Welcome to RCI Canada

Empowering innovation in building envelopes through education, research, and community support.

About

The RCI Foundation Canada's mission is simple, to support research, education and the dissemination of information for issues important to the building envelope industry. With your help, we can make a difference for the industry, its professionals, students and the world at large.

Welcome to RCI Foundation Canada, a charitable organization dedicated to advancing education and research in the building envelope industry. Our mission is to support initiatives that promote sustainability, environmental performance, and cutting-edge construction practices. Through scholarships, bursaries, research grants, and educational programs, we empower professionals, students, and the community at large to make significant contributions to the field.

Our Cause

The RCI Foundation Canada is committed to enhancing the building envelope industry’s knowledge base by funding research, education, and information dissemination. Our efforts focus on sustainability, improving construction materials and techniques, and addressing the industry’s pressing issues.

Educational Scholarships

Providing essential financial assistance to students and professionals to further their education in innovative and sustainable building sciences.

Research Grants

Funding innovative research projects that aim to improve sustainable and environmentally friendly construction practices.

Professional Development

Offering courses, seminars, and workshops to educate the public and industry professionals about best practices in the construction industry.

(I am) grateful for the opportunity and the privilege to attend this symposium. All the best to everyone and to the foundation's success!

Karima Pantio, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology

I would like to express my sincere gratitude for sponsoring my attendance at the symposium in Toronto. It was an incredible learning opportunity, providing valuable insights into emerging design and materials, recent research, and breakthroughs in the building science field. These takeaways will greatly contribute not only to our graduate research on variable insulation systems but also to the broader academic community’s knowledge base. I also appreciated the chance to connect with building science consultants, manufacturers, fellow students, and other industry experts. The experience was truly unforgettable, and I look forward to participating in future events like this.

Michael Caleb del Mundo, British Columbia Institute of Technology

"Thanks again for this incredible opportunity to connect with fellow students and industry professionals in the building enclosure industry."

Breanne Belitski, Toronto Metropolitan University Building Science

"I would like to thank you for the wonderful opportunity to attend the 2024 IIBEC Convention and Trade Show in Phoenix. The conference was a great experience as I learned many new things while attending the informative sessions, trade show, and while speaking with industry professionals. I found networking with people from the industry to be especially valuable and reassuring as I gained helpful insight into this field. It was also helpful to hear of potential job opportunities as I look to join this industry. The weekend has me excited to soon join this industry and I look forward to attending more conferences in the future.”

Jenna Currie Architectural Technologies SAIT, Calgary

"I would like to thank you for the amazing experience and opportunity of being able to attend the IIBEC Convention in Houston."

Kenny Reischke, Southern Alberta Institute of Technology Architectural Technology

"Thank you so much for bringing myself and all the other students to Phoenix to attend this year’s Convention and Trade Show. Each time I attend these IIBEC events, I am so grateful for the opportunity and support that the RCI Foundation provides. I was able to make some great connections at this year’s convention. I am sure that these connections will help with my grad research and my future once I finish school."

Ben Croyle University of Victoria Graduate student, Civil Engineering

Building Enclosure Symposium

Join Us in St. Louis for a live, interactive experience convening the best experts in building enclosure industry. Do not miss cutting-edge presentations on the design, construction, maintenance, and repair of modern and/or older building enclosures. Presenters offer relevant solutions to building enclosure challenges through real-world examples and specific case histories.

News Updates

Stay informed with RCI Foundation Canada as we provide valuable insights, resources, and opportunities to professionals, students, and stakeholders invested in the building envelope sector. Join us in our mission to foster a resilient, sustainable future for the industry and beyond.

Foundations Offer Student Sponsorship for 2025 IIBEC BES

The RCI-IIBEC Foundation and RCI Foundation Canada are pleased to announce that they will be providing funding for full-time college students to attend the 2025 IIBEC/OBEC BES, October 26-28, 2025,

2025 Auction Wrap-Up

The RCI-IIBEC Foundation and RCI Foundation Canada live auction and reception was an evening to remember with 15 live auction items, raffle prizes and a 50/50 door prize. At the

2025 Foundations’ Golf Outing in Orlando

144 golfers participated in this year’s foundations golf outing. Over $46,425 was raised for the foundations’ student programs. This year’s winning foursome was: Shawn LeCrone Gary Gilmore Jonathan Matthews

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Your support is crucial in advancing our mission.

Every donation, big or small, contributes to our educational scholarships, research grants, and the promotion of sustainable construction practices. Join us in making a tangible difference in the building envelope industry and beyond.

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