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In Case You Missed it... Webinar Recordings Available on YouTube
CHBA BC
 CHBA BC has uploaded two of our recent webinars to our YouTube channel for anyone who wants to rewatch the session, share it, or if you missed it.
On Tuesday, April 11, CHBA BC hosted a presentation on the ReHousing research project, which explores solutions to Missing Middle Housing. The presentation looks at strategies to convert single-family homes into multi-unit housing and supports zoning reform to allow multiplexes.
In March, CHBA BC and BOABC brought together speakers from Ontario, Alberta, and locally in British Columbia to share how their organizations are using a modernized, digital system for permitting and inspection processes.
Both webinars can now be found on CHBA BC’s YouTube channel. Keep an eye on our channel as we’ll be continually updating it with content.
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Province Takes Legislative Action to Streamline Housing Approvals in Vancouver
BC Government
 This week the Province introduced legislative amendments through the Municipalities Enabling and Validating Act tied directly to a supportive and affordable housing project in Vancouver which has been delayed by the court action of a community group.
The Province is making the changes to the Act at the request of the City of Vancouver to allow the Arbutus Project on the west side of the city to move forward as soon as possible. With this legislative intervention, construction could begin in early 2024.
In July 2022, Vancouver city council approved, in principle, a rezoning bylaw to allow an urgently needed 129-unit mixed supportive housing and affordable housing development, known as the Arbutus Project, at 2086 and 2098 W. 7th Ave. and 2091 W. 8th Ave. This approval followed a public hearing process that invited local residents and other interested participants to comment on the proposed development. The adoption of the rezoning bylaw has been delayed due to legal action by opponents of the project.
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LIMITED-TIME OFFER. Become a Coast Capital business member and get up to $400 cash*, plus up to $450 in waived account fees* to support your business. If you’re a trades business, get approved for a line of credit in as little as 30 minutes. *Conditions apply.
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One Month until the 2023 Georgie Awards!
CHBA BC
 The preparation is well underway, and the excitement is building for the 2023 Georgie Awards.
The 2023 awards will feature nearly 50 categories grouped into six focus areas: Residential Construction – New; Residential Construction – Renovation; Interior Design, Merchandising and Landscaping; Sales and Marketing; Special Achievement Awards; Grand Georgie Awards.
The highlight of the night is the unique theme that provides the setting of the event and is eagerly anticipated by gala attendees. This year’s edition is sure to enchant as guests are transported down the yellow brick road!
Individual tickets and tables for the May 20th gala at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Vancouver are on sale now.
Buy Tickets
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HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence Celebrate Metro Vancouver's Best Projects In New Home Construction, Renovation, And Design
HAVAN
 From luxurious kitchen renovations to industry-leading high-performance homes, and from smartly designed laneway houses to community-building multi-family developments, the HAVAN Awards for Housing Excellence, now in its 13th year, is a premier local industry program that recognizes the best homebuilding industry professionals in the region.
The sold-out event is taking place this Saturday night at the Parq Hotel in Vancouver. Click the link below to learn more about the awards and to check out the finalists.
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Fraser Valley Women in Construction Meet Up
Women in Construction
 If you are a woman in construction - tradesperson, supplier, owner, manager, designer, all of the above - join the Fraser Valley Women in Construction for a fun evening of networking and the driving range!
What: Networking, driving range, and connecting with like-minded women working in all areas of the construction industry. No golf experience required!
When: May 24, 2023. 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm
Where: Fraserglen Golf & Training Centre, Abbotsford
Tickets: $30. Includes driving range with golf clinic and one drink
The event’s purpose is to create connections across the industry and provide an opportunity to meet up.
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Bundled Discount Available for BC Energy Step Code Training
CHBA BC
Effective October 1st, 2022, all general contractors are required to demonstrate an understanding of building to Step 3 of the BC Energy Step Code. CHBA BC has your training covered as we are offering all eight modules to meet BC Housing's requirements.
For a limited time, enroll in all eight modules at once as part of a course bundle, and receive $400 off. Offer valid until June 30, 2023.
All eight modules are available for registration:
Module 1: Overview and Requirements
Module 2: Meeting the BC Energy Step Code by Design
Module 3: Building Science for the BC Energy Step Code
Module 4: Building Envelope Options for the BC Energy Step Code
Module 5: Airtightness
Module 6: Mechanical Systems
Module 7: Quality Assurance/Quality Control
Module 8: Project Management
Click here for more information on BC Housing’s BC Energy Step Code training requirements.
Completing all eight-course modules will award you a total of 19 CPD points.
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Mind the Gap: Preventing failures in HVAC and Airtightness Training Headed to Vancouver Island
CHBA BC
 7.5 CPD points
CHBA BC’s Mind the Gap: Preventing failures in HVAC and Airtightness training takes a deeper dive into the BC Energy Step Code metrics for Part 9 buildings and how to achieve Step 3 and higher through design and building techniques to build better and minimize costs.
The content of this one-day course will focus on practical strategies for effective design, proper selection and installation of mechanical systems, and airtightness. Using real-world examples and different housing archetypes from local climates, we will examine why some projects fail while others pass easily.
The course will include an onsite component at the end of the day. Using a local real-world onsite home, the class will participate in a blower door test. This will include hands-on preparation for the test, highlighting common problem areas as well as strategies for improvement and repairs. This session will also discuss airtightness best practice and strategies for renovations.
Dates available:
May 4 — Victoria, BC
May 5 — Nanaimo, BC
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Reaching Future Performance Targets Using Fundamental Enclosure Concepts (Nelson)
CHBA BC
 This one-day training is designed for both new and seasoned Part 9 Residential builders for gaining hands-on experience with high-performance air and water barrier membrane installation and building the fundamental knowledge required to be successful in evaluating and implementing high-performance enclosure design demanded by current and future code requirements.
- Gain hands-on experience with high-performance air and water barrier membrane installation detailing known to improve efficiency, increase durability, and reduce installation costs.
- Build the fundamental knowledge required to be successful in evaluating and implementing high-performance enclosure design demanded by current and future code requirements.
- Learn cutting-edge renewable detailing approaches that can be implemented on even today’s projects.
*Do you have a project manager or subcontractor that would benefit from this session? If so, group rates are available:
2 registrations: $249 per person
3+ registrations: $199 per person
CHBA BC members receive an additional 25% off the above prices. Please contact us at [email protected] to find out more.
Date: May 11, 2023
Time: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Prestige Lakeside Resort and Convention Centre - 701 Lakeside Dr., Nelson
7 CPD points
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