b'BCBEC MESSAGEMessage fromthe PresidentNichole Brackett,O n behalf of the British Columbia Building Envelope Council (BCBEC), welcome to BCBEC Elements.President, BCBEC I am honoured and privileged to move into the role of BCBEC president. Ive enjoyed serving on the Board of Directors since 2015, promoting the exchange of information amongst our industry peers and supporting the education of those new tothe industry. BCBEC is a non-profit organization, which started in 1990 and arose out of the Leaky Condo Crisis as a platform to educate, engage and improve the building envelope industry. The original focus was primarily on moisture management, but our scope has broadened over the years to include improved durability, occupant comfort, energy usage, resiliency and minimizing embodied energy. Now, as technology, construction practices and the global climate are continuing to change, industry designers, manufacturers and regulatory authorities are responding to these new opportunitiesand challenges.With a membership comprised of design professionals, manufacturers, contractors, educators, asso-ciations, members of government and regulatory bodies, BCBEC provides a platform to promote the pursuit of excellence in building science. Our events include monthly luncheons, half-day semi-nars and our annual AGM & Conference.Our 2023 AGM & Conference Back to Basics and Beyond, held in November at the JW Marriott Parq in Vancouver, was a great success and was well attended by our members. Follow us on XBCBECs magazine, BCBEC Elements, provides current and relevant information for our industry. @BCBECCouncil Our Building Research Committee (BRC) meets twice a year with the mandate to facilitate research into building envelope problems experienced in the coastal climate of British Columbia.Join us on As a non-profit organization, our Education Foundation creates a legacy for the education and LinkedIn training of those pursuing a career in our industry. The foundation continues to provide a positive and permanent opportunity for tomorrows leaders.BCBEC would not be possible without the hard work and dedication of our Board of Directors, industry partners such as BC Housing and the continued support of our membershipand volunteers.For 2024, I wish you all the best as we look forward to a great year ahead. Please feel free to forward your feedback and comments.Thank you,Nichole Brackett PresidentHave an article, news or an event for BCBEC Elements? Contact our editorial board online at www.bcbec.com6 BCBEC ELEMENTSA BCBEC PUBLICATION'