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One Week Left to Register for Reaching Future Performance Targets in Squamish
CHBA BC
Does the mindset for residential construction today correlate with the performance targets of tomorrow ... simply put ... No! High-performance residential buildings need to be highly durable, but what type of enclosure assemblies will meet future energy demand requirements? What are the renewable details associated with typical 15-20-year building enclosure assets (e.g., deck/balcony membranes and sloped roof systems)? How can you gain experience with new high-performance building performance details before taking them on during your next project?
Join the Canadian Home Builders' Association and RDH Building Science in Squamish to answer these questions and more during this hands-on Part 9 residential builder training event. Registration will close on Friday, September 8.
Date: Thursday, September 14
Time: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Location: Brennan Park Recreation Centre, Squamish
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.
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Last Day for Discounted Room Rates for Education Summit 2023
CHBA BC
Education Summit 2023, presented by CHBA BC and the Building Officials' Association of BC (BOABC) is less than a month away and time is running out to secure discounted room rates.
Taking place at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre on September 25-26, the summit features inspiring keynote speakers, networking, a wide range of technical education topics and an opportunity to earn up to 12 CPD points.
Click here to learn more about the summit and how to register. The discounted room rate at the Education Summit venue ends on Friday, September 8. Details are available here.
CHBA BC and BOABC would like to thank our sponsors, BC Housing, BC Hydro and FortisBC for
Supporting Education Summit 2023.
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Carrot Or Stick? How the Feds Could Push Cities To Build More Homes
Global News
From local zoning to community consultations, there are plenty of ways cities are hitting the brakes on residential construction, even as Canada faces a significant housing shortage.
According to the Canadian Home Builders' Association, average municipal approval timelines for housing projects in 2022 spanned from three months to nearly three years, depending on the city.
That's why encouraging municipalities to build more homes, more quickly, is becoming a major focus of federal housing policy, as well as the politics around it.
The $4-billion Housing Accelerator Fund launched in June is a prime example of how the federal government plans to influence change at the municipal level.
Read the full story here.
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New Information Bulletins for the BC Electrical Code
Technical Safety BC
Technical Safety BC has published two new information bulletins:
Energy Storage Systems
This bulletin addresses the BC Electrical Code location requirements for battery-based energy storage systems in residential occupancies and outlines technical requirements for variance.
Read the Bulletin
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and Electric Vehicle Energy Management Systems
This bulletin provides clarity on the installation and load calculation requirements for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and Electric Vehicle Energy Management Systems (EVEMS), and the conditions for approval and acceptance of EVEMS equipment.
Read the Bulletin
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Promoted by WorkSafeBC
As of January 1, 2024, asbestos abatement contractors must be licensed to operate in British Columbia, and anyone performing asbestos abatement work must complete mandatory safety training and obtain certificates.
Certification training for workers is now open. Information on the requirements for licensing will be available soon. Learn More
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Have You Checked out the 2024 Georgie Awards Call for Entries?
CHBA BC
It's time to start planning your submissions for the 2024 Georgie Awards as the Call for Entries has been posted at Georgieawards.ca and the entry portal will be open soon.
The Call for Entries includes information on next year's award categories, entry requirements and submission deadlines.
We're also inviting sponsors to join us and be a partner in B.C.'s most prestigious homebuilding awards. Please reach out to Laura Sew, Senior Director, Special Events and Sponsorships at [email protected]. Many of last year's sponsors have already confirmed their support and you can check them out here.
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