CSC Conference 2008 Overview

As the capital of Nova Scotia and the largest city in the Atlantic provinces, Halifax is the major centre of the Maritimes. With its steep streets, stunning harbour, and the famous Citadel overlooking the city, Halifax is world-renowned for its beauty and character. Visitors are treated to a city with close connection to the sea, and Halifax thrives on its maritime history having one of the world’s largest natural harbours. Halifax is also a gateway to the many other treasures that Nova Scotia has to offer. We welcome you to Halifax, and to the Construction Specifications Canada Conference May 28 – 31, 2008!

Kick off the conference with the “Welcome Reception” on Wednesday May 28, where you can mingle with industry professionals and catch up with old friends, as well as make new ones in a relaxed social environment. .

Come spend some time with those of us, who like yourself are committed to the improvement and delivery of quality products and services and learn about the latest innovations in the construction community from our Corporate Sponsors, during the Connections Café event Thursday May 29, 2008. The Connections Café is designed to provide optimum networking opportunities for all our sponsors. During this event, our delegates learn about the latest construction products, trends, services, and advancements in technology, as well as a being exposed to a diverse line of products and services available on the market today. This one-day show is sure to generate a large turn out of our National, and local members; which include architects, engineers, specification writers, contractors, and others within the construction industry in a relaxed and casual environment.

Our Technical Committee has been hard at work gathering a diverse group of technical sessions to accommodate all interests. We know you will meet and learn from leading experts in the construction field, develop and enhance your own daily practices by being informed on the latest developments in the industry by the diverse group of delegates, speakers, and guests attending this conference. The programs are top notch, and include such topics as:

            • Legal Update on Contract Law – Division 01, Legal Update on Contract Law – Bidding Documents
            • Round Table Discussion – Construction Insurance
            • Round Table Discussion – Project Delivery
            • CCDC Update
            • CSC Documentation – a Primer
            • New Developments in Concrete Technology
            • How to Design Product Data Sheets/Web Sites
            • Dealing with Labour Shortage
            • Interpersonal Skills
            • New Developments in Glass Technology
            • Emergency Preparedness
            • Dealing with Disaster - the Aftermath of the Tsanami
            • Water Treatment - Planning for Disaster
            • Retrofitting Masonry to Resist Explosion
            • How to Avoid Masonry Failures
            • Weather – Planning for Disaster
            • Sustainable Design in Practice
            • Greening of Divisions 00 & 01 – new CSC Tek-Aids
            • How to Avoid Roof Structure Failures
            • How to Avoid Roof Disasters - Lessons from Hurricane Juan
            • Designing in the Arctic in the Face of Global Warming
            • Writing Specifications for Off-Shore Projects

(topics subject to change without notice)

On Friday May 29, 2008, we invite all delegates, and their companions to attend Fun Night. Fun Night is sponsored by CGC, and is guaranteed to revitalize you after a day of technical sessions. The conference will conclude with the Sweets Reception and Presidents Ball on Saturday May 30, 2008. This formal event is filled with pomp and ceremony, and includes the induction ceremony for new Fellows, and the introduction of our new CSC President. Following the formalities, we encourage you to dance up a storm with our featured entertainment until late in the night.

So, what are you waiting for? Register today, either on-line or by completing the Registration Form, and SEE YOU AT THE CONFERENCE!

For a printable PDF document of this page, please click HERE.





	CSC Conference 2008 As the capital of Nova Scotia and the largest city in the Atlantic provinces, Halifax is the major centre of the Maritimes. With its steep streets, stunning harbour, and the famous Citadel overlooking the city, Halifax is world-renowned for its beauty and character. Visitors are treated to a city with close connection to the sea, and Halifax thrives on its maritime history having one of the world’s largest natural harbours. Halifax is also a gateway to the many other treasures that Nova Scotia has to offer. We welcome you to Halifax, and to the Construction Specifications Canada Conference May 28 – 31, 2008! Kick off the conference with the “Welcome Reception” on Wednesday May 28, where you can mingle with industry professionals and catch up with old friends, as well as make new ones in a relaxed social environment. . Come spend some time with those of us, who like yourself are committed to the improvement and delivery of quality products and services and learn about the latest innovations in the construction community from our Corporate Sponsors, during the Connections Café event Thursday May 29, 2008. The Connections Café is designed to provide optimum networking opportunities for all our sponsors. During this event, our delegates learn about the latest construction products, trends, services, and advancements in technology, as well as a being exposed to a diverse line of products and services available on the market today. This one-day show is sure to generate a large turn out of our National, and local members; which include architects, engineers, specification writers, contractors, and others within the construction industry in a relaxed and casual environment. Our Technical Committee has been hard at work gathering a diverse group of technical sessions to accommodate all interests. We know you will meet and learn from leading experts in the construction field, develop and enhance your own daily practices by being informed on the latest developments in the industry by the diverse group of delegates, speakers, and guests attending this conference. The programs are top notch, and include such topics as: • Legal Update on Contract Law – Division 01, Legal Update on Contract Law – Bidding Documents • Round Table Discussion – Construction Insurance • Round Table Discussion – Project Delivery • CCDC Update • CSC Documentation – a Primer • New Developments in Concrete Technology • How to Design Product Data Sheets/Web Sites • Dealing with Labour Shortage • Interpersonal Skills • New Developments in Glass Technology • Emergency Preparedness • Dealing with Disaster - the Aftermath of the Tsanami • Water Treatment - Planning for Disaster • Retrofitting Masonry to Resist Explosion • How to Avoid Masonry Failures • Weather – Planning for Disaster • Sustainable Design in Practice • Greening of Divisions 00 & 01 – new CSC Tek-Aids • How to Avoid Roof Structure Failures • How to Avoid Roof Disasters - Lessons from Hurricane Juan • Designing in the Arctic in the Face of Global Warming • Writing Specifications for Off-Shore Projects (topics subject to change without notice) On Friday May 29, 2008, we invite all delegates, and their companions to attend Fun Night. Fun Night is sponsored by CGC, and is guaranteed to revitalize you after a day of technical sessions. The conference will conclude with the Sweets Reception and Presidents Ball on Saturday May 30, 2008. This formal event is filled with pomp and ceremony, and includes the induction ceremony for new Fellows, and the introduction of our new CSC President. Following the formalities, we encourage you to dance up a storm with our featured entertainment until late in the night. So, what are you waiting for? Register today, either on-line or by completing the Registration Form, and *SEE YOU AT THE CONFERENCE!* For a printable PDF document of this page, please click HERE.