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Asbestos Certification Update
WorkSafeBC
Starting on January 1, 2024, anyone performing asbestos abatement work in B.C. will need to have certification that they have completed training from an approved training provider.
The level of certification needed depends on the type of asbestos work being undertaken. If you are a worker or independent operator, WorkSafeBC has developed an online tool to help determine what type of certificate is required for various abatement activities.
CHBA BC is working closely with WorkSafeBC's certification team on the implementation of the new requirements. Discussions are unfolding on how asbestos certification and licensing requirements will apply to homebuilding members and various construction activities and what efforts WorkSafeBC can take to ensure a seamless transition by the new year. Any feedback on this is welcomed and can be directed to [email protected].
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Canada's Housing Stock Facing an Uphill Battle Amid Major Challenges: RBC
Journal of Commerce
Soaring costs for construction materials will put a serious dent in plans to boost the nation's housing supply, according to a new report published by RBC economists.
A shortage of workers, particularly in the skilled trades, a stagnant supply of raw materials, and spikes in development charges and levies will also contribute to upward pressures on costs.
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City of Vancouver to delay developer fee hikes due to economic conditions
Daily Hive
Last week, Vancouver City Council followed staff recommendation and approved a deferral of the city's Development Cost Levies (DCLs). This deferral will move the 8.3% inflationary rate adjustment to September 30, 2024, when the rate of DCLs are scheduled to increase by 20.8% for residential and 28.3% for non-residential builds.
As building costs have increased, coupled with sustained interest rate hikes, City of Vancouver's delay recognizes the negative impacts on new developments and offers some relief to the industry during these challenging times.
Other jurisdictions across the province are encouraged to take similar steps to ease the cost burden on new housing, particularly by pausing in moving forward with significant DCC increases scheduled for this year.
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Economic Impacts of the Housing Industry
CHBA
Each year, CHBA produces Economic Impact Fact Sheets that report on the significant economic impacts of the residential construction industry across Canada at the national, provincial and community levels. The new home construction home and renovation industries are crucial to the Canadian economy at large and in every single community, creating jobs at the local level that help our communities thrive. The fact sheets reflect estimated economic impacts of residential activity for the past year based on Statistics Canada and Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) data.
Click the link below to learn more about the key findings from 2022.
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Register Now for Education Summit 2023 in Vancouver!
CHBA BC
CHBA BC and the Building Officials' Association of BC (BOABC) are pleased to present this two-day Education Summit for builders and building officials in BC.
Featuring inspiring keynote speakers and a wide range of technical education topics, this Summit is your chance to learn new skills, earn continuing professional development points, and network with other leaders in the industry!
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$200 Subsidy Available for Building Science for Renovations In-Person Course This Fall!
CHBA BC
Learn new skills and tools to incorporate green building and energy-efficient design successfully in your renovation and retrofit projects.
CHBA BC Education is pleased to announce a partnership with Community Energy Association (CEA) to make education more accessible to builders. As part of the Kootenay Energy Transition Project, CEA is offering a $200 subsidy for participants from the Regional Districts of Kootenay Boundary, Central Kootenay and East Kootenay, and those joining from the Columbia Basin Trust Region.
Registrations for the following locations will be eligible for this subsidy program:
Sept. 27 — Castlegar
Sept. 28 — Nelson
Nov. 1 — Invermere
Nov. 2 — Cranbrook
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On the Road Again: Reaching Future Performance Targets Using Fundamental Enclosure Concepts
CHBA BC
Due to popular demand, CHBA BC's highly interactive one-day workshop will return this Fall to more cities!
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.
Fall Dates:
Squamish: Sept. 14 at Brennan Park Recreation Centre
Penticton: Oct. 12 at Penticton Lakeside Resort and Conference Centre
Cranbrook: Oct. 19 at Prestige Rocky Mountain Resort
CRANBROOK ONLY PROMO: As part of the Kootenay Clean Energy Transition project, the Community Energy Association is offering a $200 subsidy for participants from the Regional Districts of Kootenay Boundary, Central Kootenay, and East Kootenay, and those joining from the Columbia Basin Trust Region.
*Please contact us at: [email protected] for more details. Please note that the $200 subsidy cannot be used in conjunction with group rates or with the CHBA BC member 25% discount.
Spring 2024 Dates:
Feb. 29 — Kamloops
March 7 — Salmon Arm
April 4 — Kelowna
April 18 — Vernon
This course is approved for 7 CPD points. If you are interested in bringing more staff to the event, group rates are available. Please note that there are a limited number of hands-on spots available for these sessions, so we recommend registering early!
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Ideas to get Homes Built Faster from Professional Planners
OPPI
Ontario's Professional Planners have developed a list of 13 recommendations which they say could help get housing built faster.
The Ontario Professional Planners Institute (OPPI) OPPI convened an expert committee of 30 RPPs who work both within municipalities and private sector consulting firms to create a series of 13 Recommendations for Housing Supply Action Plan on how to improve the planning process in Ontario. Many of the recommendations focus on simplifying and streamlining the process, while others suggest reforming zoning, increasing delegation of technical approvals to planners, and addressing the growing skills gap by increasing the number of planners in Ontario.
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