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Workforce Development Program Provides the Tools to Inspire Next Generation of Carpenters & Homebuilders
CHBA BC
Yesterday, CHBA BC CEO, Neil Moody and CHBA Vancouver Island Executive Officer, Kerriann Coady headed to Kwalikum Secondary School in Qualicum Beach to make a special presentation aimed at inspiring the next generation of skilled trades.
The school had an existing joinery program but wanted to expand it to include carpentry and needed some additional tools. Due to budget restrictions, the expansion looked like it couldn't happen.
That's when CHBA BC's Workforce Development Program stepped in. CHBA BC, with support from CHBA VI member, Slegg Building Materials, provided almost $3,000 in carpentry tools to set the program in the right direction.
Slegg is a strong member of CHBA VI and is always willing to help encourage students to pursue a career in the skilled trades. It was a natural fit for them to come on board and help provide much-needed tools to this expanding program.
The students were all very excited to receive the tools and are looking forward to being able to use them!
While CHBA BC's Workforce Development Program is still in its early stages of development, we're always on the lookout for unique partnerships like this which are intended to encourage young people to pursue the rewarding careers that exist in the skilled trades.
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Just a Month Left to Submit Your Project for a 2024 Georgie Award
CHBA BC
There's no time to delay, the Call for Entries for the 2024 Georgie Awards will close on Monday, November 6.
Get your submission started at the Entry Portal website which includes valuable information about award categories, how to prepare your submission, required forms and our event sponsors.
Visit the 2024 Georgie Awards Portal
The awards gala will take place on May 25, 2024, in Vancouver celebrating the most creative builders, renovators, designers, marketers, suppliers and salespeople in the region!
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Licensed Energy Advisors: Rebate Extended to October 31 for BC Energy Step Code Course
CHBA BC
Our BC Energy Step Code course provides Energy Advisors with the information needed to successfully work with homebuilders in building compliant Part 9 New Homes in British Columbia.
For a limited time, licensed Energy Advisors who register and complete the course are eligible for a full course rebate, supported by BC Hydro and FortisBC.
Please note the rebate program will close on October 31, 2023, and rebates will not be issued until after this time. Students who do not complete the course in full before October 31, 2023, will not be eligible.
This rebate has a limited number of spots available and will close after this number has been reached. Please note there will be a delay in rebate cheques issued as full course completion as well as confirmation of an active Energy Advisor license must be verified after the program close date.
Any non-licensed Energy Advisors who enroll in this course are not eligible for the discount.
Register here for BC Energy Step Code for Energy Advisors (2023).
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Last Chance to Register for Upcoming Sessions of Reaching Future Performance Targets in Penticton & Cranbrook
CHBA BC
This one-day training is designed for both new and seasoned Part 9 Residential builders to gain 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.
Upcoming Fall 2023 dates:
Oct. 12 — Penticton (Registration closes October 8)
Oct. 19 — Cranbrook (Registration closes October 15)
*A $200 subsidy is available for Cranbrook. Please email [email protected] for more information.
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! Register Now
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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 is available on our website. Learn More
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Save the Date: 2nd Annual Winter Mountain Extravaganza Coming February 2024
CHBA BC
CHBA BC is heading back to Whistler from February 12-14 for the 2nd Annual Winter Mountain Extravaganza.
Join us at the Chateau Whistler for two days of epic fun on the slopes and networking with friends and colleagues from across the province. Whether you're looking to ski, snowboard, take in some other winter activities or just enjoy the hot tub and après ski, there is something for everyone.
Registration details will be announced soon.
If you're already in planning mode for the event, Whistler Blackcomb Pass & Edge Cards are on sale until October 11, click here.
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Do B.C.'s New Housing Targets Keep Pace with Population Growth?
Vancouver Sun
The analysis of the ambitious housing targets set for the initial 10 municipalities identified under the Housing Supply Act continues with some housing experts suggesting that even if municipalities meet the targets, B.C. will still fall well short of the housing needed to cool prices and meet future immigration levels.
In total, over 60,000 net new housing units will be required to be completed within five years for the first 10 municipalities. Net new means new units that are ready for move-in, minus units that were lost through demolition.
In this Vancouver Sun article, housing analysts suggest that even an accelerated pace of building won't be enough to meet the demand across the province as forecasted by the Canada Mortgage Housing Corporation by 2030.
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Metro Vancouver's Plan to Hike Development Fees Jeopardizes Housing Funding
Vancouver Sun
Burnaby's mayor has slammed the federal housing minister for holding up desperately needed funding for new homes because of Metro Vancouver’s proposal to increase fees for developers.
Mike Hurley is concerned the federal government will hold the housing dollars hostage unless the Metro Vancouver regional district scraps the proposed increase in development fees.
On the other side, a statement from the federal housing minister, Sean Fraser's office said Ottawa wants to make sure the development fees "do not apply to purpose-built rentals and below-market construction."
"We have to make sure the math works for builders to build," Fraser told reporters in Ottawa pushing back on suggestions the cancellation could send a signal to other cities that proposing more fees would lead to Ottawa withholding funding.
Read more here in the Vancouver Sun.
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Navigating Zero Carbon & Energy Building Code Changes
UDI
On Friday, October 20, UDI will host a one-day workshop to prepare homebuilders for current and future energy and sustainability-related building code updates with a focus on Part 9 buildings.
Last February, the Province confirmed new energy efficiency requirements and an opt-in Zero Carbon Step Code will take effect starting May 1, 2023. The government is establishing province-wide energy performance standards and allowing local governments to mandate GHG emission targets for new buildings.
As a result of these changes, some local governments that have implemented the ESC, have already indicated that they will be increasing their required steps and introducing new GHG reduction targets as early as this year.
The Province itself is planning to mandate that new buildings be net-zero energy-ready by 2032 and have zero carbon emissions by 2030.
The workshop will take place in Surrey and the cost is $395 + GST, including all meals and digital class materials. Registration is available here.
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