Accredited Professional and has particular interest in sustainable design solutions. She has extensive experience in all phases of project programming, planning and design across a range of institutional projects. Peggy is an excellent facilitator who can shepherd complex projects through all phases of a project from conception to completion and recognizes the importance of teamwork in achieving the best solutions to complex design challenges. Her extensive portfolio includes the School of Medicine at Queen’s University; the LEED Gold Certified Life Sciences Centre at the University of British Columbia, the LEED Gold Certified Papadakis Integrated Science Building at Drexel University, the LEED Gold CI Public Health Ontario Central Laboratory, and the LEED Gold target Biological Sciences Complex Renewal at the University of British Columbia. Peggy’s experience includes Canadian museum, gallery, and archive design for the award-winning Ryerson Image Centre and School of Image Arts in Toronto, and Ingenium Centre in Ottawa.
Magali Tremblay, Assistant Director and Associate, Pageau Morel Magali Tremblay is Assistant Director and Associate at Pageau Morel, a consulting engineering firm specialized in the fields of mechanical and electrical engineering, energy efficiency and ecodesign. Specializing in laboratories for over 15 years, she has been contributing to many institutional and research centre projects. Magali has obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering and is also a certified LEED AP. She holds the title of treasurer and VP for the Montreal Chapter of Sustainable Labs Canada (SLCan) as well as being involved in Construction Specification Canada (CSC) as the chapter’s chair. *** Magali Tremblay, directrice adjointe et associée, Pageau Morel Magali Tremblay est directrice adjointe et associée chez Pageau Morel, une firme de génie-conseil spécialisée dans les domaines du génie mécanique et électrique, de l'efficacité énergétique et de l'écoconception. Spécialisée dans les laboratoires depuis plus de 15 ans, elle a contribué à de nombreux projets institutionnels et centres de recherche. Magali a obtenu un baccalauréat en génie électrique et est également certifiée LEED AP. Elle détient le titre de trésorière et vice-présidente de la section montréalaise de Laboratoires Écologiques du Canada (LÉCan-SLCan) et est la présidente de la section montréalaise dans Devis Construction Canada (DCC).
Yvon Lachance, President, YLA Architecture Now heading YLA Architecture, Yvon Lachance boasts nearly 30 years of practice in architecture. He has extensive experience in the realization of large-scale and complex projects. His portfolio of projects includes major institutional and public buildings, university pavilions, research centres (health, chemistry, physics) as well as contemporary and heritage building envelope renovation projects. He is a Fellow and 4th Vice-President of Construction Specification Canada, a member of the International Association for Preservation and its Techniques, a member of the International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I²SL), and he is the Immediate Past President of Sustainable Labs Canada. *** Aujourd'hui à la tête de YLA Architecture, Yvon Lachance compte près de 30 ans de pratique en architecture. Il possède une vaste expérience dans la réalisation de projets complexes et d'envergure. Son portfolio de projets comprend d'importants bâtiments institutionnels et publics, des pavillons universitaires, des centres de recherche (santé, chimie, physique) ainsi que des projets de rénovation d'enveloppes de bâtiments contemporains et patrimoniaux. Il est Fellows et 4e Vice-président de Devis de construction Canada, de l'Association internationale pour la préservation et ses techniques, de l'International Institute for Sustainable Laboratories (I²SL) et président sortant de Laboratoires Écologiques du Canada.
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