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Advocacy Takes Center Stage at Legislature Day in Victoria
CHBA BC
This week, the CHBA BC seized the opportunity to engage with key government leaders during its Legislature Day in Victoria on Monday and Tuesday. The event served as a platform for CHBA BC representatives to meet with Premier David Eby, several ministers, and MLAs across the province to advocate for the association's priorities that are pivotal to the future of home construction in the province.
One of the focal points of CHBA BC's advocacy efforts was the call for a more efficient and streamlined approval process. Recognizing the critical role that regulatory processes play in the timely delivery of housing projects, CHBA BC underscored the importance of simplifying and expediting approval procedures.
Increasing support for the CleanBC Better Homes New Construction Program was also called for. This initiative is a key component of the province's commitment to advancing low-carbon home construction and incenting home owners to see the value of making energy-efficient upgrades.
Controlling the costs of building homes emerged as another crucial advocacy priority during the discussions. With the rising costs of materials and labour impacting the affordability of housing, along with increasing government-imposed charged, CHBA BC highlighted the need for collaborative efforts to address these challenges.
The outcomes of these important discussions will contribute to the development of policies that will support a vibrant and sustainable homebuilding industry in British Columbia.
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Group Rates for Residential Enclosure Retrofits: A Hands-On Experience
CHBA BC
Join CHBA BC and RDH Building Science and earn 7 CPD points at our last In-Person Workshop for 2023: Residential Enclosure Retrofits: A Hands-On Experience.
This new training course specifically focuses on the limitations and challenges contractors face when undertaking enclosure retrofits on existing homes. This workshop will be an interactive hands-on training session that uses tabletop mock-ups, 3D graphics, and an open, interactive dialogue led by RDH Building Science professionals.
The session will take place on Thursday, December 7 from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. in Burnaby. Spots are limited for hands-on engagement. All tools and materials required for hands-on training will be provided.
Do you have a project manager or subcontractor that would benefit from this session? If so, group rates are available:
1 registration: $299
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.
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Developing Women to be Leaders in Construction
CAF-FCA
The Canadian Apprenticeship Forum is looking for women in construction to join the next intake of its National Leadership Development Program.
Participants will be guided through five modules by subject matter experts, learning effective strategies and gaining practical tips to empower them as leaders in their workplaces and the broader skilled trades community.
With improved skills in these key areas, participants will gain the confidence to take on leadership roles on the job site, in their workplaces and the broader skilled trades community.
Applications are open now for the next cohort which begins February 2024. The deadline for consideration is December 8, 2023.
Click here to learn more about the program.
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Coats for Kids Campaign Wraps-up Next Week
HVAN
On Thursday, December 7, HAVAN will wrap up its annual Coats for Kids Campaign with a holiday party, Chill Out for Coats for Kids, at Trail Appliances Vancouver.
To celebrate the end of the month-long donations drive, guests will enjoy an evening filled with live entertainment, a signature holiday beverage on arrival, delectable small plates, and a special holiday bite prepared by Michelin Star-Recommended Chef Alex of Boulevard Kitchen & Oyster Bar in the stunning JennAir kitchen, plus chill lounges, a snow globe photo booth, cash bar and more — all in support of raising funds for families in need.
Tickets for the event are available here.
HAVAN is still collecting gently used coats, scarves, gloves, blankets, and new unwrapped toys and gifts for children of all ages until Wednesday, December 6. Click here for details and to see all the drop-off locations.
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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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Regulation Changes to Contractor Advertising
Technical Safety BC
Licensed contractors in BC overseeing or performing regulated work in the electrical, gas, boilers, pressure vessel, refrigeration, and elevating technologies are required to publish their Technical Safety BC (TSBC) licence number when advertising their services to the public.
These changes took effect on September 6, 2022, and have been implemented in a phased approach.
Phase 1: Digital Advertising
January 1, 2023 — all digital advertising such as on your company website, social media accounts, or online advertising platforms, must include your TSBC license number.
Phase 2: Print Advertising
Effective September 30, 2023 — all print advertising of regulated services, such as business cards, quotes, contracts, invoices, letterheads, brochures, print ads, or directory listings, must include your TSBC license number.
Phase 3: Physical Assets
It is currently optional for licensed contractors to display their TSBC licence number on vehicles, storefronts, and equipment.
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