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Demystifying the Skilled Trades for Teachers
CHBA BC
Last week, CHBA BC's Workforce Development team participated in the British Columbia Technology Education Conference showcasing the rewarding careers that exist in residential construction.
Our team had the opportunity to interact directly with around 200 middle school and secondary technology education teachers and a cohort of elementary Applied Skills teachers at GP Vanier Secondary School in Courtenay.
We received great feedback from the teachers and a list of requests to help their in-school programs. Some of the ideas generated included creating a matching site to connect teachers and skilled tradespeople to help them stay up to date on industry trends and cross-training for shop teachers during the summer months.
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Don't Delay, the Georgie Awards Submission Deadline is Coming up Fast!
CHBA BC
We're less than two weeks away from the submission deadline for the 2024 Georgie Awards. The Call for Entries will close on Nov. 6 at 8:00 p.m.
The Entry Portal website will walk you through the steps of your entry and includes valuable information about award categories, how to prepare your submission, required forms and our event sponsors.
Will you be a first-time or repeat Georgie Award winner?
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New In-Person Workshop: Residential Enclosure Retrofits: A Hands-On Experience
CHBA BC
The existing low-rise residential building stock in BC represents a significant amount of energy consumption compared to newly built residences. This new training course specifically focuses on the limitations and challenges contractors face when undertaking enclosure retrofits on existing homes. Contrary to new builds, retrofits come with many challenges from unknowns, including as-built products and materials, occupied conditions, phasing limitations, and existing structural configurations. These challenges must be met with creativity, adaptation, and a strong knowledge of best-practice retrofit solutions.
This new course will be an interactive hands-on training that uses tabletop mock-ups, 3D graphics, and an open, interactive dialogue led by RDH Building Science professionals.
Spots are limited for hands-on engagement. All tools and materials required for hands-on training will be provided.
- Date: Thursday, Dec. 7, 2023
- Time: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Location: Burnaby, BC
- 7 CPD points (currently pending approval)
- Register Here
More locations across B.C. will be added in 2024.
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New Webinar: Using Fiberglass Construction Products to Meet BC Energy Step Code Requirements for Single-Family Homes
CHBA BC
While the BC Energy Step Code may seem restrictive or simply adds costs, it in fact offers increased design flexibility. But to capitalize on the opportunity for short-term and long-term savings, material and assembly selection is the key consideration.
This presentation explores a comprehensive and integrated approach to building envelope and window energy performance, with a focus on ways to cost-optimize energy efficiency by using fiberglass windows and fiberglass thermal spacers for exterior insulated walls.
Through a review of the BC Energy Step Code, this presentation will demonstrate how a "building-envelope-first" design approach can help meet emerging Step Code levels as well as offset costs associated with high-performance materials.
Course Details:
- Date: Thursday, November 30, 2023
- Time: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m.
- 1 CPD point
Register Here
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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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Federal Housing Minister Says More Measures Coming in Fall Budget Update
Business in Vancouver
Housing Minister Sean Fraser says the federal government will reveal more housing measures in the fall budget update and in the coming months that aim to ramp up homebuilding across the country.
Some of those expected measures include tying federal infrastructure spending to housing outcomes in local communities. Fraser also said there will be more policies geared toward increasing the stock of social housing and increasing workers' skills and innovation in the construction industry.
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Kelowna Adopts AI to Speed up Processing of Permits
Journal of Commerce
The City of Kelowna says it is developing artificial intelligence to help streamline planning, development and permitting processes.
The city has been working with Microsoft to develop a chatbot that will answer questions, provide information and, eventually, process some planning and development permits.
If, for example, someone asked KAI (Kelowna AI) what they were allowed to do on their property, the bot could help them figure that out.
The city says the system is being tested now and could be available to the public this fall.
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Mark Your Calendar for the Winter Mountain Extravaganza
CHBA BC
The Winter Mountain Extravaganza is returning to the Fairmont Chateau Whistler! Join us from February 12-14, 2024, for two days of epic fun on the slopes and networking with CHBA BC friends and colleagues from across the province.
The cost is $398 + tax per person and includes a private welcome reception, breakfast, Après Ski, dinner, and farewell breakfast. Attendees are responsible for their own travel, hotel, and lift ticket costs.
Once your registration has been confirmed, you will receive a confirmation email with the booking link for our special discounted rate at the hotel.
This great event will be sure to generate some entertaining stories and a memorable experience for our members.
Registration is open now.
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Call for Speakers at CHBA BC's Conference in September 2024
CHBA BC
We're planning for CHBA BC's first conference in September 2024 to bring our membership together to talk about residential construction across the province. The conference will feature inspiring speakers, educational sessions and many opportunities for networking and socializing.
Have a hot topic you'd like us to consider including or want to be a speaker at the event? Please reach out to Laura Sew, Senior Director Special Events & Sponsorship at [email protected] with your ideas.
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