ECC

Founded in 1987, the EIFS Council of Canada (ECC), a national not-for-profit industry trade association, represents the overall EIFS industry in Canada. The ECC membership is comprised of EIFS manufacturers and distributors, OEM component suppliers, EIFS contractors, building science/design consultants, design firms, affiliates and financial services companies. The ECC serves as the “official voice” of the EIFS industry with a mandate to provide for the advancement and growth of the industry, through advocacy, education and marketing

The ECC is uniquely qualified to draw from its diverse network of vested stakeholders, enabling it to both explore and strengthen EIFS’   leading  building science foundations and value-proposition. In conjunction with its ongoing research, the ECC insures technology transfer through the development of training and education programs, partnering with educational institutions and professional associations across Canada.

Specific initiatives include:

Sponsorship and technical support of EIFS’ ULC standards:

CAN/ULC-S716.1-12 Materials| CAN/ULC-S716.2 Installation | CAN/ULC-S716.3 Design

Active Sponsor and participant in ULC and ISO Technical Committees on Thermal Insulations and Air Barriers. 

Driving industry research through the National Research Council’s CCMC and private enterprise, e.g.:

EIFS Durability | EIFS Moisture Management | EIFS Energy Efficiency | EIFS Fire Protection

Advocacy activities at all government levels, advancing the interests of the ECC’s membership and EIFS use:

Municipal Planning | National and Provincial Code and Conformity Organizations | Local Authorities Having Jurisdiction and Inspectors | Energy and Natural Resource Departments

Development and Publication of Technical and Advisory Bulletins

Sponsorship of Educational Programs and Presentation Forums for designers, contractors, regulators and application mechanics

Proactive in all code development arenas to insure proper representation of EIFS and its functional attributes.