This three-day (24-hour) training equips renovators and contractors with the knowledge and tools needed to guide homeowners in making effective retrofit decisions. Participants will learn how to evaluate a home to identify the most impactful retrofit opportunities, design retrofit solutions that maximize energy savings, comfort, and durability, and ensure that the execution phase is both practical and effective. Given the increasing challenges of housing affordability, this course emphasizes strategies that help renovators and homeowners achieve the greatest long-term value from their retrofit investments.
By the end of this course, participants will:
This training provides participants with foundational knowledge and shop-based practice to identify code-compliant materials, calculate effective thermal resistance values, and safely install insulation and barrier systems. These skills enable them to reduce heat loss, air leakage, and moisture intrusion in both new builds and retrofit projects. By assessing existing assemblies and implementing targeted upgrades, they help lower energy consumption and contribute to low-carbon building practices.
C2R2 is a pan-Canadian coalition of colleges, cégeps, and polytechnics dedicated to bridging the skills gap for a resilient recovery. Our members have the expertise and agility to deliver impactful training programs and applied research that support energy security and sustainability. Mohawk College in Hamilton, Ontario, serves as the Coordinating Secretariat for C2R2, leading national projects and advocacy.