WELCOME TO THE ASHRAE Saskatoon WEBSITE!
WELCOME
We proudly serve ASHRAE members in the Saskatoon area.
We proudly serve ASHRAE members in the Saskatoon area.
A Chapter of Region XI of ASHRAE.
Welcome to the Saskatoon Chapter of ASHRAE! We are an organization committed to promoting dialogue among designers, owners, sales representatives, distributors, tradespeople, academics, and students. Our chapter provides a platform for regular meetings where those interested in the systems of the built environment can engage in discussions and expand their knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration sciences through presentations, events, and tours.
Society Theme 2025-26
Healthy Buildings: Designing for Life
Bill McQuade, P.E., CDP, Fellow ASHRAE Member, and LEED AP, is the 2025–26 ASHRAE President, bringing over 32 years of HVAC&R experience and a distinguished record of service within ASHRAE, including roles as president-elect, treasurer, and vice president. His presidential theme, “Healthy Buildings: Designing for Life,” emphasizes the integration of energy efficiency with indoor environmental quality (IEQ) to promote occupant health and sustainability. McQuade has contributed extensively to ASHRAE initiatives and external organizations, such as the U.S. State Department, EPA, and DOE, and holds 22 patents in HVAC technologies. Currently vice president of government affairs and global sustainability at Baltimore Aircoil Company, he leads ESG strategy and regulatory engagement. He holds advanced degrees in mechanical engineering and business administration from Penn State University.
Our Committees
Student Activities
Develops a comprehensive program for the educational community for the purpose of promoting and encouraging engineering and HVAC&R careers. It administers and promotes student activities at all levels in the educational system.
Young Engineers in ASHRAE (YEA)
Enhances member benefits for young professional ASHRAE members, 35 years old and younger, by identifying, creating, and supporting activities and services focused on their needs. A primary focus of the committee will be attracting and developing YEA members for future membership and leadership in ASHRAE and the HVAC&R industry.
Women in ASHRAE
Provides leadership opportunities for women within ASHRAE and a platform for networking to support the retention of women in the HVAC&R industry.
Research Promotion
Plans and implements programs within the Society to generate funds to support ASHRAE research, YEA, Education (ALI), ASHRAE Foundation, Scholarships, and the General Fund. This committee reports to Members Council.
Chapter Technology Transfer
Provides our Chapter members a connection to the technical and research advancements achieved by ASHRAE at a Society level.
Grassroots Government Activities
Responsible for organizing ASHRAE members to educate local, state, provincial, and national government bodies and officials in areas of interest to ASHRAE members, and to promote effective cooperation between ASHRAE members and government.