Gentle Density Training for Builders in Vancouver

This workshop will take place within city limits, however the final venue is still being confirmed.
Please note that the location is subject to change. All registered participants will receive email updates once the venue is finalized.

For any questions in the meantime, please contact us at .

Gentle Density Workshop: Unlock New Opportunities in Housing

Limited Time: $400 course now only $99

Turn one lot into new opportunities for more homes — and more revenue.

The good news: multiplexes are one of the most profitable housing types you can build.

The better news: most single-family builders already have the skills to bring these

projects to life.

Our workshop is designed to connect the dots and give you everything you

need to confidently complete your first multiplex project:

You Will Learn

• How to choose the right lot (and the economics of doing so)
• Gentle density building science basics
• Planning for zoning and code compliance
• Design considerations for today’s buyers and renters
• Structuring your financing stack for positive returns
• Scaling your systems for future growth
• Plus earn 6 CPD credits!

• 7:30–8:00 — Registration (Refreshments, light breakfast)
• 8:00–8:10 — Introduction (Welcome, land acknowledgement, housekeeping, agenda)
• 8:10–9:10 — Module 1 & 2 + Who is Small Housing (60 mins)
• 9:10–9:20 — Discussion / Q&A (10 mins)
• 9:20–10:10 — Module 3 (40 mins)
• 10:10–10:20 — Discussion / Q&A (10 mins)
• 10:20–10:30 — Break (10 mins)
• 10:30–11:20 — Module 4 (50 mins)
• 11:20–11:30 — Discussion / Q&A (10 mins)
• 11:30–12:20 — Module 5 (50 mins)
• 12:20–12:30 — Discussion / Q&A (10 mins)
• 12:30–1:20 — Lunch Provided(50 mins)
• 1:20–2:20 — Module 6 (60 mins)
• 2:20–2:30 — Discussion / Q&A (10 mins)
• 2:30–3:10 — Module 7 (40 mins)
• 3:10–3:25 — Discussion / Final Q&A (15 mins)
• 3:25–3:30 — Close-out (5 mins)

Dietary Information
Gluten-free and dairy-free options are available, however please note that food may have come into contact with common allergens during preparation.

About Small Housing BC

We’re a non-profit that supports single-family home builders in making the leap to multiplex projects. Our mission is to make gentle density simple—giving you the guidance, tools, and confidence to use your existing skills to build more homes and grow your business.

Training is offered at low or no cost, with free access for underrepresented groups in construction.

Contact us at to learn more.

We gratefully acknowledge the financial support of the Province of British Columbia through the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.

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