In-Person Green Roof Professional Training Returns to Vancouver Ahead of Grey to Green 2025 Conference
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) is excited to announce a rare opportunity for professionals to participate in in-person Green Roof Professional (GRP) Accreditation Training, taking place on Thursday, May 22, 2025, at Creekside Community Centre in Vancouver. This one-day intensive training precedes the Grey to Green Vancouver Conference on Friday, May 23, 2025, making it a well rounded two-day event for green infrastructure professionals. The trainer, Dr. Christine Thuring is a certified Green Roof professional who also holds a PhD on green roofs and works as a consultant at Ecotone. Register or learn more about the training here. For more information about the Grey to Green Vancouver conference click here.
The GRP Training, not commonly offered in-person, is a vital first step for professionals seeking to earn their Green Roof Professional designation. The training was developed to bridge the gap in traditional design and construction education. The credential equips participants with critical knowledge in green roof design, installation, waterproofing, drainage, and plant media. Skills that are increasingly demanded by cities and clients pushing for climate-resilient, nature-based solutions.
Why Attend Green Roof Professional Training in Vancouver?
Learn directly from seasoned experts in green roof design and policy
Earn up to 21 Continuing Education Units for the GRP full training.
Gain a competitive edge by becoming GRP certified, recognized across North America.
Prepare for a career in one of the fastest-growing sectors.
Join a vibrant community of green infrastructure practitioners committed to raising industry standards.
The training takes place at Room MP1 at the Creekside Community Centre (1 Athletes Way, Vancouver, BC) from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM on May 22, 2025.
This GRP training is offered separately from the Vancouver Grey to Green Conference on May 23. Registration for both events must be completed individually. Learn more about the conference, which features several speakers, here.
Space is limited, so register soon. Click here to learn more.
About us
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities is a non-profit 501(c)(6) professional industry association working to grow the green roof and wall industry throughout North America since 1999. Our mission is to develop and protect the market by increasing the awareness of the economic, social, and environmental benefits of green roofs, green walls, and other forms of living architecture through education, advocacy, professional development, and celebrations of excellence.
We publish The Living Architecture Monitor quarterly online magazine where industry leaders share their insights and expertise. These articles increase awareness of the economic, social, and environmental benefits of green roofs, walls and other forms of living architecture.
We also offer free access to The Living Architecture Academy, an online professional development platform which is dedicated to bringing you the best, most up to date professional training information on design, installation and maintenance practices across a wide range of green infrastructure topics. The LAA offers short lectures and multi-day courses such as: Green Roof Professional Training, Introduction to Green Walls, Biodiverse Green Roof Maintenance, and more.
We also publish the Green Pages: Industry Green Roof and Wall Directory which is designed to support you with your living architecture projects by providing a list of trusted manufacturers, suppliers of accessories, green walls, nurseries, and certified Green Roof Professionals (GRPs). From small-scale residential projects to large commercial installations, this directory has everything you need to find support to create a sustainable and beautiful living space.
From the Living Architecture Monitor
