About this Event
CSC Ottawa Presents
"Specifying Wood with Confidence"
UCFP + AWMAC + Heritage Grade (incl. Workshop Tour)
đź“… Wednesday, June 3, 2026 (In-Person)
🕒 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
📍 Heritage Grade Woodwork
2280 Stevenage Drive, Ottawa, ON
Join CSC Ottawa for an engaging and practical Con-Ed Seminar designed to help design and construction professionals confidently specify wood in architectural applications.
This special in-person event brings together industry experts from Heritage Grade, Upper Canada Forest Products (UFP), and the Architectural Woodwork Manufacturers Association of Canada (AWMAC) for a collaborative and insightful session—followed by an exclusive guided tour of Heritage Grade's workshop.
Why Attend?
Unlock essential knowledge and strengthen your confidence in:
- Wood species, cuts, and grading
- Veneers and sheet products
- Specification best practices
- Restoration and rehabilitation of historic woodwork
Seminar Highlights
Con-Ed Session:
How to Specify Wood in Architectural Woodwork
Special Feature:
In-depth segment on restoration & rehabilitation Topics (based on the latest AWMAC NAAWS Guide):
- Section 3: Lumber
- Section 4: Sheet Products (Veneers & Substrates)
- Section 12: Historic Restoration
Featured Speakers:
- Laurie Suikki – AWMAC Ontario Chapter Manager
- Mark Paddison – Program Director (Retired), Humber College Cabinetmaking
- Sam Pollock – Lead, Heritage Grade Woodwork
Experience More:
- âś… Guided Heritage Grade shop tour
- ✅ Complimentary healthy boxed lunch by Chef Ric’s
- âś… Networking with industry peers
Getting There"
Drive directly to the workshop or take advantage of free pick up and drop off at three different locations TBD (limo service).
Contact Maria Cristina Villalba (CSC Ottawa - Events Officer) to coordinate, at [email protected].
Pricing
- CSC Members: $60 + fees
- Non-Members: $85 + fees
Registrationđź—“ Register by May 31, 2026
⚠️ Space is limited—secure your spot early! (max. capacity of 24 people)
We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring, hands-on educational event designed to inform, connect, and elevate your material specification expertise.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Heritage Grade, A division of Asbex Ltd, 2280 Stevenage Drive, Ottawa, Canada
CAD 73.71 to CAD 103.80












